Things to do in Mont Ventoux: the must-see sights

Area guide · Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · 4 places to discover

Nicknamed the "Giant of Provence", Mont Ventoux overlooks the Comtat Venaissin plain from its bare limestone summit, a famous Tour de France stage and a paradise for cyclists worldwide.

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The 4 must-see places in Mont Ventoux

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Summit of Mont Ventoux Must-see

A summit rising to 1,909 metres, recognisable by its observatory and lunar landscape of white stones, offering an exceptional panorama over Provence.

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Bédoin Must-see

A village at the foot of the Ventoux, the classic starting point for the legendary cycling climb, made famous by the Tour de France.

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Cycling Ascent of the Ventoux

A winding road climbing over 1,600 metres of elevation, considered one of the most difficult cycling ascents in the world.

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Lavender Fields of the Ventoux

Lavender plateaus in bloom in high season, at the foot of the massif, offering an iconic Provençal landscape in July.

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