Orange

Head to the Avenue de la Rabasse in Richerenches for the famous Saturday truffle markets, which take place from November to March every year.

Read our Provence markets page to find out which market to visit when in Provence. From the vibrant array of local produce to the delightful scent of freshly baked delicacies, visiting a Provencal market is an absolute must for anyone exploring the charms of Provence.

An annual agricultural fair, the Foire de la Saint Siffrein is named after the saint who resided in Carpentras during the 7th century. Plenty of local produce is available in the market and the wine fair is one of the largest in the area (and not restricted to wines from Provence).

The Fête de la Musique is a celebration that takes place every summer solstice on 21 June in cities, towns and villages across France.

Exceptional locations around France, including Provence, will be open to visit on the Journées du Patrimoine - a European wide event inspired by by France’s Journées Portes Ouvertes which started in 1984.

Orange boasts the best preserved Roman Amphitheatre in the western world.

Created in 1972 by Jeanne Brotte, this wine museum is unique in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. First a modest museum displaying an impressing collection of old tools it has been renovated in 2002 and 2014 now presenting you with a museography called “In the footstep of the winegrower”.

The "Arc de Triomphe" or Triumphal arch is an impressive Roman structure on the old city limits of Orange.

This Carthusian monastery heralds back to the 14th century when it was built for Pope Innocent VI. The monastery consisted of a church and three cloisters which made it the largest monastery in France.

This castle was originally built at the request of pope John XII who was elected in 1316, with the castle starting to be built in 1317.

The perfect setting for a Sunday walk or a family bike ride is just a short ferry trip away from the city centre of Avignon on the Ile de la Barthelasse.

Le Temps de Vivre is situated in the little hamlet of Les Farjons just down the road from Uchaux.

The Cote Sud has a charming sophisticated interior and includes a lovely terrace where you can enjoy your food when the weather is warm enough. 

Located in front of the church in Beaumes de Venise, this restaurant serves traditional Provençal cuisine and international dishes.

Discover Le Mesclun restaurant with its cosy interior, private dining rooms and a terrace overlooking the vineyard.

Located 5 mins walk from the Theatre Antique this colourful restaurant serves a menu of Provençal-style fish and seasonal dishes, including anchovy pissaladière and pannacotta. 

This restaurant serves classic French dishes with a creative twist by chef Christophe Bonet. All made with the freshest ingredients.

This huge waterpark covers an area of 4.7 hectares and includes a surf simulator, waterslides and a river feature called river land.

Located in the heart of the EcoQuartier Beaulieu, Lake Monteux is an open every day of the year. Ideal for the whole family, this area offers a multitude of activities.

Le Centre Equestre d'Avignon offers a wide range of activities for riders of all ages and abilities

There are three pools in the outdoor area at Jonquieres, a baby & toddler wading pool, a 25m pool, and a diving pool with boards at one metre and three metres.

There are two swimming pools here - an indoor one for winter and outdoor one for summer.

This watersports centre is based on a 10 hectare lake with boxes and features in the water that you can practise your wakeboarding moves on.

Once in the town of Jonquieres there are several choices of cycle routes around the area. The country roads are the perfect platform to discover the local villages, view points and historical points of interest.

This 28.5km long route is a journey of discovery through the Ile de l'Oiselay and the vineyards of Chateauneuf du Pape.

This short and relatively easy circuit goes through a number of pretty little villages and past a multitude of vineyards, streams and creeks, crossing the Aygues river twice along the way.

This 35km loop takes you through the famous vineyards of the Côtes du Rhône, as well as past strawberry fields, olive groves and fruit orchards. It is a wonderfully scenic ride with the opportunity to do some tasting along the way!

This circular route offers a variety of scenery and landscapes, with gently rolling hills to ensure a bit of downhill after any short climbs.

Most of this circuit follows the canal tow paths to the north of Carpentras, within sight of Mont Ventoux.

The vast numbers of lovely Vineyards in Provence make for great places to go on a walking or hiking tour.

From the look out point at 965m you are rewarded with fantastic views of the Alazards valley and the Rhone valley.

Starting in Barbentane, a short 15 minute drive from Avignon, this gentle and easy walk is great for all abilities of walker. WIth a shady tracks and only a 2 hour and 45 minute round trip you can amble along this walk and enjoy the surrouding scenery.

Explore the valleys of Le Beaucet situated between the Mountains of Vaucluse and the Luberon Valley.

Throughout the duration of this hike you have breathtaking views over the Comtat Venaissin plain and the Dentelles de Montmirail range.

This river gorge runs for around 30 kilometres from the small village of Saint Leger, heading west along the borders of the Vaucluse and Drome regions.

Located in the heart of the EcoQuartier Beaulieu, Lake Monteux is an open every day of the year. Ideal for the whole family, this area offers a multitude of activities.

This watersports centre is based on a 10 hectare lake with boxes and features in the water that you can practise your wakeboarding moves on.

Welcome to La Colline, a stunning villa built from honey-colored local stone, nestled among Provençal vineyards with breathtaking views of Mont Ventoux and the distant hilltop villages. The villa offers a peaceful setting, perfect for spending a summer day by the swimming pool, accompanied only by the gentle song of the cicadas.

Magnificent holiday home for 8 people to rent in the beautiful village of Gordes, in the heart of the Luberon. 

Superb farmhouse for rent in Provence in the Luberon for 2 to 4 people. It enjoys a heated swimming pool, a beautiful interior courtyard and a large covered terrace with a magnificent summer kitchen. 

Lovely single-storey holiday house with large heated pool, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom for 4 people. In a landscaped, fenced garden (6.035m²), overlooking a field of olive trees, an authentic Borie and in a Luberion atmosphere. The house gives you an at home feeling! Tasteful decorated with all modern comfort.

An exceptional location for your next holidays with a view on the Alpilles: Domaine Bellevue

Very beautiful holiday house in a dominant position in Gordes for up to 8 adults and 2 children with a large heated pool 15 x 4.5 x 1.6m.

This beautiful Provençal farmhouse with swimming pool is located 900 m from the center of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. It’s a quiet and ideal place to spend the holidays discovering the Alpilles and their beautiful landscapes.

Welcome to La Colline, a stunning villa built from honey-colored local stone, nestled among Provençal vineyards with breathtaking views of Mont Ventoux and the distant hilltop villages. The villa offers a peaceful setting, perfect for spending a summer day by the swimming pool, accompanied only by the gentle song of the cicadas.

Welcome to their lovely village house in Ménerbes, where Provencal authenticity meets modern comfort. Located in the heart of the village, this picturesque residence offers the ideal setting for an unforgettable getaway in Provence.

Superb farmhouse for rent in Provence in the Luberon for 2 to 4 people. It enjoys a heated swimming pool, a beautiful interior courtyard and a large covered terrace with a magnificent summer kitchen. 

Bastide for holidays with swimming pool in Provence: La Maison du Bonheur

Located in the Residence Provence Country Club in the heart of the Luberon mountain, this studio enjoys a serene and tranquil atmosphere with close proximity to all the sites and attractions of this area of the South of France. An ideal location for nature and golf lovers.

In the heart of the Luberon National Park, a beautiful and charming B&B welcomes you for a relaxing stay.

This lovely B&B has 15 rooms and is set in 57 acres of vineyards. Each bedroom has its own charm and character, decorated in ecclectic antique furniture.

The Auberge de Cassagne consists of a converted family home, the Château de Cassagne (1850), plus it's outbuildings which have been transformed to provide luxurious accommodation close to the historic city of Avignon.

La Maison sur la Sorgue is a small boutique hotel in the heart of the village of the same name, renowned for it's antiques stores and markets. The lovely and generously sized rooms are decorated in a chic Provencal tone and feature antique furniture and modern touches. Wifi is available in the public areas and breakfast is served on the terrace by the pool. There isn't a restaurant, but there are plenty to choose from in the pretty town.

This stunning boutique hotel is situated at the base of the Grignan castle and has three different sites (The Main House, The Private House and the Mediterranean Garden) spread throughout the beautiful Provencal village.

Located just within a 5 minute walk from the town's main square, this small and charming hotel offers traditional Provençal decoration and a gourmet restaurant.