Castles to explore with your family in the Luberon
Written on : 10 June 2021 By : Marie Chavanon
The Luberon, hides architectural treasures and a past with medieval and Renaissance influences full of history. Often located in beautiful natural and historical places, these castles offer you breathtaking views of the region. Discover these castles in the four corners of the Luberon. Located in the most beautiful villages of the area, visit at the same time the streets of these historic villages: Lourmarin, Gordes, Lacoste and La Tour d'Aigues. Let your family immerse itself in the atmosphere of the knights and feudal lords for a nice cultural walk.
Classified as one of the most beautiful villages of the Luberon, Lourmarin is marked by a Renaissance style. The castle is the meeting of two architectural styles: one more medieval, especially on the side of the gallery, while from the side of the facades and the high terraces, it is the Renaissance type that prevails. The spiral staircase, the genuine beauty of this building, has 93 steps and serves the rooms and the former reception areas.
Address: 24 Avenue Laurent Viber, 84160 Lourmarin, France
Phone number: +33 4 90 68 15 23
Gordes castle
Gordes, a medieval town, host on its top a magnificent castle still intact. It is one of the most visited villages in Provence. The view from the south side of the building looks like a postcard and offers a different, but equally breathtaking view of the old Gordes. The round towers and the main building immerse visitors in the historical past of the village and a huge staircase serves the entire building. Permanent exhibitions can be seen inside the castle. One on the history of Gordes and another on Gordes artists such as Marc Chagall and André Lhote.
Address: 84220 Gordes, France
Phone number: +33 4 32 50 11 41
Lacoste castle
Built in the 11th century, it later became the property of the famous Marquis de Sade. Later, it was another famous man, the fashion designer and businessman Pierre Cardin, who acquired it in 2001. During your visit, go through the former apartments of Sade, then the furniture of Pierre Cardin's private collection. As you stop on the terraces of the castle, you will be able to admire the Calavon valley, the Monts de Vaucluse, the Mont Ventoux as well as the neighboring village of Bonnieux. In short, it is an incredible view that the castle of Lacoste promises you.
Address: Chemin du Château 84480, Lacoste
Phone number: +33 6 83 28 38 58
La Tour d'Aigues castle
Another historical monument of the region, the Château de la Tour d'Aigues. A true jewel of Provence, it is located at the edge of the Luberon mountains, in the village of the same name, along the river Èze. Burned twice in the 18th century, only the large Renaissance-style facades of the building remain. Some rooms have been restored and you can discover the splendid faience of the castle.
Address: Château de La Tour d'Aigues, 84240 La Tour-d'Aigues
Phone number: +33 4 90 07 42 10
The Luberon is the perfect destination for your next family vacation, for a combination of nature and culture. A la carte, cultural and historical visits, unique activities, breathtaking landscapes and a rich gastronomy, come and discover all that the Luberon has to offer.
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