29 April 2021 | Holidays, Tourism

Holidays in the Lubéron

The Lubéron is located between the departments of Vaucluse and Alpes-Hautes-Provence. It is a mountainous massif very popular in Provence, which combines a well-preserved cultural and architectural heritage.

Whether you are on holiday in the Lubéron for a long time or for a shorter stay. Discover our itinerary of places not to be missed.

Sénanque 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 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 high up to watch over the village of Cavaillon, it was a refuge for populations fleeing religious wars and invasions.

Lourmarin Castle

Discover here activities put in place throughout the year, including temporary exhibitions, conferences and music festival in summer.

Colorado Provençal

Nicknamed the "Colorado Provencal" in reference to its colors reminiscent of the American Grand Canyon. Colorado Provençal will offer you an exceptional spectacle, thanks to the variety of its shapes and colors, ranging from yellow, orange to red. Many hiking trails allow you to discover the most beautiful places of the site: 'le cirque de Barriès', le 'lit de la Dôa' and 'les cheminées de fée'.

The Cedar Forest

The first trees were planted in 1861, thanks to seeds collected in the Algerian Middle Atlas. Today, the forest is developed to allow walkers to venture there. You will find many paths and tracks open to you, so that you can walk in 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 Berre pond.