The beautiful Luberon villages are a little above the Var where Le Clos Geraldy charming guest house in Provence, is.
However, it is a great day trip to do that we recommend. Indeed, the beautiful luberon villages, whether perched or in the plain, large or small, are all pretexts to taste the tranquility of Provençal life.
You will find yourself around fountains or in the shade of plane trees. You will walk through the picturesque narrow and winding streets. Each village has its own curiosities, heritage and original architectures.
They are called Lacoste, Oppede, Menerbes or Bonnieux.
To get there you will also pass through Lourmarin, a village to visit too, where Albert Camus lived. These 4 prestigious villages form the Luberon’s “golden square”.
Indeed, there is Lacoste with decades of cultural and artistic emulation. At the top are the ruins of the castle formerly occupied by the famous Marquis de Sade. Pierre Cardin bought it back and restored it.
But also Bonnieux sumptuously clinging to the northern flank of the massif. With its high church from the 10th century after having climbed 86 steps to reach it.
Then you can visit the Olive Oil Museum in Oppède and the Luberon Truffle and Wine House in Ménerbes. These hamlets are real wonders. Indeed, they have remained authentic. Like paintings. Like intact works. It is good to stroll, take an ice cream or take pictures as the beauty is surprising.