Sorgues
10 km North of Avignon on the N7 in the direction of Bedarrides.
Article updated in June 2024 following a new visit to the town
Discover the small town of Sorgues in Vaucluse near Avignon
Located around its factories in the north of Avignon, this town has few remains of its past except some ruins of the castle walls and a keep which bear witness to its medieval past. Little remained of Sorgues after the invasion by the baron des Adrets in 1562.
A superb town hall for the town hall
The village's huge square encircles the town hall, an imposing white building of fine craftsmanship. The town hall was inaugurated in 1859. The neoclassical façade, identical on both sides, features a succession of three arches in the center, echoing the town's coat of arms on the pediments. Two clocks were added in 1882.
Old Sorgues
From here, a number of narrow streets lead to the old village. A few fountains fed by the Sorgue brighten up the village's roundabouts and squares. The old village of Sorgues sometimes reveals, through its entangled alleyways, fragments of ramparts and snatches of towers. At the exit, an old paddlewheel immersed in the Sorgues reminds us of the inevitable presence of water.
The gardens of Château de Brantes
At the entrance to the village, on the road to Vedène, you can discover the gardens of Château de Brantes (still inhabited). Every weekend, you can visit its superb Italian-inspired park. The Château Saint-Hubert in Sorgues is also well worth a visit.
Fountains, ponds and a famous plane tree forest.
In the village, you can admire the water features of the stone fountains, ponds and a famous grove of plane trees, the tallest in France (on average 26 meters high).
Our map of Sorgues (postal code 84 700)
To find your way around Sorgues, you can use our interactive map, which you'll find on this page. We've included all of Sorgues' points of interest as well as our accommodation recommendations so that you can locate them before booking your stay in Sorgues.
What to see
The chateau de Brantes gardens.
The fountains.
XIX° century Hotel de Ville. St Sixte's church, XII° century.
Leisure activities
Fishing. Tennis.
Boulodrome.
Summer Events.
Hotels
With its large, beautiful rooms and attentive staff, the Novotel de Sorgues is our favorite hotel in the town. We highly recommend it.
Bed and breakfast
Idyllic setting in a magnificent château surrounded by vineyards. Superb pool, lovely rooms, attentive staff... a little paradise in Sorgues! We just love it!
Accomodations
Hotels.
Bed and breakfast.
Holiday rentals.
Campsite.
YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT THE TOWN OF SORGUES
We've received a lot of emails about the town of Sorgues. Here are our answers to your most frequently asked questions, to keep all our readers informed. Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any further questions.
Where to walk in Sorgues
Start by taking a stroll through the center of Sorgues, spot the magnificent town hall, then wander through the narrow streets of old Sorgues and the park of Château de Brantes. Enjoy the nature and green spaces on the nearby Ile de L'Oiselay. You can also take the bus to beautiful neighboring villages such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape or Isle-sur-la-Sorgue.
What's the market day in Sorgues?
The Sorgues market takes place every Sunday morning in the center of the town. It's a small, friendly market, ideal for stocking up on local produce and discovering the old center of Sorgues.
Where is Sorgues?
Sorgues is located in the Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur region in the Vaucluse département, 10 km from Avignon as the crow flies. It's a convenient and less expensive place to stay if you're looking for a vacation spot not too far from Avignon, and less expensive than the Cité des Papes.
Where to stay in sorgues?
For accommodation in Sorgues, you'll find above our recommendations for hotels and bed & breakfasts in the town. We update this selection every year to bring you the best accommodation in Sorgues.
A good restaurant to eat at in Sorgues: La Table de Sorgues
If you're looking for a good restaurant in Sorgues, look no further! Go straight to La Table de Sorgues, a superb bistronomic restaurant recommended by Gault & Millau. The market menu is delicious and affordable. We look forward to hearing from you!
NEIGHBOURING TOWNS AND VILLAGES
Bedarrides (5 km), Entraigues sur Sorgue (5 km), Châteauneuf du Pape (7 km) and Avignon (10 km).