THE FLOATING MARKET AT L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE
In Provence, there are as many markets as there are days in the week! The market is a place of encounters and discoveries!Provence’s sunny gastronomic and artisanal heritage is celebrated.The market sets up at dawn, in the village squares, with a delightful clamor.It brings the towns and villages to life with colours and sounds! You […]
A horse-drawn carriage ride in Roussillon
Looking for Romance? This outing is perfect for you! We invite you to enjoy a day with your loved one on a carriage ride through the stunning landscapes of the Luberon. Share a convivial moment with Ollivier, a native of the region and a true lover of his homeland. You’ll travel along charming Provençal country […]
Visit France’s very first oil mill
This week, we take you to the stunning Baux Valley of Provence, to the small village of Maussane-les-Alpilles, in the heart of the Alpilles Natural Park, where the oldest oil mill in the country is hidden. We invite you to discover this exceptional place, rich in history and tradition. The mill welcomes visitors year-round to […]
Top 5 places to visit in the Alpilles
Contents 1. The Castle of Les Baux de Provence The 7-hectare site boasts a wealth of remains, including the keep, the Tour de Brau, the chapel of Saint-Blaise, the Tour Paravelle and the Tours de Bannes and Sarrasine. You’ll be thrown right into the heart of the castle’s history. 2. The Glanum site at Saint […]
The Vaudois Route, a historic road to explore the villages of the Luberon in a unique way
Contents THE VAUDOIS ROUTE, A HISTORIC ROAD TO EXPLORE THE VILLAGES OF THE LUBERON IN A UNIQUE WAY History enthusiasts will visit the villages of Lourmarin, Lacoste, Cabrières d’Avignon, Mérindol… with a fresh perspective, following the traces left by a religious minority that settled in the Luberon in the 15th century: “The Vaudois.” WHO WERE […]
Bonnieux, a Fascinating Hilltop Village in the Luberon
This week, we invite you to discover the small Provençal village of Bonnieux! It stands on the northern slope of the Luberon, between Apt and Ménerbes. It is one of the most characteristic villages of this mountain range. Rising from the agricultural plains to the cedar forest on the Luberon ridge, it is breathtakingly beautiful, […]
A Sunday in Isle-sur-Sorgue, the Venice of Comtadine
Contents Located in the heart of the triangle formed by Avignon, Cavaillon, and Carpentras, this small town in Vaucluse is nicknamed the “Venise Comtadine.” The reference to Venice comes from the fact that the town is traversed by clear water canals flowing directly from its neighbour, Fontaine-de-Vaucluse.L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue was part of the Papal State, the Comtat […]
The 13 desserts, a tradition in Provence
Contents December has just begun, and both young and old sweet-toothed enthusiasts have eagerly opened their advent calendars to make sure they don’t miss Christmas. In addition to the traditional advent calendar, in Provence, there are several other traditions surrounding the Christmas celebrations; today, we will tell you about the 13 desserts. What are the […]
Provençal craftsmanship
Provençal craftsmanship Contents THE CLAY FIGURINES OF PROVENCE The clay figurines of Provence reflect the traditions of Provence. Today, these figurines are mainly used for the celebration of Christmas in the homes of Provence. The figurines are staged to relive the birth of Jesus and maintain the Christian tradition. The first staging of a live nativity scene was […]
Olive oil in Provence
Olive oil in Provence Olive oil production In Provence, the olive tree is the ideal tree for this area with Mediterranean temperatures and soils which are not very fertile.In the past, most olive trees were planted directly into the soil. Today, farmers are increasingly resorting to grafting. The cultivation of olive trees can prevent certain natural […]