

A WILD MOUNTAIN RANGE
The
Luberon massif, with the variety of natural features which typify it, has a
great originality and richness, as much in the variety and quality of its natural
attractions as in its ecology and plant and animal life.
| Crest of the Luberon
Theses
"grassy" expanses mown by herds of sheep are a natural firebreak between
the two slopes of the mountain and offer a nature reserve for some animals
and plants.
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Vale of the Aiguebrun
A site of an exceptional variety at the heart of
the massif thanks to the only permanent river. Very rich plant life, chaotic
rocks, caves, imposing cliffs. The Fortress of Buoux overlooks the vale
which has become famous among climbers the world over.
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| Etruscan Honeysuckle
lonicera
etrusca
The most beautiful and fragrant wild honeysuckle
grows above 400 to 500m of altitude.
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Downy Rockroses
cistus
albidus
They owe their name to their downy leaves. The
beautiful pink-purple flowers are blooming in May-June
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| Aspic Lavender
It
grows under 500m of altitude and its essential oil is used in perfumery
and pharmacy.
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Leuzea Conifera
A
thistlelike plant with a large and very decorative membranous fower head
shaped in form of a resinus cone.
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