Provence Solex Tour: Discover French Countryside
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Beaumes-de-Venise
Experience the charm of Provence on a guided tour in a vintage Solex motorized bike. Explore the picturesque countryside, vineyards, and enjoy a wine tasting in Vaucluse.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Dentelles de Montmirail - Departing from the village of Beaumes-de-Venise, we’ll enjoy magnificent views of the Dentelles de Montmirail, the region’s iconic limestone rock.
- Mont Ventoux - We’ll also have the chance to admire the 1910-meter-high Mont Ventoux.
- Chemin des Bernardins - We’ll take the Chemin des Bernardins, through vineyards of Muscat and olive, the region’s two most important crops.
- Le Jardin Medieval de Notre Dame d’Aubune - Just a few kilometers from the village of Beaumes, you’ll find a lovely chapel and a beautiful medieval garden.
- Xavier Vignon - La Boutique - Du Beaumes au Coeur - - We’ll end the tour with a wine tasting, particularly of Muscat, at the Xavier Vignon cellar in the heart of the village.
What's Included
- Wine tasting in the cellar after the tour
- Helmets are supplied
- Using the Solex during the tour
Additional Information
You’ll have a unique opportunity in Vaucluse to discover a mythical French vehicle from the 60s: the Solex!\nOur region’s small, paved roads make for great rides at speeds of up to 25 kph.\nThe slow pace of this moped is ideal for taking your time and enjoying the Provencal countryside, between the Dentelles de Montmirail and Mont Ventoux.\n\nThe tour starts in the village of Beaumes-de-Venise.\nWe’ll wind our way through the Muscat vines, a local specialty.\nWe’ll pause to enjoy the scenery and talk about the history of the area.\nThe tour ends with a wine tasting in a village cellar.
- You need to be 18 minimum.
- If you’re born after 01/01/1988, you need a driving license.
- From 2 persons.
- 4 persons max.
- The maximum weight is 105 kgs to use the Solex.
Location
Beaumes-de-venise parking
Place du Marché
The "Place du Marché" is a large parking lot where you can park for free.
The meeting point is located in this parking lot, between the "pharmacie des Dentelles" and the Ventoux Provence tourism office.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Barbaraz1304
May 7, 2024
Recommended! - Very nice excursion with a friendly guide. Surprising places via small roads with beautiful panoramas. Then enjoyed a wine tasting
Recommended!
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Irisgx6308nm
Apr 17, 2024
Definately recommend! - The landscape was so beautiful and the guide was very helpful and kind. He really tries to make it the best experience possible. It was absolutely worth the travel all the way to get there!
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Estellec760
Apr 2, 2024
A timeless moment in Beaumes de Venise - Great ride thanks to Clément's experience. Solex ride organized with company employees! Departure from the center of Beaumes de Venise towards the marvelous landscapes in the heart of the vineyard... View of the Dentelles de Montmirail and return for a wine tasting at the Xavier VIGNON estate. The best! to test !
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Marionsoard
Jan 31, 2024
Wine and Vintage! - An original activity which allows you to take a lovely 2-wheel ride to discover the village and vineyards of Beaumes de Venise, as well as to taste the region's wines.
The landscapes are magnificent, Clément is an excellent guide and the vintages presented at the Xavier Vignon cellar are sublime!
I highly recommend !
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299muriels
Nov 25, 2023
Discovery of solex in Provence. - Magnificent experience during the 2023 summer holidays. Solex ride through magnificent Provençal landscapes. A top guide to accompany us. So delighted that we contacted Clément again for a second walk in November 2023. Absolutely worth discovering.
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