Guidebook for Rustrel
Sightseeing
Nearby village set into the mountains. Beautiful church in the village center and climb up the ramparts to the 11th century abbey at the top for incredible views of the village and countryside.
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Saint-Saturnin-lès-Apt
Nearby village set into the mountains. Beautiful church in the village center and climb up the ramparts to the 11th century abbey at the top for incredible views of the village and countryside.
Situated in the heart of the Alpilles on a rocky plateau. This stone fortress is one of the "must-sees" in Provence, with 22 architectural treasures classified as "Historic Monuments".
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Les Baux-de-Provence
Situated in the heart of the Alpilles on a rocky plateau. This stone fortress is one of the "must-sees" in Provence, with 22 architectural treasures classified as "Historic Monuments".
Classified as one of the “Most Beautiful Villages of France”. Lots of cafes, shops & galleries. 15th century castle. Take time to stop by the cemetery to see where Albert Camus is buried.
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Lourmarin
Classified as one of the “Most Beautiful Villages of France”. Lots of cafes, shops & galleries. 15th century castle. Take time to stop by the cemetery to see where Albert Camus is buried.
Climb the 86 stone steps to the "Vieille Eglise". It’s worth the beautiful views of the Monts du Vaucluse, Gordes & Roussillon. Friday mornings - one of the larger provencal markets in the area.
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Bonnieux
Climb the 86 stone steps to the "Vieille Eglise". It’s worth the beautiful views of the Monts du Vaucluse, Gordes & Roussillon. Friday mornings - one of the larger provencal markets in the area.
Camargue is the meeting place of the Rhône and Mediterranean. A protected park of 85,000 ha, Camargue is composed of vast plains of wetlands all watched over by pink flamingoes and wild horses.
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Aigue morte
Camargue is the meeting place of the Rhône and Mediterranean. A protected park of 85,000 ha, Camargue is composed of vast plains of wetlands all watched over by pink flamingoes and wild horses.
Beautiful hilltop village. Be sure to visit the 14th century church, St Hilaire Abbey, at the top of the village with views across the countryside. Also the quirky Corkscrew Museum.
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Ménerbes
Beautiful hilltop village. Be sure to visit the 14th century church, St Hilaire Abbey, at the top of the village with views across the countryside. Also the quirky Corkscrew Museum.
Gordes is classified as one of France’s most beautiful villages. It rises out of the rock and is anchored by a castle in the center of town. Summertime, check out shows at the outdoor amphitheater
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Gordes
Gordes is classified as one of France’s most beautiful villages. It rises out of the rock and is anchored by a castle in the center of town. Summertime, check out shows at the outdoor amphitheater
One of my favorite villages in all Luberon. Lying in the heart of one of the biggest ochre deposits in the world, Roussillon is famous for its red cliffs & hiking trails. Many shops and restaurants.
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Roussillon
One of my favorite villages in all Luberon. Lying in the heart of one of the biggest ochre deposits in the world, Roussillon is famous for its red cliffs & hiking trails. Many shops and restaurants.
Lavendar fields and more lavendar fields – June/July.And a backdrop of Mont Ventoux.
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Sault
Lavendar fields and more lavendar fields – June/July.And a backdrop of Mont Ventoux.
Stunning aqueduct over three towering levels that was begun in 19 BC.
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Pont du Gard (Riva Destra)
24 Av. du Pont du GardStunning aqueduct over three towering levels that was begun in 19 BC.
Shopping
Open only on weekends and Mondays, an antique lovers paradise.
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L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Open only on weekends and Mondays, an antique lovers paradise.
Marie-Pierre owns this terrific gourmet shop full of provencal products. A very nice cave downstairs with a good selection of wines. As you walk up the hill toward the church, the shop is on right.
Au Gout du Jour
5 Rue Richard CasteauMarie-Pierre owns this terrific gourmet shop full of provencal products. A very nice cave downstairs with a good selection of wines. As you walk up the hill toward the church, the shop is on right.
Arts & Culture
Francoise trained in Lyons and is a contemporary painter. Her gallery is located just past the bistros on the left in the village center. Atelier FD. Ring the bell if the gallery is closed.
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Place de la Mairie
Rue VauvenarguesFrancoise trained in Lyons and is a contemporary painter. Her gallery is located just past the bistros on the left in the village center. Atelier FD. Ring the bell if the gallery is closed.
Everything Else
Wow! Hike through stunning ochre cliffs and formations. Just 1 km away from the house. You'll be impressed!
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Il Colorado provenzale
D22Wow! Hike through stunning ochre cliffs and formations. Just 1 km away from the house. You'll be impressed!
Cooking classes:
Petite Route des Baux
13210 St.-Remy-de-Provence
Tel: 04.90.92.39.32
Email: mascornud@live.com
Website: http://www.mascornud.com
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Cooking classes:
Petite Route des Baux
13210 St.-Remy-de-Provence
Tel: 04.90.92.39.32
Email: mascornud@live.com
Website: http://www.mascornud.com
Essentials
The best big grocery – “Simply Market” - is in Apt, about 10 kms away. Opening hours are Mon-Sat from 0830 – 2000 and on Sundays from 0830 - 1200. The address:
554 Route d'Avignon, 84400 Apt
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Apt
The best big grocery – “Simply Market” - is in Apt, about 10 kms away. Opening hours are Mon-Sat from 0830 – 2000 and on Sundays from 0830 - 1200. The address:
554 Route d'Avignon, 84400 Apt
Food Scene
Les Petits Clements, 84400 Villars. Tel: 04.90.75.45.18
www.latabledepablo.com/contacts.php
About 5 kms from the house – go for lunch on the terrasse during the weekend … only EUR 16!
Les Petits Cléments
Les Petits Clements, 84400 Villars. Tel: 04.90.75.45.18
www.latabledepablo.com/contacts.php
About 5 kms from the house – go for lunch on the terrasse during the weekend … only EUR 16!
Crepes, faux filet ... all overlooking the chateau! Route Apt, Lourmarin. Tel: 04.90.68.00.33.
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La Louche à Beurre
Route d'AptCrepes, faux filet ... all overlooking the chateau! Route Apt, Lourmarin. Tel: 04.90.68.00.33.
Le Bistrot de Lourmarin Restaurant
2 Avenue Philippe de GirardFabulous, delicious, and overlooking the chateau.