Puyloubier

Puyloubier

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownPuyloubierPourrières at 6.2 km (9 min)
Insee code13079Saint-Antonin-sur-Bayon at 8.8 km (10 min)
Postcode13114Trets at 9.2 km (10 min)
Latitude43.5252229Peynier at 10.7 km (12 min)
Longitude5.6729430Châteauneuf-le-Rouge at 12.5 km (11 min)
AltitudeFrom 239 to 1007 metersPourcieux at 14.1 km (13 min)
Surface40.85 km²Beaurecueil at 15.9 km (15 min)
Population1708 inhabitantsOllières at 18.7 km (27 min)
Density40 inhabitants/km²Meyreuil at 19 km (18 min)
Chief townMarseille (at 54 km, 40 min)Rians at 20 km (23 min)
DepartmentBouches-du-RhôneLe Tholonet at 20 km (19 min)
RegionProvence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

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.

Detailed information
Information pointsVisitor Information Centre of Puyloubier

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Flea market and garage sale: June.

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
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WEATHER
Sunday 3 June
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Monday 4 June
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Tuesday 5 June
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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 PuyloubierFrom 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 PuyloubierFrom 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...
Located 12.8 km from Puyloubier80 € the double room 

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Trets
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 PuyloubierFrom 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 PuyloubierFrom 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...
Located 14.7 km from PuyloubierFrom 663 € to 3150 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping du Garlaban    
7.6
Aubagne
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...
Located 28 km from Puyloubier 

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HOTELS
Logis Hôtel Déjeunez Sous L'arbre     
7.5
Rousset
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 PuyloubierRoom 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 PuyloubierRoom 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...
Located 8.6 km from PuyloubierRoom from 79 €

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