 The
area around Aubignan is a mixture of hills and former marshes. A stone's
throw from Beaumes de Venise and the famous Côtes du Rhône vineyards. Here
you will have the opportunity to take advantage of the peaceful countryside
while being very close to the town and its facilities (6 km from Carpentras).
Part of this small market town is surrounded
by ramparts dating from the 14th century. The old quarter still has
some fine historic remains and monuments.
In front of Avenue Frédéric
Mistral you will see the Porte de France gate housing the village clock,
which is topped by a wrought iron campanile. This gate leads to the heart
of the old quarter. Close by is the mairie, housed in a building dating
from the 18th century which has been completely renovated.
A little further along on the Place du
Château de Pazzis is the primitive
semi-Romanesque & semi-Gothic style church of Aubignan, just in front
of a car park. Within the church, encased behind a glass frame, are several
ancient religious objects and the two cherubs by Bernus that were used
as models for the cherubs on Saint Siffrein cathedral in Carpentras.
Aubignan is a major producer of young
vines and vine grafts. Industry and handicrafts are very active in the
area.
Don't miss the Provencal market, held every Saturday morning from April
to October. |