Grignan

Ancient medieval fortress, castle Grignan has become the largest Renaissance sixteenth century castle in the region. Enlarged in the seventeenth, it hosted the centuries of illustrious guests like Madame de Sevigne and her daughter. Ranked Historic Monument, the site hosts since the late 1980s very popular night shows.

It also classified historic monument, the Cathedral Saint-Sauveur dates from the sixteenth century. Inside, you will discover the tomb of Madame de Sevigne, and an organ of the seventeenth century whose buffet is classified as an historic monument as an object.

Walking through the medieval village, you can enjoy all the built heritage with the Bailiff's house from the twelfth century, the Knitting door thirteenth century and remains of ancient walls, the oven or the remains of the covered street.

Do not miss the St. Vincent Chapel in the cemetery, the oldest monument Grignan. From early Romanesque style, it was built in the eleventh century. Grignan also has other notable buildings, including old mansions.

The Museum of Typography is an opportunity to learn more about this essential element in printing through very interesting collections.

• The market is held every Tuesday morning.
• The night markets are offered in summer.
• the end of March, up counter poets and his recitations.
• The Fiero at Country, Country Fair, taking place in May including a mowing contest with old, a funfair, a thematic exhibition and a show.
• Dedicated to books and literature in general, the correspondence the festival is held the first week of July with literary meetings, workshops and exhibitions.
• In July and August, Castle Grignan offers its nightly parties, with open-air theater.
• The Musical Evenings of Madame de Sevigne take place at the end of August with concerts.

• From 2 to 6 july 2024
• Le village
• 2024 theme : Letters from Heroes - Shows, meetings and readings of letters from famous people are on the program for this Festival. - Starting on Wednesday, an antiquarian book market will be held on the Place du Mail.

• On 19 july 2024
• Le village
• The "Marchés Nocturnes" evoke the arts and crafts, the flavour and the scent of Grignan.