Barbentane
Provençal Charm
Barbentane is a charming Provençal village offering a picturesque setting with its narrow streets, stone houses, and 14th-century castle. Barbentane is also known for its pleasant landscapes and outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.
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5 Reasons to Visit Barbentane
Its castle, built in 1974, known as "the most Italian of Provençal castles."
Its ancient architecture and the numerous remains of the old village.
The Notre Dame des Grâces Church, with its entrance porch classified as a historical monument.
The "Maison des Chevaliers" and the "Maison de Ville."
Its proximity to several cities, including Avignon, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, and Arles.
Vacationing in Barbentane
If you’re looking for an authentic village, far from the hustle and bustle of the cities, you’ve found it. Get lost in the streets, take the time to breathe, and relax.
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Among the many remnants of Barbentane’s architecture, the two main gates are timeless witnesses of its medieval grandeur. The northern gate, or “Porte Calendale,” was built in 1302 in a typically Romanesque style. The portcullis, which could be lowered in case of attack, was removed in 1724. However, if you look up as you pass underneath, the grooves left by these so-called “Saracen” portcullises are still visible.
The southern gate, or “Porte du Séquier,” is also constructed in a Romanesque architectural style. Derived from the Provençal word “seca,” meaning “to dry,” the gate owes its name to the street behind it: during the summer heat, local farmers would lay parts of their harvest in this street to dry them, making them easier to preserve for the coming winter.
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Raindrops falling all around you? Take shelter inside this 12th-century church, whose 15th-century porch is classified as a historical monument. Built around 1178, the "Church of the Blessed Mary" was not the official parish church. It was Guillaume de Barbentane, the local lord, who had it built for his wife, within the courtyard of his castle, in case of a siege where he and his family would be forced to remain inside. Regularly expanded and later given a bell tower, the church was officially consecrated on November 21, 1407, when it was renamed "Notre Dame des Grâces," a name it still bears today.
Construite vers 1178, « l'église de la Bienheureuse Marie » n'était pas l'église officielle de la paroisse. C'est Guillaume de Barbentane, seigneur local, qui l'a fait construire pour son épouse, dans la cour de son castrum, au cas où un siège se produirait et que lui et sa famille seraient contraints de rester enfermés à l'intérieur. Régulièrement agrandie et dotée d'un clocher par la suite, l'église fut officiellement consacrée le 21 novembre 1407, date à laquelle elle fut rebaptisée "Notre Dame des Grâces", nom qu'elle porte encore aujourd'hui.
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Places to Visit in Barbentane
If you appreciate medieval architecture, you’re in for a treat! From its fortifications to its narrow streets and small houses, this village seems to have been transported through time!
Romantic Getaway
During your stay in Barbentane with your loved one, why not visit the Maison des Chevaliers? Built around 1133, it was the home of the Marquis of Barbentane before the construction of the château. With arcades and colonnades, a unique feature in Provence, the Maison des Chevaliers de Malte (its full name) is a true splendor. After the marquis’ family left, it was used for various administrative functions by the village, including as the Town Hall until 1888. The old village coat of arms is still visible above the door of the former town hall.
Vacation with Your Dog
The Massif de la Montagnette is a hilly landscape covered in pine forests. Spanning four communes with a total area of 4,000 hectares, 1,200 of which are within the territory of Barbentane, you will find all the space you need for your furry friend’s enjoyment. Hidden in the middle of these woods stands the proud Abbey of Saint-Michel de Frigolet, so named because of the thyme, called “ferigoule” in Provençal, which abounds in the surrounding hills. Still inhabited by monks, it is nevertheless possible to visit and even stay for a peaceful retreat if you wish (but not for more than 8 days)! In 1839, the Abbey was transformed into a boarding school that welcomed the young Frédéric Mistral (writer and poet, Nobel Prize in Literature) as well as one of his good friends, Alphonse Daudet, famous for his collection of short stories “Lettres de mon Moulin.” The abbey and its production of a unique liqueur even appear in the pages of his work, though slightly fictionalized.
Getting to Barbentane
Barbentane is served by the D77B.
To visit Provence, the airports in Marseille, Montpellier, and Nice are the most recommended.
The nearest TGV station is Avignon TGV.
Due to the mountainous region surrounding the village, a mountain bike will be the best choice for enjoying cycling in the area.
Nearby Towns to Barbentane
- Rognonas: Approximately 4 kilometers.
- Aramon: Approximately 5 kilometers.
- Graveson: Approximately 6 kilometers.
- Boulbon: Approximately 6 kilometers.
- Avignon: Approximately 7 kilometers.
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