Richerenches Truffle Market
Head to the Avenue de la Rabasse in Richerenches for the famous Saturday truffle markets, which take place from November to March every year.

© Chateau Pesquié
A pretty little village in the foothills of Mont Ventoux
Mormoiron is a small rural village in the north of the Vaucluse region well known for its vineyards, cherry and olive oil production.
Nestled on a small hill, the village has lots of tiny winding streets and paths for you to wander around, where you'll find the small parish church and great views of the surrounding countryside.
Grape harvesting takes place at Château Pesquié from mid-September to mid-October each year and you can take part for half a day at the Château Pesquié, or just come and enjoy the view of farmers and workers busy in the fields.
In fact the château is open for tasting and sales all year round, as is their vineyard trail. They also offer winemaker picnics, guided tours and tasting workshops, all of which need booking in advance of your visit, but are well worth it.
Head to the Avenue de la Rabasse in Richerenches for the famous Saturday truffle markets, which take place from November to March every year.
Read our Provence markets page to find out which market to visit when in Provence. From the vibrant array of local produce to the delightful scent of freshly baked delicacies, visiting a Provencal market is an absolute must for anyone exploring the charms of Provence.
The Fête de la Musique is a celebration that takes place every summer solstice on 21 June in cities, towns and villages across France.
Bastille Day is celebrated across the whole of France with a bang...well, several in fact, fireworks always feature heavily.
Exceptional locations around France, including Provence, will be open to visit on the Journées du Patrimoine - a European wide event inspired by by France’s Journées Portes Ouvertes which started in 1984.
The history of the village dates back to the stone age with evidence of human occupation around 100,000 year ago.
Thanks to some 6th century pottery that was unearthed here, the village is known to have traded with the Phoencians, and there have been traces of Roman cremations and funerary goods found here too.
In the middle ages and during the Wars of Religion (1562-98) the village walls were rebuilt to help protect it. You can still see the 16th century Porte du Brochier and the 17th century Porte de la Bonne Font as you wander the streets.
Building of this old mansion began back in 1715 when the first stone was laid. It was not fully complete until 1748, after all three stages of the building were finished.
At the beginning of World War II, France interned all Austrian and German nationals who were living in France at the time, and Les Milles was the prison for the south eastern region.
Cezannes studio was created in Aix-en-Provence in 1902 and this is where he worked until he died in 1906.
Hungarian artist Victor Vasarely established this foundation in 1966 with the aim of promoting 'art for all' where art blends beautifully with architecture in the 'city of tomorrow'.
This is Aix's fine art gallery, housed in the 17th century Palais de Malte. The collections includes works by a variety of European painters, including two by Rubens and a small selection of Paul Cezanne.
Aurélien Raynaud displays his unique gift in capturing the wonderful wildlife kingdom in a range of artforms.
There are a small number of restaurants and cafés here as you'd expect in such a small village. Stop for lunch, dine in the evening or some even let you takeaway.
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.
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.
Open daily, the Clos du Comptoir offers a sophisticated atmosphere for lunch and dinner in the same setting.
Big tasty burgers, great home cooked meals and enticing deserts. This hidden gem is a must for anyone visiting the old town.
The restaurant is situated just a step from the law court of Aix en Provence in Rue Constantin near Rue Mignet. It has a welcoming terrace with a view of the church Sainte-Catherine.
The Mistral is Aix-en-Provence's answer to those looking for a trendy night out listening to the latest DJ's.
The Scat Club plays live music every night, and not just jazz the club plays pop, rock, funk and R'n'B.
This small bar has a nice seating area outside next to one of Aix's many fountains and it catches the sun late into the evening.
Mormoiron has a lovely natural lake where you can swim or sunbathe on the sandy beach around its edges.
There is also an adventure company on the same site who offer zip-wire and treetop adventures, plus you can also fish (permit needed).
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.
Just an hour long ride through the city of Aix, learning about its history and a good introduction to this beautiful area.
The Aix Yoga Center is a 150m2 studio yoga in the heart of Aix en Provence.
The area is split into two areas - one for the 1-5 years age group, and the other for 6-12 year olds.
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.
This company offers an 8 kilometre canoe trip along the river near Fontaine de Vaucluse.
Located in the heart of the EcoQuartier Beaulieu, Lake Monteux is an open every day of the year. Ideal for the whole family, this area offers a multitude of activities.
This company offers a 2 hour river descent from Isle sur la Sorgue to Fontain de Vaucluse in canoes.
Just to the north of Apt lies the Plan d'Eau de la Raille. You can practice all sorts of watersports here, with a sailing & windsurfing school. All equipment is available to rent - dinghies, windsurfs, pedal boats and kayaks.
This company offers all kinds of activities, from climbing and pot-holing to canyoning, canoeing, kayaking, hiking and via ferrata.
This company offers two different types of excursions by kayak or canoe for either an hour and 15 minutes or 3 hours.
The Capitaine is an apartment located on the 2nd floor, its exposure is ideal for holidays in Provence, beautiful atmosphere.
Wonderful holiday rental farmhouse in Bonnieux, in the Luberon’s golden triangle, with swimming pool and a lovely, unobstructed view of the countryside.
Beautiful holiday home for rent in Provence, in Lourmarin, with garden and swimming pool.
Farmhouse available to rent for holidays with a large pool in the Golden Triangle in Bonnieux.
Come and discover this house with large swimming pool, near Bonnieux, for a holiday in the heart of nature.
Villa rental in the Luberon - La Badassière
A magnificent "Mas" in Bonnieux to rent in the Luberon, with a large landscaped garden for a dream holiday between Bonnieux and Lacoste.
Villa rental in the Luberon - La Badassière
Come and discover this house with large swimming pool, near Bonnieux, for a holiday in the heart of nature.
18th century stone farmhouse on a landscaped park of approximately 1 hectare with panoramic views of the Luberon.
A few minutes walk from the charming village of Bonnieux, on the heights towards Lourmarin, this charming stone house, freshly renovated by architects, is for rent for your holidays.
The Capitaine is an apartment located on the 2nd floor, its exposure is ideal for holidays in Provence, beautiful atmosphere.
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.
This hotel is a beautiful renovated house located on a quiet street, and walking distance to all the hustle and bustle of Aix.
Built in 2013 this modern, contemporary five star hotel in Provence combines art work in contemporary spaces, filled with uber stylish furniture and fittings.
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.
Under the light Cézanne once knew, the Villa Gallici Hotel is an 18th century Provençal house and a member of Relais et Châteaux portfolio.
The hotel has 46 rooms and is well located to visit all the main attractions of Aix-en-Provence.
Mormoiron lies 15km to the east of Carpentras which you can reach by car in around 20 minutes along the D942. Avignon is a further 25 minutes drive on from Carpentras in the same direction.
49 air-conditioned vehicles at your disposal for local transport, airport and rail station transfers, and touristic excursions.
Helitec caters for all your helicopter needs from passenger transport to aerial photography, filming, transport of heavy goods, leisure flights over Provence and the South of France. A great way to see the most beautiful spots from the air.
Chabe Transfers are a well known luxury transfer and taxi service operating in the South of France.
With an International fleet of jets and helicopters based across Europe it is quick and easy to get a private charter flight for business, pleasure or an airport transfer.
300 vehicles at your disposal. All taxi services and transfers airports and Railway stations.
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Set in the prestigious Domaine de Terre Blanche, Villa Augusta is the epitome of contemporary luxury.
Nestled in the heart of the prestigious Terre Blanche estate, this superb property of approximately 428 m² of living space is set on one hectare of landscaped grounds, one of the largest on the estate, offering spectacular views of the surrounding hilltop villages and a rare living environment that is both luxurious and peaceful.
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