The
artists' route
Avignon-St Remy de Provence - Arles - Martigues - L'Estaque
- Marseille - Aix en Provence
The most important artists of the 19th centurary got inspiration
from Provence, You could discover this unique area following
the tracks of Van Gogh from Avignon to Arles, the steps
of Cezanne from the port of l'Estaque to Aix en Provence:
the artists' route; the route of light.
The
picturesque villages route.
Lourmarin
- Bonnieux - Lacoste - Goult - Gordes - Roussillon - Rustrel
- Saignon
In
Luberon, prettily designed between hills and valleys,
you can discover the most beutiful villages of Provence.
Hooked onto the flanks of rocks , their architecture and
ambiance are remarkable : old monasteries and castles,
narrow slopping streets, colourful markets. The authentic
admosphere of this route will charm you.
The
savours route
Nyons - Gigondas - Apt - Aix en Provence - Marseille
This
route winds its way between vineyards, lavender fields,
olive trees ... to make you discover the savours of Provence
and its specialities : delicious olive oil, wine with
character, calisson and candied
fruits, pastis drink. You may also wish to discover the
colourful fabrics of
Provence, its reknown soaps ...
The savours route : a route of tradition.
These are simply suggestions. You may prefer to explore
Provence through the lavender route, through the ancient
Provence route to understand the roman influence, through
architecture and spiritualy route
to visit the most impressive abbeys, churches and monasteries
...
Or You may prefer to choose no route at all and let your
imagination guide you.
Provence will be anyhow wonderful.