L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
La Grande Palud
L’Isle-sur-la-
Sorgue,
a historical town on the water
Famous for its many antiques dealers, Isle-sur-Sorgue charms visitors with its waterwheels, gently turning as the river flows by, its shady riverbanks, the perfect place for a stroll, and its Provençal market… A marriage between the Luberon art of living and the refreshing waters of the Sorgue, this little town appeals to aesthetes and lovers of cycling and walking alike.
L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, a riverside town
How pleasant it is to stroll down the narrow streets of Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, lulled by the gentle lapping of the water all around you… With each step, you will understand more and more why artists have fallen in love with this town: from its historical waterwheels to urban frescoes and creator-run workshops, here inspiration finds its source, flowing like the canals that give life to the town.
The waterwheels
Did you notice all 17 waterwheels dotted around the town? Acting as vestiges to the town’s industrial history, specifically in textiles, the waterwheels add a touch of poetry to every stroll.
An unmissable site for antique hunters
Do you love second-hand shops, antiques dealers, and hidden treasures? Then Isle-sur-la-Sorgue will be your paradise! Here the art of discovering hidden gems or giving new life to vintage objects is part of the soul of the town.
Explore the Île aux Brocantes, which brings together some forty antiques dealers, or dive into the Village des Antiquaires, an emblematic space that houses nearly 70 exhibitors – the oldest and largest in the town. It’s truly an unmissable experience for treasure hunters!
Isle-sur-la-Sorgue statistics
There are roughly 300 antiques dealers and second-hand shops in the town!
The markets of Isle-sur-la-Sorgue: a feast for the senses
Here, the market stalls are overflowing with sun-drenched fruits and vegetables, ripe cheeses and fine wines, making every visit a festival of flavour. Every Thursday and Sunday from 7am to 13pm, the market, considered one of the most beautiful in the region, livens the banks of the canals with its warm and colourful ambiance.
Don’t miss the floating market: a unique experience where traditional boats and flat-bottomed boats called “nego chins” transform your shopping experience into a poetic stroll. A spectacle that is as refined as it is enchanting, it's truly not to be missed.
Practicalities of visiting Isle-sur-Sorgue
Wondering where to find more information about visiting Isle-sur-Sorgue?
Isle-sur-la-Sorgue Tourism - +33(0)490 38 04 78
How to get there, and how to get around?
By train
From Isle-sur-la-Sorgue station, you can reach Avignon in 1 hour and Marseille in 2 hours
By bus
The Zou! network connects the town to the rest of the region via routes 906 (pdf | 568 KB), 914 (pdf | 556 KB), 913 (pdf | 752 KB), 920 (pdf | 920 KB) and 57 (pdf | 316 KB), stopping at ZI Petite Marine, Saint Véran, Robert Vasse, Lycée Alphonse Benoit, Cours Fernand Peyre and Intermarché
Where to park?
Free parking in the blue zone for up to 2 hours between 8.00 am and 8.00 pm, or all day in the orange zone (peripheral parking)
View the car park map ( fr | jpg | 15 ko)
Where can I charge my electric car?
At one of the charging points at accommodation providers’ premises or on public roads
3 “Easy Charge” fast-charging stations (fr | pdf | 2,5 Mo) are available in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Is there a car-sharing scheme?
Yes, the Communauté de Communes Pays des Sorgues Monts de Vaucluse (fr) subsidises carpooling via BlaBlaCar Daily
How can you explore L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue on foot?
The town is very easy to explore on foot.
Here is a map showing the walking times between the various points of interest in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (fr | pdf | 109 ko)
