Châteaurenard

Châteaurenard

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Châteaurenard		Noves at 4.8 km (6 min)
Insee code	13027		Rognonas at 5.1 km (7 min)
Postcode	13160		Eyragues at 5.1 km (7 min)
Latitude	43.8820059		Graveson at 8.4 km (9 min)
Longitude	4.8556850		Maillane at 9.5 km (10 min)
Altitude	From 15 to 110 meters		Avignon at 10.1 km (15 min)
Surface	34.95 km²		Caumont-sur-Durance at 10.2 km (12 min)
Population	15000 inhabitants		Cabannes at 10.5 km (12 min)
Density	429 inhabitants/km²		Barbentane at 11.3 km (13 min)
National label			Saint-Rémy-de-Provence at 11.4 km (15 min)
Chief town	Marseille (at 93 km, 59 min)		Verquières at 12.1 km (13 min)
Department	Bouches-du-Rhône		Saint-Andiol at 12.2 km (12 min)
Region	Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur		Search another town

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Between Alpilles and Durance, nestles at the foot of the hill and its feudal towers, Châteaurenard, the "city gardening.

A story in capital letters carved in the rock at the castle of the 12th and 15th centuries, the ancient fortress of the Counts of Provence, or drawn into the grooves of the landscape gardener. A story also magnified by authentic traditional festivals which are celebrated as the carts boughs from the past that now forgotten trades through a day in the old way. " Over thirty holidays and are identified only on summer! Midway between Saint-Rémy and Avignon, Châteaurenard is close to tourist sites but has kept all the friendliness and peacefulness of a small Provencal town. Also, Châteaurenard is it a privileged holiday resort in the heart of Provence.

• Castle of the Counts of Provence atop the hill of the Griffon stands the medieval castle of the 13th and 15th centuries. Historic monument, this former stronghold of the Counts of Provence is restored and maintained regularly for twenty years. The tours let you discover a 13th Benedict unusual character, a military operation of unprecedented audacity and many secrets of the life of this pontiff Avignon?? The Garden Tour is an invitation to walk in a quiet and green, arranged for your pleasure, on 4.5 hectares.

• Schedule of tours: Adults: 1 May to 30 September: Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 12pm and 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday. From October to April: every afternoon from 15h to 17h except on Fridays. Groups: by appointment.
• Entrance fee (free for children under 12 years).

• Museum of farming tools: in the heart of the historic center housed in a stone house, the museum of agricultural tools evokes the evolution of agriculture in the region through irrigation. You'll find a varied collection of restored antique tools used to grow grain, vegetables and wine, some dating from the 19th century. Made of iron and wood, these tools were an extension of the hands of women and men who fired the best of the earth itself. Information: +33 4 90 90 11 59.

• Individual Hours: May 1 to September 30: Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 12pm and from 14:30 to 18:30. Groups: by appointment.
• Entrance fee (free for children under 12 years).

• The Art Gallery of the Cultural Center invites you to discover selected artists and regular awareness in reading the works presented. Its objective is the discovery and promotion of interpreters' practice of an art ". There are regularly organized artistic events referred to cultural salon photographs, lectures ... Information: +33 4 90 24 25 54. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 12pm and from 14 to 17:45 except on Thursday afternoon.
• Visit of the distillery liquor Frigolet: Châteaurenard in 1865 began to manufacture the liquor Frigolet. Father Gaucher, illustrious character tales of Alphonse Daudet had developed a liquid green, golden, warm, sparkling, exquisite "A. Daudet Lettres de mon Moulin. Since this divine drink is still made here in the distillery in the heart of Provence. Thirty plants enter the secret manufacture of liquor. After being harvested, dried, sorted and weighed carefully, these plants are steeped in neutral alcohol. After a first passage in oak barrels, the liquor is completed by adding sugar, honey ... For the rest, Father Gaucher not forgive us for betraying her secret!
• The Baroque peasants: fortified long surveillance of the Durance valley, its hill overlooking Châteaurenard a fertile valley announcing the plains of Comtat and Avignon. Châteaurenard, nicknamed "city gardening, to explain how the abundance of water and land-rich silt from the Durance has enabled the agricultural region to become a major vegetable production areas of France. Guided tours: from May 1 to September 30, every Thursday at 10am. From the Office of Tourism, visit the road "between two waters", the old center, the Museum of Agrarian Tools and discovery of local specialties. Tourist Information Office: +33 4 90 24 25 50.

• In June: Empty-attic (400 exhibitors).
• June 21: Festival of music.
• In July: Feast of St. Eloi.
• In July: Feria de Chato.
• July 14: Market ancient and old crafts.
• Late July-early August: Feast of the Madeleine.
• In August: Parade burlesque associations.
• In September: Final Trophy Gardeners.
• In September: Heritage Days.
• September: Feast of Saint Omer.
• October: Tour of the art.
• October: Empty-attic (400 exhibitors).
• On 1 November: All Saints Great Fair.
• In December: Christmas market and fair Santon.

• Steam Train du Val de Provence: Line Châteaurenard / Noves - Between the Rhone and Durance, come discover the Val de Provence aboard an authentic steam train running over a small picturesque line, opened in 1884 by the Compagnie des Chemins de Iron Bouches du Rhone. At low speed, you wander among the orchards, in the footsteps of Frederic Mistral. Groups (20 or): by appointment for Line Châteaurenard / or Noves Barbentane / Noves Traction steam or diesel, depending on the season. Seasonal Timetable - Information, hourly rates and reservations: +33 6 98 16 55 33. Leaving the Station Châteaurenard.
• A goat.

Chateau des Comtes de Provence		Former Center
Church		Road between 2 waters
Museum of farming tools		Charrette de la Madeleine
Charrrette of St Eloi		Madeleine: horse harnessed to the Saracen fashion
Feast of St Omer		Medieval Festival

Saturday 2 June Day Night Min. 16°C - Max. 32°C

Sunday 3 June Day Night Min. 19°C - Max. 32°C

Monday 4 June Day Night Min. 14°C - Max. 28°C

Le carré Avignon Open the door and go to a huge loft: exposed beams, leather, sleek style. The service is pleasant and motivated. In the kitchen everything is fresh and seasonal products are featured.... Located 7.2 km from Châteaurenard From 15 € to 30 € per person

La tour Avignon Traditional cuisine with a touch of originality, delights the eye and palate insured. At the heart of Avignon, La Tour said the Saunerie (place Costebelle), invites you to a little... Located 8.3 km from Châteaurenard From 15 € to 35 € per person

Lou mistralou Saint-Andiol A unique setting surrounded by green spaces typical Provencal. A place where calm and serenity. It was in this hotel and family restaurant that Gloria Jean-Luc Aubert welcome you. In... Located 8.8 km from Châteaurenard From 20 € to 45 € per person

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Mas des beaumes     9.6 Châteaurenard Open from April to September. Bed and Breakfast with swimming pool. A perfect place to escape in the heart of Provence, alternating rest and ballads. Starting point for the Camargue,... Located in Châteaurenard From 70 € to 90 € the double room

Bonheur et Caline     9.8 Avignon Close to downtown and the historic center of Avignon, the Maison de l'Arche, a beautiful house built in 1880, overlooks a beautiful garden, trees and flowers. Relax by the pool with... Located 8.3 km from Châteaurenard From 80 € to 115 € the double room

Chambre d'hôte climatisée en Provence     9.3 Caumont-sur-Durance Approved Gîtes de France Caumont Durance On a beautiful Provencal village with its Roman Garden, botanical trail near the Luberon Regional Park, near the antique shops in Isle-sur-la-Sorgue... Located 8.4 km from Châteaurenard 57 € the double room

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Le Mas de Mamé   9.5 Châteaurenard Very Nice Apartments in Farmhouse Owners, located at the limit of the Countryside, near Town and Shops, Pool protected to share, Large Garden, Parking, All Comfort. Located in Châteaurenard From 350 € to 650 € per week

Maison familiale piscine 10 km Avignon Châteaurenard A Chateaurenard, Provence, 10 km from St Rémy and the Alpilles and Avignon 10 km, we offer a family home with pool for your holiday in the heart of Provence with family or friends.... Located in Châteaurenard From 590 € to 1990 € per week

La Finière Châteaurenard Fully equipped apartment campaigning in the owners' farmhouse 1 km from the city center near Avignon, The beautiful of Provence, Saint-Remi deProvence. Located in Châteaurenard From 300 € to 400 € per week

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Camping Monplaisir     9.4   SPECIAL OFFER Saint-Rémy-de-Provence The campground is located Monplaisir 800 m northwest of the town of Saint Remy de Provence, the heart of the Parc Naturel Régional des Alpilles in the heart of the Provence-Alpes-Côte... Located 9.8 km from Châteaurenard From 15.50 € to 27.60 € per day

Les deux Rhône   Avignon Camping near the historic center of Avignon, ideal for exploring the papal city and Provence profound. Located 9.8 km from Châteaurenard 14.66 € per day

Camping Airotel La Sorguette     8.9 L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue We wish you a very pleasant stay in our open-air hotel, a heaven of peace and nature, on the banks of the Sorgue River. At our Campsite « La Sorguette » you will find that comfort and... Located 17.8 km from Châteaurenard From 17.50 € to 22.30 € per day

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Akena City Chateaurenard      8.3 Châteaurenard Located in Chateaurenard, Akena City Chateaurenard is just 12 km from Avignon town centre. It offers air-conditioned rooms with an LCD TV and free Wi-Fi. The simply decorated rooms... Located in Châteaurenard Room from 40 €

Auberge De Noves Domaine Du Deves      8.6 Noves Located in Noves, in 20-acres parkland, this guest house has a heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, and individually decorated rooms with Provencal style and antique furnishings. Each... Located 2.2 km from Châteaurenard Room from 195 €

Best Western Paradou Avignon      7.7 Avignon Best Western Paradou Avignon is set on open acres of natural space. It offers guestrooms with a private terrace overlooking the swimming pool or garden. All of the rooms are soundproofed... Located 4.1 km from Châteaurenard Room from 92 €

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