Vaison-la-Romaine
From Saturnalia to Santa Claus" guided tour
Wednesday 24 December 2025 from 2.30 pm.
Sunday 28 December 2025 from 2.30 pm.
Wednesday 31 December 2025 from 2.30 pm.
Event in Vaison-la-Romaine :
Through a guided tour of an ancient quarter and a display of antique toys and games, discover the daily life of our ancestors during the festive season, and the many links between our Christmas celebrations and those of Saturnalia.
Saturnalia, one of the most important Roman festivals, commemorated the winter solstice, honored Saturn and gave gifts to one another.
Dates and times
Wednesday 24 December 2025 from 2.30 pm.
Sunday 28 December 2025 from 2.30 pm.
Wednesday 31 December 2025 from 2.30 pm.
Languages spoken
- French
Prices
Free of charge. On presentation of an entrance ticket to the archaeological sites, on sale at the entrance to the Puymin site (adult: €9/person; teenager: €4/person; free for children under 9).
Contact
Site archéologique de la Villasse84110 Vaison-la-Romaine
Coordinates
Longitude : 5.072557Latitude : 44.242335
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