Eyguières
5 km West of Salon de Provence by the D17 or the D569.
Discover the charming Alpilles town of Eyguières
Find out in just a minute all you need to know about Eyguières, where to eat and where to sleep in this pretty little town in the Alpilles.
A village full of pretty fountains
Eyguières is a small town on the eastern edge of the Alpilles, and is said to have the largest number of springs and fountains in the region. Whatever the season or temperature, summer or winter, water is always flowing in Eyguières. You'll be able to admire some beautiful fountains, including the Coquille fountain, the Cocotte fountain and the Bormes fountain.
The pretty streets and squares of the center
As you stroll through the streets of Eyguières, you'll come across some typical Midi village houses, old mansions (some of which have been converted into administrative buildings), little streets that go up and down, leading to backyards, cul-de-sacs or houses undergoing renovation. A few pretty little shady squares will make you forget the lack of charm of the departmental road that crosses Eyguières.
Take a walk to the summit of the Alpilles at 498 metres above sea level
A beautiful walk will take you to the highest point of the Alpilles Regional Nature Park: the Tour des Orpies. At an altitude of 498 m, it offers an exceptional panoramic view of the fabulous Alpilles region. Not to be missed!
Castellas de Roquemartine
Perched on a rocky spur, the Castellas de Roquemartine is another marvel to be discovered near Eyguières. This 12th-13th century medieval fortress belonged to the d'Albe de Tarascon family, who controlled the strategic passage between the Durance valley and the southern Massif. The architectural ensemble includes a double walled enclosure and a church dedicated to Saint-Sauveur.
La Romanière sheepfold
A must-see in Eyguières, this 17th-century sheepfold is a majestic testimony to the region's rich pastoral heritage. Its unique vaulted construction of local stone, assembled with a traditional mix of earth and lime, reveals the ancestral skills of Provencal builders. Abandoned nearly a century ago, the sheepfold retains all its charm and is well worth a visit.
The market in Eyguières
The Eyguières market takes place every Tuesday morning on Place Monier (rue des Frères Perret). It's a very pleasant little market where you can stock up on Provencal products and local crafts.
Our map of Eyguières
To help you find your way around the small town of Eyguières, we've provided an interactive map of the town on this page. It will enable you to locate the various points of interest in Eyguières, as well as our accommodation recommendations for a pleasant vacation or weekend.
Our photos of the village
Discover the typical charm of this Alpilles village through photos taken by our team in Eyguières. The photo slideshow at the bottom of this page will give you an idea of the beauty of this village, and hopefully inspire you to visit and spend your Alpilles vacation here.
A good restaurant in Eyguières?
If you're looking for a nice, tasty restaurant in Eyguières, we have two addresses to recommend. “Le Petit Rossini”, with its fine cuisine, is well worth a visit as it's not in the village center. “L'Art des Mets” is also a very good place to treat your taste buds in Eyguières.
What to see
Archeology Centre (Old town hall).
Tour des Opies, highest point in the Alpilles (498m).
Feudal Gateway. Rue Calade. Parish Church.
Ruins of the former chateau, Sade family.
Ruins of the XI° century chateau. Castellas de Roquemartine.
Leisure activities
Walking, hiking.
Boulodrome.
Summer Events.
Bed and breakfast
4 spacious charming bed and breakfast incl 1 suite and 1 duplex 4 people in a village house of the 18°C.
Swimming pool - Landscaped garden - Fitness room, sauna, massage
Holiday rentals
2 charming vacation rentals 2 to 4 people in a village house of the 18°C.
Swimming pool - Landscaped garden - Fitness room, sauna, massage
Accomodations
Hotels.
Bed and breakfast.
Holiday rentals.
Your questions about Eyguières.
You've sent us many questions about the town of Eyguières. Here are our answers to your most frequently asked questions.
Where to stay in Eyguières? An 18th-century house with swimming pool.
As mentioned above, we recommend that you book at “La Demeure des Alpilles”. It's a superb 18th century house, with typical old stone charm, a superb swimming pool and an excellent location in Eyguières. This establishment offers both bed & breakfast and vacation rentals.
What to do in Eyguières? Tourism and relaxation.
Visitors to Eyguières enjoy discovering the village's various fountains as they stroll through the narrow streets and squares of the old center. Climb to the Tour des Opies to admire a magnificent panorama of the Alpilles, visit the remains of the de Sade family castle, admire the feudal gateway, the Rue Calade and the Eyguières church. Enjoy a pleasant moment on the terrace of a Provencal restaurant or café.
Where is Eyguières?
The canton of Eyguières is located in the Alpilles in the Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur region of southern France. This pretty Bouches du Rhône village is close to Salon de Provence and Aureille. Saint Rémy de Provence is not far either.
How many people live in Eyguières and what are they called?
There are 7,000 inhabitants in Eyguières, and the village is attracting more and more year-round residents. There are more and more primary residences, although the great tourist attraction of the Alpilles means that there are more off-season vacancies, due to the large number of second homes. We call them Eyguiérens and Eyguiérennes.
NEIGHBOURING TOWNS AND VILLAGES
Salon de Provence (7 km), Aureille (6 km), Mouries (13 km) and Saint Martin de Crau (20km).