Malaucène 9 km from Vaison-la-Romaine - Population: 2581 - 365 m above sea level
Situated at the foot of the Mont-Ventoux,
beside the river Toulourenc, it is the main gateway to the north
face of the mountain. To see and to visit: a Gothic church showing remains of fortifications, the homes and ramparts of the old city (16th and 18th century), the Clock Tower (1539), the 12th century Chapelle du Groseau and the source of the river Groseau. Suggested Activities: walks in the Malaucène forest, riding, rock climbing, hang-gliding and paragliding.