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Brantes

27 km East of Vaison la Romaine and 20 km North of Sault.

Discover the superb Vaucluse village of Brantes, facing Mont Ventoux

Brantes is an old village perched at the northern end of the département, on the border with Provencal Drôme. The village stands peacefully on the slopes of Mont Ventoux. Like a valiant sentinel, it is suspended above the Toulourenc valley.

Village de Brantes (84).

A charming old village

In the village, narrow cobbled streets, vaulted passageways and old stone houses crown a castle offering a sublime panorama of the Ventoux.It's a real pleasure to stroll through the medieval streets of this Provencal village.Brantes has a rare charm!

Clocher.

A beautiful arched bridge

At the foot of the village, above the Toulourenc river, don't miss the superb arched bridge at Brantes.This Romanesque bridge (sometimes referred to as a “Roman bridge” when in fact it isn't) dates back to the 13th century.It is a typical example of Provençal medieval architecture.

Pont roman de Brantes.

The village specialty: earthenware

In Brantes, you'll find a number of workshops for decorative earthenware, pottery and santons.Take a tour of Martine Gilles and Jaap Wieman's pretty little workshop, where they practise their earthenware skills.Their earthenware comes in plates, dishes, cups, bowls and lampshades with apples, pears and cherries hanging from them. Each room is a flower garden or orchard (closed on Sundays and Mondays).

Santons

You can also discover the work of santon-maker Véronique Dornier, who creates amazing little blue santons, from donkeys to baby Jesus, oxen and sheep (closed Wednesday and Sunday mornings). A Provencal craft par excellence!

Santons à Brantes.

Tourism: hiking in the Toulourenc valley

There are many beautiful walks around the village. The Brantes area is criss-crossed by two long-distance hiking trails, the GR9 and GR91. Away from the cities, away from the crowds and the noise, you can really breathe and follow the cycle of nature in peace and quiet in the pretty Toulourenc valley.Needless to say, the scenery here is sumptuous, the wilderness unspoiled.

Randonnée près de Brantes.

A good restaurant to recommend: La Poterne de Pascale

If you're looking for a good place to eat in Brantes, we recommend “La Poterne de Pascale”. You'll enjoy fine home cooking on a pretty little terrace overlooking the village of Brantes and the Ventoux.We recommend the little omelettes, a real treat!

The “Brantes dans les étoiles” Festival

At the end of December, every two years (even-numbered years), Brantes organizes the “Brantes dans les étoiles” festival, a celebration of the arts and crafts. The village is packed with exciting events and exhibitions on these traditional crafts during the festival.

Ruelle à Brantes.

Our map of the commune of Brantes (postal code 84390)

To find your way around Brantes, you can use our interactive map of the village, which you'll find on this page. We've included all the points of interest in Brantes, as well as our accommodation recommendations, so you can locate them before you book your weekend or vacation in Brantes.

What to see

Remains of the feudal castle.
Saint-Sidoine church (1682).
Saint-Roch chapel.
Panoramic view of the Ventoux.

Leisure activities

Walking. Craftwork
Earthenware Decoration workshop.

Holiday rentals

Located in Montbrun-les-Bains, Chateau des Gipières offers accommodation with a private pool, free Wi-Fi and free private parking. This air-conditioned accommodation is 40 km from the village of Les Bories. The flat features a hot tub and a lift.

Accomodations

Hotels.
Holiday rentals.
B&Bs, Gites.

YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT THE VILLAGE OF BRANTES IN THE VAUCLUSE

You have sent us several questions about the small village of Brantes. Here are our answers to your most frequently asked questions. Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any other questions.

What's the nearest town to Mont Ventoux?

Although Brantes is very close to Mont Ventoux, it is not the nearest town. The nearest town to Mont Ventoux is the village of Beaumont-du-Ventoux, which lies on the side of the mountain. The village of Flassan is also very close.

Where to stay in Brantes

Above you'll find our recommendations for accommodation in Brantes. We update this selection every year to ensure you have the best choices in Brantes and a superb stay in this pretty commune of the Vaucluse at the foot of Mont Ventoux.

Where is Brantes?

The commune of Brantes is located in the Vaucluse department in Provence, France. This Provencal village is 27 km east of Vaison-la-Romaine. The nearest villages are Savoillan and Saint-Léger-du-Ventoux.

Village de Brantes (84).
Ruelle à Brantes.
Pont roman de Brantes.
Clocher.
Randonnée près de Brantes.

NEIGHBOURING TOWNS AND VILLAGES

Savoillan (4 km) and Saint Léger du Ventoux (6 km).