Vaison la Romaine

The Vaucluse Departement - Pop.: 6,218 inh.

 puce 27 km. northeast of Orange by route D975.

Vaison la Romaine, bridge over the Ouveze river


Jewel of Roman Provence as its name indicates, Vaison la Romaine is a must to visit in the Haut Vaucluse.

The city, higthly interesting from an archeological point of view, is surrounded by the river Ouveze.



Vaison la Romaine, roman ruins

On the right bank are two different quarters: the site of the ancient Roman colony and the modern town. Archeological digs have revealed immense, luxurious, and elaborate Gallo Roman homes.

There were floors in mosaics, marble, marquetry, and statues, ponds, atriums, and private thermal baths, all showing life in Roman times..


Vaison la Romaine, roman statue

One learns that every day life was already very Vaison la Romaine, roman statuerefined and that the Romans attached great importance to artistic creation...

A detailed plan ot the digs of Puyman and Villasse can be procured at the Tourist Office.


Vaison la Romaine, gate of the medieval town
On the left bank on top of a rocky spur is the Haute-Ville, originating in the 13thc.

In Medieval times the villagers settled in the heights at the foot of the castle to protect themselves from robbers and invasion.

Today the castle is in ruins, but Haute-Ville is a picturesque spot to visit.


Vaison la Romaine, church

There are little shady squares, ancient doorways, and narrow cobbled streets dotted with superb fountains or lined by the fagades of 16th and 18thc. mansions.

Even if the climb to the top of Haute-Ville seems too steep, you will be rewarded for your efforts by the wonderful view of Vaison and its surroundings.


Vaison la Romaine, medieval tower


Here, in the sumptuous decor of Mont Ventoux, and the famous mountains Dentelles de Montmirail, one can journey through 20 centuries of the life of Comtat Venaissin and Provence !
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puce What to see:

Gallo-Roman times: Puyman and La Villasse archeological sites, 17m. wide Roman bridge.
Romanesque times: Notre Dame de Nazareth Cathedral and its cloister (between 6th and 13thc.). St. Quenin Chapel with its sculptures.
Medieval times : Haute-Ville and its 1464 church.
The Comtadin costume museum

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puce Leisure activities:

Tuesday morning market.
Horseback riding. Hiking. Mountain biking.
Electric bikes rentals by Sun E Bike with road book on carefully selected itineraries.

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Hotels

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La Fête en Provence
At the bend of an alley, perched on the hillside of the Historic high-town
From the greenery of the patio, to the arched room privacy, to the freshness of the cuisine and the room cosiness
Swimming poolRestaurant or mealsAir conditionedWifi or Internet accessParking or garageSpa / Jacuzzi
Locate on the map of Vaison la Romaine
80 € - 120 €

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Bed and breakfast

puceVaison la Romaine (Haut Vaucluse) - Orange : 27 km
L' Evêché
Bed & breakfast - 5 charming guest rooms including 2 suites in a private mansion tastefully decorated - Terraces - Located in the middle of the mediaval city of Vaison
WiFi or Internet accessOpen all year round
Locate on the map of Vaison la Romaine
90 € - 160 €

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puceVaison la Romaine (Haut Vaucluse) - Orange : 27 km
Jade en Provence
Bed & breakfast - 5 spacious charming guest rooms 2/4 pers. in a house in the center of Vaison and 500m from the Roman Theatre - Air conditioning - Swimming Pool
Swimming poolAir conditionedWiFi or Internet accessAccess for disabledParking or garageGolf nearbyOpen all year round
Locate on the map of Vaison la Romaine
95 € - 115 €

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puce Accommodation:


Hotels.
Bed and breakfast.
Vacation rentals.
Campsites.

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puce Neighbouring towns and villages:

Saint Romain en Viennois (3km), Roaix (6km), Villedieu (6km) and Seguret (9km).

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