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Things To Do
Browse a Provencal Market
Montelimar's Provencal markets are held every Wednesday (Place du Marché), Thursday (Place Saint Jean), Friday (Pracomtal), Saturday (Place de l'Europe, Place des Clercs and Place du marché) from 8am to 1pm. 15 Mins from Venue
Visit Grignan
Grignan is a medieval village of the southern Drôme in the Rhône-Alpes region, right in the heart of the Tricastin Plain. The village was built on a tiny hill of incomparable charm. Upon your arrival you will be overcome by the picture perfect scene that Grignan presents, highlighted by the shimmering colours of the light stone. The beautiful surrounding landscapes comprise prairies and scrubland, holm oaks and lavender, broom and shrubs all alternating with parcels of grapevines and truffle fields. 20 Mins from Venue
Visit Marsanne
Visiting the village of Marsanne means going back in time. Start with the “recent” part, built in the 19th century and comprising the town hall, the pyramid fountain and a church in a mix of different styles, then move on to the dignitaries houses and a castle, all from the 17th century. 20 Mins from Venue
Breathe in the scent of lavender fields
Rediscover the most emblematic plant of the Drôme Provencale and visit l'Essentiel de la Lavande cosmetics workshop where you will discover how the plants are harversted and distilled (by reservation only with a minimum of 4 people) 25 Mins from Venue
Visit Nyons
Taste Nyons olive oil, considered to be amongst the best in France! There are various mills (Moulins) that you can visit to taste. You can also have a walk among the olive groves: "Sentier de l'Olivier" starts in the center of the city. The lower part of the city has a distinctly holiday feel with lots of outdoor cafés and restaurants. The main square is at its most colorful on Thursday mornings when Nyons has its weekly market (Place du Docteur Bourdongle). 45 Mins from Venue
Châteauneuf du Pape
Enjoy a wine tasting at Château la Nerthe or Château Fortia! A delightful medieval village on the left bank of the River Rhone, Châteauneuf du Pape is best known for its wine but is also a charming village to explore. 45 Mins from Venue
Visit Avignon
The historic city of Avignon awes visitors with its stunning Unesco-listed Palais des Papes. The city is also known as a center of art and culture where visitors can enjoy the relaxing Provencal atmosphere as they explore the quaint streets, such as the Rue des Teinturiers 55 Mins from Venue
Visit Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
One of our favorite little towns! From picturesque riverside spots to one of France’s most popular antiques markets, l’Isle sur la Sorgue is one of those places in Provence that one has to see. A place for the lovers of beautiful objects, flea markets and art. 1 Hour from Venue