Enjoy the atmosphere worthy of a Prince under the sky of Provence.
This magnificent 12th century fortress, once the summer residence of the Marquis de Rochegude, towers majestically above the Côtes-du-Rhône.
Its sumptuously furnished air-conditioned rooms offer superb views on the vineyards. Unwind in the green haven of its 25-acre park, recline by the pool or enjoy a tennis game. Delicious meals, served in the medieval armoury, are enhanced by the finest regional wines.
The Château de Rochegude is a 4-star deluxe hotel (France's highest rating) with 25 rooms including a suite and an apartment and a highly regarded gourmet restaurant comfortably seating 70 persons and 100 for banquets. It is founding member of the Châteaux & Hôtels de France chain, often called the most beautiful hotel chain in the world.
The Château main buildings date from the 17th century and surround the ruins of a 12th century tower. Its 10 hectare (25 acre) private park contains a heated swimming pool, tennis court, gardens and jogging paths. The Château provides its guests with the highest level in modern comfort while retaining the distinctions of its historic past.
Local Attractions :
• Routes des Vins des Côtes du Rhône (1 Mile) - Rochegude est une halte sur cette fameuse Routes de Vins qui ensuite continue sur les vignobles de Gigondas, Vacqueyras, Beaumes de Venise et Châteauneuf du Pape...
• Orange (15 Miles) - Orange, célèbre cité romaine connu pour son arc de triomphe et son théâtre antique dans lequel se déroule chaque année des concerts et les Chorégies ( Opéra )
• Grignan (25 Miles) - Le château de Grignan est une curiosité à ne pas manquer dans la Drôme Provencale, car il fut la résidence de Mme de Sévigné qui y écrit ses fameuses lettres...
• Avignon (45 Miles) - Rochegude fut au XIVe siècle une propriété papale et les papes venaient y rendre justice. A découvrir sur Avignon : Le pont St Bénézeth, Le Palais des Papes et ses Nombreuses Eglises et Musées...
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