Suspended Houses of Pont-en-Royans
Pont-en-Royans
These quaint French houses dangle precariously over a precipice, built to maximize space and facilitate wood trade.

📜 16th-century multi-story homes built on and over Vercors cliffs.
🔍 Famous for their unique architecture, classified as a Historic Monument since 1944.

Why Go

🏡 Witness unique, gravity-defying architecture
🚶 Explore charming medieval streets and ramparts
🏞️ Enjoy panoramic views from the former feudal tower
🌊 Discover the Gorges de la Bourne and its scenic routes

Tips

🚗 Best view from the D518, follow road signs to Pont-en-Royans.
💡 Visit the nearby Musée de l’Eau for an interactive water experience.
⛰️ Explore Choranche cave with underground lakes and stalactites.

🅿️ Parking

Available in the village and near viewing points.

Last updated 7 days ago

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