Le Thor

Le Thor

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownLe Thor
Insee code84132
Postcode84250
Latitude43.9297210
Longitude4.9947090
AltitudeFrom 38 to 111 meters
Surface35.53 km²
Population8462 inhabitants
Density238 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townAvignon (at 19.4 km, 26 min)Velleron at 4.4 km (5 min)
DepartmentVaucluseChâteauneuf-de-Gadagne at 4.6 km (6 min)
RegionProvence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Located 15 km from Avignon and 4 km from Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Le Thor is a small quiet and authentic medieval village well known for its bell tower and the remains of walls.

The village is crossed by the Sorgue river, very quiet, which passes at the foot of Notre-Dame-du-Lac. Thouzon Castle is a 11th century former monastery overlooking the valley where madder was cultivated in large quantities for its root was extracted and where the famous red madder.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The church of Notre-Dame-du-Lac, a masterpiece of Romanesque Provence.
  • The fortified monastery of Thouzon.
  • The caves of Thouzon: a journey through time with the family: 60 million years in 45 minutes.
  • The museum Pierre Salinger.
  • The banks of the Sorgue, fishing and canoeing competitions.
  • The beautiful surrounding countryside and its many cultures.
Detailed information
TransportTrain station Le Thor
Information pointsTourist Office of Le Thor
Leisure centresCaves of Thouzon
MonumentsCastle of Thouzon,   Chapel Saint-Pierre de Thouzon,   Church Notre-Dame-du-Lac du Thor
Performance hallsAuditorium of Vaucluse Jean Moulin,   Le Sonograf

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Market in the village center: Wednesdays and Saturdays.
  • Medieval Festival at Castle Thouzon: 1st Sunday of June.
  • The flower carts.
  • Salon of Plastic Arts.
  • Garage sales.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Cycle, mountain bike, tandem and electric bike hireNature and the outdoors22 €Velleron (4.3 km)
3-hole golf course with restaurantNature and the outdoorsFrom 2 € to 40 €Robion (13.3 km)
Air games, climbing and hikingSports sensations150 €Gigondas (27 km)

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PHOTOS
Notre-Dame-du-Lac
 
La Sorgue
Former fortified priory on the hill Thouzon at Thor
 
Notre-Dame-du-Lac, a masterpiece of Romanesque Provence
Thouzon Hill
 
Notre-Dame-du- Lake
City Gate and Clock Tower
 
City Gate and Clock Tower
Former fountain near the church
 
Pont sur la Sorgue
La Sorgue
 
Notre-Dame-du- Lake
La Sorgue
  
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WEATHER
Saturday 25 May
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Min. 4°C - Max. 14°C
Sunday 26 May
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Min. 3°C - Max. 15°C
Monday 27 May
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Min. 9°C - Max. 15°C
RESTAURANTS 
Chez Udo  
8.3
  SPECIAL OFFER
Velleron
In a very personal, warm between the fireplace and old library, the journalist and writer Udo Philipp thirty welcomes gourmets who enjoy cooking author and artist. On sunny days you...
Located 4 km from Le Thor 
Le Jardin du Quai  
8.7
Fontaine-de-Vaucluse
Located in Isle-sur-Sorgue, Le Jardin du Quai welcomes you in a friendly atmosphere where gastronomy is synonymous with hospitality and simplicity. Simplicity, is found in the plate:...
Located 4.4 km from Le Thor50 € per person 
L'Arbre aux Thés  
8.8
  SPECIAL OFFER
L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
The Tree Teas is located in the beautiful village of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, in the heart of Provence. Amelia and Eric offer a gastronomic break that will take you in one place. In the...
Located 4.6 km from Le Thor15 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Mas cantarelles  
Le Thor
In a former silk in the country and near the city, Catherine and Jacques welcome you to enjoy a pleasant stay in a park closed and trees of 4 000 m ² with multiple species. Its 4 bedrooms...
Located in Le ThorFrom 85 € to 115 € the double room 
Villa Velleron - 3 épis Charmance    
9
Velleron
Prestigious villa at the heart of a provençal village; quiet; swimming pool; ample terraces; garden enclosed by ancient walls; closed garage; children welcome; around the corner from...
Located 4.1 km from Le ThorFrom 85 € to 135 € 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 5.3 km from Le ThorFrom 60 € to 70 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Le jardin provencal  
9.4
Le Thor
Duplex of 65 m² in farmhouse of Provence, garden raised and flowered of vain 5000 m². Interior entirely equipped, kitchen and stay rez some of roadway, 2 rooms and room of water on...
Located in Le ThorFrom 500 € to 700 € per week 
Loue villa en provence
L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Rent Villa 145 sqm on large fenced, large living room, 4 bedrooms. 1 bed in 160 and 140 three bedding, kitchen. Very quiet. Close to shops. Fifteen minutes from Avignon (Festival) and...
Located 2.3 km from Le ThorFrom 500 € to 590 € per week 
L'Oustau de Famiho  
9.8
  SPECIAL OFFER
Châteauneuf-de-Gadagne
Conditioned cottage with pool located in a small Provençal village between Avignon and Isle sur la Sorgue. This furnished accommodation, rated 2 stars by the Prefecture in 2011 is on...
Located 3.7 km from Le ThorFrom 380 € to 520 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping Airotel La Sorguette    
8.6
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 6.6 km from Le ThorFrom 17.50 € to 22.30 € per day 
Les deux Rhône    
8.8
Avignon
Camping near the historic center of Avignon, ideal for exploring the papal city and Provence profound.
Located 14.6 km from Le Thor14.66 € per day 
L'Art de Vivre    
8.5
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Situated near to the banks of the River Rhone, high in the Vaucluse, neighbouring the Drome, the Gard. And the Ardeche, camping “L'Art de Vivre” have over 90 shaded enclosures on o...
Located 19.2 km from Le ThorFrom 14 € to 19.50 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hôtel Saint Louis     
7.9
Le Thor
This air-conditioned hotel with an outdoor swimming pool is located in Le Thor, 1.7 km from the TER train station. It features a garden and free Wi-Fi is provided in each room. Some...
Located in Le ThorRoom from 56 €
Bastide Rose    
9.6
Le Thor
Set in a restored mill by the Sorgue River, this guest house is 2 km from Le Thor in the Provence region. It is surrounded by a garden with several terraces and an outdoor swimming...
Located in Le ThorRoom from 150 €
Mas De Cure Bourse     
7.3
L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
This 18th century postal service inn is located in the countryside, in the heart of orchards, a few steps away from l'Isle sur la Sorgue. You will enjoy the quiet and relaxing setting...
Located 4.4 km from Le ThorRoom from 75 €

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