Discovering the Jewish Heritage of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue

On the occasion of the European Days of Jewish Culture and the European Heritage Days, the Heritage Department of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue invites you to a special program dedicated to the town’s Jewish past.

The guided tour takes visitors through the old Jewish quarter, home to a vibrant Jewish community from the Middle Ages until the French Revolution. Thanks to recent historical and archaeological studies, we can now better understand the location of the former synagogue (demolished in 1856) and explore Jewish family homes from the 18th century, including the Beaucaire building, a listed Historic Monument whose staircase is currently under restoration.

Following the tour, the day continues with a concert in the Place de la Juiverie, under the shade of the plane trees. The local ensemble “Quintet de pioche” brings Jewish music to life, inviting both attentive listening and joyful dancing. Visitors also have the opportunity to join a guided visit to the Jewish cemetery, adding depth and reflection to the experience.

The program welcomes a wide audience – families, tourists, and locals.

This event is organized by the Heritage Department of the City of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, with the support of JECPJ-France.

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The event is part of the Cities Embracing Jewish Heritage initiative supported by the Combat Antisemitism Movement and the European Association for the Preservation and Promotion of Jewish Culture and Heritage