Upper Vaucluse
With its fragrance of truffles, lavender and wine, the Popes’ Provence is like a taste of paradise, original and geographically unique in all of France. Well-preserved and rich with 20 centuries of history, the beautiful villages of the Popes’ Provence are marked by the Templar Knights and the Avignon Popes. Châteauneuf du Pape, the Pope of the Côtes du Rhône wines, Beaumes de Venise with its famous muscat wine, Gigondas, Vacqueyras … all powerful names of excellent products.
Orange
Even today, the traces of the Roman occupation, marking the start of our civilisation, are still highly visible. Orange is home to two monuments on UNESCO’s World Heritage list.
www.otorange.fr
The Antic Theatre in Orange
This is the only Roman theatre in all of Europe which has kept its stage wall. Built during the reign of Augustus during the 1st century, this Roman theatre is outstanding for the remarkable state of preservation of its stage wall. The theatre has been used since the 19th century as the setting for magnificent lyrical performances. Self-guided audiophone tours in 7 languages and film in French and English.
www.theatre-antique.com
The Triumphal Arch in Orange
The Triumphal Arch, classified UNESCO world heritage, is an exceptional monument characteristic of Roman architecture in Provence.
This arch is one of the oldest and biggest of its kind from the Gallo-Roman period. Located on the Via Agrippa, this Triumphal Arch symbolises Roman supremacy over land and seas. Access to the Triumphal Arch is free of charge.
www.otorange.fr
Vaison la Romaine and Roman Sites
At Vaison la Romaine, explore the archaeological sites of Puymin and la Villasse and see how their magnificent villas, thermal baths and shopping streets illustrate the refined lifestyles of the Roman nobles. A 2-day pass for all the town’s monuments can be bought at the entrance to the sites, allowing you to explore as you wish, with free audioguide.
Take the time to stroll through the fabulous digs where rich Roman homes once stood.
Price : Base rate : 7,5 euros
Châteauneuf du Pape and the Côtes du Rhône vineyards
15 minutes north of Avignon, you can see the Châteauneuf du Pape vineyards, the most famous of the Côtes du Rhône wines. Many estates and cellars open to the public.
