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Peyrolles en Provence
Population : 3,942

Department of the Bouches du Rhône



On the RN96 between Aix en Provence (20km) and Manosque (30km) via the RN 96.

Situated on the border of the Vaucluse and along the Durance River, Peyrolles en Provence enjoys a privileged position on the communication route linking Haute Provence to the Provence du Pays d'Aix.

From its rocky position, the village dominates the river-plain which has been fought-over for centuries. While visiting the village, you will discover that Peyrolles is lucky enough to possess a beautiful chateau which today houses the town-hall: le Château du Roi René.

You can also discover the natural and historic heritage of the commune thanks to the "sentier de découverte du Loubatas" created by the "Centre Permanent d'Initiation à la Forêt Provençale".

This walking track, originally sign-posted for 4.5 km crosses the most lush forest of the Department which will delight both young and old... maps, compasses, educational booklets, and catalogues are on the agenda!


Sites to see: :

Saint-Pierre church, Roman nave.
12th century Chapelle Notre Dame d'Astors.
Oratories, fountains, belfry.
Abéou waterfall.

Leisure activities :

Hiking : "Sentiers de découverte du Loubatas".
Swimming. Boulodrome. Tennis. Fishing.
Rally and exhibition of antique cars, end of July.
Flea market, May 1 and August 15.
"Nuits Théatrales de l'Empéri" in July.

Tourist facilities :

1 Hotel. Rural holiday cottages (gîtes). 3 Restaurants.

Neighbouring villages :

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