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Sights in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue — 2 of Our Favourites

Discover and book the top L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue sights

the exterior of an old mansion

1. Campredon Centre d'Art, Isle sur la Sorgue

The building itself has been protected as a historic monument since 1979 and is worth the journey just for that, let alone the art works inside.

Originally built in 1756 for Charles Joseph Campredon it now houses bot a hotel and the Art Centre of Campredon. They host various temporary exhibitions throughout the year of painting, multimedia, sculpture, performance and contemporary art. The centre also hosts art workshops which you can join by booking in advance.

the interior of a lavish church with lots of wooden chairs

2. La Collegiale Notre Dame des Anges, Isle sur la Sorgue

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L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue

Originally built in 1222 this church was renovated and extended in the Italian Baroque style in the 17th century and was consecrated in 1672 by the Bishop of Cavaillon.

The interior is home to some of the best example of baroque that we can find in the south of France, with lavish frescoes, paintings & sculptures. There are 222 angel statues who accompany the Virgin to heaven, along with a set of thirty-three painted figures representing the mystery of the Trinity.

Tours are available through the tourist office.