Le Thor

Le Thor

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownLe ThorVelleron at 4.4 km (5 min)
Insee code84132Châteauneuf-de-Gadagne at 4.6 km (6 min)
Postcode84250L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue at 5.3 km (8 min)
Latitude43.9297210Jonquerettes at 6.4 km (9 min)
Longitude4.9947090Caumont-sur-Durance at 6.8 km (9 min)
AltitudeFrom 38 to 111 metersSaint-Saturnin-lès-Avignon at 7.1 km (10 min)
Surface35.53 km²Morières-lès-Avignon at 9.1 km (12 min)
Population7722 inhabitantsAlthen-des-Paluds at 9.6 km (11 min)
Density220 inhabitants/km²Vedène at 10.7 km (15 min)
Chief townAvignon (at 19.4 km, 26 min)Pernes-les-Fontaines at 11.1 km (12 min)
DepartmentVaucluseNoves at 11.5 km (15 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.
PHOTOS
Fortified priory hill Thouzon at Thor
 
Notre-Dame-du-Lac, a masterpiece of Provencal Romanesque
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WEATHER
Sunday 3 June
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Min. 14°C - Max. 32°C
Monday 4 June
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Min. 13°C - Max. 28°C
Tuesday 5 June
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Min. 13°C - Max. 25°C
RESTAURANTS 
Domaine de la Grange Neuve  
9
La Roque-sur-Pernes
Meals will be served accorded to the seasons in the garden, in the inner courtyard or in the dinning room with stone walls, a patined terracotta floor and a fireplace. Its open kitchen...
Located 10.6 km from Le ThorFrom 25 € to 35 € per person 
La fontaine
Cavaillon
Pizzeria grill, we also offer fried mussels, cheese and specialty formulas from 12.90 €. Restaurant located in the center of Cavaillon, parking in front, shaded terrace, air-conditioned...
Located 10.9 km from Le ThorFrom 15 € to 30 € 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 11.2 km from Le ThorFrom 20 € to 45 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
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 105 € to 125 € the double room 
La Grande Barthelière 4 épis gîtes de fr    
8.7
  SPECIAL OFFER
Le Thor
After a long driveway lined with cypresses, in the calm countryside, you see a majestic Bastide Provencal 18th century on its own wooded grounds of a plane over a century and Mediterranean...
Located in Le ThorFrom 85 € 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 5.3 km from Le Thor57 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Le jardin provencal  
9.3
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  SPECIAL OFFER
L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Villa rents on 145 m² large fenced yard, large living room, 3 bedrooms with. 1 bed of 160 and 140 in two bedding, kitchen. Very quiet. Is close to shopping. Fifteen minutes from Avignon...
Located 2.3 km from Le ThorFrom 500 € to 580 € per week 
L'Oustau de Famiho  
9.6
Châteauneuf-de-Gadagne
Conditioned cottage with pool located in a small Provençal village, the first floor above the home's owner. The situation of this cottage 10 km tourist city of Avignon (festival in...
Located 3.7 km from Le ThorFrom 380 € to 500 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
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 6.6 km from Le ThorFrom 17.50 € to 22.30 € per day 
Les deux Rhône  
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     
7.8
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 54 €
Mas De Cure Bourse     
7.4
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 4.2 km from Le ThorRoom from 100 €
Artishow    
9.4
L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
This B&B is situated in the picturesque village of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue just a 30-minute drive from Avignon. It features a shaded rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the village...
Located 4.6 km from Le ThorRoom from 24 €

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Located in the heart of Provence, the Kyriad Avignon Courtine is a 5-minute drive from Avignon town centre and train station....
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