Lourmarin is a popular destination in Provence. It's pretty town centre and Renaissance castle make it more interesting than some of the smaller towns in the area and it's proximity to Avignon makes it an easy weekend trip for Parisians who come in on the TGV.
Lormarin lies in the heart of Provence about 40km north of Aix and 70 km south east of Avignon. The town itself is pretty and worth exploring and when the summer heat takes it's toll there are plenty of cafes and restaurants where you can stop for refreshment. Make sure you visit the Place des Delice which has some of the best ice cream in Provence.
Local produce, delicatessen foods shops antique stores, and art galleries are here too and the whole area is lush, green and pretty.
The main draw of Lourmarin, aside from great ice cream, is the castle which perches on a small hill just outside the town. It's worth the walk up to the castle just to wander round the gardens.
Lourmarin is a beautiful village with winding lanes, good places to eat and an impressive castle. The whole Provence package in one little town.
