Discover Crestet, perched village near Vaison

A Roman and medieval village

To explore this authentic village, start by parking in the visitors’ car park at the bottom of the village and walk towards the medieval village, letting yourself be charmed by its pretty steep lanes.

As you continue on your way, you’ll pass the pretty covered washhouse, fed by the overflow from the fountain above. Continue your way to the church of Saint-Sauveur, partly troglodyte, which opens onto a picturesque square featuring a fountain with an octagonal basin dating from the 16th century.

Continue your ascent towards the castle, admiring the facades with Renaissance-style windows lining the alleyways. On the esplanade, the privately-owned medieval château stands majestically, restored by renowned French architect Roger Anger.

Don’t leave Crestet without taking in the magnificent panorama of les Dentelles de Montmirail and the mythical Mont Ventoux, which will take your breath away, from this highest point in the village.

For sports enthusiasts, take one of the hiking trails through the mountain and discover the sublime surrounding scenery.

©Village of Crestet in Autumn|VVTE-S.saada

VILLAGE SECRET

Have fun searching the streets of the village for sculptures by the artist Durieux: grimacing heads, a bishop and other whimsical evidence left by this contemporary artist who exhibited at the 1937 Universal Exhibition and lived in Crestet.

VILLAGE SECRET

Have fun searching the streets of the village for sculptures by the artist Durieux: grimacing heads, a bishop and other whimsical evidence left by this contemporary artist who exhibited at the 1937 Universal Exhibition and lived in Crestet.

Landmarks in the village :

Distance from Vaison-la-Romaine: 5.5 km.
433 inhabitants.
Fun discovery with the game Intrigue in the villages and the riddle of the missing Countess.
On the route of the Chemin des Chapelles n°4
Commune du Parc Naturel Régional du Mont Ventoux

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Don’t miss:
The chapel of the Annonciade, below the washhouse, dates back to 1545 and was restored in 2009 thanks to donations from the association “Les Amis du Crestet”. The murals that adorn it date from the 16th century.

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Crestet and Vaison-la-Romaine invite you on a journey back in time whereRoman heritage and Medieval charm mingle, revealing a rich and authentic heritage in the heart of a generous natural setting. Stay in characterful accommodation, sample local cuisine in friendly restaurants and discover their soul. On foot or by bike, follow the Vaison Ventoux Provence trails that wind between vineyards and hills and let yourself be surprised by this douceur de vivre. A varied calendar of activities and festivities enlivens these villages over the months and brings life to the squares, churches, gardens, exhibition halls…

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Discover Vaison-la-Romaine, a small town that is both Roman and medieval from Vaison Ventoux Provence, with its exceptional and authentic past. Let yourself be charmed by the unique atmosphere of these preserved places, where every cobbled alleyway and historic site invites you to a journey back in times. The Tourist Office also invites you to discover the partners located nearby, to enrich your stay and fully grasp the living spirit of this exceptional territory.