To See & Do

Get ready to enjoy all the wonders that Provence and the Luberon have to offer — spending time here is a feast for all five senses and your spirit.  Our favorite thing to do is simply relax and soak it all in, and we invite you to do the same in sharing the experience of the weekend’s events and places.

If you’d like to explore a bit or you’re planning a longer stay in the area, here are some of our favorite highlights.  For even more information, download this list of Mitzi and Harry’s suggestions — including restaurants, sightseeing, and markets.  Luberon.com also has an extensive list of local sights and activities.

 

Abbaye de Senanque

The Abbaye de Senanque is a functioning 12th-century Cistertian abbey very close to Gordes. The monks sing a Vespers service in the chapel every night at 6pm, open... (more)

Bonnieux

The village of Bonnieux is perched on a narrow, steep ridge, rising up from the valley opposite Lacoste to the 12th-century Catholic church at the top with its... (more)

Gordes

Gordes is a gorgeous village perched on the southern edge of the high Plateau de Vaucluse.  The stone buildings built in tight against the base of the cliffs... (more)

Lacoste

Lacoste is the hilltop village where it all began, when Ellen attended Lacoste School for the Arts in 1992.  The school is now part of the Savannah School... (more)

Morning Markets

There is a different local market every day in the valley where you can find delicious lavender sachets, antiques and gifts for everyone back home.  If you can... (more)

Rent Bicycles

Exploring the valley on two wheels is exhilarating, especially on the hills!  You can rent bicycles by the day or for your entire visit at Sun-e-bike in the... (more)

Rousillon

Roussillon is famous for the rich deposits of ochre pigments found in the clay near the village.  You can see the ochre ridges from village miles away —... (more)