Vaison-la-Romaine

Vaison-la-Romaine, a small town on a human scale with a picturesque, authentic and timeless Provencal charm, invites you on a journey through time… From the cobbled streets of the medieval town to the Roman archaeological sites, every corner of Vaison-la-Romaine tells a captivating story and reveals a secret from the past.

Discover the timeless charm of Vaison-la-Romaine

Vaison-la-Romaine, listed as one ofFrance’s “Most Beautiful Detours“, is steeped in a rich history dating back to antiquity. A testament to its glorious past, the town is home to France’s largest archaeological park, with its two ancient sites: Puymin and Villasse. An immersion into the heart of both sites, both carefully preserved, offers a fascinating insight into Roman life. At the heart of the Puymin site is the ancient theater, a remarkable architectural treasure, and the Théo Desplans museum, where statues and everyday objects bear witness to 2,000 years of history…

The Roman bridge, with its majestic arches, spans the Ouvèze river, taking you from Roman to medieval times, with the Mont Ventoux as a backdrop.

Classified as a ‘Petite Cité de Caractère‘, the medieval town invites you to stroll through its cobbled streets, where the Place du Marché and its murmuring fountain create an enchanting atmosphere. The château comtal, the city’s highest point, stands serenely guard over the town. Boutiques and art galleries enhance your discovery in the heart of the Haute Ville.

Vaison-la-Romaine also boasts two cathedral churches:Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption in the heart of the town, with its sumptuous stained-glass windows by Kim En-joong, andNotre-Dame-de-Nazareth, situated at the foot of the ancient site of La Villasse, with its magnificent cloister for moments of quiet contemplation of such historic beauty.

Discover our medieval and Roman heritage

Vaison-la-Romaine discovery trail

Ancient sites

The medieval city

Discover hidden treasures through our picturesque villages

Explore the richness and diversity of 19 picturesque villages, each offering a unique blend of authentic charm, historic heritage and enchanting scenery. Discover these hidden treasures and let yourself be seduced by their peaceful, welcoming atmosphere.

All our villages

Here we are! Meet our local greats

The Giant of Provence, the ancient sites of Puymin and La Villasse… Not forgetting the Dentelles, the Toulourenc or the Baronnies. All these names are part of the great local attractions that you won’t want to miss. They’re all must-sees in terms of heritage, history and nature, and will delight sports enthusiasts, the curious and those who simply love the region!

Our neighbors And their good spots

Our neighbors have some good spots too! The Drôme Provençale and its lavender fields, the Ardèche and its Gorges, Orange and its choreographies… But also Avignon and its Palais des Papes, or the Lubéron and its regional nature park. There’s so much to do and see in our neighboring regions, and it’s the perfect complement to your stay with us.

Knocking on our neighbors' doors