Lavender fields tour
Valensole plateau and Sénanque Abbey when the lavender is in full bloom.
See dates and prices →☀️ Relaxed things to do
Luberon hill villages tour
Gordes, Roussillon's ochre cliffs and Bonnieux in one easy day.
See dates and prices →Avignon and the Palais des Papes
The medieval papal palace and the famous bridge.
See dates and prices →🍷 Foodie things to do
Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine tour
Taste famous Rhône reds in family cellars near Avignon.
See dates and prices →Provençal cooking class
Shop for ingredients, then cook a Provençal lunch with a local chef.
See dates and prices →Provençal market tour
The famous markets of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue or Lourmarin with a local guide.
See dates and prices →Black truffle hunt and tasting
Follow a truffle dog through oak woods, then taste the harvest.
See dates and prices →🧗 Adventure things to do
Kayak to the Pont du Gard
Paddle down the Gardon river and pass under the Roman aqueduct.
See dates and prices →E-bike tour of the Luberon
Ride between villages on quiet lanes and cycle paths.
See dates and prices →Hot air balloon over the Luberon
Sunrise flight over villages, vineyards and fields.
See dates and prices →Camargue day trip
White horses, pink flamingos and the wild wetlands of the Rhône delta.
See dates and prices →Gorges du Verdon day trip
Europe's grandest canyon and its turquoise lake.
See dates and prices →Where wedding guests should eat in Provence
La Mirande
Avignon
Elegant dining in a mansion beside the Papal Palace.
Map ↗L'Oustau de Baumanière
Les Baux-de-Provence
Legendary Michelin-starred restaurant in the Alpilles.
Map ↗La Chassagnette
Near Arles
Michelin-starred cooking from its own Camargue garden.
Map ↗Le Vivier
L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Terrace over the river.
Map ↗Le Fournil
Bonnieux
Dining room carved into the rock, terrace on the square.
Map ↗La Closerie
Ansouis
Excellent value with valley views.
Map ↗Maison Gouin
L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Butcher's shop turned bistro. Great lunches.
Map ↗Café Fleurs
L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Garden by the river, perfect after the Sunday market.
Map ↗Le Carré du Palais
Avignon
Rhône wine bar facing the Papal Palace.
Map ↗Le Bistro du Paradou
Paradou
One set menu with wine included. Fun with a group.
Map ↗Café de la Poste
Goult
Simple village café, the heart of Goult.
Map ↗Les Halles d'Avignon
Avignon
Covered market with stalls and counters.
Map ↗Where to stay
- Domaine de Fontenille $$$
Lauris. Vineyard estate with gardens and a spa. - La Bastide de Gordes $$$
Gordes. Cliffside hotel with views over the Luberon. - Hôtel d'Europe $$$
Avignon. Historic hotel inside the city walls.
Getting around
- A car is the only practical way to get around the countryside.
- TGV trains from Paris arrive at Avignon TGV station, about 30 minutes from the Luberon.
- Village parking fills fast on market days. Arrive early.
- Taxis are rare. Book drivers in advance for the wedding night.
Arriving
Marseille (MRS) is about 1 hour away. High-speed trains reach Avignon from Paris in 2h40.
Good to know for guests in Provence
- Currency: Euro (EUR)
- Tipping: Service is included by law ("service compris"). Leaving a few euros extra for good service is a nice touch, not an obligation.
- Dinner time: Dinner from about 7:30 to 9:30 pm. Village restaurants may stop serving early.
- Power plugs: Type C and E plugs, 230 V.
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Questions guests ask about Provence
When is the best time for a wedding in Provence?
May to early July, September to October is the most popular season. Perched stone villages, lavender fields, markets and rosé on shaded terraces. Weddings usually take place at a country mas or château.
How do guests get to Provence?
Marseille (MRS) is about 1 hour away. High-speed trains reach Avignon from Paris in 2h40.
How do guests get around Provence?
A car is the only practical way to get around the countryside. TGV trains from Paris arrive at Avignon TGV station, about 30 minutes from the Luberon. Village parking fills fast on market days. Arrive early. Taxis are rare. Book drivers in advance for the wedding night.
What can wedding guests do in Provence as a group?
Good group options include lavender fields tour, luberon hill villages tour, châteauneuf-du-Pape wine tour, provençal cooking class. Most have private options for 10 to 20 people.
Is there a ready-made weekend plan for guests in Provence?
Yes. Our Provence wedding weekend itinerary has relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
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Ready-made relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
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Group-friendly places for the welcome or rehearsal dinner and the day-after brunch, with local dinner times and tipping.
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