Typical Luberon villages

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Around Domaine de Fontenille, the winding roads of the southern Luberon reveal a mosaic of charming, authentic villages. Just a few minutes away, Lauris and its hanging gardens offer a breathtaking view over the valley of the Durance. Further, Lourmarinone of France's most beautiful villages, with its Renaissance château, lively markets and art galleries. Ansouis and Cucuronless-frequented, reveal peaceful squares, Romanesque churches and blonde stone lanes bathed in light. Each village has its own identity, a blend of heritage and Provencal art de vivre.

Crossing the Combe de Lourmarin to the North Luberon

Borrowing the spectacular Combe de Lourmarina natural fault carved into the rock, visitors enter the Luberon Nord and its emblematic hilltop villages. Bonnieux, Lacoste, Roussillon and Gordes offer majestic panoramas of the Vaucluse mountains and lavender fields. The contrast between the dry stone, pine and agricultural landscapes creates a typically Provencal backdrop, ideal for photographers, hikers and heritage enthusiasts.

The Colorado of Provence and the ochre lands

On the road between Domaine de Fontenille and the Bastide du MourreThe Provencal Colorado of Rustrel invites you to immerse yourself in a unique landscape of red cliffs, canyons and ochre trails. A former natural ochre quarry, this spectacular site evokes the wide-open spaces of the American West, while remaining deeply rooted in the industrial and geological history of the Luberon. Accessible by hiking from Roussillon or Rustrel, it's one of the must-see stops on any stay in the region.

Explore the Luberon from Fontenille

Located in Lauris, in the heart of the Luberon Regional Nature Park, Domaine de Fontenille offers an elegant, soothing retreat after any excursion.

Its listed garden, locavore cuisine and organic wines make it a perfect base camp for exploring the surrounding villages while enjoying the comfort of a warm and inspiring home.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple or a family, this is the place to experience the essence of authentic Provence, a blend of nature, history and art de vivre.