The landscape is very diverse: from the famous lavender fields to the turquoise waters of the Gorges du Verdon , the hilltop Luberon villages overlooking the valley to the warm Mediterranean sea, and of course the unique Camargue ecosystem. In the heart of Provence, the Luberon valley is without a doubt one of the most pleasant and picturesque regions in the south of France and is attracting French and foreign tourists alike with its medieval villages, endless wineries, and historical and cultural associations.
If you think you have never heard of the Luberon valley, think again. Most of the drive is on the A8 highway, so it is a quick and easy drive. Marseille International Airport is only 40 mins drive away with a mix of highway and secondary roads. Like most rural regions in France, unfortunately, it is not easy to get around Provence and the Luberon valley by public transport or taxi.
The best way to explore the Luberon villages is definitely by car. There are also a lot of biking trails that are pretty well indicated, however, the region is very hilly which makes biking challenging if you are not used to it.
My best piece of advice: electric bikes!! You can rent some from Sun-E-Bike in Bonnieux. Check out some nice biking itineraries around Provence here. Saignon is a tiny medieval hilltop village of around inhabitants. The winding cobbled streets lead to the beautiful village center, a square with a picturesque fountain surrounded by old flowering houses.
Climb to the Rock of Saignon, and you will get a beautiful view of the Luberon valley and nearby villages. There is not much to do in Saignon except walking around and having a nice lunch. There is also a small market of local specialties every Thursday from April to October. Where to eat in Saignon: Le Comptoir Baltazar is a small restaurant near the church with a menu of delicious homemade local specialties and local rose wine. Well known and more touristy, Lourmarin is one of the 5 villages in the.
