La Villasse

Vaison-la-Romaine, France

The Roman ruins of Vaison-la-Romaine are among some of the most important in France. Easily accessible, the two main sites that are open to the public - Puymin and La Villasse - can be found in the town centre. At la Villasse there is a Roman street leading to more baths, and the Maison au Buste d’Argent, an impressive villa with mosaic floors and its own baths.

Address

Chemin Couradou 7827F, Vaison-la-Romaine, France

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Details

Founded: 0-100 AD
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in France
Historical period: Roman Gaul (France)

More Information

www.vaison-la-romaine.com
www.avignon-et-provence.com

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

Interesting Sites Nearby

St Mary of the Assumption Cathedral (0,5 km)
Puymin (0,2 km)
Vaison-la-Romaine Roman Bridge (0,4 km)
Château de Vaison-la-Romaine (0,6 km)
Théâtre Antique (0,4 km)
Vaison-la-Romaine Cathedral (0,2 km)
Château d'Entrechaux (5,8 km)

Palais des Papes (38,6 km)
Avignon Cathedral (38,6 km)
Château des Baux (59,6 km)
Musée du Petit Palais (38,5 km)
Saint-Pierre Basilica (38,7 km)
Roman Theatre of Orange (24 km)
Château de Gordes (38,2 km)
Lapidary Museum (39,2 km)
Pont d'Avignon (38,5 km)

User Reviews

Anne Warland (4 years ago)

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david cluzel (4 years ago)
Magnificent boutique run by Julien, a very friendly host, passionate about restoration and making flea market and industrial-inspired furniture.

Kiki Line (4 years ago)
We had a very good time here. A lovely place with a lot of ambience. Everything was clean and we felt like home. The host is very friendly, funny and helpful. HIGHLY recommended! Merci et au revoir!

pierre Dusein (5 years ago)
Very warm welcome. Impeccable bedroom and living space. Kitchen area available. Very nice and good breakfast. A stopover to recommend.

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