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Pont d'Arc

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Pont d'Arc, a stone arch over the Ardèche; Shutterstock ID 1868516173; your: Sloane Tucker; gl: 65050; netsuite: Online Editorial; full: POI 1868516173

Spanning the Ardèche Gorge, this striking natural bridge is a must-see when visiting the area. Located 5km south of Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, this 54m-high arch makes a fine destination for a scenic walk (with routes beginning in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc). In the summer, it's also popular destination for kayaking.

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