Sivergues
Located 11 km south of Apt via the D113 and then the D232.
Located 11 km south of Apt via the D113 and then the D232.
This tiny village of 40 inhabitants nestles against the Luberon mountains, between Bonnieux and Apt, in the midst of wide open spaces. A winding road leads to the village. From Sivergues, footpaths lead up to the Luberon mountains.
You'll have the impression of arriving in a village at the end of the world. If you love nature, peace and authenticity, Sivergues will reconcile you with the real Luberon! You won't find many café terraces or restaurants here, but you'll be able to relax and take a leisurely stroll through the village's few streets.
You'll come across some beautiful 16th and 17th century mansions. Go as far as the “Fort de l'Archidiacre”, built in the 13th century (now a B&B), which dominates the Aiguebrun valley.
If you look at the village's location, you'll understand why the Vaudois once chose Sivergues as a strategic site from which to escape their persecutors.
Around the village, there are some superb walks to be enjoyed. At Castellas, a 40-minute walk from Sivergues, you'll discover the ruins of a medieval castle and a 12th-century church.
Sivergues is a hiker's paradise. Wherever you are in Sivergues, all around you, you'll find nature preserved, beautiful and generous.
If you're looking for a good place to eat in Sivergues, we recommend “La Table 1720”. Set in the superb Domaine du Castellas, you'll enjoy tasty, inventive home cooking. You're sure to have a great time!
To find your way around the village of Sivergues, you can use our interactive map of the village. We've listed the points of interest in this commune of the Vaucluse department (Sivergues town hall, church, Fort de l'Archidiacre...) as well as our recommendations for accommodation in Sivergues.
Le Castellas (12th century), the enclosure of the the Waldensians (Vaudois) cemetery.
Fine 16th and 17th century houses.
Walking. Mountain biking.
Horse-riding.
A magical place with a superb view of the Luberon, an excellent restaurant and a beautiful swimming pool. The rooms are beautifully decorated and very chic. Domaine du Castellas is our favorite place to stay in Sivergues. You'll love it!