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Tourist map and places to visit in Les Baux de Provence
Les Baux de Provence awaits you with its interactive tourist map and 13 must-see places to discover. You will find all the maps you need to explore this village perched on a rocky outcrop. Our interactive map of Les Baux guides you to the historic monuments, museums, and exceptional viewpoints of this medieval town.
Perched on a rocky outcrop and ranked among the most beautiful villages in France, Les Baux-de-Provence attracts nearly 1.5 million visitors each year. The village has 22 historic monuments and three religious buildings, making it a veritable open-air museum.
How much time should I allow for visiting Les Baux de Provence?
To make sure you don't miss any of the wonders of Les Baux de Provence, allow at least a full day. Allow around an hour to soak up the unique atmosphere of this small medieval village, with its stone houses, craft shops, and shaded squares.
The village tour lasts at least 1 hour, and the tour of the Château des Baux lasts 1 hour. The immersive exhibition at the Carrières des Lumières lasts approximately 45 minutes. If you have a half-day, focus on the essentials: stroll through the village and then choose between the castle or the Carrières de Lumières.
With a full day, you can fully appreciate all the must-see attractions. Start by exploring the village in the morning, have lunch on a sunny terrace, then set off to explore the castle. Finish in style with the magic of the Carrières de Lumières in the late afternoon.
Where can I download a map of Les Baux de Provence in PDF format?
You can download a detailed map by clicking on the “Download map” button above our interactive map. A paper map of the village is available on the IGN website.
The tourist office is located at the entrance to the village. Take the opportunity to pick up a map of the town so you can explore it to the full. Maps are also available at the main tourist information points in the village.
Where is the tourist office in Les Baux-de-Provence?
The tourist office is open all year round at the entrance to the pedestrian village of Les Baux-de-Provence. It is located at Maison du Roy, Rue Porte Mage, 13520 Les Baux-de-Provence. You can contact them on +33 (0)4 90 54 34 39.
Opening hours are as follows: Monday to Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekends and public holidays: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. From October to March, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. From April to September, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Baux-de-Provence Tourist Office is open every day of the year, ready to welcome visitors at the entrance to the picturesque village. The team speaks eight foreign languages and offers guided tours of the village and castle.
What are the must-see places in Les Baux-de-Provence?
The Château des Baux-de-Provence is a must-see. Listed as a historic monument, it covers 7 hectares. With an audio guide and explanatory panels, you can explore the various ruins: the keep, the troglodyte houses, the dovecote, the castle chapel, the windmill, and the Saracen tower.
The Carrières de Lumières offer a magical spectacle in former stone quarries. The masterpieces of the greatest artists are projected onto the floors and 14-meter walls of this stone cathedral. The show changes every year and lasts about 45 minutes.
The Church of Saint Vincent has remarkable architecture. Built in the 12th century, the Church of Saint Vincent is unique in that it is partly troglodytic. Inside, you can see modern stained glass windows by Max Ingrand, donated to the town by Prince Rainier III of Monaco.
Don't miss the Yves Brayer Museum in the Hôtel des Porcelets, the Santons Museum on Place Louis Jou, and the Porte d'Eyguières at the entrance to the village. The “Post Tenebras Lux” window bears witness to the Protestant history of the area.
How to get to Les Baux de Provence
By car, Les Baux de Provence is easily accessible: From Avignon: A7 motorway, exit 24. From Marseille: A7 motorway towards Lyon – A54 towards Arles, exit 11. From Nîmes: A9 motorway – A54 towards Arles, exit 7.
Paris: 720 km (7.5 hours), Lyon: 260 km (2 hours 50 minutes), Marseille: 90 km (1 hour 15 minutes), Nice: 242 km (1 hour 50 minutes), Toulouse: 330 km (3 hours 30 minutes), Avignon: 35 km (40 minutes), Arles: 20 km (30 minutes).
By public transport, there are several options available. The Avignon-Alpilles-Arles summer line serves Les Baux-de-Provence and is equipped for transporting bicycles. The nearest bus stops are: Line 702, 4 km away in Maussane-les-Alpilles, and Line 704, 10 km away in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.
From Marseille, allow around 2 hours and 45 minutes by train and bus. From Arles, the direct bus line takes only 32 minutes.
What are the best hotels in Les Baux de Provence?
Les Baux de Provence offers exceptional accommodation for all budgets. Baumanière Les Baux de Provence stands out as a 5-star Relais & Châteaux hotel at the foot of the village.
At the foot of Les Baux de Provence, the Hôtel Baumanière Les Baux-de-Provence is set in a wild and peaceful landscape surrounded by the mineral nature of the Alpilles Regional Park. This Relais & Châteaux hotel offers 53 rooms and suites spread over five living areas on the estate, with two gourmet restaurants, including the three-Michelin-starred Oustau de Baumanière.
Les Petites Maisons - Hameau des Baux offers a unique experience. Sheltered by the Alpilles mountains, in the heart of the Regional Natural Park and 5 minutes from the legendary Château des Baux de Provence, the Hameau des Baux is nestled in the heart of a 5-hectare olive grove. The Les Petites Maisons – Hameau des Baux hotel welcomes you to the heart of unspoiled nature for a stay marked by authenticity and elegance, with the Allegria! restaurant, awarded two toques by Gault & Millau.
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NEIGHBOURING TOWNS AND VILLAGES
Maussane les Apilles (5km) and Saint Rémy de Provence (8km).