サン＝レスティテュットの洞窟・トップ10

This otherwise inconspicuous place is dominated by a Templar castle, which can be visited as a museum. There's a cafe/bar nearby for a break.

Beautiful castle on a mountain top, constant view of Mont Ventoux

Beautiful route, with beautiful historic buildings!

Dominating the Orange plain, this castle was once used to monitor the Roman road which led to Orange. It is part of a group which brings together the ruins of the castle and the Saint-Michel chapel.

The Château de Suze-la-Rousse is a 12th century medieval fortress with a 15th century Renaissance courtyard. It was transformed in the 16ᵉ then in the 18ᵉ century into a large residence in which it is possible to admire the paintings, stuccoes and plasterwork of the salons. The museography is dedicated to the history of the castle and to the world of vines and wine since it houses the University of Wine.

The history of this superb village with its narrow streets and numerous religious buildings is closely linked to the order of the Templars. The Commandery of Richerenches was founded in 1136 by the Templar brother Arnaud de Bedos. The Order of the Temple drained the surrounding marshes to practice horse breeding and the cultivation of wheat and vines. A fortified farm was built and then a chapel. This town in the Comtat Venaissin is rich in history.

The Château du Castellas is open to the public and invites you to linger.

More than 10km from Grignan, Roussas is an old fortified village, perched on top of a rocky peak. You can find the remains of the 12th century castle.