Explore · Keith Van Sickle · Stay Fit An Easy Biking Route in the Luberon Valley to Try September 20, 2021One of my favourite biking routes is the Véloroute du Calavon, in the Luberon Valley. It’s a pretty ride and very easy. Biking on a Voie Verte This route is a voie verte (or “greenway”), a paved route for bikers, walkers and rollerbladers. There is a network of them in France, many built where railroad …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Guided Holiday Tours How to Spend a Luberon Weekend in Goût et Voyage Style August 1, 2016Martine Bertin-Peterson is intrepid; she had a window of 90 minutes of “downtime” between her back-to-back tour groups, yet she agreed to meet me for a glass of rosé. Beneath the walls of the immense Palais des Papes in Avignon, we chatted about her food and wine excursions in Provence. Goût et Voyage trips are like …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Les Baux de Provence Perched High in the Alpilles February 10, 2022Fortifications have long existed in the Alpilles because the cliffs and rocky outcroppings made for perfect defensive positions. Plus, the high places make it easy to spot signs of danger. Unfortunately, these fortifications were built of wood or earth for much of human history, so little or no trace remains today. But in the 10th …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Provencal Charm 10 Villages to Visit in the Luberon Valley April 1, 2024Provence is known for its picturesque villages and stunning scenery, and the Luberon Valley has some of the most famous towns perched on hillsides, historically for defence purposes and provide lovely photos today. Below is our list of 10 villages that we considered must-sees in the Luberon Valley: Ansouis The village of Ansouis inside the …Continue Reading