Le Bleuet

Le Bleuet is a bookstore in Banon that spans four interconnected buildings and holds approximately 110,000 books displayed across multiple levels. The collection covers many different genres and subjects, organized to help visitors find what they are looking for.

The bookstore was established in 1990 and grew to become one of the largest independent bookstores in France. This growth transformed the small village into a place that attracts book lovers from different regions.

The bookstore has become a gathering place for book lovers who attend author readings and literary discussions throughout the year. It serves as a cultural hub that shapes how the village experiences literature and community events.

The store is open daily with extended hours, giving visitors plenty of time to browse through the collection. It is worth planning extra time for a visit since the large number of books across multiple buildings requires patience to explore.

An additional warehouse contains approximately 190,000 more books, making it the largest rural book collection in France. This massive reserve demonstrates how seriously the store is committed to maintaining access to books.

Location: Banon

Address: Place Saint-Just

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-19:00; July-August Monday-Sunday 10:00-20:00

Phone: +31492732585

Email: lebleuetbanon@orange.fr

Website: https://lebleuet.fr

GPS coordinates: 44.03877,5.62925

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:08