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Pertuis

Population : 18,078

Département of the Vaucluse


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22 km north of Aix en Provence via the D556

Due to its geographical situation, Pertuis has always been at the centre of communication between the sea and the mountains, which explains its name in Latin - pertus meaning the passage.

Pertuis is strategically situated between Marseille (50 km), Aix (22 km) and Avignon (80 km). It is a likeable town in the Luberon, and visitors will appreciate the quality of its environment.

You will be captivated by the narrow, colourful streets, and the old houses that have been so tastefully restored... Pertuis retains a special atmosphere created by the effect of the Mistral and the luminous quality of the light blending with the impressive architecture and historic past.

Historic sites to visit :

The house of Reine Jeanne.
The house of François I°, the "maison consulaire" .
The "vieil Etal" or old stall(11th century),
le couvent de l'oratoire de Jésus (1620).
St Nicolas church and organ.
Keep of the "château disparu", tour St Jacques.

Leisure activities :

Friday morning market in the town centre.
Wednesday and Saturday morning at the place Garcin.
Hiking, horse-riding and mountain biking.
Swimming pool, tennis, cinema and night-club.
Cultural events :
June : Corso fleuri. Horse sale.
May : Flower market. Festival de la BD and street theatre.

Accommodation :

1 Hotel. 3 Hotel-restaurants.
2 Camp sites, 1 at a farm.
Bed and breakfast. Gîtes.

Neighbouring villages :

La Tour d'Aigues (8km), La Bastidonne (7km), Ansouis (6km).

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