Tower of Ferrande and Jewish Bath - Pernes les Fontaines - Office de Tourisme
Commonly known as the Pearl of the Comtat, Pernes-les-Fontaines is ideally located in the heart of Vaucluse, between Mont Ventoux and Luberon. This small Provencal town offers a pleasant living environment, with its forty fountains scattered between historic monuments and narrow streets with colorful facades. If you choose to make the trip to Pernes-les-Fontaines, make sure to take advantage of the events that take place throughout the year and several weekly markets!
La Tour Ferrande: in the heart of the historic centre of Pernes-les-Fontaines stands the Ferrande Tower, a true historical ‘comic strip’ as the frescoes tell us the story of the conquest of Sicily by Charles of Anjou - a unique way to learn about the Middle Ages.
The Mikvah (Jewish baths): Visit the Mikvah and uncover the fascinating story of the Pope’s Jews whilst discovering Judeo-Comtadin traditions and rituals, all set within the historic townhouse, l'hôtel de Cheylus.
Porte du Ventoux Tourisme
Place Gabriel Moutte
84210
Pernes-les-Fontaines
+33 490 61 31 04
bienvenue@porteduventoux.com
www.porteduventoux.com
Discovery tour of the city + old Jewish quarter and lounge of the Hôtel de Brancas
From towers to private mansions, alleys to small squares, fountains to wash houses, let yourself be guided through the beautiful heritage of the former capital of Comtat Venaissin. An overview of the most beautiful monuments of Pernes!
Be careful, these monuments have stairs that are sometimes narrow, which can constitute an obstacle for people who have difficulty moving (around ten steps for access to the Jewish Ritual Bath)
Horaires d'ouverture
The Pernes-les-Fontaines tourist office welcomes you,
From September to June:
Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (in June and September, Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.)
In July and August: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Réservation
Reservation required at the Porte du Ventoux tourist office in Pernes-les-Fontaines
Public price
Tarif unique : €3.00Price with the pass
Tarif unique : FreeGuided tour of the Ferrande Tower and the Clock Tower prisons
We no longer present the 12th century Ferrande Tower and its 13th century frescoes. But we invite you to come and discover it during a visit at the start of the evening with also the prisons of the Clock Tower, former castle of the Comtes de Toulouse as well as a beautiful panorama of Mont Ventoux from the 1st terrace!
Child rate:
€1.50 for 12-18 year olds, free for under 12 year olds
Horaires d'ouverture
The Pernes-les-Fontaines tourist office welcomes you, From September to June:
Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (in June and September,
Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.)
In July and August:
Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Réservation
Reservation required with the Porte du Ventoux Tourist Office on 04 90 61 31 04
Public price
Tarif unique : €3.00Price with the pass
Tarif unique : FreeJewish ritual bath - Summer guided tours Pernes-les-Fontaines
What can you do in Pernes-les-Fontaines on your own, with family or friends?
Children's rate
0 to 11 years free
12 to 18 years old 1.50 euros
Booking essential 00 33 (0)4 90 61 31 04
Visit a Mikvé!
Opening times
From June to September, at 10 a.m. every Tuesday.
Duration: 1 hour
Public price
Tarif unique : €3.00Price with the pass
Tarif unique : FreeTour Ferrande - Visites guidées d'été
Summer guided tours to do in Pernes-les-Fontaines!
Easily spotted, the Ferrande Tower is one of the monuments that dominates the historic center with its neighbor the Clock Tower. Built in the 12th century, this fairly austere structure contains some very surprising remains.
As you climb the steps, it reveals on the top floor, a true artistic gem, a perfectly preserved 360° fresco dating from the 13th century, telling the story of the conquest of Sicily by Charles of Anjou, Count of Provence, a unique place that will make your head spin!
Children's price
0 to 11 years old free
12 to 18 years old: 1.50 euros
Duration of the visit: approximately 1 hour
Horaires d'ouverture
Visits will take place at 9:30 a.m. only on the following days: on August the 20th and 27th, 2024 and on Septembre the 3rd, 13th, 17th and 24th.
Réservation
Reservation required. Please call 00 33 (0)4 90 61 31 04
Public price
Tarif unique : €3.00Price with the pass
Tarif unique : FreeBain juif-Tour Ferrande Visites Guidées d'été
Enjoy a complete guided tour: visit to the city + old Jewish quarter and the Jewish ritual baths + the Town Hall + the Ferrande Tower
Compulsory booking: 00 33 (0)4 90 61 31 04
Timetable:
June to September, 9:30 am, every Friday.
Duration: 2 hours
Public price
Tarif unique : €4.00Price with the pass
Tarif unique : FreeAccessibility
Access conditions
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The town is on the route of the Via Venaissia currently linking Orange to Velleron via Carpentras. -
- By road, coming from the North on the A7 motorway, take exit 23 "Avignon Nord".
- By road from the south, on the A7 motorway, take exit 25 "Cavaillon".