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Tourism in the Vaucluse
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Discovery and tourism in the Vaucluse :
- The Dentelles de Montmirail, teeth like limestone cliffs against a skyblue background, culminating at 627 meters, ideal for rock climbing. Ruins of a 17th century Saracen tower.
- The Mont Ventoux, the "Giant of Provence" at 1912 meters, where Petrarch said "Surprised by the immensity of the show, I could not move as though struck by stupor".
- Beaumes de Venise and its famous Muscatel, produced by the Muscat grape, which will delight the most subtle palate with its fruity flavor.
- Seguret, classified as one of the "most beautiful villages of France", in the Vaucluse.
- Vaison La Romaine, the High Town, the medieval city, its sloping lanes, and small squares enlivened by Comtadine fountains, dominated by the ruins of a 12th century castle. The Roman bridge.
- Carpentras, capital of the Country of Venaisson, its old stones speak of the magic of its history-filled past, the market dedicated to the black truffle, and for those with a sweet tooth, the "berlingot", a hard candy speciality.
- Orange, the Antique Theater and famous stage, the Choral Festival : les Chorégies.
- Avignon, European Cultural Capital 2000, capital of the Cotes du Rhone wines. With the Popes' Palace, the splendor of 14th century gothic architecture, the Theater festival in July, museums, the opera, trips on the Rhone.
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How about visiting a Provençale market one morning ? |
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Discover the famous markets of the Vaucluse :
Every Tuesday in Vaison-la-Romaine, Beaumes de Venise, Friday in Carpentras. Every Thursday in Orange, Cairanne and Vacqueyras. Without forgetting the famous antique market in Isle sur la Sorgue on Sunday.
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A walk in the afternoon ? |
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Breath in the scents of thyme, rosemary, broom, while wandering, on foot or by bike, along the numerous paths in this classified zone. The beauty of the lake of Paty, a place of reverie as well, will enchant all nature lovers. |
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For the athletic amongst you |
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Golf, tennis, rock climbing, swimming, canoeing and kayaking, cycling are in close proximity. |
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