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A new chef at the Domaine de Fontenille
published on 18/06/2020
Stepping into the shoes of Jérôme Faure, a new chef is taking over the kitchens of the beautiful Domaine de Fontenille, a Michelin-starred restaurant in the Luberon. Michel Marini will be assisted by Eric Frechon. ...
Latest lavender news at Aroma’Plantes
published on 08/06/2020
On the southern slope of Mont Ventoux, Aroma'Plantes farm and organic distillery never fails to delight with their brand-new ways to discover lavender from every angle. ...
Côteaux du Ventoux cherries now protected by PGI designation
published on 05/06/2020
For the first time in France, a cherry has been designated PGI (Protected Geographical Indication)! The tradition of cherry cultivation in this region has been recorded as far back as the 17th century, and this appellation is the result of generations of hard work to perfect the quality of the fruit. ...
Yoga with a view
published on 02/06/2020
Imagine a yoga session surrounded by contemporary art at the Lambert Collection, or by classical statues in Avignon’s Calvet Museum, or outdoors in a sunny vineyard or lavender field… Provence offers plenty of inspiring locations for yogis who want a change of scenery! ...
The hydroelectric dam at Bollène opens to the public
published on 29/05/2020
You can now come and explore Bollène’s historic hydroelectric power plant on the Rhone river! This masterpiece of industrial architecture was one of the last massive infrastructure projects to be built in post-war France. Commissioned in 1952,… ...
Cavaillon’s hidden gem: the incredible Hôtel d’Agar
published on 29/05/2020
Fans of culture, of the unexpected, of old stonework and contemporary art will love this hidden treasure in Cavaillon. It certainly merits a detour from the D900 road which crosses the Luberon to this ancient town which… ...
Experience the Roman Theatre in Orange with a virtual reality headset
published on 29/05/2020
At the Roman Theatre of Orange, visitors can now extend the traditional tour of this ancient monument with a seven-minute Virtual Reality experience that immerses them in its two-thousand-year history. This is a real bonus, while the… ...
New: the Botanical Garden at Domaine de la Citadelle
published on 28/05/2020
This project has been a work in progress for the past 2 years and has just opened. Its 5 ancient dry-stone wall terraces contain different types of plants: aromatic, medicinal, wild, magical… all with a stunning view… ...