A 100% sport and nature week in the Vaucluse Mountains

On the program: hiking, cycling, gastronomy and heritage. Recharge your batteries in the open air in the middle of the preserved nature of the Monts de Vaucluse!

Day 1: Discover the authentic village of Thor

To start this week, let's get started with a nice easy hike and discover the various points of interest in the village. The hill of Thouzon, the Notre-Dame-du-Lac church, the belfry, the banks of the Sorgue and the medieval castle of Thouzon. 1h30 of gentle hiking. In the afternoon, go and visit the Thouzon Caves, an authentic natural ecomuseum. (Closed in November and December).

Day 2: A day in Châteauneuf-de-Gadagne in the heart of the vineyards of the Côtes du Rhône

Rent your bikes and go to Châteauneuf-de-Gadagne for a beautiful ride between orchards and vineyards! A 6km bike ride (circuit number 12), very easy and without any difference in altitude. In the agricultural plain, “windbreak” cypress hedges, often oriented East-West, protect crops, the Mistral and also cyclists on a stroll.
In the afternoon, meet the Clément family from Domaine des Garriguettes! Managed in certified organic farming, this beautiful estate will offer you a tasting of AOC Côtes-du-Rhône wines in all three colors. A moment of sharing with the family who will be happy to teach you more about their organic farming and grapes grown biodynamically.

Day 3: The Source of La Sorgue in Fontaine-de-Vaucluse

Unmissable here, see the source of the Sorgue! First outburst in France through its flow of run-off water. Moreover, if you wish to attend a show offered by Mother Nature in Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, the preferred period will be in the first months of the year. This chasm, accessible on foot, along a shaded path is a stroll in the middle of nature, along the Sorgue! Do not miss Le Monde Souterrain to discover the research and various explorations of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse and also other speleological sites in a life-size setting. In the afternoon, head to the various boarding points for a canoe trip down the Sorgue!

For information, swimming is prohibited in La Sorgue in order to preserve the fauna and flora of this exceptional natural environment.

Day 4: The charming little village of Saumane-de-Vaucluse

Let's start the day with a few balls at the Saumane Golf Club! A practice training area open to all, which allows you to learn to play golf or improve. A way to play golf in all seasons! Then head to the Château de Sade de Saumane for the start of your hike. You will appreciate the remains of the past, built by man: calades, terraces, boeries, dry stone huts, troglodyte houses.

Day 5: Today, things are going on in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue!

Head over to TrujiBike to get the most out of it! You will meet Marine and Juan and be able to rent Truji-Trotts, an all-terrain mountain bike electric scooter!
Head to Cavaillon to do the Via Ferrata! Halfway between climbing and hiking, two loops will allow you to discover the natural environment of Saint Jacques Hill from a new angle. The various routes will allow you to discover cliff life, fauna, flora and heritage.

Day 6: In the water and in the air in the heart of the Vaucluse Mountains

On this 6th morning, we are taking you to Lagnes to discover the world of fishing! Trout or carp are available in Passionaquatic's two fishing lakes. Advice and rental equipment on site! The plus: you leave with trout from the Sorgue that you can enjoy at home.
The Passerelle des Cimes in Lagnes, a unique tree-climbing park in Provence! Dizzying bridges, zip lines, monkey bridges... Fill up on sensations and use your strengths to succeed in the course!

Day 7: L'Isle sur la Sorgue: Venice Comtadine

Enjoy this charming city by following the routes offered by the Tourist Office (heritage, nature or antique shops). Take advantage of being there to stroll along the docks... You may be lucky enough to see the Nego Chin* on the Sorgue! Encourage them!
Finally, let's end this week with a hike on the heights of Châteauneuf-de-Gadagne, you will have a great point of view on the various places you have discovered throughout the week.

*modest traditional boats from here. Nego (drowned) chin (dog) “drowned dog” means telling you stability.

Choose your accommodation

The ideal is to choose accommodation with the green key label, a label that aims to guarantee an effective environmental approach. This way, you will find a hotel, Le Cantosorgue and 2 campsites, La Sorguette and La Coutelière.
We also recommend the guest house Le Mas de La Sorgue in Thor, in the heart of the countryside and sensitive to nature.

If you come by bike, discover here the accommodations with the bike reception label.

For your meals, you can choose from the list of the various restaurants in the area!

Coming to L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue with soft mobility

Our destination encourages soft mobility travel! Come by train from Avignon TGV station or Marseille Provence Airport and travel by bus (or by bike, list of the various rental companies here). Once there! Here you will find all the information you need to organize your trips.

For more advice, do not hesitate to visit our various reception points or contact the Office.

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