About fifteen kilometres from Mas des Poules, discover the Dentelles de Montmirail massif. It is renowned for climbing, hiking and its exceptional wines. Amateur or expert climbers enjoy the effort on the steep walls and also enjoy the panorama. Hikers will also find plenty to do with the three parallel mountain ranges.Famous territory of the Beaumes de Venise wines, Vacqueyras and Gigondas!

Exceptional archaeological sites, a remarkable medieval heritage, an astonishing cultural vitality, an environment conducive to nature activities... Vaison-la-Romaine offers many possibilities for individual or family leisure activities for your holidays.

To the south-east of Montélimar, close to the Enclave des Papes and about twenty kilometres from the Mas des Poules, Grignan and its imposing castle cultivate, in a landscape of vines and lavender, the flavours of the Provençal Drôme and the literary heritage of Madame de Sévigné.

Plan a whole day to visit the city whose ramparts contain many wonders. The Palace of the Popes, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Pont d'Avignon where you can dance, the Jardin des Doms to recharge your batteries and take a refreshing break...

And, if you have time, visit Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, a medieval village with its imposing fort, a masterpiece of military architecture offering a breathtaking view of the Mont Ventoux, the Alpilles and the Luberon.

At the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail massif, dominating the Rhône valley in a landscape of vines, Séguret is dominated by the tower of its ancient medieval castle. On a signposted tour of the village, you will discover the Reynier gate, a vestige of the fortifications, the Mascarons fountain, the washhouse and the belfry as well as the Romanesque church of Saint-Denis...It is 20 minutes from Mas des Poules and is a diversion not to be missed!

City of art and history, Orange shines with its exceptional historical heritage.As soon as you enter the city, you will find yourself in the heart of Roman civilisation. The Arc de Triomphe stands majestically and a little further on, the famous Ancient Theatre, built at the beginning of the Christian era, the only Roman theatre in Europe to have preserved its stage wall. Even today, many cultural events are held here.You can also wander through the narrow and charming streets of the old town. The heart of Orange resembles a large Provencal village, with its renovated facades and small old squares...

The black olive of Nyons, "la Tanche", has had a protected designation of origin (PDO) since 1994.It is very popular with its nutty, artichoke-like taste. The black olive of Nyons is harvested in November and then pressed in the oil mills.Tasting them as an aperitif or in tapenade is a delight.

Rasteau, Cairanne, Vaqueyras, Gigondas, Beaumes de Venise, Vinsobres, Chateauneuf du Pape, wines with magical names... Carignan, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Syrah, the grape varieties of the hot and dry lands of the south...Sunny hillsides, fragrant garrigue, wild rivers, the terroirs of the southern Rhône conceal many riches. Wines, vineyards and winemakers invite you to an unforgettable journey. 

In June and July, the lavender fields are in full bloom and compete in beauty with the golden-coloured and heady-scented broom.Take advantage of a stay with us to go for a walk in the heart of the lavender fields and visit a distillery...