Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Stay Fit Beyond the Veloroute – cycle to Simiane La Rotonde August 3, 2016Contributor blog post by Vaucluse Dreamer: I have to admit to being rather tired last night. Yesterday’s cycle took us onto one of the roads that turns left just before the end of the Veloroute du Calavon and it felt as if we spent most of our time going up hill. …Continue reading here for Julie’s …Continue Reading
Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Villages Towns and Cities Exploring Provence the Luberon Villages and Beyond May 12, 2021I thought it was time to revisit something I did soon after starting this blog to do an A-Z of the Luberon and Vaucluse. I started it all those years ago, before we had bought the house, and with much less knowledge than we have now. Also, I never actually got past P, and as …Continue Reading
Cheryl Shufflebotham · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Saignon Unspoiled and Stunning Hilltop Village July 1, 2016The tranquil village of Saignon perched high on a hill above the town of Apt is a quintessential French village. From the cobblestone streets winding their way past colourful shutters, intricate doorways, gorgeous fountains, and an ancient lavoir (washhouse) to the rock of Saignon high above, this beautiful village is definitely worth a visit. Cheryl’s …Continue Reading
Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Villages Towns and Cities Menerbes the Luberon Village Made for Exploring November 5, 2019Hilltop Menerbes We often find ourselves sitting on the wall on the front edge of the pretty village of Menerbes, while we’re out exploring the area on our bikes. Like so many of the hilltop villages in the Luberon, it has an incredible view that stretches as far as Mont Ventoux. We spend time sitting …Continue Reading