Top Things to do in Luberon
Top 10 Things to do in Luberon, France
Discover the best top things to do in Luberon, France including Truffle Hunting at Les Pastras, Tapiezo, Chausee des Geants, Mines de Bruoux, Le Sentier des Ocres, Abbaye Notre-Dame de Senanque, Chateau St Saturnin Les Apt, Marche du Samedi Matin, Vieille Ville de Gordes, Le Pont Julien.
Restaurants in Luberon
1. Truffle Hunting at Les Pastras
Overall Ratings
5 based on 164 reviews
Go behind the scenes of the world's most secretive business. Take a tour of a Provençal truffle plantation, learn how truffles are cultivated and truffle dogs are trained, and go on a hunt for France's elusive "black gold" with professional hunters who know all the tricks of the trade. You'll be regaled with stories of successes and sabotage, and learn to tell the difference between the different types of French truffles and the "fakes" from China. Tours are followed up with a sampling of fresh truffle hors d'oeuvres, Champagne and a tasting of our Les Pastras olive and truffle oil. A real treat! Truffle Hunting Tour: Truffle hunt, truffle hors d'oeuvres, Champagne, olive and truffle oil tasting: 70€ per person (winter), 60€ per person (summer). Minimum of 2 people. Weekend tours at flexible hours, weekday tours at 6pm (summer) or 4pm (winter). Please book at least one week in advance. Summer season: May 1 - September 30* Winter season: November 15 - March 15* * Weather permitting 50% of the profits from Les Pastras products go to the One Family orphanage in Haiti
Reviewed By Francesca B
We truly enjoyed this experience. Hearing about truffles and the industry was fascinating. It made us realise we knew little about truffles, even though we are enthusiastic consumers. We are now more discerning and critical when been served truffle-based dishes in restaurants. If you find yourself in the South of France, you should make time to visit Les Pastras
2. Tapiezo
Overall Ratings
5 based on 205 reviews
Tapiezo offers abstract constructions based on universal symbols with sans and pigment of Roussillon in Provence. Recognized by the ACADEMIE des ARTS SCIENCES et LETTRES de PARIS. From an algebra known to all and the mysterious hieroglyphs and doors, structured buildings, an original interpretation. A poetic imagination. A work beyond time. A soothing work of art."Tapiezo, a master of happy wisdom. Tapiezo is the new Picasso." It's in these terms that Jean Lacouture speaks of the artist. Tapiezo's recognition is unanimous. He's in the courtyard of the great painters. To discover in the gallery of the contemporary artist Tapiezo - Roussillon in Provence - Luberon Vaucluse - Values Drouot - Akoun - Artprice A french writter, Jacques Salome says : "Enter into an extraordinary poetic universe that fills you with joy and fullness." Tapiezo's works bring good luck."
Reviewed By lukejames52 - Durham, North Carolina
First of all, he is happy and he loves children. His art is unique and beautiful. I love that he takes the substrate (literally) around him and blends on canvas to make something amazing.
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit - well worth the 45 min drive out of our way to see the town and meet the artist. Highly, highly recommend.
3. Chausee des Geants
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 147 reviews
Reviewed By KANewYork - New York
Up a ridge, sits the lovely town of Roussillon. Rather distinct with its ochre hues as opposed to the paler stone elsewhere in Provence. The brilliant colors take on a striking appearance towards evening with the sun on it. The color of the earth is also seen in the buildings in the town.
There's parking (paid) at the entrance to the town.
4. Mines de Bruoux
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 591 reviews
Reviewed By Zularaz - New York
Don your hardhat and walk these hand-dug halls of ochre (and mushroom farming! Who knew?). This extraordinary space is networked with tunnels that are 2-3 storeys tall ... like a Cathedral, with vaulted arches imbued with the yellowish red of ochre and, in places, pooled with water that reflects in shimmering waves on the walls and ceilings like an enchanted grotto. So cool. Knowledgeable guides (some tours available in English) can tell you the history of this type of mining and its importance to the locals who worked here. Poor guys ... the telltale yellow stain on their clothes and skin was a warning sign to single girls at the local dances. They didn't want to dance with the boys who would make so little and die so young. This site is a testament to their skill, their courage, and their perseverance.
5. Le Sentier des Ocres
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By DANIELLA107 - London, United Kingdom
I never expected this. The colors are amazing. What a surprise. Go for it. It is a gorgeous place . Ochr color of the sand. There is a path making the walk quite easy.
6. Abbaye Notre-Dame de Senanque
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Founded in the 12th century, Notre-Dame-de-Sénanque is a unique example of a Cistercian abbey and still an active monastery.
Reviewed By David M - Portland, Oregon
I started with fairly low expectations: I don't really care about lavender and that was supposed to be the big attraction. Travelling through beautiful countryside helped my mood a lot. I was not disappointed to find that the lavender crop was long past-- it's a June crop and this was September. Still, the exterior aesthetics of the building and the field was very impressive. And then we went inside...
Suddenly everything was changed. This is a serious monastery with monks pledged to silence and prayer. They are rarely even seen by outsiders. Bare stone walls with vaulted ceilings; stone and wood Seating, with no cushions to be found; clear glass windows rather than stained glass. This was an ascetic monastery with no apparent compromises (other than the gift shop staffed by volunteers rather than the monks themselves.) Inside the complete opposite of the outside fields and natural surroundings. Only the columns at the cloister indicated any sort of adornment.
This may sound like a thoroughly unpleasant interior, but I didn't feel it that way. Instead, it helped me appreciate the surrounding beauty. It was calm-- serene-- and thoughtful.
7. Chateau St Saturnin Les Apt
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By Moments4Life - Highland Village, Texas
Every traveler's priorities differ, but if you are looking for a gem off the beaten path, I highly recommend visiting St-Saturnin-les-Apt. We counted this in the same category as Saignon, a small peaceful village worthy of exploration and devoid of tourist traffic flow. I'm not a tourist snob, I just find it interesting to still find deserted enclaves amidst popular regions. The village can easily be explored within 15 minutes, and you can stop into one of the few cafes where owners seem not to speak a bit of English- which I absolutely love. Seek out the little cafe with the terrier named Mistral; he embodies a true Frenchman's reincarnated temperament, and kept us in stitches as he followed us out and about the village.
As for the 12th century ruins that sit above the village- truly worth the detour to stop and explore. The church remains intact, and sadly, closed, but the exploring the ruins and enjoying the views quickly make you forget your disappointment. We found adequate parking at the base of the hill, which centered us for walking through the village as well as walking to the ruin. If looking for a terrific outdoor lunch with stupendous views before or after this visit, I recommend the outdoor restaurant at the posh resort, Domaine des Andeols aptly named for the large plane tree, "Le Platane", or Sous Le Plantane. It's located a few miles outside of the village. Very relaxing and the view is everything you imagined Provence to be- rolling hills, lavender, herbs, and cherry trees surrounding you.
8. Marche du Samedi Matin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 168 reviews
Reviewed By Diana B - Iasi, Romania
Nice market, with plenty of produce, and with lots of other things: soap, lavender oil, wonderful handmade bags of lavender, lavender honey, olives, cheese, hummus (chickpea paste, or pois-chiche, locally) and so on, for all tastes. We enjoyed watching, smelling, hearing, tasting, touching... All our senses were satisfied...
9. Vieille Ville de Gordes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 738 reviews
Reviewed By KANewYork - New York
Pretty town located along a hill. There's paid street side parking as you approach the town and a few lots further. Very pretty setting with the houses and buildings descending along the slopes of the hills- along winding pretty streets. There's a beautiful view of the town from the hill across- en route to Rousillon.
10. Le Pont Julien
Overall Ratings
4 based on 214 reviews
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