Sault is not only an attractive place to visit in its own right, but it's also a great place for cyclists to base themselves as it lies just to the south east of Mont Ventoux.
Sitting on a band of rock at an altitude of 750 metres, you can enjoy the views of plenty of lavender fields below in the Val de Sault, or wander around the streets, old stone houses and squares.
History & Culture in [locality]
The village was fortified in the middle ages, and there's still an old castle here that you can visit.
Human activity here stretches back to prehistoric times. A 12th century church towers above the surrounding buildings, and you'll notice how tall some of these houses are as you wander around. In times gone by, animals were housed in the bottom storey of the house, with families living in the floors above.
You can pay a visit to the municipal museum whilst you're in Sault, it's one of the oldest in the region and houses an eclectic mix of paintings and artefacts.
Nearby you'll find the impressive Gorges de la Nesque which is well worth a visit and is hailed as the next most impressive gorge after the Gorges du Verdon. It's over 400 metres deep in places and has been classed as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.
This museum houses a collection of around 250 chandeliers and a large library and collection of photos dedicated to these wonderful pieces of art.
Abbaye St Roman, Beaucaire
The St Roman Abbey dates back to the 5th century, built by hermits and monks. It is cleverly ucarved into the surrounding rocks and cavities and you can wander around the chapel and ancient monk cells. It's heyday was in the 14th century when it was fortified and used as a college.
MuCEM, Marseille
This museum (Musée des civilisations de l’Europe et de la Méditerranée — MuCEM) showcases civilisations in the Mediterranean in the twenty first century, and has been developed by the French Ministry of Culture and Communication.
Wildlife Art Gallery, Aix en Provence
Located in Aix-en-Provence
Aurélien Raynaud displays his unique gift in capturing the wonderful wildlife kingdom in a range of artforms.
Fondation Van Gogh
Vincent Van Gogh moved to Arles in 1888, as so in hommage to the great master, the Fondation Van Gogh has collected works by contemporary artists that are in the style of Van Gogh.
Musee Nationale de Fernand Leger, near Biot
Located in Biot
A few months before his death in 1955, artist Fernand Léger acquired a farmhouse at the foot of the village of Biot. It was here that his widow Nadia Leger, decided to create a museum to honour him and showcase his life's work.
Events in [locality]
There is a regular market in Sault every Wednesday and a Lavender festival on 15th August every year, where you can also take part in the lavender picking competition which is open to anyone to enter.
Things to do in [locality]
Cycling or hiking the mighty Mont Ventoux is on a lot of people's hit lists when they come to Sault as it's only a short distance away. You can also take a walk along the edge of the Gorges de la Nesque on a 9km circuit.
In July and August you can look over the many lavender fields in all their glory below or take a trip to one of the nearby lavender distilleries or soap making factories.
With numerous slides, including the King Cobra - unique is western Europe - this is the largest waterpark on the Cote d'Azur! Inludes a rest area, show area, clockroom, fast food, grill and pizzeria, ice creams, drinks, and shop.
Wave Island Waterpark, Monteux
This huge waterpark covers an area of 4.7 hectares and includes a surf simulator, waterslides and a river feature called river land.
Nyonsoleiado Waterpark, Nyons
Waterpark complex that contains a lagoon, 25m pool, whirlpool basin, waterslides for children and adults, cascades of water, rivers, paddling pools and much more.
Domaine Le Sagittaire Waterpark, Nyons
In the depths of the Drôme countryside in the French Provence, this 5 Star Residential Campsite comes complete with an entirely heated Aquatic Complex, which is open to the public.
Aqualand Waterpark, Sainte Maxime
This is probably the most family orientated waterpark on the Cote d'Azur. With several friendly slides, a fun pool, food and drinks, ice creams, and shopping all at hand.
Aqualand Waterpark, St Cyr Sur Mer
Aqualand in St Cyr Sur Mer offer you 11 wicked slides in a great park environment with drinks, food, and shops for you to enjoy.
The Ajmi has played host to numerous talented international Jazz artists, and the Ajmi is classed as one of the top 3 jazz venues in France and is located in the heart of Avignon next to the beautiful Palais des Papes.
Le Scat Nightclub
Located in Aix-en-Provence
The Scat Club plays live music every night, and not just jazz the club plays pop, rock, funk and R'n'B.
Bokao's Nighclub
Located in Avignon
With a varied musical line-up, Bokao's combines good fun and great music.
Le Cardeur Bacchus Bar
Located in Aix-en-Provence
This small bar has a nice seating area outside next to one of Aix's many fountains and it catches the sun late into the evening.
La Cave des Pas Sages
Located in Avignon
Small wine bar situated in one of the cobbled streets of Avignon that hosts regular market stalls.
Le Longchamp Bar & Brasserie, Isle sur la Sorgue
Located in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
This place is a bar, restaurant and tabac all rolled into one, on the side of the river in the centre of Isle de la Sorgue.
Where to stay in [locality]
There are a small handful of budget hotels in the area and a slightly larger selection of B&Bs catering to passing cyclists and travellers.
A house for rent in Saignon, in the Vaucluse, with a swimming pool and large garden for the perfect holiday.
Bastide Du Vallon Villa, Saint-Etienne-du-Gres
Superb bastide in the heart of its private valley for your holidays in the Alpilles. Let yourself be seduced by the charm of this 19th century property!
27 Sep 20257 Nights1-14 peopleSelf-catered
Price: €7,511
Carpe Diem Villa, Verbier
Superb 5-bedroom villa with swimming pool, ideal for 10 people, 5 minutes from the sea
La Colline Villa, Provenc
Welcome to La Colline, a beautiful villa made of honey-colored local stone, nestled among the Provençal vineyards, with breathtaking views of Mont Ventoux and the small hilltop villages in the distance. You will enjoy a magnificent and peaceful setting, the villa being the ideal place to spend a summer day by the swimming pool*, in absolute silence, except for the gentle song of the cicadas......
4 Oct 20257 Nights1-9 peopleSelf-catered
Price: €3,125
Le Mas Des Secrets Villa, Bonnieux
Wonderful holiday rental farmhouse in Bonnieux, in the Luberon’s golden triangle, with swimming pool and a lovely, unobstructed view of the countryside.
Maison Saint Amant Villa
Exclusive family property situated at the top of the Dentelles de Montmirail, in an untouched natural environment.
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.
Domaine Bellevue Villa, Saint-Remy-de-Provence
Located in Saint-Remy-de-Provence
An exceptional location for your next holidays with a view on the Alpilles: Domaine Bellevue
30 Aug 20257 Nights1-14 peopleSelf-catered
Price: €20,101
Provence Country Club - 2 Bed Apartment, Luberon
Located in the Residence Provence Country Club in the heart of the Luberon mountain, this apartment 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.
Carpe Diem Villa, Verbier
Superb 5-bedroom villa with swimming pool, ideal for 10 people, 5 minutes from the sea
Maison Saint Amant Villa
Exclusive family property situated at the top of the Dentelles de Montmirail, in an untouched natural environment.
Mas Des Etoiles Villa, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
Located in Saint-Remy-de-Provence
Mas with heated pool and tennis court for your holidays in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence - Mas des Etoiles
In the heart of the Luberon National Park, a beautiful and charming B&B welcomes you for a relaxing stay.
19 July 20257 Nights
Price: €1,195
Villa Gallici Hotel
Located in Aix-en-Provence
Under the light Cézanne once knew, the Villa Gallici Hotel is an 18th century Provençal house and a member of Relais et Châteaux portfolio.
19 July 20257 Nights
Price: €21,840
La Bastide de Gordes Hotel & Spa, Gordes
Located in Gordes
This is a luxury hotel and spa perched in the heart of Gordes, one of the most beautiful towns in France.
La Coquillade Hotel, Gargas nr Roussillon
This is a small luxury hotel offering 28 rooms in the wonderful countryside of the Luberon, with its own vineyard.
Moulin de Lourmarin Hotel, Lourmarin
Located in one of the most beautiful villages in France, this former oil mill welcomes its guests in an enchanting setting surrounded by lime trees.
19 July 20257 Nights
Price: €3,200
Les Bories Spa Hotel, Gordes
Located in Gordes
A five star hotel with 33 bedrooms and seven suites in the heart of beautiful Luberon. Les Bories sits in eight hectares of gardens and grounds and is close to the famous village of Gordes.
Directions
Sault is just under an hours drive from Carpentras in the west or just over an hour in the opposite direction from Sisteron, on the edge of the Vaucluse region where it meets the Alpes de Haute Provence.