Make a holiday rental house or self-catering villa in Venasque, France your home away from home

The scenic French village of Venasque is perched on top of a rocky outcrop in the Nesque valley, in the region of Vaucluse. It has been declared one of the 126 most beautiful villages in France and has impressive monuments and a fascinating history.

Things to do on holiday in Venasque, France

The historic, hilltop village has plenty of attractions to keep visitors to Venasque accommodation busy. Historic attractions include the impressive 9th century baptistery, the Notre Dame Roman church, St Siffrein chapel, the Priory of St. Pierre les Thermes and three Saracen Towers. From the top of the towers you can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape. There is also an 18th century fountain in the center of the village, which is a great place to rest before exploring the rest of the quaint village on foot.

The area that surrounds Venasque is perfect for walking holidays, hiking, climbing and horse riding. History lovers will enjoy exploring the ruins that surround the village as well as several beautiful old chapels in the countryside. The forests and farmlands also attract painters and artists who come to Venasque villas to make the most of the beautiful scenery and peaceful, laidback lifestyle.

In July visitors can enjoy art festivals and cultural events that include displays of local crafts such as pottery, sculptures and watercolours.

Places to visit on holiday in Venasque, France

There are dozens of quaint villages and picturesque towns nestled in the Vaucluse area around Venasque. Towns worth visiting include the market town of Apt, the small town of Orange, and the historic city of Avignon.

Rental apartments and villas in Venasque are well situated to take advantage of the villages location near the tourist meccas on the Cote d’Azur. At only 90km away, the sandy beaches, vibrant nightlife and festive atmosphere make the city of Marseille an excellent day trip.

Slightly further away are the beach resorts of Toulon and chic, luxurious St. Tropez, which are well worth a visit. The clear Mediterranean water is perfect for enjoying the endless variety of water sports offered here.

Weather in Venasque, France

The village of Venasque is blessed with a lovely Mediterranean climate. Temperatures in the summer months reach 30°C, perfect for enjoying an evening meal and watching the sun set from your self-catering villa in Venasque. Winters are short and mild. The best time of year to visit Venasque accommodation if you plan to enjoy lots of outdoor activities is the spring and autumn.

Flights to Venasque, France

Visitors to holiday apartments in Venasque can either fly to Nimes Airport (FNI), or Marseille Airport (MRS), which are both within driving distance of Venasque accommodation. Ryanair offers flights to Nimes, which is less than 60 minutes away from Venasque villas, from various airports in the UK. Marseille is less than 90 minutes away and is serviced by Ryanair, EasyJet and British Airways.