Aubignan
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5 km from Carpentras, 6 km from Vacqueyras, 8 km from Monteux, Gigondas, 11 km from Sablet, Violès, 20 km from Orange, 25 km from Avignon GPS : Longitude : 5.026389 - Latitude : 44.09861 N An ancient fortified village, Aubignan is a must-see for history-lovers: it features remains of the town's ramparts and their gates, a wrought iron clock tower, the church of Saint Victor, the chapel Saint-Sixte, the ancient Hôtel Dieu (an early hospice). The mountain range of the Dentelles de Mirail is close by, with numerous trails and rock climbing spots. There are also a great many prestigious vineyards and domains in the vicinity : Beaumes de Venise, Gigondas, Vacqueyras, Cairanne, Châteauneuf du Pape… |
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What to see, what to visit: The Carpentras canal, the small lake of the Étang du Moulin Neuf, the Mont Ventoux. |
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Provencal market : Every Saturday morning. Festivities : Artisan and shopping fair in June. Flea market in August. Annual festival on the first Sunday following 14th July. Provençal bull running events during the second fortnight in July. |
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