Private Jewish Heritage Full-Day Tour

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Duration: 8h
Location: Marseille, France | Marseille, France


Category: Day Trips & Excursio

Highlights:
In-depth look at the rich Jewish heritage of Provence
Labyrinthine streets of several old Jewish Quarters
Remarkable synagogues in Capentras, Avignon & Cavaillon
Personalized service & insightful info from a private guide
Hassle-free roundtrip transportation in a private luxury car

Inclusions:
Private guided tour of Carpentras, Cavaillon, Isle sur la Sorgue, Avignon, and Aix-en-Provence
Private roundtrip transportation to and from your Marseille hotel

Description:

The presence of the Jewish people in the South of France goes back to the beginning of Roman Gaul after the fall of Massada in 73 AD. Follow your private guide at your own pace and see the most important sites recalling the history of the Jewish people of Provence.

The Jewish community settled in Provence under the Pope's protection in the 13th century after being persecuted in the Kingdom of France. Follow your private guide to Capentras and visit one of the oldest synagogues in France, built in 1367. See on the ground floors the baths and pools, mikveh, designed for Jewish ritual cleansing, including an early pool that dates back to the 14th century.

Your next stop is Cavaillon, dotted with pretty little streets and squares decorated with flowers. Hear about the city's Jewish heritage while admiring one of the most charming synagogues of Europe. Head to L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue to explore the old Jewish cemetery at your own pace, and then reach Avignon.

The Jewish community has been part of Avignon for several centuries now. Stroll in the the former Jewish Quarter and gaze at the remarkable synagogue dating back to the 19th century. Your last stop is Aix-en-Provence, which contains street signs that are several generations old in its Jewish Quarter.