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Cavaillon
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Cavaillon (Vaucluse, France)
Cavaillon, located at the foot of the Luberon massif, is a Provençal town known for its agriculture and heritage. Its medieval history is still visible in the old town, while the fertile plain around the town feeds orchards and market gardening. A stopping point between Avignon and the Luberon villages, Cavaillon offers a practical halt for those who want to discover rural Provence. The atmosphere mixes a lively market, narrow streets and views of wooded hills.
Heritage and history
The historic core preserves medieval and religious remains that testify to the town's local importance over the centuries. The Cathedral of Our Lady and Saint Véran dominates the center and illustrates the region's Romanesque and Gothic architecture. There are also traces of a former Jewish quarter, recalling the town's cultural diversity through the ages.
Nature and landscapes
Cavaillon serves as a gateway to the Luberon Regional Natural Park: calcareous-clayey hills, garrigue and wooded slopes shape the landscape. Nearby walks offer views over the Durance plain and the perched villages of the massif. Fruit tree and olive crops punctuate the surrounding countryside.
Markets and gastronomy
The weekly market is a local meeting point where vegetables, herbs and Provençal products abound. The town is famous for the Cavaillon melon, an emblematic fruit found on stalls in season. Restaurants and small grocers highlight local products and simple regional recipes.
Atmosphere and access
A human-scale town, Cavaillon combines commercial life with Provençal calm. Avignon is a short distance by car or train, which facilitates excursions. The town welcomes tourists and residents in a relaxed atmosphere, especially after the market stalls close.
Not to be missed
- Cathedral of Our Lady and Saint Véran — religious building in the heart of the historic center.
- Cavaillon Market (mainly Friday) — stalls of local products and melons.
- Cavaillon melon — a regional fruit specialty to enjoy in season.
- Old Jewish quarter and synagogue — witnesses to the local community history.
- Luberon Regional Natural Park — hikes and Provençal landscapes nearby.
