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Explore Le Thor from Le Jantou: Nature and Culture

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Welcome to Le Jantou, your perfect base camp for exploring the wonders of Le Thor and its surroundings in the Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. Dive into history with a visit to the Romanesque Notre-Dame-du-Lac church, a 12th-century architectural gem. Enjoy a day outdoors by the Sorgue River, famous for its clear waters and fishing activities. Nature enthusiasts will love the Thouzon Caves, a...See more

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Rocks of Baude
14 km

Rocks of Baude

A short but singular stroll between cliffs, balms and ledges of the west end of the Petit Luberon. With your back turned to the town hall, take the CHemin de Robion on the left and pass the cemetery. 1 - At the next intersection, continue straight on the road. Pass the Saint-Gens chapel, then 400m further, turn right on the Chemin de Boulon. Turn left on the edge of the woods. When reaching the big clearing of Boulon, go up the paved road for 200m and turn right. 2 – At the pole'Boulon', go down the gravel path and at the mouth of the field and the source of Boulon, turn left and, 50m higher, climb to the right on the path (steep at the beginning). Stay on the right until you reach the foot of the cliffs. Weave through the large balms while enjoying passages of cliff ledges. After the circus of Boulon, pass below the large face of the rocks of Baude. Cross the rock shelter and climb to the breach of Castellas avoiding the steps that descend towards the foot of the massif (the marking is tricky). Cross the breach and switch to the gorges of Badarel. Careful, the trail is quite steep and stony. 3 - At the bottom of the ravine (pole:'The Castellas'), turn right and start the descent of the gorges of Badarel. Caution, it is narrow, steep, rocky and it includes a short passage with a ladder. Continue through the bottom of the valley and reach a track. Head across, then at the first houses, cross a barrier and continue until the Chemin de Robion. 4 - Turn left to return to the starting point.

3 h
5.9 km
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The plague wall
14 km

The plague wall

A world of stones, dry stone walls, nature and silence but not only! From the car park, reach the Avenue Jean Giono and take a left. Continue to the right on Grand Rue to the center of the village ("Mur de la peste" arrow). Pass the church. In front of the fountain, go left onto the Rue du Château. Pass the wash house, go straight and take the Chemin de la Pourtalette. At the calvary, go straight and 50m further, continue across on the Chemin de Muscadelle ("Mur de la peste" arrow). After the paved path, climb straight onto the stony path and the mountain pass (Croix de Lagnes), continue on the path opposite to the Plague wall. 1- Take a sharp right and go along the Plague wall. Upstream, the path deviates somewhat from the wall and goes along it again. Reach under the pines, the crossroads "La Peithe". 2- Turn left, pass through the forest track and at the signpost "Citerne", take the road to the left (GR ®). At the two successive croissing trails, continue straight and head to the valley. Pass one well rocky section and head down again. At the crossroads "Vallon des Esperacons", leave the GR® and climb the left trail (PR). 3 - At the intersection ''Esperacons'', continue on the balcony trail to the right (PR). Pass an edge (panoramic viewpoint at 20m to the right) and continue the path to the left. 4- At the crossroads "Le Soldat" take a left and 50m further, continue to the right. At the Y (point 285), follow the right track. Pass a hairpin bend and descend. At the entrance of a right turn (large pine tree), rush on a path to the left. Below after a right turn, stay on the right track. At the track, reach the D100 to the left. Take the road to the left for 150m and reach the parking area. 5- Take the track that starts to the left along the parking lot. 300m further, leave the trail leading to a house and embark on the path in front. Go down and reach point 1 at the Plague Wall. From there, return to Cabrières d'Avignon through the same route used to go.

3 h
7.4 km
Easy
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Popes'Palace
14 km

Popes'Palace

The monumental residence of the pontiffs, a symbol of the Church's influence on the Christian West in the 14th century, is the largest Gothic palace in the world! The Palais des Papes is one of the 10 most visited monuments in France. The residence of the pontiffs in the 14th century, it was built in less than twenty years from 1335 onwards, mainly by two papal builders, Benedict XII and his successor Clement VI. There are 25 different areas to visit: state rooms, chapels, cloisters and the pope's private apartments, all decorated with priceless frescoes by Italian artist Matteo Giovannetti. The monument is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. PRACTICAL INFORMATION Babies and strollers: strollers may not be used inside the monument and must be left at the cloakroom. Baby carriers available on loan. TICKETS: Avignon Tourisme invites you to book your visit online by choosing your time slot. Reservations at www.avignon-tourisme.com Tickets can be purchased on site and at the tourist office for slots that are not fully booked. HISTOPAD: an immersive digital tour to go back in time and see the invisible! With the Histopad (digital tablet), step back in time and relive the splendors of the pontifical court in the 14th century in multimedia immersion. Thanks to augmented reality, you can visualize many of the rooms in the Papal Palace as they might have been in the 14th century. The Histopad allows you to take a virtual tour of 9 of the palace's main rooms, which have been re-imagined in their 14th-century settings using augmented reality. Included in the price of admission, until April 2026. THE PALACE GARDENS Recently restored, the gardens are a new attraction for visitors, providing a space for relaxation and a better understanding of the Palace of the Popes as a whole. The Jardin du Pape and the Jardin du Palais join the Verger Urbain V, inaugurated on September 14, 2018, and freely accessible to the public, to complete the triptych of the Jardins du Palais des Papes. This redevelopment is structured into two zones: the Jardin du Palais (or Jardin Benoît XII, 1250m2) and the Jardin du Pape (662m2). The 14th-century hydraulic network was chosen as the structuring element for the design of the Palace Garden, delimiting the large rectangles where Mediterranean plant species attested to in the 14th century in these pontifical gardens are planted. The Jardin du Pape is an intimate garden, with direct access from the papal apartments. The redevelopment of the garden has restored its precious character, with the re-creation of the griffin fountain and the surrounding flower meadow. The famous and imposing Roma building, of which only a trace remains on the ground, has been reconstituted in the form of a monumental pergola, which will eventually be entirely covered with plants. Restoration work has been undertaken by the City of Avignon and Avignon Tourisme with the support of the French government, the DRAC, the Southern Region, the Crédit Agricole Foundation and the L'Occitane Foundation. The gardens can be visited on their own, or combined with the Pont d'Avignon or Palais des Papes. Free for Avignon residents every day of the year, upon reservation and presentation of proof of address. Tours close 30 minutes before the monument closes. IH : Due to a large number of steps, the tour of the Palais des Papes is partially inaccessible to wheelchair users. However, we are happy to assist you with your personalized visit. All our teams are mobilized to accompany you and provide you with a "tailor-made" experience at the heart of the greatest Gothic palace. Your visit will take you through the main areas of the monument, allowing you to discover the history of the Popes, armed with your Histopad. Bonus: access to the Sant-Martial chapel. Visits available all year round, by reservation only, up to 24 hours in advance: Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays from 2pm to 4pm*. Length of visit: 2 hours. Free admission for you and your companion (guided tour recommended). Reservations required on 04 32 74 32 74 or by e-mail: officetourisme@avignon-tourisme.com * Dates subject to change, to be confirmed with the Avignon Tourist Office team. Numerous guided tours of the monument are offered throughout the year. Information and reservations at www.avignon-tourisme.com The boutique-library is open all year round. See the store video: youtu.be/17jxnfkn7cc Pets are not allowed (except guide dogs). The Palais des Papes has been awarded the "Accueil vélo" label. Subject to change without notice.

Place du Palais des Papes 84000 Avignon
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Discover the blooming lavender fields and Provençal markets
14 km

Discover the blooming lavender fields and Provençal markets

Discover the lavender fields by minibus in one day! Enjoy the exceptional panoramic views and discover the region's most beautiful villages! **THIS SERVICE IS ONLY AVAILABLE JUNE TO AUGUST** Start your minibus tour with a stunning view of the region and its lovely lavender fields in full bloom! Discover and stroll through traditional open-air markets. You will be amazed at the incredible palette of colours created and the captivating scents of lavender! Cross through the lavender fields with your driver/guide and reach the typical village of Sault or Roussillon (depending on the bloom of the lavender fields). Make the most of your free time to discover the traditional shops and unique savoir-faire of the region! You can also choose one of its delicious restaurants for lunch. Gordes, listed as "France's most beautiful village" will welcome you and offer you breathtaking views of Provence! Then finish your circuit by visiting the Lavender Museum in Coustellet where you will discover all the production secrets of lavender circuits! You will make a stop at Sénanque Cistercian Abbey (from 15 June to 15 July) located at the foot of a lavender field! You will marvel at this idyllic view! At the end of the day, you will return to Avignon accompanied by your driver. This tour will immerse you in the heart of Provence where you will soak up the flavours and the typical atmosphere of the region!

Cours Jean Jaurès 84000 Avignon
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We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾