During your stay at Mas d’Eyrolles, let yourself be enchanted by an escapade in Provence, a region bathed in light, rich in picturesque landscapes and historical heritage, less than an hour from your gîte.
The Parc Naturel Régional des Alpilles is a jewel of Provence, where limestone reliefs sculpted by time mingle with olive groves and lavender fields. This unspoilt territory offers numerous hiking trails and spectacular panoramas, ideal for contemplation. It’s also a haven for exceptional flora and fauna, with Bonelli’s eagles and cypress trees typical of Provence.
The typical villages of Provence are an invitation to stroll. Les Baux-de-Provence, perched on a rocky outcrop, seduces visitors with its medieval castle and cobbled streets. Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, immortalized by Van Gogh, is a haven of art and culture, with galleries, markets and shady terraces. Nearby, the Abbey of Montmajour, a majestic medieval monastery, bears witness to the spiritual history of the region and offers a breathtaking view of the Alpilles.
Then discover Beaucaire and Tarascon, twin towns separated by the Rhône but united by a rich historical past. Beaucaire, a former river port, features quays lined with elegant facades and a medieval castle overlooking the town. Opposite, Tarascon is famous for its imposing Château du Roi René and its legends, notably that of the Tarasque, a mythical creature that still haunts the Provencal imagination.
Finally, a visit to Provence would not be complete without a stopover in Avignon, the city of the Popes. Its majestic Palais des Papes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, bears witness to its historic importance. Stroll through its lively streets, admire the famous Pont Saint-Bénézet and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of this city of art and culture, especially during the famous theater festival.
With its unspoilt countryside, picturesque villages and exceptional heritage, Provence invites you on a unique sensory journey. Let yourself be charmed by its colors, scents and incomparable art of living!
