Discover Malemort-Du-Comtat

Landscapes and trails in Malemort-du-Comtat

Malemort-du-Comtat reveals different sides of a Provençal village: a historic centre, trails through cultivated land and pine forests, and a landscape shaped by agriculture. On a clear day, the village offers panoramic views of Mont Ventoux, the Dentelles de Montmirail and even the Cévennes. These three landscape features are part of the same view; how far you can see depends on visibility.

The Les plâtrières route alternates between cultivated land and pine forests and passes alongside a gypsum quarry. It climbs and opens up views of the plain and surrounding hills. Those interested in the landscape will find cultivated areas, forest and the quarry as distinctive companions along the way.

The La Gardy circular trail offers a different focus. It leads through the countryside towards Souleye and connects bories and dry-stone walls with the dry-stone structures on La Gardy hill. Former terraces characterise this hill. Together, the two routes reveal different facets of the surroundings: Les plâtrières links cultivated land, forest and viewpoints, while La Gardy focuses on dry-stone structures and a landscape shaped by former terraces.

Vineyards, olive groves and cherry orchards also shape the cultivated landscape of Malemort-du-Comtat. A total of 700 hectares are cultivated there. This agricultural character is evident not only in the landscape, but also in local products and at the annual cherry and local produce festival.

Local history and architecture

In the historic town centre, old houses and vaulted gateways cluster around the Église Notre Dame de Calvias. The church dates from the 13th century. Inside is a gilded wooden altar with six statues from the 18th century, attributed to Jacques Bernus. Here, medieval architectural history and later furnishings come together in one place.

The Porte de la République dates from the 12th century and marks the main entrance to the former walled town centre. The Porte Saint Félix dates from the 13th century. There is also a second covered washhouse and a 19th-century fountain there. These buildings reflect different historical periods; the washhouse and fountain add the town centre’s water features to the picture.

The Musée des outils agraires preserves agricultural implements as evidence of the area’s farming heritage and as a reminder of earlier generations. The museum is not open to the public. However, you can explore its interior virtually in 360 degrees. This lets you learn about the collection and its significance to agricultural history without planning a public museum visit.

Olive oil and seasonal events

The La Colombe mill produces cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil using traditional methods, exclusively from the Aglandau olive variety. The mill offers visitors tours, sales and tastings on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon. Check the visiting hours before you arrive. This way, you can include the mill as a separate activity without assuming the listed hours are up to date.

Every year on the last Sunday in June, Malemort-du-Comtat hosts the Fête du terroir et de la cerise. The festival brings together two themes that also shape the surrounding area: local produce and cherry growing. If you want to plan your stay around the event, check that year’s programme.

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