What to do on the premises : | -rest and suntanning sessions around the swimming pool
-walks around l'Ermas over 8ha of "garrigue" (typical Southeastern flora)
-hiking departures to the Ventoux,
to the Combes de
Veaux | within a 10 km/6miles radius : | -visit of Malaucène
-walks in the Gorges
du Toulourenc
-Vaison la Romaine, its Roman archaeological remains, its Choralies
-climbing the Ventoux (walking or cylcling) departures | between 20km/12miles and 50km/31 miles : | -the Mont Ventoux
-Carpentras,
its berlingots (which are a traditional delicacy)
-the Dentelles de
Montmirail
-Orange, its Roman archaeological remains, its Chorégies
-Avignon, its Festival, the Palais des Papes and the famous bridge |
| Also, the "provençiaux" markets are a must-see. Starting with ours :
Malaucène, on Wednesday morning
but also :
Vaison la Romaine, on Tuesday morning
Bédoin, on Monday morning
Nyons, on Thursday morning
Carpentras, on Friday morning
and many others....Ask us... | Malaucène
:
| In
addition to its fountains and wash houses, to its narrow streets lined
with picturesque-traditional houses, you also need to visit the gothic
church. Indeed, the sculpted throne and the great organs are
particularly interesting to see since the Church was built in the 14th
century when Malaucène was the Popes' "holiday home". If you go
up the Calvary, you will see a 360° panorama and you will even be
able to see l'Ermas! You cannot leave Malaucène without going to the Grozeau, famous for its Chapel and the spring. | Gorges
du Toulourenc : | From
the Hameau de Veaux, you can go up walking in the Toulourenc river
which is spread over several kilometers to the village of Saint
Léger (about 4km and 3 hours walking). It is advisable to wear
walking shoes and a bathing suit under your shirt. Indeed, you will
need to go into the water at some point. It is very enjoyable and you
can do it with your friends and family. NEVER DO IT WHEN THERE IS THUNDER IN ORDER NOT TO RISK TO FIND YOURSELF FACING A RISE IN THE WATER LEVEL | Mont
Ventoux :
| The Giant of Provence
cannot be ignored in our region; the cycling enthusiasts (just like the
professionals during the Tour de France) know it well and they dread it
going up the Mont Ventoux. As soon as the weather gets mild again, they
rush straight to its slopes. Also, the walkers pace its footpaths (the
GR9 for instance) both daytime and at night for those who want to see a
sunrise they will never forget. 1912 meters high, the Mont Ventoux
is classified as Biosphere Reserve and Natura 2000 in consequence of
the diversity of the fauna and flora. Skiing enthusiasts also like the
Mont Ventoux thanks to the Mont Serein ski resort which is well
equipped to do all kinds of glide (both in winter and summer as it is
possible to ski on the grass).
Photos Gallery | Vaison
la Romaine :
| It's
not called like this for nothing. In the Roman archaeological remains
cannot be ignored such as the Ancient theatre, the Villasse area, the
Puymin or the Roman bridge. Also, you can see the cathedral which
combine both Roman and Gothic arts. Vaison is also what we call a
European "choral city". The Choralies happen every 3 year and the choral group called the Choeur
Européen is held all year long in Vaison la Romaine. | Carpentras
: | It
is the capital of the Comtat Venaissin, there you can see the
oldest synagogue of France. Also, you can find a number of
architectural monuments. Carpentras is where you can taste the best
strawberries and the town is well known for its truffes market and the
berlingots. | Dentelles
Montmirail :
| You
can do some rock-climbing on the 100 meters high cliffs (there are more
than 600 different ways for every level on the 3 crests that the
Dentelles are made of). You have the possibility to go hiking (a
40km/25miles circuit where you can walk from an hour and a half to 6
hours and take the GR4 more particularly), and you will see a beautiful
wonderland. | Orange
: | You can see loads of Roman archaeological
remains in this town too; the most famous one being the Ancient theatre
which is the best-preserved one in Europe. The Chorégies are held there every year and they are known all around the world. | Avignon
:
| Avignon
is the main city of the Vaucluse department. In the 14th century, the
town was the Popes' home, and still today Avignon has an
international reputation thanks to its "Palais des Papes", the famous
bridge (known thanks to the song) and of course the Festival. It is also a listed UNESCO world heritage site. |
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