When and where to go to experience the lavender season in provence lavender starts to bloom around the time of the summer solstice, mid to end june, until it is harvested, end july to middle of august. The color, texture and the scent of a lavender field is for many the symbol of provence. This lavender field is our gift for those who dine with us at sault and would like to have a wander here before dinner at sunset or after lunch. The best time to see these purple endless lavender fields blossom will vary slightly from year to year and will depend on rainfall and temperature. We found the fields in valensole to be much nicer more full, better color and cleaner not a bunch of weeks sticking out and ruining your shot. All information gathered firsthand, since 1995 villages. Jul 18, 2018 had i continued along the d164 i could have driven to mont ventoux but i simply didnt have the time. Most midseason blooming lavenders belong to the lavandula angustifolia english lavender group. A few kilometers north of sault and aurel, youll find yourself in montbrunlesbains, which officially ranks among frances most beautiful villages. Hi lee, we were in the south of france the first week of july 2015. There is a lot of imported lavender mostly from bulgaria that is sold in shops in southern france for a cheaper price. Sault france is also said to have some of the gorgeous lavender fields which we. For locals and travelers alike, this is one of the most popular vacation spots in the country.
May 30, 2018 the organic farm uses sustainable practices, like alternating lavender and legumes by season so as not to leach the soil of nutrients, in order to create a crop that grows beautifully and ethically year after year. Provence lavender fields are europes answer to japans cherry blossom mania. Your visual markers are the village of sault and the mont ventoux. There was a lavender field after the little hamletcastle of javon on a hilltop with a beautiful view of mont ventoux. On top of the stunning coastline in this area, you will find the dramatic cliffs of the southern alps alongside the plains that are famous for their olives, lavender, and sunflowers. If you dont want to walk the whole way, you can rent a bike to get around. Travel maps for exploring provence, south of france and paris, by provence beyond. Sep 21, 2017 in france, lavender fields bloom from midjune through july. Mothers and their babies, schoolchildren, cranky old men and their dogs, everybody smells of lavender. Better lavender fields in valensole plateau we went to photograph the lavender fields in sault and on the valensole plateau. A visit to the lavender fields in sault, france youtube. Lavender in provence obon paris easy to be parisian. Keep an eye out for mont ventoux and try to get a shot of the flowers with the mountain in the.
The 10 best things to do in sault for travel after. May 10, 2016 from mid june to mid august the plateau of valensole is a sea of purple and the air is scented with lavender. Are you looking to see when the best time to see the lavender fields in provence is. Lavender blooms from mid june to mid august, depending on the area and the seasonal weather.
We took our children to see the lavender fields in the north of provence last weekend at the peak of lavender season. For the largest fields of lavender, head to sault or the better known valensole. Best time to see the lavender fields in provence tripusafrance. Apr 25, 2019 without further due, below is a brief travel trip on how to experience the lavender 2019 season in france. Flowering typically occurs in june or july and tends to last 34 weeks. See the lavender fields in beautiful provence, france. Some of the most famous places for exploring lavender fields in france are near the towns of sault, mont ventoux, senanque abbey and valensole. Aug 15, 2019 the annual sault lavender festival is held each year on august 15 since 1985.
The provence lavender season really depends on the climate and weather conditions for that particular year. Stop in sault, the capital of lavender free time and lunch not included on your own. One of the most visited destinations in the south of france. I went in the last week of junefirst week of july, and the lavender was about halfway grown.
Jul 10, 2014 we took our children to see the lavender fields in the north of provence last weekend at the peak of lavender season. Rain and temperatures will affect how early or late they bloom. Lavender fields bloom from mid june to mid august, depending on the area and the seasonal weather. The best time to see the plants in bloom is from the last week of june to the. Best lavender fields of provence, france 2020 guide. Apr 10, 2020 we traveled to valensole, france for the lavender season in midjune. The blue and violet field of lavender is one of the images that any tourist dreams to capture during her visit to provence. Sault, france sits in the southeastern region of the country, and is an important part of provences lavender industry. Visiting the senanque abbey lavender fields in gordes, france. The blooming season of lavender fields in france is from june to august. The farmers celebrate the lavender harvest season by honoring their beloved little blue flower fr.
Lavender peak blooming season in provence is from june through midaugust. Most mid season blooming lavenders belong to the lavandula angustifolia english lavender group. In coustellet there is even a lavender museum exploring the history of the cultivation of lavender in provence. The conservation garden can be visited by appointment all year round and during the flowering season at 11 am, 3 pm and 5 pm. A lovely day at the sault lavender festival posted by vauclusedreamer on august 16, 2017 december 30, 2019 i do enjoy a good festival whether its a big county show in england or a small local food event in france such as the honey fair at goult this year. Take your time to savor the lavender fields using the gift of all your five senses. The lavender season in the provence is nearly over but i was lucky and grateful to still manage to marvel at some blooming lavender fields.
Apart from gazing at lavender fields, you can also visit lavender farms and distilleries, attend lavender festivals at sault and valreas, and buy lavender products like oil, essences, perfumes, soap, etc. Enjoy many photo stops in the lavender fields in bloom and visit a lavender producer. Just like the valensole plateau, it is difficult to miss the lavender on the sault plateau especially if you drive along the mont ventoux road d164. Sightseeing to discover some of the most beautiful villages in france and enjoy lavender fields around sault. The violet colored lavender fields in france are a big attraction mainly in the region of provence in southern france. A visit to the lavender fields in sault, france lucinda segneri. This little village in southern france is one of the most productive lavender farming places of provence. The ultimate guide to the lavender fields in provence, france. If youve been to france during the lavender season, where did you find lavender in provence. As lavender is one of the most important resources of this territory, along with tourism, try to support the locals as much as possible. When is the best bloom season for lavender fields in france.
Le chemin des lavandes, 84390 sault, france the route that goes through sault ending in carpentras is lovely and one of the largest and most wellknown. Summer in sault comes alive with the purple fragrant sea of blooms. However, it was the romans enthusiastic bathers who first learnt to extract the plants essential oil and who named the plant lavender, from the latin. Best time to see lavender fields in bloom, provence. Spanish lavender lavandula stoechas, sometimes known as french lavender, is the least hardy and most heattolerant of the lavender species. This little village in southern france is one of the most productive lavenderfarming places of. Lavender fields of provence, provencal themes and traditions. Catherine liardets lavender farm, set at an altitude of 720 m, boasts a botanical conservation garden and a nursery where she grows 200 special lavender varieties.
You can check it out on the way to the famous verdon gorge. My journey from murs to sault and back took up most of the day 8 hours. Early july is the best time to visit lavender fields in provence. Jul 27, 2017 the tremendous beauty of the provence region in france during lavender season is just insane. Lavender farms are numerous near the luberon forest, on verdon plateau, as well as around the towns of sault and valensole. This is the question everyone asks me when they come to provence in summer, hoping to see lavender fields rippling in the blazing sun. A day trip exploring the provence lavender fields in france. The map indicates where around the luberon you will find concentrations of lavender fields. Where to see lavender fields in the south of france. Each year the season varies slightly depending on weather conditions leading up to the summer months. The 10 best things to do in sault for travel after quarantine. Most late season lavenders belong to the lavandula x intermedia lavandin group but.
Aim for either of these towns and youll see lavender for miles. Arriving in sault from gordes in april prior the lavender season. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in sault, france on tripadvisor. This little village in southern france is one of the most productive lavenderfarming places of provence. Because of their locations, some of the other fields are harvested at different times than valensole. Where to visit lavender fields in provence this summer. If you start your tour in sault the capital village of lavender the back country is just around the corner. A few kilometers north of sault and aurel, youll find yourself in montbrunles bains, which officially ranks among frances most beautiful villages. These idyllic smalltowns are easily accessible from the mediterranean coast. The lavender in the luberon blooms from around the last week of june to the beginning of august when it is harvested. Admire the hill top villages in the luberon famous thanks to peter mayles booka year in provence.
Mar 01, 2019 provence lavender season when is the best time to visit the fields. The lavender fields in sault are more concentrated than those in valensole. Oct 18, 2017 the best time to see the lavender fields in provence. Generally speaking, the best time to go is between latejune and midjuly. Top 2019 tour dates provence lavender season france off the. Lavender season in provence, lavender fields in france, sault. The probability of finding lavender fields in full bloom is from late june to early august though it greatly depends on the weather. You only know in spring when the provence lavender season starts. Visiting the lavender fields of valensole, france the world. Located on the route du mont ventoux and clearly sign posted, this lavender farm is organic since 1978. In coustellet there is even a lavender museum exploring the.
Lavender season in provence history complete france. Lavender festival in sault, provence 2019 planet eu. All around the city lie immense blue fields alternating with fields of wheat for as far as you can see. Close your eyes and breathe deep your senses tell you you are in provence. The flowering fields emanate a feeling of tranquility and enchantment. The organic farm uses sustainable practices, like alternating lavender and legumes by season so as not to leach the soil of nutrients, in order to create a crop that grows beautifully and ethically year after year. The valley of sault awaits you with tiny roads that weave in and out of lavender fields. Where you can find lavender in provence france travel tips. Lavender season in provence sadly isnt a yearround affair. Theres a 5km path you can follow that will take you past some of the best fields.
Information courtesy of the lavender museum in coustellet. Photo stop at lavender and sunflower field during blooming season. Lavender season in provence, lavender fields in france, sault france, mont ventoux menu access content access. How to visit the provence lavender fields in valensole, france. There are plenty of guided tours operating in this region, but i suggest selfdrive as there is so much to see. Lavender in provence the beauty of the blue lavender. Visiting the lavender fields of valensole, france the. Every year in august the provence town of sault is drenched in the scent of lavender. The best way to see the lavender fields is to drive yourself. In france, lavender fields bloom from midjune through july.
In the afternoon, discover one of the most beautiful villages in france. Head on this purpletinged route through the hilly villages and fortified towns to. Tips for exploring the village of sault the blonde abroad. During peak season it might be a bit crowded at the best spots.
The conservation garden can be visited by appointment all year round and during the flowering season at. Lavender fields can be found in the south of france, in the provencealpescote dazur region. Sault is located in the provencealpescote dazur region of france. June 2328 lavender season june 30july 5 lavender season july 712 lavender season july 1419 lavender season july 2126 lavender season july 28august 2 lavender season august 49 lavender season. The lavender fields in provence have since gained in popularity since we visited so you can expect more crowds. Lavender fields in france valensole plateau in provence. For example, the fields in sault arent harvested until august. There are several lavender fields scattered in the region but valensole plateau, sault plateau, and. A guide to visiting the provence lavender fields rough guides. The farm buildings date back to the 17th century and have been beautifully renovated into what is now surely one of the finest hotels in rural provence.
If youre looking to book a trip to provence, your best chance at seeing lavender in its big, beautiful blooming state will be from midjune to midjuly. The entire region is peppered with vibrant purple fields. Lavender in provence the beauty of the blue lavender fields. My recommended scenic route to take in some of the best sights of this area and the lavender fields would be. Get away from the crowds and head to the roads above sault where you can indulge your love of lavender in peace and quiet apart from the sound of goats and sheep wearing little bells as they frolic in the fields. In general, you can assume the blossoming begins early june and reaches its end at mid of august depending on the area.
There are also sunflower fields readily seen around the same time. Lavender season in provence, lavender fields in france. One of the best places to spot both sunflowers and lavender is the valensole plateau in the alpesdehauteprovence. The fortified castle and church dominate the typical. The annual sault lavender festival is held each year on august 15 since 1985. Nonetheless, if your mission is primarily to photograph the lavender fields, aim to visit in late june and throughout july before the final harvest in august. Chemin des lavandes sault 2020 all you need to know. You can enjoy the lavender fields by car, by bike or on foot.
Maximum group size 16 travelers per tour departure date. We have all the information you need in order to plan your trip to this incredible region, including when the lavender fields are in full bloom. For a mere 60 each per night we had an ensuite room, an outdoor kitchen, the cutest little golden retriever youve ever seen, and most importantly in the summer in france, a pool. There are several route options from st remy to sault but expect to do a lot of driving on narrow roads. Although you might be tempted to also visit the small perched villages in the area, i recommend that you keep it for another day. Lavender farm and lavender conservation garden sault. When the lavender is in bloom depends on the climate. Jun 29, 2018 the deliciously perfumed plant was brought to france around 600 bc by traders from the iles dhyeres, which were then a greek outpost in the mediterranean, near modernday toulon.
Sault is known in the region as one of the best place for lavender. I would like to return a little later in the season to see it in full bloom. Without further due, below is a brief travel trip on how to experience the lavender 2019 season in france. Experiencing the magic of provence, france for many travelers to southern france includes fulfilling the dream of witnessing, photographing, and even walking amidst brilliant purple lavender fields sprinkled across the picturesque valleys and hilltop village landscapes of the provence countryside. A lovely day at the sault lavender festival vaucluse dreamer. Provences fields start to bloom in june by the end of the month, most of the regions lavender will be flowering. Tantalize your senses visit the lavender fields of provence. Lavender season in provence, lavender fields in france, sault france, mont ventoux. Lavender best time to see in the south of france rick. Across the luberon, on its western edge lies the town of. Discover lavender harvest in summer or lavender farms in south of france. Lavender fields provence guide to the lavender fields season in provence, france in 2020. Everything inbetween is a wondrous maze of lavender fields. The tremendous beauty of the provence region in france during lavender season is just insane.
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