Orange
The Vaucluse Departement - Pop.: 30,164 inh.
On highway A7 and route N7, 660 km. from Paris, 100 from Marseille. High speed train station.
A city of art and history, Orange is outstanding for its exceptional historical heritage.
As soon as you come inside the gates you will find yourself in the midst of Roman civilization with the Arch of Triumph (three arches) standing majestically over the city.
Another marvel, listed as a monument of the world, is the famous Antique Theater built in the early days af Christianity. It is the only Roman theater in Europe to have conserved its stage wall.
Today, thousands of spectators attend various cultural events held here.
The old city should also attract your attention with its narrow streets, well restored facades, and its ancient shady squares.
The heart of Orange has such an aura of old fashioned country Provence that one would believe oneself in a Provencal village! The greatest pleasure is just strolling about taking in the charm and discovering the treasures.
What to see:
Antique Theater.Arch of Triumph.
Orange Museum (ancient civilisation).
Colline St. Eutrope: a pleasant walk up this hill which is rewarded by a panorama of the city.
Leisure activities:
Market on tuesday.Bowling.
swimming pool.
Golf course.
Bicycle rentals.
Bed and breakfast
Bed and Breakfast - 3 spacious guest suites : 1 loft 45m² with sauna, 1 suite 43m² 2 to 5 pers and a insolite boat in the garden 2 pers - Separate entrances - Swimming pool - High quality cuisine - massages
95 € - 135 €
Accommodation:
Hotels.
Bed and breakfast.
Vacation rentals.
Campsite.
Neighbouring towns and villages:
Camaret sur Aigues (7 km), Caderousse (7 km), Piolenc (7 km) and Jonquieres (8 km).
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