Between gentle mountains and stone villages, Luberon encompasses everything that Provence has to offer in its brightest form. Its roads wind through lavender fields, ochre cliffs, and blonde bastides clinging to hills. Here, each village tells a story from a different time, each alleyway preserves the shadow of a medieval past, and each landscape appears painted by hand. In Gordes or Roussillon, the houses play with the light; in Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, the Sorgue springs from an emerald-green abyss; and in the valleys, abbeys and castles watch over the plains.
Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, France
In Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, water emerges from an impressive sinkhole. It is one of the most powerful springs in Europe, surrounded by cliffs and shaded paths.
Vaucluse, France
Perched on the mountain, this ruined medieval village breathes history. Its Romanesque church and ancient castle overlook the Calavon Plain. A timeless place.
Vaucluse, France
In this colorful village, the houses take on the hues of the soil: red, gold, saffron. The ochre trail crosses ancient quarries with wind-shaped reliefs, an almost surreal spectacle.
Coustellet, France
The collection features stills, tools, and documents on lavender production. Visitors learn about distillation techniques and uses of this plant.
Vaucluse, France
Perched on its rock, Gordes overlooks the valleys of Luberon. Its stone alleys, 16th-century castle, and cascading houses offer one of the most renowned views in Provence. The village epitomizes the area's mineral beauty.
Vaucluse, France
Known as the 'Provençal Venice', this water town moves to the rhythm of its canals and antique markets. The water wheels recall its mill past, and the terraces line the river under plane trees.
Gargas, France
Underground galleries dug into ochreous rock extend over several levels. The tunnels, 15 meters high, bear witness to ore extraction.
Rustrel, France
A natural setting reminiscent of an American canyon, shaped by ochre and light. The paths wind between red and yellow cliffs, a true geological and visual journey.
Cheval-Blanc, France
Narrow rocky passage 400 meters long, formed by erosion between two vertical cliffs 100 meters high.
Bonnieux, France
Planted in the 19th century, this forest provides a striking contrast with the olive fields below. The paths lead to viewpoints overlooking Mount Ventoux.
Auribeau, France
The highest point of the Grand Luberon, over 1100 meters. A summit for hikers and photographers, offering a panoramic view of the entire Provence.
Gordes, France
Hidden in a valley, surrounded by lavender fields, this 12th-century Cistercian abbey is a symbol of serenity. The monks still live there, amidst prayer, work, and silence.
Cadenet, France
Former dwellings from the 19th century carved into limestone cliffs. These natural cavities have been developed over several levels.
Gordes, France
18th-century rural huts built without mortar using dry stone technique. These shelters were used by farmers to store their tools.
Lourmarin, France
One of the earliest Renaissance castles in Provence. Behind its elegant facade, you find refined architecture and a terrace overlooking the village rooftops.
Beaumont-de-Pertuis, France
Seven water reservoirs created in the 20th century for agricultural irrigation. These basins form a chain along the EDF Canal de la Durance.
Lacoste, France
This 11th-century fortress overlooks the Luberon valley. The castle contains underground passages, a terrace, and limestone walls.
L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, France
Former 18th-century water mill on the Sorgue river with its restored wooden wheel and original mechanisms.
Ménerbes, France
Vineyard producing Luberon wines, with a collection of 1200 corkscrews displayed in a museum dedicated to this object.
Vaucluse, France
A perched village, proudly set on its rocky spur. Its cobbled streets, ramparts, and art galleries attract travelers seeking tranquility and authenticity.
Vaucluse, France
This village perched at 500 meters above sea level overlooks the Apt valley. From the main square, one gazes upon fields and mountains in rare silence.
Vaucluse, France
Village ranked among the most beautiful in France, with its Renaissance castle and flower-lined streets. Here, time seems to have stopped between two sunsets.
Vaucluse, France
Provençal village with a Roman fountain and Templar passage, a location for Pagnol film shoots.
Buoux, France
The ruins of this medieval fortress overlook a dizzying landscape. People climb up for the view, but also to feel the powerful silence of the stones and the wind.
Vaucluse, France
Large limestone plateau dotted with lavender fields. Hiking paths cross through crops and woods.
Cucuron, France
Peaceful water body at the foot of Luberon, suitable for swimming. A picnic spot enjoyed by locals, lined with pines and cicadas.
Apt, France
Former administrative center occupying an 18th-century mansion. The building houses a permanent exhibition and a geology museum.
Manosque, France
On the heights of Ménerbes, this vineyard combines grape cultivation, a corkscrew museum, and views of the Luberon mountains. A place that is both unusual and gourmet.
Vaucluse, France
Sheer cliffs, ruins, cave chapel: Buoux is a place of history and climbing. Climbers encounter heritage enthusiasts here.
Lauris, France
Medieval building with gardens arranged in terraces over several levels. The botanical garden contains 250 species of dye plants.
Vaucluse, France
Built by the Romans in the 1st century BC, this three-arch stone bridge spans the Calavon. It has remained sturdy for over two thousand years.
