Region - Les Convenents gîte chambres d'hôtes in Uchaux near Orange in Provence

To the east, the village of Rochegude with its chateau dominating the village is well worth a look.

If you enjoy walking, the Massif d'Uchaux has well marked GR paths - this French web site gives maps and recommended guidebooks.

http://rando84.free.fr/Sentiers.html

The fine wines of the Côtes du Rhône are a world to discover. Between Orange and Avignon several well-signposted routes are there for you to explore. We can provide maps for you.

La route de la Drôme provençale (205 km from Bollène to Nyons)
La route des Dentelles de Montmirail (145 km from Orange to Beaumes de Venise).
La route de l'Ardèche à la Cèze (170 km from Laudun to Bourg St Andréol)
La route des Papes (60 km from Avignon to Orange).

The Tuesday morning market of Vaison la Romaine is worth a special visit!

For music lovers, tickets can be arranged for open air concerts and opera (summer months only). Taxis can be arranged. Events include:

Liszt en Provence - piano concerts at Chateau St Estéve
Opera and Chorégies d'Orange

The historic cities of Avignon and Orange are within easy driving distance.

Allow a morning to visit the Palais des Papes and the famous Pont St Benezet, in Avignon, follow with lunch at one of the many excellent restaurants and explore its shops, markets, museums and art galleries in the afternoon.

Orange has many Roman remains, including the huge theatre - which is still used for concerts and other events. The streets of the old town hold many charming restaurants and small shops.