Things to see and do near the house
Activities and tourism in Provence from l’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Gordes, the beacon of the Lubéron
A must-see in the region !
Explore this village, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France! It stands guard over the valley and commands deep respect when viewed from afar.
Gordes is a village of dry-stone houses, typical of the Lubéron region, giving it an exceptional charm. You’ll love strolling through its cobbled streets, a great moment of Provençal poetry, a beauty you absolutely must see at least once!
Le Roussillon, a palace of ochre in the Lubéron
Magnificent walk !
Situated in the heart of Europe’s largest ochre deposit, Roussillon proclaims its mineral uniqueness with an astonishing palette of flamboyant colours. As you wander through its narrow streets and staircases, and contemplate its often simple yet naturally beautiful facades, you’ll admire the result of skills that go back more than a thousand years.
La Fontaine de Vaucluse
Typical village
An abyss of poetic and powerful waters.
Discover Fontaine de Vaucluse, an emblematic village in the Luberon. This is where the famous Sorgue spring gushes forth. Fontaine de Vaucluse gave its name to the department.
L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue market
Thursday and Sunday
This traditional market is held all year round in the town centre (except on 25 December and 1 January). It takes place from 6am to 2pm, mainly in the Place de la Liberté, Place Ferdinand Buisson, Rue Carnot, Rue de la République, Place Rose Goudard and on the town’s southern quays. Local produce will be on sale, including fruit, vegetables and olive oil, as well as textiles, decorative items, cheeses and accessories.
Kayaking down the Sorgue
A family activity !
You don’t need to be an expert to glide along the cool, clear waters of the Sorgue.
In the heart of a preserved ecosystem, the descent from Fontaine-de-Vaucluse to L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is a peaceful 8-kilometre walk for all the family, from late April to late October.