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Discover Banon, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

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This page guides you through attractions and activities accessible from Banon, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, ideal for enriching your stay. Unearth the village's charming heritage by strolling along its cobblestone streets and admiring the old stone buildings. Don't miss the famous Le Bleuet bookstore, a haven for book lovers. Nature enthusiasts can wander through lavender-s...See more

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Traverse de l'échelle
12 km

Traverse de l'échelle

From the Luberon to the Durance, the Calavon river passes through many rocky sites, but none has reached the size of the gorges of Oppedette. Magical! From the car park, go right of the two viewpoints (accessible to persons with disabilities), then take the small winding path that switches left in the gorges. A little further down, cross on the right a first jump using the handrail, and then continue the narrow path with caution. Pass along the last passage equipped with handrails land reach to the edge of a basin on the shores of Calavon. 1 - Turn left and continue advancing in the best possible way along the left bank. Cross a short rocky passage, then continue through the gorges until a more narrow passage. 2 - Cross the river ford (caution in case of flooding!) and locate across the entrance of the trail that goes back on the right bank opposite (pole). Continue slowly on steep slope, then at the top of the valley, go into the dark and damp pitch. Climb the ladder and go onto the sunny side. 3 - Turn left, walk past a viewpoint, and then continue on the cliff path. Go up a little, then cross a rocky path. Then go down between the cliff edge and a rock slide, to reach the upstream circus of the gorges. At the end of the beautiful cliff, hurtle down the switchbacks up to the river. 4 - Cross the ford of the Calavon (caution in case of flooding!), head across, then follow a stony path, reach the village at the top of the rocky outcrop. In front of the town hall, turn right, enter the heartof the village and take an alley on the left to reach the plateau. Leave the obvious wide path, take a right at the cemetery and follow the trail through the grass to emerge again at the base of the gorges. Turn left at the view point and reach the car park from the starting point.

2 h
2.8 km
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Hostellerie du Val de Sault
19 km

Hostellerie du Val de Sault

Charming hotel located in the heart of nature with a panoramic view, 2 km from the village. Offers 20 rooms, suites, and apartments, all with a terrace. Secure parking, heated pool, fitness room, sauna, and jacuzzi complete the offer. Located in an ideal setting facing the Mont Ventoux, one couldn't find a better location to savour the multiple colors of Provence, characterized by the lavender fields, this "Blue and Gold Garden" so dear to Jean Giono. It's in the heart of a natural and wild territory that we welcome you for a pure moment of relaxation. You'll enjoy sunny days around the pool or from your terrace, with an exceptional panorama of the plain of Sault and the Giant of Provence. Our relaxation area offers a variety of treatments that will provide you with a real sense of well-being. Massages (sports, relaxing, etc.) and beauty treatments are available by appointment. The site, privileged for relaxation, tranquility, space, and gastronomy, offers you 2 heated pools, one with a counter-current swimming option, a fitness room, a petanque court, a bicycle garage, and other amenities to enhance your stay. Our estate has 20 rooms and suites, equipped with bay windows and terraces, allowing you to fully enjoy the natural surroundings from your room. Let yourself be carried away by the gentle scent of Provence! "The Garden Rooms" Contemporary in style and on one level, they benefit from a large bay window that lets in light and opens onto the terrace with sun loungers and a parasol. These spacious, soundproofed rooms of 37m² can be arranged with either a king-size bed or two separate single beds. The bathroom, open to the room, has a jet shower with tropical rain and separate toilets. "Duplex Apartment" With 62 m² on two levels, the ground floor features a spacious living area open onto a private terrace, consisting of a kitchen/dining area, a breakfast nook, a bathroom with WC, walk-in shower, and a living area. The first floor offers a spacious bedroom with an unobstructed view of the garden and a large furnished balcony facing west to enjoy the sunset. The bedroom, equipped with a bathroom, separate WC, is air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV and a safe. "Family Suite" Spanning 70 m², it can accommodate up to 6 people. Overlooking the forest, it consists of two independent bedrooms whose beds can be converted into a king-size bed or two separate single beds. The spacious living room opens onto the private terrace, bordered by the scrubland. It is equipped with a sofa bed that converts into a large bed. The bathroom features a hydrojet steam shower and light therapy. The toilets are separate. "Ventoux Apartment" On one level, this spacious 70 m² apartment offers views of the Sault Valley and Mont Ventoux. Ideally oriented to admire the sunset and the lavender fields in season. Comprising 3 rooms, bedroom, living room, kitchen, a furnished terrace on the west side facing Mont Ventoux, and an east-facing terrace overlooking the garden. The bathroom features a steam shower cabin with hydromassage jets, double washbasin, and separate toilets. "Provence-Asia Suites" These 90 m² duplexes offer a true space dedicated to relaxation. They consist of a living room opening onto a bathroom equipped with a hydrojet steam shower and a bathtub, located in the glass pergola, offering a view of the plain of Sault, the lavender fields, and Mont Ventoux. A staircase leads to the large bedroom on the garden level furnished with a four-poster king-size bed. From there, access to the private terrace is provided. These suites are furnished and decorated in the style of Bali, a fusion of Provence and Asia, to prioritize space, rest, and the pleasure of self-care.

1167 Ancien chemin d'Aurel 84390 Sault
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Jardin de l'abbaye de Valsaintes
9.4 km

Jardin de l'abbaye de Valsaintes

A timeless stroll…in a garden like no other! Visit the church and the "remarkable" garden composed of more than 350 varieties of roses, a dry garden and a permaculture vegetable garden. Guided tours of the garden / history and Gregorian chant. Explore the Timeless Beauty of Valsaintes Abbey and Its Remarkable Garden Perched at 600m altitude, in the heart of the ancient "Valley of Absinthe," lies a sacred site with history stretching from prehistory to modern times. The Valsaintes Cistercian Abbey, home to monks from the 12th century until the French Revolution, now overlooks a unique garden certified as a "Jardin Remarquable" by the French Ministry of Culture. What to Discover: The Remarkable Garden: Wander among terraces showcasing 350 varieties of roses intertwined with wild and cultivated plants. Follow "The Path of Roses," a chronological journey through the history of roses. Dry Garden: Admire over 250 drought and cold-resistant plants. Permaculture Vegetable Garden: Learn sustainable gardening techniques. Abbey Church: Visit the beautifully restored 17th-century abbey nestled within the garden. Activities and Events Throughout the Year: Guided tours of the garden and abbey Themed workshops: dry gardening, permaculture, and more Summer programs filled with activities Gardening workshops Children's activities every Wednesday during school holidays Gregorian chant performances in the abbey church Daily guided tours at 2:30 PM New: Extend your visit with a delicious meal at our on-site restaurant. For Groups: Guided tours available year-round by request. Visit our website for full details and schedules.

Abbaye de Valsaintes Boulinette 04150 Simiane-la-Rotonde
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Hostellerie du Val de Sault
19 km

Hostellerie du Val de Sault

Charming hotel located in the heart of nature with a panoramic view, 2 km from the village. Offers 20 rooms, suites, and apartments, all with a terrace. Secure parking, heated pool, fitness room, sauna, and jacuzzi complete the offer. Located in an ideal setting facing the Mont Ventoux, one couldn't find a better location to savour the multiple colors of Provence, characterized by the lavender fields, this "Blue and Gold Garden" so dear to Jean Giono. It's in the heart of a natural and wild territory that we welcome you for a pure moment of relaxation. You'll enjoy sunny days around the pool or from your terrace, with an exceptional panorama of the plain of Sault and the Giant of Provence. Our relaxation area offers a variety of treatments that will provide you with a real sense of well-being. Massages (sports, relaxing, etc.) and beauty treatments are available by appointment. The site, privileged for relaxation, tranquility, space, and gastronomy, offers you 2 heated pools, one with a counter-current swimming option, a fitness room, a petanque court, a bicycle garage, and other amenities to enhance your stay. Our estate has 20 rooms and suites, equipped with bay windows and terraces, allowing you to fully enjoy the natural surroundings from your room. Let yourself be carried away by the gentle scent of Provence! "The Garden Rooms" Contemporary in style and on one level, they benefit from a large bay window that lets in light and opens onto the terrace with sun loungers and a parasol. These spacious, soundproofed rooms of 37m² can be arranged with either a king-size bed or two separate single beds. The bathroom, open to the room, has a jet shower with tropical rain and separate toilets. "Duplex Apartment" With 62 m² on two levels, the ground floor features a spacious living area open onto a private terrace, consisting of a kitchen/dining area, a breakfast nook, a bathroom with WC, walk-in shower, and a living area. The first floor offers a spacious bedroom with an unobstructed view of the garden and a large furnished balcony facing west to enjoy the sunset. The bedroom, equipped with a bathroom, separate WC, is air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV and a safe. "Family Suite" Spanning 70 m², it can accommodate up to 6 people. Overlooking the forest, it consists of two independent bedrooms whose beds can be converted into a king-size bed or two separate single beds. The spacious living room opens onto the private terrace, bordered by the scrubland. It is equipped with a sofa bed that converts into a large bed. The bathroom features a hydrojet steam shower and light therapy. The toilets are separate. "Ventoux Apartment" On one level, this spacious 70 m² apartment offers views of the Sault Valley and Mont Ventoux. Ideally oriented to admire the sunset and the lavender fields in season. Comprising 3 rooms, bedroom, living room, kitchen, a furnished terrace on the west side facing Mont Ventoux, and an east-facing terrace overlooking the garden. The bathroom features a steam shower cabin with hydromassage jets, double washbasin, and separate toilets. "Provence-Asia Suites" These 90 m² duplexes offer a true space dedicated to relaxation. They consist of a living room opening onto a bathroom equipped with a hydrojet steam shower and a bathtub, located in the glass pergola, offering a view of the plain of Sault, the lavender fields, and Mont Ventoux. A staircase leads to the large bedroom on the garden level furnished with a four-poster king-size bed. From there, access to the private terrace is provided. These suites are furnished and decorated in the style of Bali, a fusion of Provence and Asia, to prioritize space, rest, and the pleasure of self-care.

1167 Ancien chemin d'Aurel 84390 Sault
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