La Bastidonne

Last update on May 19, 2026

5 km east of Pertuis, take the A51 exit.

Discover the small village of La Bastidonne in the Luberon

La Bastidonne is a charming village in the southern Luberon, in the Vaucluse department, nestled on a hillside 6 km from Pertuis and 3 km from La Tour d'Aigues.

Le village de La Bastidonne dans le Vaucluse.

A typical, unassuming Provençal village located in the Luberon Regional Nature Park, it has a population of about 930 and offers what many seek in Provence: peace, scenery, and authenticity. Here you’ll find vacation rentals, bed-and-breakfasts, marked hiking trails, a farmers’ market, and rural architecture built to shield against the mistral—far from the crowds of the touristy Luberon.

This Provençal village is best explored on foot, by bike, or by car—it’s 40 minutes from Aix-en-Provence, an hour from Marseille, and less than an hour from Avignon. Situated on the border of the Bouches-du-Rhône and Vaucluse departments, the town is perfectly located as a base for exploring the region.

To help you plan your stay, the Sud Luberon Tourisme office, based in Pertuis, provides practical information, walking routes, and accommodation options in the town. They also offer maps, guides, and recommendations for outdoor activities in the area.

Tour of the Village

As you stroll through its narrow streets, you’ll discover beautiful village houses. You’ll then pass through Rue des Ferrages and Rue de l’Église, passing by the wash house and the fountain... Then you’ll discover the charming Place du Barri, finally arriving on Rue du Château, where you can admire the Luberon, the Durance plain, and the Etoile mountain range!

The Saint Julien Plateau

A beautiful walk awaits you on the Saint Julien Plateau, a true natural fortress rising 450 meters above sea level, located about 1 km from the village. In addition to the ruins of the charming Saint Julien Chapel, you’ll discover a unique panorama of the Durance River and Sainte-Victoire Mountain.

La chapelle Saint Julien à La Bastidonne.

What to see

13th century Roman church.
Plateau de Saint Julien.

Things to do

Walking.
Tennis and boules (French bowls).
Festival during the first weekend in July.

Accommodation

Bed and Breakfasts.
Vacation Rentals.
Hotels.

Your Questions About La Bastidonne

You’ve sent us some questions about La Bastidonne. Here are our answers to your most frequently asked questions:

What activities are there to do in La Bastidonne?

La Bastidonne is a great base for outdoor activities in the Luberon Regional Nature Park. Around the village, you can hike on 30 marked trails, totaling over 250 km of walking. Biking, horseback riding, and rock climbing round out the activities for a nature-filled vacation. The village farmers’ market is held from May to October on Saturday mornings. On select Friday evenings in July and August, a night market also brings the village to life, according to the annual schedule.

For accommodations, cottages and bed-and-breakfasts offer affordable rates in a quiet, rural setting, just steps from the trails.

How do I get to La Bastidonne?

La Bastidonne is located in the Vaucluse department, at the southernmost tip of the Luberon massif. It’s a 12-minute drive from the Pertuis train station, 40 minutes from the Aix-en-Provence TGV station, and one hour from Marseille. By public transportation, the Pertuis train station is the most convenient starting point for reaching the town. On the map, the village is situated at the intersection of departmental roads CD 972 and CD 165. For routes from Lyon or Avignon, the A7 and then the A51 remain the most direct routes to this corner of Provence.

What is the history of La Bastidonne?

Around 1230–1231, a knight named Savaric had the Bastide de Savaric built. A village gradually formed at the foot of this bastide, which remains the symbol of the village to this day. At the end of the 14th century, the seigneury passed into the hands of the lord of La Tour d’Aigues, who retained it until 1792. The town officially took the name La Bastidonne in 1790. Its traditional Provençal architecture reflects a modest rural population: residents used small stones to build their homes, which were then covered with plaster for better insulation. The village’s heritage also includes an 18th-century silkworm farm, a remnant of the silkworm breeding industry that brought local prosperity.

What are the places to visit in La Bastidonne?

The village’s must-see landmark is the Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Aventure Church, a mid-13th-century Romanesque building, barely larger than a rural chapel, featuring a gable and a bell tower with two bells. The Saint-Julien plateau is worth a detour: located about 1 km east of the village, it features the ruins of a medieval chapel at an altitude of 450 m, with views of Sainte-Victoire and Mourre Nègre. The wash house, the fountain, and the Place du Barri nicely round out a visit to the village center. Nearby, the Grand Réal estate offers another natural landscape to explore in this corner of the Luberon Regional Nature Park.

What events take place in La Bastidonne?

The village brings its local life to life thanks to three active associations: La Bastidonne Événements, La Bastidonne Animations, and La Bastidonne Loisirs. The village festival is traditionally held in July, with an evening event on the Place du Barri and activities at the boules court. Les Rendez-vous du Sarraié, held in June, offer gatherings and activities in a friendly atmosphere. In December, a Christmas market and mulled wine at the wash house bring together young and old alike. The town shares its event schedule in real time via the Panneau Pocket app, which is free to download.