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3 km from Montréal-les-Sources, 6 km from Cornillon-sur-l'Oule, 9 km from la Motte-Chalancon, 10 km from Sainte-Jalle, 26 km from Valréas
Altitude : 520 m
Population : 50
A small village perched atop a rock looking out over the gorges and the river Eygues, on the slopes of the Coucou mountain. Originally named Saint-Mary, a name derived from Saint Marius, the first abbot of the Bodon Abbey, which was founded in the fifth century and built on the rock of Saint-Laurent, 2 km from the village. The Abbey was destroyed during the Wars of Religion and nowadays its memory is preserved through a chapel dedicated to Saint Marius.
As you meander through its narrow streets with their many floral decorations, you can admire its old stone houses so typical of Provence. A climb up the steps leading to the cemetery at the top of the rock is well worth the effort for the entrancing panoramic views you will enjoy from there.
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What to see, what to visit : the ruins of the Abbey of Bodon (cloister portico, columns, Gothic style windows, sculptures). The chapel of Saint-Marius built during the seventeenth century, incorporating the ruined refectory. Rustic church. Fountain of Saint-May. The Gorges de l'Eygues, a narrow and winding mountain pass.
Available activities : walks, fishing. |
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Festivities : Saint's day feast (fête patronale) in August. Pilgrimage to the chapel of Saint-Marius during August. |
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