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6 km from Gigondas, Travaillan, 7 km from Sablet, 8 km from Cairanne, Rasteau, Jonquières, 9 km from Sarrians, Beaumes de Venise, 12 km from Taulignan
Altitude : 91
Population : 15780
A calm and peaceful small town at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail, close to Vaison la Romaine, Orange and Carpentras. The river Ouvèze runs through it, and it is always refreshing to walk along its banks or to swim in its clear waters. The vineyards of Violès produce rich and generous wines, with the Appellation of Côtes du Rhône. Mid-July sees the annual Fête des Vins, during which the streets are adorned with the flags and colours of the Provence of old, and you can lose yourself in the traditional music and dances of the local bands and groups. During August, the Journée Vigneronne will transport you back in time, as you sample the local wines and discover the ancient customs of the region.
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What to see, what to visit : the church of Saint Pierre (seventeenth century), the chapel of Saint Pierre-de-Violès (twelfth century).
Available activities : walking and horse riding circuits, fishing.
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Provencal market : Wednesday mornings
Festivities : Fête des Croisières, on the second Sunday in June. Wine festival on the first Sunday in July, in conjunction with the saint's day feast (fête votive), with a Mass said in Provençal, a traditional procession with costumed participants and horses, the blessing of the year's wines, and wine tasting.
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