Nature DiversionCycling & yoga holiday in the Ardèche Verte
Saint-Jeure-d'Ay
Born from a passion for nature and the territories of Ardèche Verte, Pilat and Velay,
Diversion Nature, a young local travel agency, designs self-guided cycling holidays.
Pedal, breathe, savor… and experience slow tourism in a different way
Diversion Nature offers self-guided stays from 2 days onwards, as well as day trips in small groups on fixed dates in Ardèche Verte, Pilat and Velay.
Each route is designed with a detailed knowledge of the territory, to favour quiet roads, charming villages and gourmet stops.
The agency promotes gentle tourism, respectful of the environment and focused on meeting and conviviality.
The accommodations are chosen for their authenticity and their ecological commitment.
The routes are accessible to everyone, especially thanks to the use of electric bikes.
The routes feature gentle slopes and distances that can be adapted according to skill level and preferences.
Diversion Nature caters to a clientele of adults or families with older children, in search of nature, well-being and escape.
The stays are tailor-made: it is possible to personalize the duration, the stages and the activities.
Each experience is turnkey: accommodation, meals, bike rental, GPS track, roadbook, everything is organized.
The goal: to allow travelers to fully disconnect and enjoy the simple pleasure of cycling.
The agency promotes local products and supports the local economy.
It relies on a network of trusted partners: accommodation providers, restaurateurs, guides, producers.
The routes encourage discovery at a gentle pace, far from mass tourism.
Diversion Nature is about wanting to make people love cycling in a different way, without the pressure of performance.
The accommodations are designed to be easily accessible, only one or two hours from the major cities in the region.
Customers can choose between star-shaped stays (around one accommodation) or light itineraries.
The agency's slogan, "Pedal, breathe, savor", sums up its mindset: freedom, nature and pleasure.
Diversion Nature is an invitation to take your time and live in the present moment.
A truly local, authentic, restorative and human journey.
Minimum age: 18 years
Pets allowed : no
Cycling is much more than a means of transportation: it's a way to explore, slow down, and reconnect with nature. Diversion Nature offers cycling trips and excursions accessible to all, whether independently or with a guide, to discover the Ardèche Verte, the Pilat massif, and the Plateau du Velay in a different way.
New stays in the Ardèche Verte region from Lamastre near the Dolce Via, and in the Velay region from Saint-Julien du Pinet, along the Via Fluvia. New day trips to the Pilat Regional Natural Park in spring 2026.
Passionate about outdoor recreation, Frédéric created Diversion Nature in 2024 🌍 A career change project guided by his ecological values 🚴♂️ An offering designed for everyone, as its routes are accessible by electric bike. 🌱 Sustainable and local tourism: his trips promote short supply chains, immersion in the region, and encounters with committed local people.
Services
Prices
Single price: from €39 (Day trip from €39)
2-day stay with half-board from €120
2-day stay with full board from €190).
Payment method
Opening
From 01/01 to 31/12/2026, Monday to Saturday from 8:30am to 18pm. Closed on Sundays.
Groups accepted : up to 20 people
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