29 April 2021 | Holidays, Tourism
Holidays in the Lubéron
The Luberon is located between the departments of Vaucluse and Alpes-Hautes-Provence. It is a very popular mountain range in Provence, which combines a well-preserved cultural and architectural heritage. Whether you are on vacation in the Luberon for a long or short stay. We are preparing an itinerary for you with the places not to be missed.
Senanque Abbey
Located in the village of Gordes, during your visit you can admire the monastery, built with local stones, as well as the 30-meter long dormitory. You will also visit the chapter house, which was the only room in the abbey where the monks were allowed to speak. Finally, you will discover the cloister, sparsely decorated to encourage prayer and meditation by the monks.
The village of Gordes
Classified as one of the most beautiful villages in France. It was built in height in order to watch over the village of Cavaillon, it constituted a refuge for the populations fleeing the wars of religion and the invasions.
Château Lourmarin
You will discover animations set up throughout the year. Including temporary exhibitions, conferences and music festival in summer.
Le Colorado Provençal
Nicknamed the “Provençal Colorado” in reference to its colors reminiscent of the American Grand Canyon. The Colorado Provençal will offer you an exceptional spectacle, thanks to the variety of its shapes and colors, ranging from yellow, orange, to red. Many pedestrian paths will allow you to discover the most beautiful places of the site. Find more information on this article:
The Cedar Forest
The first were planted in 1861, thanks to seeds collected in the Algerian Middle Atlas. Today, the forest has been developed to allow walkers to venture there. You will find many paths and tracks that will open up to you, so that you can stroll through the forest, by bike or on foot. At the bend of the paths, you can admire the views of the Lubéron, the Ventoux and the Etang de Berre.
The villages of the Luberon
Its lavender fields, its magnificent landscapes and its villages, the Luberon is a beautiful region of Provence. A tourist destination that has retained its authenticity. Most of the villages are built on the heights with exceptional views of the surrounding landscapes. Stroll through the narrow streets to enjoy the monuments, fountains and squares.
Activities in the Luberon
The Lubéron is a very beautiful region of Provence, offering a large choice of activities for the holidays. Ideal for lovers of history, architecture, museums and typical villages of the region (some of the most beautiful villages in France). Nature lovers can enjoy hiking, mountain biking in the Luberon mountains, for those who prefer to stroll can stop off at the edge of Sorgues or go shopping in the shops of Gordes, a pretty perched village.
The luberon, a wine region - wine lovers
For wine lovers, the region is rich in tastings: the Lubéron is a land of great wines, with the famous Côtes du Lubéron and Côtes du Ventoux. The wine estates offer guided tours, cellars, cellars, tasting workshops for gourmets, oenological activities.
