Located at the heart of France’s hexagonal territory, Auvergne is a sparsely populated land of volcanic plateaus and large valleys. Unlike the Alps to the east or the Pyrénées to the southwest, its highest peaks reach only 6,000 feet above sea level and are free of snow in summer. The local authorities? efforts to safeguard the environment have made Auvergne one of the last protected zones in Europe.
Before going to Auvergne, familiarize yourself with its history and its gastronomy.
Located at the foot of the Alpilles mountain range, more than a mile away from the village of Eygalieres-en-provence, in an area inhabited since the Noelithic Period, it has been handed down from father to son until 1848. Built in 1572 for the Consul Pierre Isnard, […]
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0 Read MoreIn the very heart of traditional Provence, haven of peace near the Salon de Provence historical center, the city of Nostradamus, with the Emperi medieval fortress towering above. Mediterranean taste and refinement provide high-standard comfort for nearby Alpilles and Camargue. Francis Robin’s cooking elevates all savours […]
0 Read MoreThe Gleizes’s innovative cuisine is inspired by the subtle aromas of the Haute-Provence region. Excellent regional wines. Retire to one of the 18 tastefully decorated rooms to prolong this gourmet stay. According to your fancy, simple cuisine «Au Goût du Jour». Walks in the fragrant garrigues.
0 Read MoreAix’s best kept secret! First built in the 16th century, this charming hotel surrounded by beautiful gardens “a la Française”, has regained its former glory. Completely remodeled in 1991 the Chateau de la Pioline is very quiet (1.5 miles from the crowded city center) and features […]
0 Read MoreThis sumptuous XVIIth century Carmelite convent, converted into a luxury hotel, is bathed in an aura of charm and serenity. Today the cloisters, the elegant chapel, a protected historical site, still echoes with the strains of heavenly music when it hosts private classical and baroque concerts. […]
0 Read MoreIn the heart of the Alpilles, one of the most prestigious houses in Southern France, endowed with all leisure activities. A serene harmony reigns between this villa with its outspread wings and the peaceful valley which surrounds it. The spacious terrace with its shady nooks or […]
0 Read MoreA majestic and luxurious residence reconstructed on remains dating from the Templar Knights in the heart of the Luberon. 2 miles from Gordes and 18 miles of Avignon this amazing place, comfortable, elegant and warm has beautiful rooms and prestige suites with private swimming pool flooded […]
0 Read MoreIn the heart of a small medieval village, just between Nimes and Avignon, close to the Cevennes national park, the Camargue and the Alpilles… In less than an hour driving, you will find a lavish variety of landscapes, cultural attractions and events. On the spot: swimming […]
0 Read MoreA few miles from Avignon, this charming Provençal inn is like an oasis of beauty and comfort. Fully renovated in 1995, the rooms are spacious, mixing terra-cotta and antique Provençal furniture, all rooms are equipped with A/C, luxurious bathrooms, hair dryer, cable TV, safe and minibar. […]
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