THE ALPILLES

The Baux de Provence

The village of Baux-de-Provence, perched on a rocky outcrop, has an incredibly diverse heritage.

Stroll through the small cobbled streets of the city, classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France.

Discover the monuments and architectural elements that make up the richness of this place steeped in history.

Since ancient times, the hand of man has shaped them. The limestone cliffs have been cut by generations of quarry workers.

An exceptional panorama of olive groves and vineyards, pastoral lands characteristic of the Vallée des Baux.

Discover from the top of the Alpilles ridges, a whole mosaic of landscapes.

The Careers of Lights

Located at the foot of the medieval town of Les Baux-de-Provence, in the heart of the Alpilles, the Carrières des Lumières offer a unique immersive experience in a spectacular mineral setting. This exceptional site, nestled in the mysterious Val d’Enfer, is a true temple of digital art.

🔹 A Place Steeped in History
Quarried since Antiquity for its soft limestone, these former stone quarries played a crucial role in the construction of iconic regional monuments.
In 1821, quarrymen discovered a red mineral here—bauxite, which would later be used to extract aluminum and lend its name to the nearby town of Les Baux-de-Provence.

🔹 From the Cathédrale d’Images to the Carrières des Lumières
In 1977, Albert Plécy envisioned the Cathédrale d’Images, a groundbreaking concept that transformed these monumental walls into a space for artistic projection. Since 2012, under the direction of Culturespaces, the Carrières des Lumières have become an essential immersive art center, presenting new digital exhibitions each year that transport visitors into the captivating worlds of great artists.

🔹 A 360° Immersion
Thanks to cutting-edge technology, over 7,000 m² of projection surfaces, from floor to ceiling, come to life before your eyes, with heights reaching up to 20 meters.
Vibrant colors, enchanting music, and breathtaking visual effects transform this vast mineral gallery into an extraordinary sensory journey.

✨ Coming in 2025

📅 Starting January 31, 2025:
🔸 Monet – Impression, Soleil Levant
🔹 Le Douanier Rousseau – In the Land of Dreams

◾ 11 Special Evenings
Les Soirées des Carrières
📅 From April 10 to May 29, 2025
🎥 Tintin & Destination Cosmos
(See full schedule for details.)

💡 An immersive experience not to be missed !

🔗 More info: Carrières des Lumières

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Saint-Rémy-de-Provence

A stone's throw from the city of Baux-de-Provence, discover Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Visit the Greco-Roman archaeological site of Glanum.

Follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh, stroll through the alleys of these villages with Provençal charm.

At the gates of the old town and these narrow streets, you will come across beautiful old fountains as well as small shaded squares.

The beauty of its landscapes and the quality of its light have inspired many artists, writers and painters.

The most famous of them is undoubtedly Vincent Van Gogh who painted more than 150 canvases in the countryside surrounding Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.

• Market day: Wednesday morning in the center of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
(No market during the votive festivals of September)

The Unmissables :

Glanum, an ancient city at the gates of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.

One of the oldest archaeological sites in Europe. Witness of the Gallic civilizations which succeeded one another here. Bathed in Greek and then Roman influences, experienced its full development from the 2nd century BC.

The remains of the Comptoir de Glanum founded in the 3rd century BC, then reworked by the Romans under Julius Caesar. You can visit the Grands Thermes there.

Eygalieres

Discreet little village inhabited by many celebrities on the other side of the Alpilles where you can spend a moment walking, admiring the Regional Natural Park of the Alpilles.

Arriving at the foot of the village, the eye is immediately drawn to the top of its rocky peak, which offers a magnificent panorama.

The Unmissables :