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"VAISON LA ROMAINE"

Between the Alps and the Mediterranean Sea, located  at the foot of  the Mount Ventoux, Vaison la Romaine is one of " 100 most beautiful getaways of France ". The charm of the  city grows on its visitors thanks to a variety  of landscapes and a relaxed pace. Its  modernity and its historical heritage makes it a haven of peace that will make you gasp in surprise.
Its Provencal square  in the heart of the city surrounded with boutiques, coffee shops and restaurants  reminds St Tropez, a real invitation to relaxation and  laziness.

By strolling  its authentic narrow lanes lined with shops, you will reach  the Roman Bridge at the foot of the Medieval City overlooked  by the Castle of the 12th century. VAISON LA ROMAINE is the witness of 2000 years of history in Provence.



  
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS: CHATEAU DU VIEUX VAISON RUELLE VILLE MEDIEVALE VAISON LA ROMAINE LE MONT VENTOUX - VAUCLUSE PROVENCE
- Medieval city
- Archeological sites of Puymin and Villasse
- Roman Bridge
- Castle of the Counts of Toulouse of the 12th century
- Cathedral Nazareth of the 11th century and its Convent



"MALAUCÈNE" (at the foot of the famous and mythical «Mont Ventoux»)

Located  at the foot of the famous and mythical «Mount Ventoux»,  21 kilometers away from its top, Malaucène is a charming small Provençal village. It surrounds a former castle built  on a hill. These steep narrow alleys will make you discover old buildings of the XVI th and XVII th centuries , fountains, passages and doors which give to this place a unique atmosphere. Village of Art and History, Malaucène and its neighborhood are also the starting point of numerous unforgettable hikes, organised  bike tours  and horse rides.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS:  

- Saint Michel's Church
- The «Calvary» (panoramic view)
- The belfry
- Battlements  and city gates
- The spring of Groseau and its adorable small chapel Notre-Dame of Groseau
- Saint Jean’s Gate, on the way to «Mount Ventoux»



ACTIVITIES AND LEISURE ACTIVITIES:

CYCLING:
The «Mas Carlette» cottage of Vaison La Romaine has a big secure garage and maybe the starting of numerous cycle rides among  which the most prestigious ones : the ascent of  Mount Ventoux by the north face towards Malaucène or by the south face towards Bédoin.
(At 2,5 km away from the «Carlette» cottage)

TENNIS:
Tennis club Vaisonnais - Ferme des Arts, Avenue François Cévert – 84110 Vaison La Romaine - Phone : 04 90 36 39 24 (9 km away from the «Carlette» cottage)

ESCALATIONS: The «Dentelles of Montmirail», site classified
(At 20 km of the «Carlette» cottage)
THE ROCK OF SAINT JULIEN at Buis les Baronnies (At 12 km of the «Carlette» cottage)

 GORGE DU TOULOURENC RIVIERE LE TOULOURENC

RIVERS: Valley of Toulourenc, strolls in the wild gorges of the river. St Léger du Ventoux departure from the Bridge of Veaux. Refreshing breaks in Summer. (12 km away from  the «Carlette» cottage)

GOLF: Numerous golf courses within 60 km.
GOLF PRACTICE: Golf Tee Practice Av César Geoffray 84110 - Vaison La Romaine in front of the fire station
(8 km away from  the «Carlette» cottage) Phone : 06 14 80 39 69 - www.golftee.fr.

HIKES: The Mount Ventoux with its fauna and its flora is the Mecca of hikers, the site is listed in the UNESCO world heritage. Numerous hiking trails cross the «Dentelles of Montmirail» and the neighbouring hills. When driving, you will discover outstanding  sites, our picturesque villages : Sablet, Vaison la Romaine, Le Crestet, Mollans, Le Barroux, Sault, Vénasque, Murs, Gorde, and their fortified castles.

RIDING: Horseriding school of Vaison la Romaine – Le Palis – 84110 Vaison La Romaine Phone : 06 69 31 89 98
 (10 km away from  the «Carlette» cottage)

CANOEING: The descent of the Gorges of the Ardèche between March and November.
(at around 100km of cottage)

MOUNTAIN BIKING: The area  offers  a lot of   MOUNTAIN BIKE trails such as crossing the «Dentelles of Montmirail» or the descent of the Mount Ventoux and many «GR» (hiking trails) from Vaison la Romaine and Malaucène.

ŒNOLOGY: Wines of the «Côtes du Rhône» are enjoyed  all over the world. The Grand Crus of Château-Neuf du Pape, Gigondas,  Vacqueras, the «Côtes du Rhône Villages» of Sablet, Séguret or Rasteau will  make your taste buds dance.

OUR SUGGESTION:

> The «Domaine de Verquière» 84110 SABLET - www.domaine-de-verquiere.fr
Bernard CHAMFORT will warmly welcome you  for a visit of his cellars and the tasting of his wines.
(15 km away from the «Carlette» cottage)

> The «Domaine Saint Claude» – Le Palis 84110 Vaison La Romaine / Phone : 04 90 36 23 68
The Armand family offers  you wines of an unrivalled  value for money in the region
10 km away from the «Carlette» cottage)


MARKETS:

LES MARCHÉS DE PROVENCE   On Monday: Bédoin.
On Tuesday: Vaison la Romaine.
On Wednesday: Monteux, Malaucène.
On Thursday: Nyons.
On Friday: Carpentras.
On Saturday: Monteux.
On Sunday: Sarrians.		   AVIGNON:
Flower market on Saturday morning place des Carmes
Flea market on Sunday morning place des Carmes
Market of Remparts on Saturday morning

MARKETS of Truffles:
Carpentras: Friday morning from November till March
Richerenches: Saturday morning from November till March

FESTIVALS:

· Festival "Vaison Danses" takes place in the magnificent Roman amphitheater with an international programming. From june to september, within Roman amphitheater : international artists
· “Chorégies of Orange”: classical music  in the Roman Amphitheater in  July and August
· The festival of Avignon and Avignon OFF has been the place every year for more than 65 years between 35 and 40 French and foreign different theater companies  for approximately 300 shows. From  the main courtyard of the «Palais des Papes» to the independent theaters up to street shows discover this festival which is unique and so  and intoxicating.  In July and August


CONTACTER LODGEPROVENCELOCATION POUR VOS VACANCES EN PROVENCE

LODGE PROVENCE LOCATION - 110 Chemin de la Planchette - 84110 Vaison La Romaine FRANCE
Tél. : 00 33 (0)6 03 81 37 35 - émail : contact@lodgeprovencelocation.com