By providing a regularly renewed selection of places to visit and people to meet, we wished for this 2012 edition to highlight such themes as culture, wine & food and cycling. These are all strong themes for tourist development in the Vaucluse, which contribute to the territory's identity and reputation.
Highlights
Our 2012 press kit is online!
Published on Friday 10 February 2012 - ADT Vaucluse Tourism News
Dark or white, yin and yang for the taste buds
Published on Thursday 9 February 2012 - Food
In Sault, La Maison Boyer is an institution. On the village square, this Nougaterie’s wooden façade displays the date of its foundation: 1887.
Four generations in the Boyer family have built this establishment’s renown.
Imagine: nougat selected for the delight of the National Assembly in Paris and the establishment has its own brand of Champagne - a Gobillard creation, no less!
Paper Art // Interaction
Published on Thursday 9 February 2012 - Festivals, events, exhibitions
25 February to 9 June 2012
Campredon - Art Centre at L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
4 “paper” artists - Henri Laugier, Géraldine Gonzalez, Andreas Kocks and Maryline Pomian - present sculptures, collages, installations and other creations made exclusively with paper.
A material that is both rich and humble, paper gives rise to creations that may be strong, ephemeral, fragile, minimalist or sophisticated, but always sensuous...
Paper- triturated, transformed, metamorphosed - delivers its secrets in an invitation to an original, poetic exploration around shape and volume...
Avignon Festival 2012: from 7 to 28 July
Published on Monday 5 December 2011 - Festivals, events, exhibitions
It’s official - the first time in a long while the Avignon In and Off Festivals are to be held on the same dates.A quaint and eco-friendly guesthouse
Published on Thursday 1 December 2011 - Accommodation
"Couleur Lavande" in the Thor, which opened for business last year, is extremely proud to offer its guests a carefully preserved place where luxury and peace are synonymous with luxury and nature.
This beautiful spot has just been recognised for its ongoing environmental efforts by Clef Verte, which for 10 years now has been visiting and appraising tourist accommodation. The label is based on 130 highly selective criteria ranging from energy management to the use of bio organic and procurement from local providers.
The Mas du Haut Roussillac
Published on Thursday 1 December 2011 - Accommodation
The Mas du Haut-Roussilac, in the small Enclave between the Vaucluse and the Drôme departments began its life as a farm in 1836, and was lovingly restored over three years to become a charming guesthouse nestled in 4 hectares of wooded land.
It is surrounded by the Côtes du Rhône vineyard and countryside, a haven of peace with the flavour of the bastides of yesteryear and a modern twist.
Three Valentine breaks in Luberon: Love at first sight, Lovers, Romance
Published on Thursday 1 December 2011 - Accommodation
February 2012
To help you escape from it all and experience true romance away from the daily grind, the Bastide de Capelongue in the heart of the Luberon has come up with three romantic getaways. With an eye for detail, moments of well-being, tasty dishes prepared by an award winning chef, gorgeous décor, romantic walks through off-season Provence....a Valentine's break in Capelongue will delight the gourmand and romantic in you.
A Valentine’s Getaway in a Château
Published on Thursday 1 December 2011 - Accommodation
A whole square tower of a château, just for you. What could be better for a romantic getaway?
Just a stone’s throw from Avignon, the fully restored guest rooms of the Château de Vedène manage to perfectly combine a sense of history with modern facilities.
Cheval Passion (Horse Show) in Avignon
Published on Thursday 24 November 2011 - Festivals, events, exhibitions
18 to 24 January 2012
For 27 years, Cheval Passion has been the must-see winter event for lovers of horses and spectacle.
100,000 people attend this festival each year, which brings together over 1,200 horses and 250 exhibitors, presenting over 90 hours of shows and entertainment…
A veritable theatre of equestrian delights, the legendary Gala des Crinières d'Or is the stage for the most talented horses and riders on the scene today.
An eclectic and friendly equestrian event where cowboys ride alongside Grand Prix champions, the Republican Guard cavalry regiment puts on a grand spectacle and visitors will be delighted by high standard dressage shows...
Valentines couple sitting in tree (house) k.i.s.s.i.n.g...a romantic french hide out in Avignon
Published on Tuesday 1 November 2011 - Accommodation
Situated 5 metres off the ground and perched literally in a tree, “La Cabane Perchee” brings kissing under a tree to a its literal conclusion in a grown up romantic weekend break.
Truffles break in Provence
Published on Thursday 20 October 2011 - Food
3 days / 2 nights (weekend)
19 November 2011 to 15 March 2012
Althen-les-Paluds is a small rural village in the plain just a few kilometres from Avignon.
The countryside is restful under the dazzling blue sky. This is the season for black truffles in the Vaucluse, top producer in France.
The treasure hunt can begin...
Prestige New Year’s Eve in the Luberon Natural Park
Published on Thursday 20 October 2011 - Accommodation
2 days / 1 night
31 December 2011 to 1 January 2012
To end the year in style, Domaine de la Coquillade, a Relais & Châteaux Hotel, invites you to a New Year’s Eve party in an elegant harmonious refined setting.
A fine gastronomic table awaits you in this prestigious home that offers a successful blend of old stones and exceptional design.
An opportunity to discover and enjoy the mild winter of Provence...
Truffle Mass in Richerenches
Published on Thursday 20 October 2011 - Festivals, events, exhibitions
Sunday 15 January 2012.
This village in the Popes’ Enclave has, since 1946, celebrated on the third Sunday of January ‘La Saint Antoine,’ the Feast of Saint Anthony, patron saint of truffle growers.
At 10am, the church is filled with a scent; you might expect it to be incense, but a most unusual smell of fresh truffle floats in the air...
Truffles in Provence on New Year’s Eve
Published on Thursday 20 October 2011 - Accommodation
4 days / 3 nights
Thursday 29 December 2011 to Sunday 1st January 2012
Ringing in the New Year in a chambre d’hôtes in the land of black truffles
Outing to the truffle market, class for festive cuisine, New Year’s Eve party, brunch with truffles...
All that counts is the pleasure of the senses!
Village Soups Festival around Vaison La Romaine
Published on Friday 7 October 2011 - Food
October 15th to November 19 th 2011
Cream soup, consommé, hot or cold, with marrow or mushrooms, with spelt wheat or garlic, pistou - every village in Vaucluse has a recipe that has been passed down through the generations from mother to daughter, or a little something that turns an ordinary soup into something unique and special!
Millévin at Avignon
Published on Friday 7 October 2011 - Festivals, events, exhibitions
Thursday 17 November 2011
This annual edition of Millévin celebrates the new vintage with festive events in Avignon. Tastings of the Côtes du Rhône Primeur wines, sales of the recent Côtes du Rhône vintages ...
A new concept: Manor house hotels
Published on Monday 26 September 2011 - Accommodation
There are five.
Five independent hotels within a 60 m radius of the centre of the old village of Isle sur la Sorgue, five magnificent old houses completely renovated with a flower-filled courtyard or garden, including three recently opened properties.
Each independent hotel has its own character, but all represent a quality heritage and high-standard, personalised service.
Far from being competitors, their owners pool their respective expertise to host groups of friends, wedding parties or seminars.
A total of 22 character guest houses, multi-purpose, adjustable rooms, well-being areas with indoor heated pools, for a unique offer and exceptional services.
Villa Datris, an important place for contemporary sculpture - Isle sur la Sorgue
Published on Monday 26 September 2011 - Heritage
In June 2011, the beautiful Florentine style house which for many years was the Maison Biehn (famous for its old textiles) became, to the delight of art lovers, Villa Datris, the Fund for Contemporary Sculpture.
Danièle Marcovici and Tristan Fourtine succumbed to the charms of this beautiful building with its riverside garden planted with rare species.
Major work has transformed and enhanced the buildings, making it possible to display contemporary sculptures created in all types of materials by famous artists and young talents alike.
A stylish and charming Provencal Christmas in luxury accommodation
Published on Monday 26 September 2011 - Accommodation
To enjoy Provence under the wonderful winter sky, visit the nativity scenes, the santon makers' workshops, the Christmas markets around Mont Ventoux, the Hôtel de Crillon le Brave***** is reopening in time for the end of year festivities: Christmas eve feast with 13 Provencal desserts, traditional concerts in the village church and “La Grange”, Christmas lunch…
A unique place, ideal for getting away from it all this Christmas.
"Truffle harvest" proclamation in Richerenches, 19th November 2011
Published on Monday 26 September 2011 - Festivals, events, exhibitions
For 4 years the Truffle Harvest Proclamation has marked the official opening of the Richerenches truffle market, France's largest black truffle or “Périgord” market!
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