Nyons<\/a>. Nyons is a charming city in Drome, located between Valence and Avignon. Dubbed \u201cle Petit Nice\u201d, it \u00a0is known for its pleasant climate due to the favorable location. Nyons’ sunny weather, beautiful surroundings and cultural heritage make it an exceptional tourist destination. Head here and roam its vineyards, olive gardens and lavender fields.<\/p>\nHistory of Nyons<\/h2>\n
Populated since the Neolithic era, for a long time, Nyons belonged to the Abbey of Saint-C\u00e9saire in Arles. In the Middle Ages, the city’s development was stalled by religious wars. Following the building of a citadel, \u00a0Nyons became a stronghold of Protestantism. The city walls are considered an exceptional cultural heritage.<\/p>\n
With its Mediterranean climate, mild temperatures and lots of sunshine throughout the year, Nyons has rich nature \u2013 unsurprisingly, the olive tree is the emblem of the city. The variety of olives in Nyons helped the town obtain the first French Controlled Designation of Origin (AOC) for its olive oil.<\/p>\n
To see, to do in Nyons<\/h2>\n
The city’s culture is rich, too. In 2008, Nyons was enlisted as one of the \u201cMost beautiful detours in France\u201d. Its historic center offers charming routes between old fountains, ancient washhouses and baths. Admire the 18-meter tall Roman Bridge built in the beginning of the 15th century, explore the Saint-Vincent church and with its magnificent paintings, walk to the Place du Docteur Bourdongle and discover the restored Place des Arcades built in the 14th century.<\/p>\n
After you’ve made acquiantance with the town, discover its surroundings: the famous soap factory, old mills dating back to the 18th century, the museum of archeology and history, the Olive Tree museum, and other local sights. Visiting Nyons is also traveling back to the groundbreaking launch of the Bleu Provence distillery, make sure to visit the Nyonsais cooperative and the Scourtinerie, the last manufacturer of scourtins, small woven filter baskets used in the production of olive oil.
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