Relais des Merveilles

We spent 7 days at Relais des Merveilles as a family of four. The room was on cosy; one double one bunk, and finished in wood. Clean, efficient bathroom, separate loo. The view was breathtaking and we slept, soundly, with the window open, serenaded by the sound of the river. (Fresh air and no mosquitoes!) Breakfast was simple and fresh, taken on the lovely patio. Days were usually spent walking up the trails on the mountains. The views and natural surroundings were wonderful. The walks took four to five hours so by the time we were home and hosed, and beer o'clock arrived, the local ales on tap were both delicious and welcome. (Although the best drink was probably the perfectly clean and fresh stream water available everywhere). Dinner was always fresh, delicious and plentiful. We spent one day exploring the local villages which were charming and, at times, felt like something from a 1930s film set. The staff at Relais des Merveilles were faultless. Most guests seemed to spend just a few days there. But for a family who has not had a walking holiday before, or even been to France, we could not get enough of this place and are planning to go back again next year.