Spending a holiday at Mont Ventoux during the summer means guaranteeing yourself a sensational stay full of activities. Whether you are a sports enthusiast or a nature lover, you will enjoy yourself in this idyllic place. It is a dream destination to get away from it all and recharge your batteries because it has a beautiful, exceptional natural setting. So let’s discover the different activities you can do in this region.
Beautiful walks and hikes
One of the first activities at Mont Ventoux is to explore the trails and circuits for a long walk and a beautiful discovery hike. Sports enthusiasts and the most expert will be able to enjoy the hikes at all levels. The advantage of this activity is that you have the opportunity to appreciate the spectacular view of the landscapes, such as the century-old oaks, the vineyards, the gorges, and all the exceptional heritage of the region.
A getaway to Mont-Serein
Mont Serein is undoubtedly an ideal place to have fun in the Mont Ventoux region. You will have the opportunity to participate in many activities, namely the treetop adventure course, the big jumps, the pony ride, and of course an exploration of nature.
Mountain bike circuits
You also have around fifteen marked routes for long bike rides. You can explore the vineyard roads, the Comtat-Venaissin wool roads or the Sault plateau. It’s a great opportunity to follow the ascent of Ventoux in stages, along routes suitable for all levels.
Bathing
Summer also means beautiful refreshing swims. There are many lakes to choose from, such as Lake Monteux, Lake Salettes or Lake Paty in Caromb. You can also access outdoor municipal swimming pools such as the Carpenters water sports stadium, the Beaumes-de-Venise swimming pool, the Bédoin swimming pool, the Viles sur Auzon swimming pool, or the Sault swimming pool.
Visits to natural sites
Better still, nature lovers will have the privilege of exploring the various natural sites of Vaucluse. You can admire the vineyards, the Gorges de l Nesque, the Fontaine de Vaucluse, or even the lavender fields, rich in color, with a very intoxicating scent. You can also contemplate the ochres of Provence, with their beautiful shades of yellow and red.
Activities at height
In summer, you have the opportunity to enjoy the best thrilling activities, such as climbing, paragliding, tree climbing and many other extreme sports at height. The activities are diverse and offer you unforgettable experiences.
Lake outings
You can further recharge your batteries and refresh yourself by opting for canoeing and kayaking trips on the lake. For this, the ideal place is the Sorgue which extends from the Fontaine de Vaucluse to Isle sur la Sorgues. Children and adults alike can enjoy this beautiful canoeing and kayaking trip on transparent waters, for a route of 8 km
