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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Discover These Authentic Alpilles Villages

January 11, 2022

Within the Parc Naturel Régional des Alpilles are several villages, each with a distinctive character. Authentic Alpilles Villages Below, we highlight a few towns that are not typically on visitors’ itineraries. These villages have as much history and charm as their popular neighbours. But perhaps with some additional authenticity as the attraction is simply a

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Taste · Wines and Spirits of Provence

Exploring the Vineyards of the Alpilles in Provence

October 21, 2021

The Stunning Alpilles The landscape of the Alpilles is not exactly the land of milk and honey but rather a harsh alpine climate that supports the growth of grapes and olives. Known as the Alpilles (small Alps), this 30km band of jagged limestone cliffs and scrub brush is a protected regional park infused with wild

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Guide to the Villages of the Alpilles

September 17, 2021

Beautiful Alpilles Established in 2007, the Parc Naturel Régional des Alpilles covers the mountain range and its flanks. As a protected natural area, there are restrictions on construction and park usage. However, the artifacts from human settlements discovered in these hills date back to the Neolithic era, and the range is the result of millions

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Explore · Keith Van Sickle · Villages Towns and Cities

Our 7 Favourite Villages and Vineyards of the Alpilles

March 31, 2020

Les Alpilles are a small mountain range in Provence, about 20 minutes south of the papal city of Avignon. These mountains and the surrounding countryside are dotted with charming villages and rolling vineyards, the perfect place to spend a few days. My wife and I live part of the year in St-Rémy-de-Provence, a small town

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Shopping & Gifts

Artisans in Provence Le Savoir Faire des Alpilles

October 9, 2019

Showcasing Alpilles Craftsmanship It could only be serendipity that Le Savoir Faire des Alpilles, a boutique showcasing the designs of local artisans, is across the street from the administrative offices of the Parc Naturel Régional des Alpilles. Both groups actively promote the beauty, traditions and natural environment of the small chain of mountains called les

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Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · French Cooking Classes · Local Food Producers · Taste

Jean Martin Company in the Heart the Olives of Les Baux de Provence

November 3, 2017

A Long Olive Story It has been almost 100-years since Jean Martin founded his company in the village of Maussane. In 1920, this town on the southern flank of the Alpilles range had a population of just over 1200 people. When M. Martin senior launched his business of preserving and selling the local olives grown

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Jill Barth · Taste · Wines and Spirits of Provence

Mapping France in Wine Bottles: Where to Get Affordable French Wine

September 27, 2017

If you have the impression that finding affordable wine in France is hard – it is definitely time to revisit that stance. My husband and I have taken several road-trips through France, meeting winemakers and tasting wine – much of it high-quality, AOP wines with price-tags that need to be forgiven for their modesty. …Continue

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