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Le Crestet
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  This
charming little village lives up to its name. It is perched on a crest at
the northern edge of the Dentelles de Montmirail mountain range. Before
arriving at Crestet, you will be able to see the old village from afar,
proudly positioned along the crest facing Mont Ventoux.
To discover this picturesque medieval village at first-hand, leave the D938 and follow a small road (D76) that winds its way up the hill. Once you get to the village, leave your
car on the small square and continue
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The medieval château. |
your visit on foot through its
charming narrow climbing streets. On the other side of the small square
you will see the medieval château (12th century), former residence of
the bishops of Vaison-la-Romaine. In olden days when they were in conflict
with the Comtes de Toulouse, the bishops of Vaison would seek refuge
in this château when they were in danger. These days the château is
privately owned and not open to the public... But this little medieval
village has other treasures... You cannot miss the church of St Sauveur
(11th century) with houses huddled around it, as if for protection.
You
will also be able to visit the Stahly foundation, former residence of
sculptor François Stahly, (now owned by the Ministry for Culture) which
exhibits sculptures and contemporary art works in an original manner.
To get to it, visitors must take the GR footpath in the upper part of
the village. As if by magic an immense cube-shaped, white residence appears
through the trees of the forest. A trail through the forest enables visitors
to discover works of art spread among the trees. All year around artists
are invited to come here and work on their creations, which are then presented
on site during exhibitions.
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