
Lavender farm & conservation garden, Sault
The lavender collection is certified by French National Conservatory for specialist plant collections, and is located on family land on the Route du Mont Ventoux, near the village.
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Explore the protected woods of the 17th century Lord
The surrounding woods of Sault were protected in the 17th Century under Colbert. The grazing of animals was prohibited to ensure the best wood to build the royal fleet. Colberts legislation on the woods regulated the exploitation so that the resinous trees could be used for the masts and the oak planks used for the hulls.
This walk can be found on IGN map 3240OT
The lavender collection is certified by French National Conservatory for specialist plant collections, and is located on family land on the Route du Mont Ventoux, near the village.
This 80 hectare farm and distillery was originally created in 1978 and now welcomes visitors from around the world.
The gorges de la Nesque is an impressive and wild canyon of around 12 kilometres in length, scoured out by the river at its bottom.
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.
Built on a rocky bluff at 400 metres above sea level is the remains of a Medieval fortress which offers great views of the surrounding Vaucluse and Alpilles mountains.
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.
This organic Michelin starred restaurant is situated just 12km outside Arles on the road to Sambuc and is run by the chef Armand Arnal.
This small restaurant is on the Rue Peyrollerie, a winding alley just off the Place St Pierre. It is a great option for vegetarians, offering a wide variety of cheese dishes and salads but there are also fish dishes available.
Small restaurant where you will never eat the same thing twice. Their menu is solely based on what good fresh ingredients the local market has to offer in the mornings.
This wonderful contemporary-styled restaurant features dishes that you may never have suspected to have existed.
This is a popular place with both locals and travellers. It has a small cosy interior so if you want to dine there, best to get there earlier rather than later.
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.
This huge waterpark covers an area of 4.7 hectares and includes a surf simulator, waterslides and a river feature called river land.
Waterpark complex that contains a lagoon, 25m pool, whirlpool basin, waterslides for children and adults, cascades of water, rivers, paddling pools and much more.
This is probably the most family orientated waterpark on the Cote d'Azur. With several friendly slides, a fun pool, food and drinks, ice creams, and shopping all at hand.
In the depths of the Drôme countryside in the French Provence, this 5 Star Residential Campsite comes complete with an entirely heated Aquatic Complex, which is open to the public.
Aqualand in St Cyr Sur Mer offer you 11 wicked slides in a great park environment with drinks, food, and shops for you to enjoy.
With numerous slides, including the King Cobra - unique is western Europe - this is the largest waterpark on the Cote d'Azur! Inludes a rest area, show area, clockroom, fast food, grill and pizzeria, ice creams, drinks, and shop.
This small hotel lies just to the east of Bedoin village in Sainte Colomb, within easy reach of Mont Ventoux.
Located just 2 kilometres north of the village of Malaucene, this charming B&B has great views of the surrounding mountains and countryside.
Set in a traditional Provencal building, and carefully renovated, Lou Cardalines offers two guest houses with direct garden or terrace access.
This B&B has unbroken views of the mighty Mont Ventoux and is decorated with a charming mix of old and new fixtures and fittings.
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.
This fortified farmhouse has been converted into a lovely B&B not far from Bedoin village centre.
Parking at the Defends horse raceing track just to the north of Sault, take the pebbly road to the north west. After passing Le Defends continue on towards the Roumane intersection. From here follow a stoney path on the right and pass La Rouyere intersection to reach Mougne pass. Go along the path to the right, take the first path on the right then after 200m take the trail to the left. After another 80m you will reach the Defends cave.
Continue straight on, then take the wide road on the right to the Loutar-du-Doup intersection, take the path on the left and come to the D950 at the Hermitage. Cross the road, then continue along it on the left, followed by the first path on the right. This trail makes a wide loop and reaches the Curni ravine. On your left, take the dirst road which starts off flat then rises to reach the Trou de l'Eimine. Continue along this stony route towards the Pourraches woods, then go down the road, crossing the shooting range on the right and 200m back up the trail to Mougne. Follow the trail in the same direction, cross the D950 and return to the starting point.
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