9 images
The Top 9 Castles around Carpentras
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, …
Last updated: September 15, 2025
Vaison-la-Romaine is a town nestled in the heart of the Vaucluse region. It is renowned for its rich historical and cultural heritage, especially its ancient Roman roots.
The town is …
The town is …
Translated by Google •
Tip by
On the top of the hill are the remains of a castle built by the Counts of Toulouse at the end of the 12th century and heavily modified in the 14th, 15th and 16th centuries (Wikipedia).
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Sign up now to discover places like this
Get recommendations on the best single tracks, peaks, & plenty of other exciting outdoor places.
Sign up for free
Castle can also be visited. Nice trip, with a brochure in FR/EN/DU/NL you can wander through the castle yourself and learn about its long history. They also have a limited …
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Le Barroux is a medieval village perched on a natural limestone promontory. The village is built on an old "castrum" giving it this defensive aspect. Its position offers a panoramic …
Translated by Google •
Tip by
There used to be a castle and the settlement of Durban here. The chapel and other buildings are gradually being rebuilt with donations.
Between the chapel ruins and the remains …
Between the chapel ruins and the remains …
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Coming from Venasque you arrive at the bottom of this small village. It is worthwhile to walk around here, visit the castle if necessary and have a drink in the only bistro.
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Perched on its promontory, the old village of Cairanne offers lovely views of the vineyards of the Rhône valley. Among its heritage, the ramparts, the chapels and the old keep are worth noting.
Translated by Google •
Tip by
High-altitude facility with great views over the valley
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Great area to drive.
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Other adventures around Carpentras
Get inspired with the komoot mobile app
With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures around London and beyond.
Didn’t find what you were looking for?
Explore Carpentras’s best castles region by region:
Parc Naturel Régional Du Mont-VentouxEntrechauxMalaucèneEntraigues-Sur-La-SorguePuymérasGigondasCrestetVilledieuBeaumont-Du-VentouxSabletSaultRasteauVelleronBuissonLe BeaucetLafareVenasqueSaint-Marcellin-Lès-VaisonLa Roque-AlricPernes-Les-FontainesMonteuxSuzetteCairanneSarriansSaint-Roman-De-MalegardeMéthamisFauconSéguretSaint-Romain-En-ViennoisLa Roque-Sur-PernesLe BarrouxRoaixVaison-La-Romaine
Explore more
Looking for the best castles somewhere else? Discover other guides around Carpentras:
Get ready to conquer new peaks
Sign up for Free