Venasque

Venasque

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownVenasqueSaint-Didier at 4.9 km (6 min)
Insee code84143Malemort-du-Comtat at 5.2 km (7 min)
Postcode84210Le Beaucet at 5.8 km (8 min)
Latitude43.9956410La Roque-sur-Pernes at 8.1 km (11 min)
Longitude5.1468460Blauvac at 10.1 km (12 min)
AltitudeFrom 137 to 639 metersMazan at 11 km (14 min)
Surface35.01 km²Mormoiron at 11.1 km (13 min)
Population1180 inhabitantsPernes-les-Fontaines at 11.2 km (13 min)
Density33 inhabitants/km²Méthamis at 11.3 km (14 min)
National labelsCarpentras at 12.6 km (16 min)
Chief townAvignon (at 39 km, 46 min)Saumane-de-Vaucluse at 13.7 km (18 min)
DepartmentVaucluseGordes at 15.1 km (17 min)
RegionProvence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Like a boat ready to leave, laid on the rock, Venasque is located in the Monts de Vaucluse.

In spring, cherry blossoms are beautiful in their whiteness or shine.

In summer you will, in addition to the singing cicadas, ever-changing landscape with a very special light.

In autumn the russet leaves of shimmering delight you.

In winter, the calm and coolness will be sunny by the laughter of children, but the onslaught of Mistral are daunting.

The ancient "Vindasca" (etymology Celtic-Ligurian meaning white rock - and by extension which is visible from afar) is visible from the plain of Carpentras. It's location on a rocky outcrop that Venasque its name.

Venasque gave its name to Venaissin County. Perhaps we should see in this "honor" the importance of the city in medieval times?

The history of Venasque could discover with its three main buildings: the walls, the church and the baptistery.


SIGHTSEEING

Come discover the Baptistery, one of the oldest religious buildings in France.

Its streets, fountains, historical tours, church ... Let yourself be charmed by this village.

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Venasque
MonumentsBaptistery of Venasque

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Exhibitions of paintings in the room Romanesque in July and August.

Summer market from mid-June to mid September.

Craft day in August (date to be determined).

Votive festival around August 15.

Christmas market on the second Sunday of December.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Cycle, mountain bike, tandem and electric bike hireNature and the outdoors22 €Velleron (10.2 km)
3-hole golf course with restaurantNature and the outdoorsFrom 2 € to 40 €Robion (17 km)
Air games, climbing and hikingSports sensations150 €Gigondas (22 km)
Lavender distillery in ProvenceCraftFrom 0 € to 5 €Apt (24 km)
Visit a lavender distilleryLocal flavoursFreeSault (25 km)

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PHOTOS
Hilltop village of Venasque
 
A street Venasque
A door in Venasque
 
Another street Venasque
Still Venasque
 
Another view of Venasque
Market summer from mid-June to mid-September
 
Christmas Market Venasque
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WEATHER
Monday 20 May
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Min. 5°C - Max. 18°C
Tuesday 21 May
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Min. 7°C - Max. 19°C
Wednesday 22 May
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RESTAURANTS 
Domaine de la Grange Neuve  
8.4
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 4 km from VenasqueFrom 25 € to 35 € per person 
Le Mas de la Bonoty  
8.8
Pernes-les-Fontaines
The chef offers an innovative blend of tradition and contemporary cuisine of Provence. It is a cuisine based on local ingredients of the season, all accompanied by a good selection...
Located 4.5 km from Venasque 
Les Palmiers  
7
Pernes-les-Fontaines
Scenery - The exotic atmosphere recreated by the Restaurant Les Palmiers be a breath of fresh air! Located within the camping les Fontaines, this little paradise in the shelter of palm...
Located 8.7 km from Venasque28 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Lis Amélié    
8.2
Pernes-les-Fontaines
Very nice room and breakfast room with terrace and private terrace. Bathroom wc. In a large wooded and fenced. Private parking. Luxury benefits.
Located 5.7 km from Venasque72 € the double room 
La Bastide du Rempart    
10
  SPECIAL OFFER
Méthamis
Located in a quiet and peaceful village typically of Provence, between Mont Ventoux and Gordes, La Bastide du Rempart, Mansion, offers 2 bedrooms and cozy, tastefully decorated. From...
Located 6.5 km from VenasqueFrom 90 € to 110 € 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 10.3 km from VenasqueFrom 85 € to 135 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Cerise en Provence  
8.7
Venasque
A Venasque in the countryside, surrounded by vineyards and cherry trees. D4 on the tourist route Carpentras Gordes. Lodging adjoining two other cottages. New construction Comfortable,...
Located in VenasqueFrom 410 € to 610 € per week 
Le clos de la Granette
Pernes-les-Fontaines
Apartment ground Valayans garden, hamlet of Pernes les FontainesApartment 2 rooms independent ground-garden 65 m² for 2 persons with swimming pool and parking, terrace, barbecue. Guaranteed...
Located 7 km from VenasqueFrom 300 € to 500 € per week 
La Calvinette  
9.3
  SPECIAL OFFER
Pernes-les-Fontaines
Gite character in residence of the terraced house of the owner. Completely renovated in 2005. Quiet and close to all amenities (banks, the press, bakery, butcher, doctors, pharmacies,...
Located 7.4 km from VenasqueFrom 360 € to 560 € 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 10.9 km from VenasqueFrom 17.50 € to 22.30 € per day 
Camping Le Pastory    
9.6
Bédoin
Herman and his team welcome you in Provence, surrounded by lavender fields and vineyards of Mont Ventoux, the Luberon. The campsite offers a superb view of the 'Mont Ventoux', 10 'from...
Located 15.5 km from Venasque 
Camping Domaine des Chênes Blancs    
9.4
  SPECIAL OFFER
Saint-Saturnin-lès-Apt
Located between the Mounts of Vaucluse and the Mounts of Luberon, our family and convivial camp-site invites you to discover the Natural reserve of Luberon under the sun and the colors...
Located 21 km from VenasqueFrom 15 € to 32 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hôtel La Garrigue     
7.6
Venasque
At Venasque, a village of vicinity of Mont Ventoux and Luberon considered as one of the prettiest villages in France, this 2-star hotel welcomes you in a warm atmosphere. The hotel...
Located in VenasqueRoom from 60 €
Coté Ventoux     
7.3
Saint-Didier
This hotel is located in the heart of the Provencal countryside, near St Didier village. It offers an outdoor swimming pool with fully furnished terrace and a tennis court. Each bright...
Located 3.9 km from VenasqueRoom from 83 €
Domaine De La Grange Neuve    
8
La Roque-sur-Pernes
Located in the heart of preserved nature park with views of Mont Ventoux, this hotel with outdoor pool is just 2 km away from La Roque-sur-Pernes. Domaine de la Grange Neuve features...
Located 4 km from VenasqueRoom from 71 €

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Vaucluse
Hôtel Cloitre Saint Louis Avignon
Set in central Avignon, a 10-minute walk from Palais des Papes , this 16th-century hotel offers an outdoor pool with a large...
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