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Vaison la Romaine

Jewel of Roman Provence as its name indicates, 27km northeast of Orange, in the Department of Vaucluse, Vaison la Romaine is a must to visit in the Haut Vaucluse. The city, higtily interesting from an archeological point of view, is surrounded by the river Ouveze. On the right bank are two different quarters: the site of the ancient Roman colony and the modern town. Archeological digs have revealed immense, luxurious, and elaborate Gallo Roman homes. There were floors in mosaics, marble, marquetry, and statues, ponds, atriums, and private thermal baths, all showing life in Roman times. One learns that every day life was already very refined and that the Romans attached
great importance to artistic creation.
A detailed plan ot the digs of Puyman and Villasse can be procured at the Tourist Office.
On the left bank on top of a rocky spur is the Haute-Ville, originating in the 13thc. In Medieval times the villagers settled in the heights at the foot of the castle to protect themselves from robbers and invasion.
Today the castle is in ruins, but Haute-Ville is a picturesque spot to visit. There are little shady squares, ancient doorways, and narrow cobbled streets dotted with superb fountains or lined by the fagades of 16th and 18thc. mansions.
Even if the climb to the top of Haute-Ville seems too steep, you will be rewarded for your efforts by the wonderful view of Vaison and its surroundings.
Here, in the sumptuous decor of Mont Ventoux, and the famous mountains Dentelles de Montmirail, one can journey through 20 centuries of the life of Comtat Venaison and Provence!

Camping du Théâtre Romain

This Camping site is a **** (four Star). So you can be shure to have Animations and a swimmingpool. The Prices can can be much higher during high Season. I think they will also have cottages to rent. So if you're not planning to be there during August you might find a hard topped roof to sleep under.

Address Quartier des Arts, Chemin du Brusquet, 84110 Vaiso
Phone Tel : +33 490 28 78 66 Fax : +33 490 28 78 76
Single Room from 10,- Euro
Double Room from 10,- Euro

Camping Carpe Diem

Camping Carpe Diem really is a Camping Club(***). During high Season they have Animations and Partys. The Staff at the Reception speaks english. I got a perfekt place far away from the other tents and with beautyful view on Mont Ventoux. But I was on my own and the Site was "complet". But if you want to see dutch people dancing YMCA, thats the right place (in August). They offer also small cottages.

Address Route de Saint Marcellin, Quartier La Roussette, 8
Phone Tel : +33 490 36 02 02 Fax +33 490 36 36 90
Single Room from 10,- Euro
Double Room from 10,- Euro