Hanging on the southern flank of the Montagne Sainte-Victoire, Puyloubier is located 22 km east of Aix-en-Provence. A 350 m altitude, the village overlooks the valley of the Arc and faces the mountains and Aurélien Olympus.
The birth of Puyloubier - Podium Luperium (Wolf Hill) - since the Middle Ages, people fleeing insecurity and Plains seeking top positions easier to defend.
There are also the remains of a Celtic-Ligurian oppidum certifying an even earlier occupation.
The farming tradition of the village is not denied today with the largest vineyard in the Bouches-du-Rhone. The vineyard produces rose wines, white and red award-winning regularly. They belong to the appellation Côte de Provence - Sainte Victoire, while the production of olive oil is experiencing a resurgence net.
SIGHTSEEING
The steep streets are typical of Puyloubier perched villages of Provence, with their share of plots and fountains. A wonderful religious heritage, carefully restored to discover. In 2003, the town was awarded the National Heritage Tapes for the restoration of all.
The oil mill is now an arts and cultural center of the village, home to temporary exhibitions in the spring and summer and the library-disco.
The ruins of the castle destroyed during the Revolution are on the village.
Stroll inescapable climb to the Hermitage Saint-Ser, easy and in less than an hour to admire the view over the valley. The bravest will travel to the GR9 Pic des Mouches.
Exhibitions at the oil mill: from June to September.
Small Cultural Festival: July and August.
Sardines, in August.
Feast of St. Eloi in September.
Christmas Market: November.
ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
The climb to the Croix de Provence is made from Beaurecueil, Le Bouquet.
To visit Aix-en-Provence without worry of parking, just take the minibus in Puyloubier that borrows the famous route Cézanne throughout the Montagne Sainte-Victoire.
PHOTOS
Puyloubier view of vineyards, Sainte-Victoire in the background
The roofs Puyloubier
Saint-Pons
After the storm, the mountains and Aurelian Olympus
Photos of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur to view and download
WEATHER
Sunday 3 June
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Min. 14°C - Max. 27°C
Monday 4 June
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Min. 13°C - Max. 26°C
Tuesday 5 June
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Min. 12°C - Max. 23°C
BEDS & BREAKFASTS
Le deffend vieux
9.8
Trets
Located in the heart of Provence, The Deffend Vieux dating from the 16th / 17th century, offers a wide panorama of vineyards AOC Sainte Victoire. More than just a guest room, the Deffend...
Located 8.6 km from Puyloubier
From 60 € to 75 € the double room
Le Marijas
10
Peynier
Situated in the heart of Provence 15 km South East of Aix, inserted in a protected and privileged domain, the Mari Jas has open its fives rooms. Facing the Montagne Sainte-Victoire,...
Located 10.5 km from Puyloubier
From 85 € to 140 € the double room
Le Vieux Moulin
9.8
Jouques
Jouques is a charming village located 25 km from Aix en Provence between Luberon and mount Sainte Victoire. The old oil mill house, completely restored and renovated in keeping with...
Ideal for visiting Provence, Housing is located in a particularly beautiful with stunning views of the Montagne Sainte-Victoire. The surrounding area is rich in places of ballads in...
Located 9.1 km from Puyloubier
From 750 € to 1000 € per week
Gite meuble 2/4 personnes
9.6
Rians
Lodging furnished independent villa in the countryside, quiet. Bright and walk-in, ideal holiday a couple children. Description: one bedroom, living room / kitchen, a bathroom, a kitchen...
Located 10.4 km from Puyloubier
From 300 € to 320 € per week
House for 8 persons
Gréasque
Beautiful villa on one level, air conditioned, for a great holiday with family or friends. It has 4 double rooms for 8 to 10 people. You will love the superb pool with Jacuzzi of 14...
Nestled in the mountains of Garlaban, camping welcomes you in green surroundings of 7.5 acres of pine, oak and olive trees. Located in the hills of Marcel Pagnol, near Marseille and...
In the heart of Provence, Logis Hôtel Déjeunez Sous L'arbre offers comfortable accommodation, a sauna, children’s playground and a delightful outdoor swimming pool in a quiet and peaceful...
Located 7.5 km from Puyloubier
Room from 103 €
Park & Suites Village Aix en Provence-Rousset
7.2
Rousset
This Park & Suites Village has a fitness centre and is just 14 km from the centre of Aix-en-Provence. All studios and apartments have their own private terrace as well as a fully equipped...
Located 8.4 km from Puyloubier
Room from 49 €
B&B Aux Terres Rouges
9.4
Rousset
Set in a 19th-century Provencal house, this B&B offers an outdoor pool in its 5000 m² garden. It is 1 km from Chateauneuf-le-Rouge, it serves a continental breakfast on its terrace...