ITER, which stands for International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor, is a large-scale scientific project located in the town of Saint-Paul-lez-Durance, France. Specifically, it is situated in the Cadarache research center, which is a sprawling complex that spans over 1,600 hectares of land.
The goal of ITER is to develop a new type of energy source that is both sustainable and safe: nuclear fusion. Unlike traditional nuclear power plants, which rely on nuclear fission to generate energy, ITER will use the same process that powers the sun and other stars. By fusing together hydrogen atoms at extremely high temperatures and pressures, ITER hopes to create a virtually limitless source of clean energy that produces no greenhouse gases or other harmful byproducts.
To achieve this ambitious goal, ITER has brought together a team of over 35 countries, including the European Union, the United States, China, Russia, Japan, and South Korea. Together, these countries are building the largest and most complex machine ever created: a tokamak reactor that will be capable of containing and controlling the extreme conditions necessary for nuclear fusion.
The construction of ITER began in 2010 and is expected to be completed by 2025. Once operational, the reactor will produce up to 500 megawatts of power, enough to supply electricity to hundreds of thousands of homes. However, before it can begin producing energy, ITER will undergo a series of tests and experiments to ensure that it is safe and effective.
Overall, ITER represents a major step forward in the quest for sustainable energy. By harnessing the power of nuclear fusion, it has the potential to revolutionize the way we generate electricity and help mitigate the effects of climate change.
Boasting a garden, private pool and mountain views, maison sans vis à vis avec piscine is set in Rians. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free Wi-Fi.
2467 Route de Ginasservis, 83560 Rians, France
Set in Rians, Villa Rians offers accommodation with private pool, free Wi-Fi and free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned accommodation is 15 km from ITER / Cadarache. Saint-Sauveur Cathedral is 38 km from the villa.
1496 Chemin des Seis, 83560 Rians, France
Featuring garden views, les gites du parc animalier de ginasservis provides accommodation with balcony, around 8.8 km from ITER / Cadarache. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free Wi-Fi are available.
Number of rooms: 3
Route de Saint-Paul, 83560 Ginasservis, France
PHOENIX maison d'hôtes, a property with a garden and a terrace, is set in Ginasservis, 33 km from Golf du Luberon, 46 km from Sainte Baume Golf Course, as well as 46 km from Sainte-Victoire Golf Course.
Number of rooms: 5
Route de Saint-Paul, 83560 Ginasservis, France
Set next to La route Royale de Toulon à Sisteron, Le Relais du Grand Logis is housed in a 16th-century coaching inn. Located between Manosque and Pertuis, 35 km north of Aix-en-Provence, it is only 5 km from Cadarache.
Number of rooms: 15
Lieudit Le Grand Logis, 84120 Mirabeau, France
Resid'Artel Val de Durance is located in a peaceful setting in Saint-Paul-lès-Durance, 23 km from Manosque and 35 km from Aix-en-Provence. It offers a fitness room, free on site parking and free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Number of rooms: 71
14 rue Jules Horowitz, 13115 Saint-Paul-lez-Durance, France
Offering free Wi-Fi in public areas and a restaurant, Auberge de la Table Ronde is located in Vinon Sur Verdon. The property is a 10-minute walk from the city centre.
Number of rooms: 6
877 avenue de la république, 83560 Vinon-sur-Verdon, France
Set in Beaumont-de-Pertuis, 19 km from Manosque, Le Maribo offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.
Number of rooms: 3
Route de Mirabeau, Quartier l'Espagnol, Chemin des Escaravillons, 84120 Beaumont-de-Pertuis, France
Located in Saint-Paul-lez-Durance, 5 minutes from the Cadarache and Iter sites, 30 minutes from Aix en Provence and 1 hour from Marseille, Villa Clea offers self-catering accommodation, single room rentals or full accommodation.
Number of rooms: 4
quartier la gamatte, 13115 Saint-Paul-lez-Durance, France
Located just 49 km from Saint-Sauveur Cathedral, Chambres d'hôtes La Clape provides accommodation in Vinon-sur-Verdon with access to pool with a view, a garden, as well as a shared kitchen.
Number of rooms: 5
735 Chemin de la Clape, 83560 Vinon-sur-Verdon, France
Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Villa en Provence is situated in Rians. The property has pool and garden views, and is 15 km from ITER / Cadarache.
1496 Chemin des Seis, 83560 Rians, France
Want to save money while travelling? It’s easy: hotel «Relais de l'Abéou» is located in Saint-Paul-Les-Durance. This hotel is located in the city center.
Chemin De La Source, Saint-Paul-Les-Durance, 13115
A great option for a journey on a budget - hotel «Le Hameau Le Bastier» is located in Ginasservis. This hotel is located 1 km from the city center.
Route de Saint-Paul, 83560 Ginasservis, France, Ginasservis, 83560
Boasting a garden as well as a terrace, Chambre panda la garonne is situated in Ginasservis, within 7.8 km of ITER / Cadarache and 35 km of Golf du Luberon.
Number of rooms: 2
1050 Chemin de la Roque , 83560 Ginasservis, France
Located in Jouques in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, Centre médiation équine La Daouste provides accommodation with free Wi-Fi and free private parking. This farm stay offers a garden as well as a terrace.
Number of rooms: 2
381 Chemin de la Daouste, 13490 Jouques, France
