Next to the village of the same name, Saou Forest is probably one of the most beautiful forests in Drôme. Surrounded by rocky cliffs forming a natural wall, it is remarkable for its perched syncline, the highest in Europe. It covers a surface area of 2,500 hectares whose culminating point, Les Trois Becs, is at 1,589 metres in altitude. A listed Sensitive Natural Area, Saou Forest is a place of incredible biodiversity. The fact that the forest is almost completely enclosed explains how well-preserved it is, and the presence of many animal and plant species. Chamois, foxes, marmots, golden eagles and passerines live together amid wild and enchanting countryside.
Saou Forest is also a paradise for hikers and climbing fans. On foot, by bike or on horseback, several marked paths and itineraries provide a way to discover the totally unspoilt natural environment.
Another of the forest's treasures, L'Auberge des Dauphins, resembling the Petit Trianon, is at the centre of a major restoration project. This former restaurant is set to become a Visitor Centre for the site, providing information all about the forest.
