Things to do in the Luberon
Explore the must-sees
The colours of the Luberon
Embark on a colourful journey during your stay in the Luberon!
A land where the red of the cliffs mingles with the ochre tones of picturesque villages and where the laid-back Provençal lifestyle captures the hearts of its inhabitants.
The Luberon Regional Nature Park
One-hundred-year-old trees and ochre landscapes
To admire one-hundred-year-old trees, take a stroll in the Cedar Forest – a spectacular part of the Luberon Regional Nature Park. Nearly 10 km in size, enjoy breathing in the woodland scent and imagine yourself scaling the highest peaks of the Atlas Mountains!
To extend your walk, head towards the Ochre footpaths for a colourful experience amongst the ochre cliffs. One of the park’s most iconic sites, the cliffs are tinted with red, orange and yellow tones – worthy of an artist’s palette!
Don’t hesitate to come just after a thunderstorm – it’s at this moment that the ochre footpaths reveal their finest jewels!
For thrill seekers
Head to Buoux for a rock climbing session at a site celebrated across the world! Once at the top, admire the panorama over the Luberon Regional Nature Park.
A tour of the Luberon in 59 seconds
We’ll take you on a little tour to discover the landscapes and villages of the Luberon!
Rustrel – the Provençal Colorado
The Provençal Colorado is a geological curiosity that you must see at least once in your lifetime!
This place could be mistaken for a western film set – the landscapes look as though they’ve been taken from the deserts of Utah. Begin with the Sahara trail – the Provençal Colorado’s most famous path. Everyone, young and old, will be in awe of the geological forms and brilliant colours of the site.
Firm favourite
Take the ‘Chemin des Fées’ (Fairies’ Path) for an otherworldly journey: the hills of stone seem to come straight from lunar craters.
Top experiences in the Luberon
The Luberon’s villages
The Luberon – where each Provençal village is even more beautiful than the last.
Roussillon – the most well-known hilltop village – boasts ochre walls typical of the region.
Slow down and take the time to live the Provence lifestyle, by getting lost in the narrow streets of Gordes or Menerbes, two villages known to have kept their authenticity and traditional stone houses.
Sénanque Abbey in Gordes is incidentally an essential part of the region! Don’t miss the Bories village for an immersion in the Provence of bygone eras: these former shepherd’s huts are an example of the area’s rich heritage.
Have you fallen under the spell yet? We’ll leave you to discover the Luberon’s hilltop villages so you can explore other Provençal gems!
Itinerary ideas in Luberon
What to visit in the Luberon?
Gordes, by day and by night
