L'Isle sur la Sorgue French brocante and the City of Avignon
Avignon, Palais des Papes, Provençal food market & L'Isle sur la Sorgue french brocante and all things antique on the canals of the river Sorgue. Just 30 kilometers from Avignon, L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is a delightful riverside town, nicknamed the Comtadine Venice, it leaves a lasting impression when you visit as it's lively all year round. Renowned for its antiques, it is a paradise for bargain hunters and thanks to its vibrant markets, also a haven for food lovers. This ancient town surrounded by a moat of flowing water dates from the 12th century when fishermen built huts on stilts above what was then a marsh. By the 18th century canals lined with 70 giant wheels powered silk factories & paper mills, you'll see them as you walk around the town. Today L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is home to antiques villages housing over 300 dealers - a really great way to begin exploring the region. Avignon enjoy a walking tour of the old town, tiny medieval streets discover its secrets & historic monuments.