What to do in Sorgues
At the crossroads of Orange and Avignon, the town of Sorgues en Provence is full of charm and well worth a visit. Sorgues offers a wide range of family activities to help you enjoy your vacation in the Vaucluse. On foot, by bike or on the water, the choice is yours!
Discover the town on the Sorgues heritage trail. This stroll, which lasts around an hour, starts at the town hall and takes in a number of remains and residences. For two kilometers, you’ll see the paddlewheels that bear witness to the town’s industrial past, as well as the former homes of Braque and Picasso, opposite the town hall.
Information panels are set up along the way. Details of the route can be found on the town hall website (Parcours du patrimoine | Ville de Sorgues).
The park and garden of Château de Brantes in Sorgues are also worth a visit, especially the Florentine-inspired garden.
For a breath of fresh air, the Ile de l’Oiselay, just outside Sorgues, is ideal for hikes or bike rides on its many trails. This island of greenery is part of the Natura 2000 network for the preservation of the environment. The circuits are signposted, allowing you to discover a large number of animal and plant species on this exceptional site.
What to do in the Sorgues area
Less than 20 minutes by car from Sorgues, the city of Avignon is a must-see.
Stroll through its medieval streets as you please. You can admire the Palais des Papes and the Pont Saint-Bénézet, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. You’ll be able to see some beautiful Renaissance-style townhouses and take a gourmet break in one of the beautiful old squares along the way.
Also close to Sorgues, the town of Orange is well worth a visit. The “City of Princes” is home to 2 UNESCO World Heritage monuments: the Théâtre Antique and the Arc de Triomphe.
Lake Monteux, near Sorgues, is the ideal place to spend some family time at the water’s edge. This leisure center, where bathing is permitted, offers views of the famous Mont Ventoux.
For a cool break with the whole family, visit the Grottes de Thouzon, where temperatures of 13 degrees are guaranteed in all seasons! It’s the only natural cave in Provence to have been developed for tourism. During a 45-minute guided tour, discover astonishing yellow and gold stalactites and walk through the fossilized bed of an ancient underground river.
Where to stay at the Sorgues campsite?
The 4-star Avignon Parc campsite is ideally located for visiting the Vaucluse region. Close to Sorgues and located between the towns of Avignon and Orange, you can easily organize your tourist outings.
Why camping Avignon Parc near Sorgues?
Convenient for visiting the must-see sites of the Vaucluse region, the 4-star Avignon Parc campsite is set in magnificent Provencal countryside.
In the shade of hundred-year-old pines, in this verdant setting, you can choose to stay on one of the spacious bare pitches or in one of the top-of-the-range mobile homes.
For fun with family and friends, take advantage of the superb indoor heated water park. You’ll have a great time cooling off on the toboggans and swimming!
A kids’ club is also available, as are numerous activities and events (canoeing, kayaking, playgrounds, etc.).
With its superb view of the mythical Mont Ventoux, the 4-star Avignon Parc campsite is an ideal place to spend a nature vacation with the whole family. It’s also a great opportunity to discover the rich and vast heritage of the Vaucluse.