Roussillon – A Very Colorful Day in Provence

The Village of Roussillon

“Une Journée Très Colorée”…

The village of Roussillon is a tiny village filled with cafés and galleries selling pottery, art, and souvenirs.  It is a quaint little village perched on top of hillside, painted hues of orange, yellow and reds to match the nearby ochre mines.  The most beautiful approach is in the morning arriving from Saint-Saturnin-les-Apt, as the rising sun casts a soft golden light over the village.

…Continue reading here to see the rest of the photo gallery from Girl Gone Gallic’s day in Roussillon. Then, discover why you want to visit this gorgeous colourful village in the Luberon. Learn about the legend surrounding the red ochre cliffs and take a walk along the “Sentier des Ocres.” And, bonus travel tips on where to stay nearby.

Roussillon’s Colourful Ochres

Roussillon’s primary attraction is its location perched on the side of a hill in the Luberon Valley. However, the red-hued cliffs standing guard at the edge of this town create a jaw-dropping vista you won’t forget. We visited Roussillon first during a bike trip, and I’m sure I had my head down while climbing the hill. It was only at the top when I caught the rest of the group and my breath that I could take in the stunning view. Natural red, orange, and yellow ochre bands bleed down the cliff edge framing the Luberon views.

Full day Bandol & Cassis Discovery Wine Tour from Marseille

Begin your journey in the medieval village of Le Castellet, perched elegantly atop a wooded hill overlooking lush vineyards. Next, venture into the renowned Bandol wine region.

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott

With her camera and laptop close at hand, Carolyne has traded in her business suits for the world of freelance writing and blogging. Her first airplane ride at six months of age was her introduction to the exciting world of travel.

While in Provence, Carolyne can be found hiking with friends, riding the hills around the Alpilles or tackling Mont Ventoux. Her attachment to the region resonates in Perfectly Provence this digital magazine that she launched in 2014. This website is an opportunity to explore the best of the Mediterranean lifestyle (food & wine, places to stay, expat stories, books on the region, travel tips, real estate tips and more), through our contributors' articles.

Carolyne writes a food and travel blog Ginger and Nutmeg. Carolyne’s freelance articles can be found in Global Living Magazine, Avenue Magazine and City Palate (Published Travel Articles).