This week we’re taking you on a tour of the little hilltop village of Ansouis, in the heart of the Luberon Natural Park, a commune listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France.
ANSOUIS: A SMALL MEDIEVAL VILLAGE IN THE HEART OF THE SOUTHERN LUBERON
In the south of the Parc Naturel du Luberon, just a few kilometres from the village of Lourmarin, lies the small hilltop village of Ansouis.
Ansouis is a medieval village dating back to the Middle Ages. It occupies a dominant position in the region.
It was originally built on a rocky spur to control the roads between Aix-en-Provence and Apt, thanks in particular to its magnificent medieval castle, an ancient fortress that still overlooks the village today.
THE HILLTOP VILLAGE OF ANSOUIS, A PROVENCAL VILLAGE OF A THOUSAND TREASURES
Ansouis is a village full of character. It has retained a certain cachet and unique charm. Listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, you’ll love wandering through its charming cobbled streets.
You’ll be pleasantly surprised by how peaceful it is.
The village of Ansouis is ideal for family outings, with its superb 13th-century parish church of Saint Martin, its Musée Extraordinaire, and its underwater grotto (housed in 15th-century vaulted cellars).
Wine enthusiasts can also discover a selection of excellent vineyards, as well as the Musée des Arts et des Métiers du vin at the Château de Turcan, which boasts a superb private collection of over 3,000 exceptional objects relating to wine and its production processes.
THE ANSOUIS CASTLE
The castle of Ansouis, a private historic monument considered to be one of the most beautiful castles in Provence, welcomes many tourists on guided tours.
A spectacular and rewarding discovery awaits you!
The home of passionate collectors, the Château d’Ansouis boasts unique interior architecture. It is tastefully furnished and decorated by the owners, who are passionate collectors.
They regularly discover new treasures to restore the Château d’Ansouis to its former glory.
The residence also boasts several magnificent landscaped terraced gardens, adorned with pruned boxwood and superb fountains.
Thanks to its dominant position, it is possible to enjoy breathtaking views of the village of Ansouis below, the surrounding countryside and Mount Sainte Victoire from its terraces and gardens.
Plaisirs et Maisons de Provence invites you to stay in one of our holiday rentals in the Lubéron.
If you would like to discover the charming perched village of Ansouis in the Luberon with us, please contact our agency Plaisirs et Maisons de Provence to request a tailor-made stay in Provence, by clicking on this link.
