A rich and vibrant region to explore

The region surrounding Château de Varenne offers so much to see and do. Experience the colours and flavours of Provence by visiting the numerous Provencal markets, enjoying long lunches on a sleepy terrace or wander through fragrant lavender fields. Immerse yourself in its rich architectural and cultural heritage.

The best wine experience

The region is full of vineyards, so you will be spoilt for choice to taste wines from mythical appellations like Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côtes du Rhône or Tavel. Discover the vineyards, the wine production and the tasting via a self-guided visit or by organizing a guided tour. Contact our partners directly for information and reservations.

SAUVETERRE – in our village, approximately 3 minute drive from the Château or 10 minutes walk

  • Domaine des Bouzons
    domainedesbouzons.fr – 04 66 90 04 41
  • Château d’Aiguilhon
    chateau-aiguilhon.com – 06 24 68 25 90

CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE – 14 km, approximately 14 minutes driving from the Château

  • Domaine Mousset
    domainesmousset.com – 04 90 83 50 05
  • Château Mont Redon
    chateaumontredon.com – 04 90 83 72 75
  • Maison Brotte (Wine Museum)
    brotte.com – 04 90 83 59 44

TAVEL & LIRAC – 8 km, approximately 10 minutes driving

  • Château de Manissy
    chateau-de-manissy.com – 04 66 82 86 94
  • Château d’Aqueria
    aqueria.com – 04 66 50 04 56

VENTOUX, CAIRANNE, GIGONDAS – within 30 to 45 minutes driving

  • Château Pesquié
    chateaupesquie.com – 04 90 61 94 08
  • Domaine de Galuval
    galuval.com – 09 72 58 40 53
Wines and terrace view

Typical restaurants with unique flavours

You will be seduced by the diversity and selection of restaurants near Château de Varenne. Discover different types of cuisine in chic atmospheres with classic French culinary expertise.  Here is a selection of our favourite places.

IN SAUVETERRE – in our village

  • Bistronomic options :

IN PUJAUT – 5 km, 5 minutes driving from the Château

  • Gastronomic options :
    • Entre Vignes et Garrigue
      vigne-et-garrigue.com – 04 90 95 20 29

IN VILLENEUVE-LEZ-AVIGNON – 7 km, 7 minutes driving from the Château

  • Bistronomic options :
    • Flo’s restaurant
      Facebook – 04 90 48 56 43
    • La Petite Cuillère
      cuillere-et-annexe.com – 04 90 89 30 79
    • Maison Bronzini
      maisonbronzini.com – 04 90 25 45 59
    • L’Émulsion Villeneuve
      Facebook – 04 90 02 05 39
    • Table Orsini
      maisonorsini.com – 06 11 08 47 37

IN CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE – 10 km, approximately 10 minutes driving from the Château

  • Bistronomic options :
    • Le Verger des Papes
      vergerdespapes.com – 04 90 83 50 40
  • Gastronomic options :
    • La Mère Germaine
      lameregermaine-chateauneufdupape.fr – 04 90 22 78 34

IN AVIGNON – 14km, 15 minutes driving from the Château

  • Bistronomic options :
    • Carré du Palais
      carredupalais.fr – 04 65 00 01 01
    • L’essentiel
      restaurantlessentiel.com – 04 13 39 94 40
    • La Fourchette
      la-fourchette.net – 04 90 85 20 93
    • L’Épicerie
      Facebook – 04 90 82 74 22
  • Gastronomic options :
    • Sevin
      restaurantsevin.fr – 04 57 70 00 29
    • Pollen
      pollen-restaurant.fr – 04 86 34 93 74

Photo shoots at the Château

Professional photo shoots at the Château with our favourite Provence photographer, Claire Macintyre are available exclusively for guests. Take home the memories of your stay at the Château. Contact Claire directly for more information by emailing her at hello@clairemacintyre.com and visiting her website at www.clairemacintyre.com.

Not to be missed

Château de Varenne is located only a few kilometers from the famous City of the Popes – Avignon and near many cities and typical villages of the South of France. During your stay, don’t miss Palais des Papes and the bridge Saint Bénézet in Avignon. The highest ancient aqueduct bridge in world – The Pont du Gard is a wonder added with a visit to Uzés or Nîmes.  The Luberon is a must with the Abbaye de Sénanque and the many provencal markets.  For the more active, visit Mont Ventoux for its walks or bike rides. Explore Fontaine de Vaucluse, the Ochres du Roussillon, the classified village of Gordes, les Baux de Provence, Saint Rémy de Provence…

Many sports, cultural, nature and leisure activities are available within a few kilometers of the château.