Bédoin, commune in Vaucluse, France
Bédoin is a small village at the foot of Mont Ventoux in Vaucluse, spreading over a hill called Saint-Antonin. It consists of narrow medieval streets, traditional stone houses, a church built between 1708 and 1736, and several fountains that shape the village landscape.
Bédoin was a center of winemaking and its name is traditionally derived from a Germanic word meaning cradle of wine. The village suffered greatly during the French Revolution, leading to a monument erected in 1795 to honor residents who lost their lives.
Bédoin preserves rural Provençal traditions that visitors experience in its narrow streets and at the weekly Monday morning market. The village reflects its residents' connection to winemaking, local products, and festivals that celebrate regional crafts and food.
The village is easy to explore on foot with clear signs and information boards throughout. It offers a tourist information center, guided tours, facilities for campers, and various local shops, a leisure center, and exhibition spaces.
The area is home to one of France's largest forested regions, stretching from the village up to the Mont Ventoux summit and hosting diverse plant and animal life. Nearby, distinctive rock formations called Demoiselles Coiffées stand out for their surreal shapes created by erosion.
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