Les Baux de Provence
Provencal village classified as "one of the most beautiful villages in France".
Les Baux de Provence is a well-known village in the Alpilles Regional Nature Park, classified as “one of the most beautiful villages in France” and a veritable eagle’s nest. Les Baux remains a must-see Provencal stopover, where artists, craftsmen and producers bring life to life all year round.
Les Baux-de-Provence is unique, with its extraordinary setting giving it a magical atmosphere and a typically Provencal air. The charm of its narrow streets and shady terraces will win you over …
The village of Les Baux de Provence is located in the heart of the Alpilles on a rocky plateau. It overlooks exceptional landscapes over Arles, the Camargue and the Alpilles, offering breathtaking panoramas. The immense, superb stone fortress is without doubt one of Provence’s must-sees! The village has been patiently restored with great care to preserve its picturesque spirit.
An exceptional heritage
The history of Les Baux de Provence has stood the test of time, and there are many monuments listed as Historic Monuments to discover. A treasure trove of 22 architectural masterpieces will catch your eye during your visit… Church, castle, town hall, hospital, chapels, houses, gates…
The region’s busiest tourist village, it welcomes over one and a half million visitors a year. The village’s 500 inhabitants must really feel like they’re living in a museum!
Admire the beauty of the village as you stroll through its narrow streets, discovering beautiful Renaissance facades, art galleries and museums… And yes, pure bliss… This village can only be visited on foot. You can visit the Musée d’Histoire des Baux, which explains village life and history over the centuries.
The Citadelle des Baux at the far end of the village is a must-see. The 7-hectare site features the main vestiges of Les Baux de Provence’s tumultuous past: ruins of the medieval castle, castral chapel, siege machine exhibits, keep, Saracen tower…
It’s a wonderful story of Provence told in a vast setting of stone and rock.
Les Baux de Provence, Hôtel de Manville
You’ll be fascinated by its exceptional character and its many points of interest (you’ll also discover an audiovisual on Van Gogh).
The visit to the site is fully audioguided (audioguide included in the price of the visit) and lasts around 1 h 30. Commentary is available in 7 languages: French, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch and Japanese.
Outside the village, don’t miss the permanent spectacle of the Image Cathedral, a veritable audiovisual extravaganza projected onto 4,000m² of rock faces as giant screens… Awe-inspiring!
Spa Ventoux Provence in Malaucène (84)
Approximately 1h30 drive from Malaucène, Spa Ventoux Provence, the largest balneotherapy center in Vaucluse, welcomes you every day, all year round. Take time out for a wellness break during your stay in Vaucluse, the establishment offers a wide range of services, in a pleasant, calm setting at the foot of Mont Ventoux, a stopover not to be missed in Vaucluse! Treat yourself …
And why not take advantage of the SPA?
When you stay with us, you benefit from a preferential rate to use the Spa.
Spend a day enjoying the heated swimming pool with massage jets and whirlpool baths, sauna, hammam, salt cave, cardio room, outdoor jacuzzi Scottish bath and solarium garden.
