A day in the Luberon: after Oppedes to Menerbes
Explore · Guided Holiday ToursPhilippe Goninet shares: Driving from Oppede, Menerbes is clearly signposted and is located about 10 minute drive. Roads are narrow and bendy but usually not much traffic. One of the perfect scenic road where to stop and shoot the perfect pictures of true Provence.
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