What associations does France cause? Well, of course, with the famous Eiffel Tower , the Champs-Elysées , the Notre-Dame Cathedral and the endless lavender fields. It is on the expanses covered with luxury of blooming lavender that we suggest to go on a trip.
When does lavender bloom in Provence?
The time of flowering of lavender in Provence falls on the period from mid-June to early August. Blossoming lavender brightens the natural landscapes of Provence with amazing colors. During this period, it is here, in France, on the lavender fields of Provence, you can see all the variety of shades of purple: from light-lilac to blue-black.
How to get to the Lavender fields in Provence, France?
Lavender fields are located in the northern part of Provence: in the tourist area of Drôme-Provencal and the department of Vaucluse, as well as in the Alps of the Upper Provence. To reach these places is best by car: along the routes A7 and A9 to Vaucluse, along the A7 and A49 - to the Drôme region, along the motorway A51 - to the Alps of the Upper Provence.
Lavender fields in Provence, France - what to see?
To visit all the fields with lavender in Provence will take more than one week. The most extensive plantations are concentrated in the area of the village of Banon. Do not deprive the attention of the nearest villages: Arles, Aix-en-Provence, Apt. Also worth visiting is the town of Valensole. This place is called the romantic of Provence, where lovers of fragrant lavender will feel simply superb. On the way from Valensole to the city of Gord is located the famous abbey de Senanc. You can get into this abbey only three times a day at a certain time. Tour of the Abbey takes more than an hour and costs