Amazing Luberon
Lourmarin, Bonnieux, Roussillon, Gordes, Fontaine de Vaucluse: 8h
Luberon is a region between Haute Provence Alps and Vaucluse lowland. Soft Mediterranean climate, magnificient landscapes are the settings to let you discover cultural heritage and charming villages. You'll visit Lourmarinand its art galleries prior going to Bonnieux. You'll then go to Roussillon and its ocher deposit, Gordes and its beathtaking view on Luberon mountain and Fontaine de Vaucluse.
Lourmarin
Lourmarin is one of the most beautiful village in France. This typically Provencal village has many vineyards and olive trees. The village has a rich Mediterranean architecture with old houses, narrow lanes, castels of 15th and 16th centuries, real art galleries. Walk in the picturesque streets and admire the fountains and the old belfry.Bonnieux
Bonnieux is a village on the Northern side of Luberon. The village has a superb view on the Calavon valley, on Vaucluse and Ventoux Mounts. You'll enjoy the walks in the stretts village to admire the architecture and enjoy the local nice Luberon atmosphere. Bonnieux is a dynamic village with markets and souvenirs shops. Do not forget a tour in the bakery museum to have a look at the bread loaf collection.Roussillon
Roussillon is one of the most beautiful village in France. Near the uplands of Vaucluse Mounts and in the heart of ocher deposits, this thousand color village shine from yellow to violet and red. Roussillon has a rich natural environment. You can discover more during a visit of Ocher and Pigments Conservatoire. You can wander in the streets to admire house fronts or the art galleries.Gordes
Near Vaucluse, Gordes is a famous touristic, gastronomic and cultural place. This village has many traditions and its architecture with grey or white houses is highly picturesque. Gordes is also known for its painting exhibitions because many famous painters used to live here - Andre Lhote, Marc Chagall or Pol Mara. The exceptional Bories village will welcome you with surprising rounded buildings. And do not forget to visit the Senanque Abbey and Bouillons mill.Fontaine de Vaucluse
Fontaine de Vaucluse or Vallis Clausa gets its name from a source near a waterfall of 230m high. This is the most powerful fountain in France and the 5th worldwide. Fontaine de Vaucluse inspired artists like Frederic Mistral or Francois Petrarque who has his museum. You can enjoy walks by the Sorgue river.La Bastide de Capelongue in Bonnieux
2 star for this restaurant in a Provencal setting, calm atmosphere and unusual view: service is worthy of this high standard cuisine.
La Grappe de Raisin in Roussillon
On the highs of one of the most beautiful villages in France, La Grappe de Raisin offers a Mediterranean cuisine made of grilled food and fresh products. A simple, savourous and friendly meal.
Suggestion for your day
Paper mill in Vallis Clausa
Near Sorgues river, this mill built in 15th century became the biggest regional paper manufacturer. Producing silk then wool carpets it got back to its original activity in 1920. It shows the crafts paper production as it used to be at the beginning.
