The Mont Ventoux, Giant of Provence
The majestic Mont Ventoux, nicknamed the "Giant of Provence", is located in the
department of Vaucluse, in the heart of the region of the same name. This imposing solitary mountain,
culminating at 1912 metres, is the first major elevation in the south-east of the Alps.
Legends and Challenges of Mont Ventoux
For centuries, Mont Ventoux has fascinated visitors, attracting intrepid explorers such as Petrarch, who was the
first to climb its slopes in the 14th century. Today, it is world-famous thanks to the Tour de
France cycle race, where its arduous ascent by bike is an emblematic challenge. There are three
routes up the mountain: via Bédoin on the southern side, via Malaucène to the
north and via Sault to the east.
From Mont Blanc to the Mediterranean Sea: breathtaking panorama
From the summit of Mont Ventoux, a breathtaking view awaits travellers on a clear day,
stretching from the majestic Mont Blanc in the north to the expanses of the Camargue and the Mediterranean Sea in the south. On its northern
slopes, the Mont Serein ski resort invites winter sports fans to hurtle down its snow-covered
slopes.
Nature Sanctuary and biodiversity treasures
Classified as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, Mont Ventoux is home to remarkable biodiversity,
with rare and well-preserved plant species. The Mont Ventoux Regional Nature Park was created
in 2020 to protect this exceptional natural and cultural heritage.
Scents and Flavors : AOC Ventoux vineyards
At the foot of this emblematic mountain lie the vineyards that produce the AOC "Ventoux",
offering mainly richly-flavoured red wines, but also delicate rosés and some exceptional white wines. Tasting
these wines at the foot of Mont Ventoux is a must for wine tourism enthusiasts in search of authentic
discoveries.
