Caumont sur Durance lies midway between Avignon and Cavaillon on a small plain near the Durance river.
The original location of the village moved in the thirteenth century to its current location, and was later circled by defensive walls in around 1360, part of which you can still see today.
Later additions to the village included the Porte Neuve which was built in 1775, the Porte du Posterlon and the watch tower which can be found near the main church.
The very first church to have been built in Caumont was the Eglise Saint Symphorien, which you can find near the Jardin Romain, a Roman archaeological site and gardens with a large ornamental pool at its centre.
You can also spot two other small chapels in the village as you wander around the streets.
Sights & Attractions in [locality]
Beautiful ornamental gardens overlooking the city of Avignon
Rocher des Doms
Avignon
The house of truffles (Maison de la Truffe) is dedicated to the 'Black Diamond'
Maison de la Truffe
Acknowledged as the 'Musée de France' due to the importance of its collections
Musée Calvet Fine Art and Archeology
Avignon
Museum and library of the natural world
Requien Museum of natural history
Avignon
A rich collection of ancient and contemporary tapestry
There are a couple of walking trails to do in Caumont, each lasting around two hours and of relatively easy routes. Pick up a map from the tourist office in the village.
Things to do in [locality]
Aquatic leisure park within a 5star campsite close to Nyons
Domaine Le Sagittaire Waterpark
Waterpark situated in the heart of Nyons
Nyonsoleiado Waterpark
19 super water slides on one site, with toboggans & the black hole
Aqualand Waterpark
11 super water slides, rapids & a flying boat, great for the family
Aqualand Waterpark
A really family orientated waterpark with slides & a flying boat
Aqualand Waterpark
The largest waterpark in France not far from Avignon
Caumont sur Durance can be found lying directly in the middle of Avignon (which takes around half an hour to drive to) and Cavaillon (which is around 15 minutes drive away).
