Viens, Vaucluse Explained

Viens
Commune Status:Commune
Image Coat Of Arms:Blason ville fr Viens (Vaucluse).svg
Arrondissement:Apt
Canton:Apt
Insee:84144
Postal Code:84750
Mayor:Frédéric Roux[1]
Term:2020 - 2026
Coordinates:43.8961°N 5.5675°W
Elevation M:610
Elevation Min M:332
Elevation Max M:784
Area Km2:34.59

Viens (Occitan: Viènç) is a commune in the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France.

Viens is an ancient village that has retained its appearance as a medieval stronghold. It is famous for its ramparts, Saracen gate and Clock Tower.https://www.provenceweb.fr/e/vaucluse/viens/viens.htm

Geography

The river Calavon forms most of the commune's south-eastern border.

Landmarks

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Répertoire national des élus: les maires. data.gouv.fr, Plateforme ouverte des données publiques françaises. 13 September 2022. fr.