Destination Vaucluse | Sites, activités, hébergements

What to See Around Lourmarin

Popular Searches Categories No results See all results What to visit around Lourmarin? Visiting the village of Lourmarin is a great idea, but it would be a shame to limit your exploration to just this one village. Thanks to its prime location in the heart of southern Luberon, the town offers easy access to […]

The Lourmarin Market, one of the most famous in the Luberon

Popular Searches Categories No results See all results The Lourmarin Market, one of the most famous in the Luberon A must-see event every Friday The Lourmarin Market brings the village center to life every Friday morning, usually from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. From the early hours of the morning, the squares and […]

Lourmarin Castle, the first Renaissance castle in Provence

Popular Searches Categories No results See all results Lourmarin Castle, Provence’s First Renaissance Castle A Unique Landmark in the History of Provence Lourmarin Castle is the town’s main historic landmark. Its distinctive feature is remarkable: it is considered the first Renaissance castle built in Provence, […]

Lourmarin: What to See and Do?

Popular Searches Categories No results See all results Lourmarin: What to See and Do? Article Summary: Nestled in the southern part of the Luberon Mountains, Lourmarin is one of Provence’s most iconic villages. Listed among the Most Beautiful Villages of France, it charms visitors with its cobblestone streets, Renaissance castle, and art galleries […]

Bédarrides: a complete guide to this Provencal village

Bédarrides: a complete guide to this Provencal village Bédarrides, located in the hills of the Vaucluse region, is a charming Provencal commune known for its seven rivers and rich heritage. Just a few kilometers from Avignon and Carpentras, it offers a delightful blend of nature, history and local culture. Among old stones, ancient bridges [...]

Mont Ventoux: visit, history and must-see tours

Mont Ventoux: visit, history and must-see tours Dominating the landscapes of Provence from the top of its 1,910 meters, Mont Ventoux is much more than just a mountain. Nicknamed the Giant of Provence, it attracts thousands of visitors every year, including cyclists, hikers, nature lovers and those curious to discover one of the world's most [...]

Gordes: the most beautiful village in Provence and the Luberon

Popular searches Categories No results See all results Gordes: the most beautiful village in Provence and the Luberon Gordes is one of those perched villages in the south of France that looks like it's straight out of a postcard. Located in the Vaucluse region, in the heart of the Luberon regional nature park, it attracts [...]

Vaison-la-Romaine: between ancient remains and medieval city

Popular searches Categories No results See all results Vaison-la-Romaine: between ancient remains and medieval city Located in the heart of the Vaucluse region, Vaison-la-Romaine is a unique destination offering a journey through 2,000 years of history. With its ancient remains, perched medieval town and lively Provencal traditions, the town's appeal lies in its diversity [...].

Fontaine-de-Vaucluse

Popular searches Categories No results See all results Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, the complete guide Set in a secret valley, sheltered by limestone cliffs and pine forests, Fontaine-de-Vaucluse is an emblematic village in Provence's Vaucluse department. Every year, this fascinating place attracts thousands of visitors who come to contemplate one of [...]

Carpentras: what to see and do in the Comtat capital

Popular searches Categories No results See all results Carpentras: what to see and do in the capital of Comtat Situated between the hills of Vaucluse and the majestic slopes of Mont Ventoux, Carpentras is one of the most emblematic towns of inland Provence. The former capital of the Comtat Venaissin, Carpentras [...]

Orange, a Roman jewel in the Vaucluse: treasures, history and local life

Popular searches Categories No results See all results Orange, Roman jewel in Vaucluse: treasures, history and local life Located in the heart of Provence, Orange (Vaucluse) is a city steeped in history, renowned the world over for its unique ancient heritage. Situated between the Rhône and Mont Ventoux, the town [...]

L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Comtadine Venice of antique dealers and Provencal markets

Popular searches Categories No results See all results L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Venise comtadine of antique dealers and Provencal markets L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, nicknamed the Venise comtadine, is one of the most sought-after jewels in the Vaucluse region. Crossed by the peaceful arms of the Sorgue River and adorned with century-old paddlewheels, this watery town harmoniously blends the art of [...]