Mickael Feval Restaurant
This elegant restaurant is a must-visit for any lovers of modern cuisine and cooking methods. They embrace local produce and evolve their dishes according to the seasons.

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A gentle 10km circuit with wonderful views
This loop takes you round the medieval village of Malaucène in the cycling mecca of the Mont Ventoux region.
Starting off from the Tourist Office in the centre of Malaucène, head north-east in the direction of Beaumont-du-Ventoux. Turn left just before the Ferme du Gros Noyer, then left again to continue along to a small bridge.
Turn right after the bridge until you reach the chapel of Saint Roch. After the chapel, turn right and continue on to the hamlet of Les Valettes. Here you’ll find an ancient stone washing well where you have two choices; you can either continue along the D153 to Beaumont-du-Ventoux, or you can make a little diversion to visit the chapels of Saint Sépulcre and Saint Marguerite before doubling back to pick up the original route.
Approximately 1 kilometre after Beaumont-du-Ventoux, you’ll see a milestone with a righthand turn. Follow this road and turn left at the end to return back to Malaucène.
From budget eateries to the more refined restaurant, Malaucene has a fair selection of places to eat. Try Chez Laurette for a great value three course lunch.
This elegant restaurant is a must-visit for any lovers of modern cuisine and cooking methods. They embrace local produce and evolve their dishes according to the seasons.
Located inside the luxury Chateau de la Gaude, this Michelin-starred restaurant serves the elaborate cuisine of chef Matthieu Dupuis-Baumal.
Open daily, the Clos du Comptoir offers a sophisticated atmosphere for lunch and dinner in the same setting.
A quiet atmosphere, beautiful grounds and wonderful flavours can be found at Villa Gallici Restaurant. Part of the 5 star Villa Gallici hotel you can indulge in lunch or dinner at this top quality restaurant.
A small but charming coffee shop / bistro located right in the heart of Aix. A great place to grab a coffee, a quick bite to eat and watch the world pass by.
Enjoy imaginative yet authentic French cuisine at Pierre Reboul's funky restaurant in Aix. The menu is redesigned every six weeks together with matching wine.
There are a small handful of B&B's and hotels in and around Malaucene, some of which are a few kilometres from the centre.
Built in 2013 this modern, contemporary five star hotel in Provence combines art work in contemporary spaces, filled with uber stylish furniture and fittings.
Under the light Cézanne once knew, the Villa Gallici Hotel is an 18th century Provençal house and a member of Relais et Châteaux portfolio.
This hotel is a beautiful renovated house located on a quiet street, and walking distance to all the hustle and bustle of Aix.
The five star Pigonnet hotel in Aix is an 18th-century mansion surrounded with stunning floral gardens, situated just outside the centre of Aix-en-Provence.
Located in one of the most beautiful villages in France, this former oil mill welcomes its guests in an enchanting setting surrounded by lime trees.
Located around 10 minutes drive from Aix-en-Provence, this hotel is a good choice for visitors who want the peace and quiet of the countryside.
Sun cream, sun glasses and plenty of water are essential if you are cycling in the summer. Think about bringing cash as well, some smaller shops, cafés and market stalls may not accept payment by bank card.
This shop offers a variety of brands and bikes to choose from, including road bikes, e-bikes, mountain bikes, children's bikes, and tandems.
This shop rents a selection of town bikes, both standard and electric, for adults and children, and also offers bike repairs.
This shop offers electric bikes for hire in Vaison-la-Romaine, Bonnieux, and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.
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This cycle hire shop is located in the centre of Bédoin village, just across the street from the tourist office.
Located in the centre of Avignon, this company offers electric bike hire and guided bike tours of the city.
The north side of Mont Ventoux can be seen from this cycle route; regularly featured during the Tour de France, this mountain is on the bucket list of many a keen cyclist.
This monastery was founded and built in the 1970's and is now famous for its monks broadcasting their Gregorian chants live throughout the day.
A wonderful castle to explore in the heart of the Vaucluse department, offering wonderful views over the surrounding areas.
This river gorge runs for around 30 kilometres from the small village of Saint Leger, heading west along the borders of the Vaucluse and Drome regions.
You can feel like you've stepped back in time when you visit Vaison la Romaine. As the name suggests, this was an important town for the Romans, who liked its location and climate, and built many rather magnificent structures. Vaison became a federated city under the Romans which explains why so many public buildings were constructed.
This church lies at the centre of what was the old Medieval village of Vaison la Romaine. It was built in the 11th century over the remains of early Christian buildings.
The highest point in Provence at 1,912m, Mont Ventoux is most famous as the killer-climb stage in the Tour de France. It's a mecca for cyclists and hikers, with three routes available for cyclists and a number of trails for walkers.
This elegant restaurant is a must-visit for any lovers of modern cuisine and cooking methods. They embrace local produce and evolve their dishes according to the seasons.
Located inside the luxury Chateau de la Gaude, this Michelin-starred restaurant serves the elaborate cuisine of chef Matthieu Dupuis-Baumal.
Open daily, the Clos du Comptoir offers a sophisticated atmosphere for lunch and dinner in the same setting.
A quiet atmosphere, beautiful grounds and wonderful flavours can be found at Villa Gallici Restaurant. Part of the 5 star Villa Gallici hotel you can indulge in lunch or dinner at this top quality restaurant.
A small but charming coffee shop / bistro located right in the heart of Aix. A great place to grab a coffee, a quick bite to eat and watch the world pass by.
Enjoy imaginative yet authentic French cuisine at Pierre Reboul's funky restaurant in Aix. The menu is redesigned every six weeks together with matching wine.
This leisure centre has two indoor pools, a 50 metre outdoor heated swimming pool, with terraces and beaches, and water sports.There is also a weights room and dance studio.
Set in the beautiful wooded countryside, this 18-hole golf course was designed by American architect Ronald Fream. The club incorporates the David Leadbetter Academy that offers lessons to suit players of all levels.
The Club, established in 1932 has a long and interesting history. Situated on the banks of the river l'Arc over 30 acres, 5 minutes away from the city centre the Club Hippique Aix Marseille offers a full range of facilities.
An exciting path through the forest...but not on the ground! This tree top adventure will have you swinging from the branches and enjoying the sights and sounds of nature.
The Golf Club Aix-Marseille is only 5 minutes away from Aix-en-Provence TGV railway station. As the course is faily level it is possible to play without the use of a buggy.
Plenty of clay tennis courts are available at the Aix Country Club. It provide lessons and coaching, and there is a pro shop too. Other facilities include a pool and a gym.
Located a 5-minute walk from the heart of Bonnieux, this charming guest house features 3 comfortable rooms suitable for families as every room has a mezzanine for 2 children.
Located 9km south of Vaison-la-Romaine and 18km north of Carpentras, Malaucene is less than 50km from the TGV station and Avignon airport and 30km from the A7 motorway.
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