The most beautiful villages of Provence

1. Lourmarin
   1h
   It is one of the most beautiful villages in France with Provençal tiled houses. This village is medieval and was founded around the year 1000. Here we have a beautiful Renaissance style castle from the 15th and 16th century. During this period Louramrin went through the wars of religion. This is why from the castle terrace you can see the bell tower of the Catholic church and also a 19th century Protestant temple. 3000 Protestants were killed during the wars of religion in the Luberon.
   Albert Camus lived in Lourmarin. His grave is in the village cemetery.
2. Chateau de Lourmarin
   45m · Admission ticket not included
   The Lourmarin castle dates from the 15th-16th century and is in the Renaissance style. It is open for visits. You can visit it and see the interiors and architectural curiosities of this building. A very beautiful terrace is at the entrance to the castle. From this terrace you admire the view of the medieval village. The month of May this tarasse is in bloom with roses.
   Price 8€/pp
3. Marche de Lourmarin
   30m
   One of the most beautiful markets in the region is in Lourmarin. If our outing takes place on Friday you will have the chance to spend some time at the market and see all the region's production: olives and tapenades, candied garlic, dry sausage, regional goat's cheeses, country bread, local fruits and vegetables. season, herbs from Provence, fruit jellies, honey, nougat, sea salt from Camargue... The musicians in the village streets liven up this market and create a unique atmosphere!
4. Bonnieux
   30m
   A village in the north of Luberon with panoramic views of the mountain range and the Calavon valley. Here we feel the mistral — our emblematic wind of Provence. Here we see the century-old cedars and at the top a 12th century chapel.
5. Roussillon
   45m
   One of the most beautiful villages in France. It is the most colorful in Provence thanks to the pigment of ocher. Here we have ocher quarries where the pigment was extracted during the 18th century. Currently this village offers us a unique spectacle with this contrast of red and orange and the surrounding forests. All the houses in the village are painted with this pigment. The ocher quarries are open to visitors.
6. Le Sentier des Ocres
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   These quarries exported during the 18th century are open to the public. You can visit them if you wish. The quarries may be closed in the event of rain and stormy incidents. Sometimes the management closes the quarries exceptionally (find out the calendar before the visit).
   Advice for visiting the ocher trails: avoid white shoes (they risk turning orange).
   Price €3.5/pp
7. Gordes
   45m
   Gordes is the most beautiful village in the world. In 2023 this title was granted to him by an American magazine specializing in travel. A magnificent view opens up as you approach the village. You admire it from a stone balcony.
   Then a stroll in the picturesque streets is recommended. Don't hesitate to stroll through the streets and stop by the fountain on the castle square. The film “Happy New Year” was filmed here.
8. Gordes Castle
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   This castle with the history of more than 1000 years is in the center of the village. It is surrounded by typical Provençal houses. Temporary exhibitions take place all year round at the castle. You can visit them if you wish.
   Price 6€/pp
9. Caves du Palais Saint Firmin
   20m · Admission ticket not included
   A unique museum located in Gordes. You can visit it if you wish and discover the workspace of the villagers during the Middle Ages. The craftsmen were forced to set up their work space in the basement of the houses. These cavities dug into the rock form the floors. Here we have the spectacular cavities which make us understand the daily life and the difficulties linked to the work of a craftsman in Gordes.
   Price 6€/pp

Pickup details

Pick-up location is defined in advance.
At the airport and on the boat dock the driver will wait for you with a sign.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The tour lasts 8 hours and includes all the stages described + travel time