Villages to visit around Pujaut (5)

Dominated by the imposing Fort Saint-André, this charming medieval city faces Avignon, from which it can admire the Palais des Papes at all times, and enjoys a magnificent natural panorama of Mont Ventoux and the Alpilles. A city with an exceptional historical heritage and where it is good to stroll.

At the confluence of the Rhône and the Durance, the City of the Popes, in the department of Vaucluse, is famous for its ramparts, its historic center and for its bridge. It is also a dynamic city whose reputation is second to none, thanks to its prestigious Theater Festival!

Between Avignon and Orange, Châteauneuf-du-Pape spreads out at the foot of the remains of its fortress. Overlooking the plain of Comtat and its 3,000 hectares of vines, this village is practically entirely devoted to the famous wine "Châteauneuf du Pape" In the 14th century, on the initiative of John XXII, the Popes chose Chateauneuf to build their summer residence, and decided to plant a vineyard on the stony soils that surrounded their property.