The old village of Mallemort features the charm of its old city streets and stones you can enjoy during your stroll, for example, rue du Château d’eau and its panoramic view over the Durance plain, rue du Cosmonaute and its stone walkway that offers a fascinating insight into the history of Mallemort, the surprising rue de la Mairie or a charming cobbled passageway from cour Marius Taché… At the heart of the old village stands the impressive church of Saint Michel, built between 1751 and 1756 in the classical style. The final and must-see part of any exploration of the village is the archway just behind the church that leads to the 12th-century castle ruins. The castle was formerly the property of the bishops of Marseilles until 1789. Today, only the ruined remnants of the keep survive after destruction and encroachment by houses. At its base is the orientation table with a magnificent panorama where the gaze can roam over the Durance into the Luberon.

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