//
Subprefecture and commune in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
Photo: Béa at French Wikipedia, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons
Carpentras is part of the historical and cultural entity of the Comtat Venaissin and in the French administrative department of Vaucluse. It is best seen during the weekly market that fills the old town on Friday mornings.
From the travel guide. Select a place for details, a map and what is nearby.
From the 14th century, this is the oldest synagogue in France. Visit by guided tour only.
This chapel took the name of "Our Lady of Health" following the 1629 plague.
Court house
Located next to the Saint Siffrein Cathedral, the building dates from 1640, and was built at the request of the Bishop Aleandre Bichi.
Built in the 15th century.
Has two storeys of arches and Italian loggias.
An example of 14th-century military architecture, 27 m high.
Construction began in 1720, lasted 14 years.
Old seed factory. It remains a rare example of the seed industry, which now has five such institutions in France.
One of the oldest monuments in Carpentras.
Visits are possible by reservation at the Tourism Office.
Former hospital, and location of truffle markets in winter.
Public library, one of the largest and oldest (1754) in France.
The summer series of arts events: "Fiesta Bodega", Night of Blues, Urban Trial, "Plein les mirettes" (festival shows for youth), Festival of Jewish music, "La cour des Belges" (funny shows from Belgium), "Les guinguettes de l'Auzon" (music and dansing along Auzon river), several tours by artists, concerts and plays.
independent cinema.
Auditorium, welcoming numerous tours of artists.
It’s a fun activity for kids.
Water stage in the sports complex of Carpentras.
Several annual horse racing, and also circuit karts.
Asian restaurant
also has a restaurant
Carpentras is a staple of its Provençal market on Friday morning. It is installed in many streets of the historic centre. In winter season, a truffle market is also organized. Free parking is set up near the municipal swimming pool, with a shuttle, also free, which connects the city centre from 07:30 to 14:30.
Direct sale from producer to consumer. The truffle season for melanosporum is from November to February. Carpentras hosts 2 markets on Friday morning, during this period: for professionals, at the Hôtel Dieu, and for individuals, near the tourist office. The end of spring and summer is the summer truffle season. Only the market for individuals, near the tourist office is proposed.
Agricultural market producers in the region: Fruits and vegetables, honey, plants, wines, etc.
It dates from the mid nineteenth century. Also known as "glass street", this walkway includes luxury clothing boutiques.
Specialities: Berlingot (French candy) and candied fruits.
By car
It is accessed from Avignon in the south-west by the D942 (fast track) Pernes-les-Fontaines south on the D938, Apt - Venasque and southeast by the D4, Mazan east by the D942, feet (south) of the Mont…
By bus
Several bus lines depart from Carpentras, to large areas of Vaucluse via the TransVaucluse network from the bus station area Terradou:
By train
A bus network in Carpentras connects to the neighbouring villages : bus network . A free parking shuttle is available, Friday for access to the weekly market on Friday.
Read in the guideChoose an airport to see hotels, stations, taxi ranks and car rental desks around it.
Avignon · Regional · AVN
Loading places around the airport…
Articles and travel topics about Carpentras and France.
Travel tipsUnderstand travel insurance for a Schengen visa in 2026. Learn mandatory €30,000 medical coverage, zero deductible rules, and embassy-approved policies.
7 min read
Travel tipsEstimate your Europe trip cost for 2 weeks in 2026. Compare realistic budgets for lodging, Eurail trains, dining, and sightseeing across three styles.
8 min read
Travel tipsSpot and avoid common tourist scams in Paris, including Montmartre string bracelets, petition clipboards, fake airport taxis, and metro fare traps.
9 min read
ItinerariesPlan the best day trips from Paris by train. Discover travel times, stations, fares, and tips for Versailles, Giverny, Reims, and Mont-Saint-Michel.
7 min read
Every section of the guide. Open one to read it in full.