Wave Island is a water park in Monteux.
The TER train between Avignon and Carpentras serves Monteux railway station.
Nature
Lac de Monteux Provence is a recreational area that is open every day all year round.
At Lac de Monteux Provence, there is a free, publicly accessible walking trail through a 38-hectare landscaped park and reed bed.
The islands of Île d'Oiselet, Île de la Motte and Île de la Barthelasse are located in the vicinity of Monteux.
The Grotte de Thouzon cave is located near Monteux.
Culture
The Festival d’orgue de Monteux takes place in Monteux every year from the end of October to the beginning of November.
The tradition of Saint Gens has been maintained in Monteux for more than 800 years. The annual pilgrimage of Saint Gens leads from Monteux to the hermitage of Beaucet.
The Micro-Folie de Monteux is a digital museum that brings together more than one hundred works from twelve national institutions and museums.
The historic Hôtel-Dieu site is located in the immediate vicinity of Monteux. The Fontaine de la place de la République monument is located in the vicinity of Monteux.
The Musée-bibliothèque François-Pétrarque museum is located in the wider regional area around Monteux. The Palais des papes palace is also located in the wider regional area around Monteux.
History
The Tour Clémentine was the former keep of the Château de Monteux, which was built in the 12th century. It is the only structure to have survived the fire that destroyed the Château de Monteux in 1415.
The Porte Neuve in Monteux is a historic remnant of one of the northern city gates.
Those considering Monteux as a travel destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
