Loriol du Comtat is a peaceful
little village just a stone's throw away from Carpentras and about
20 min from Avignon. Loriol is located in an agricultural plain
surrounded by vast vine fields that produce the famous Chateauneuf
du Pape wine. There are châteaux and beautiful residences spread
through this lovely green countryside.
As you get closer to the village
you will notice a few more recently built detached houses on the
outskirts. In the distance you will see the bell tower of the Romanesque
church. The centre of the village is fairly small, so you can't
miss the large terrace of the café opposite a pleasantly shaded
little square. The Romanesque church is beautiful. It simultaneously
overlooks and is in the centre of the village. Go right up to its
door and you will have a beautiful view of the plain surrounding
Loriol.

You will also be able to have
a stroll in the gardens just below the village hall. Next to it,
on the boulodrome, you will be able to watch the games of boules
that bring together a few friends from the village ...you may not
understand all that is going on but it can be an enjoyable experience.
You will hear a few phrases in Provencal, a few "galéjades" (tall
tales) and some local expressions ...getting to know Provence from
the inside.
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