Saignon

Last update on Mar 11, 2026

4 km south-east of Apt. Direction Digne, then the D46 on the right.

Discover the pretty perched village of Saignon in the Vaucluse near Apt

This hilltop village stretches out behind a huge rock, dominating the entire valley. Saignon is a peaceful, serene little village that's a pleasure to visit on foot. What to see? Where to eat? Where to sleep? Take a minute to discover all Saignon's secrets.

Romanesque church and narrow streets

Opposite the town hall, you can admire the beautiful 12th-century Romanesque church of Notre Dame de Pitié. As you walk through its narrow streets, you'll discover ancient fountains, small squares shaded by charming houses, and delicately carved old doors.

Bellevue Rock

The “Rocher de Bellevue” overlooking Saignon is easy to get to, so don't hesitate to climb to the top for a superb panoramic view over the plain and mountains of the Luberon. On a clear day, you can see Mont Ventoux, the Montagne de Lure, the Alpes de Haute Provence and even the heights of Avignon!

A Provencal village well worth a visit

Thanks to this rock, Saignon played a key defensive role for the town of Apt, which was attacked for centuries by numerous invasions... not yet touristy! Saignon is not yet as well known as Gordes or Lourmarin. Take the opportunity to appreciate the beauty of the countryside and discover the signposted footpaths that will take you around Saignon and up to Mont Luberon.

A good restaurant to eat in this Luberon village

If you're looking for a good restaurant in Saignon, we recommend “Un jardin sur le toit”. It's a lovely Provencal bistro restaurant with a superb view over the whole plain. You'll have a wonderful time.

Our interactive map of Saignon

To find your way around Saignon, you can use our interactive map of the village. We've included all the village's points of interest (town hall, tourist office, church...) as well as our recommendations for accommodation in the village.

What to see

Roman church Notre Dame de Pitie.

Things to do

Hiking and mountain biking.
Horse-riding.
Shopping.
Summer festivals.

Hotels

Hôtel Sainte Anne ★★★

Apt (Luberon)

19th century family home located inquiet historical old town
7 unique, comfort-conscious rooms, overlooking the rooftops of Apt
The ideal starting point for the region’s many hiking and biking paths

89€ - 123€

Visit website

Bed and breakfast

Histoire de cru B&B

Saignon

A beautiful spot in the heart of nature, ideal for a wonderful vacation. Very welcoming hosts, home-made breakfast. A superb B&B in Saignon!

Visit website

Accommodation

Hotel.
Bed and breakfast.
Vacation rentals.

Your questions about Saignon

Following the publication of this short guide to Saignon, we received a number of questions. Here are our answers to your most frequently asked questions.

Where is Saignon located?

Saignon lies to the east of the town of Apt in the Vaucluse region, to the north of the famous Luberon mountain range. The nearest villages are Auribeau, Buoux and Caseneuve. Saignon is well placed for visiting the beautiful villages of the northern Luberon, such as Gordes, Roussillon and Goult.

What to do around Saignon?

After visiting the beautiful village of Saignon, you can go hiking in the Parc Naturel du Luberon. You can also visit the beautiful local villages of Gordes and Roussillon. Finally, there are all kinds of family activities to enjoy, such as mountain biking, visiting a lavender distillery, a vineyard, etc...

Partenaire