Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Hill Towns of the Luberon
Villages
Cycling
History
VILLAGES
Gordes, Ménerbes, Lacoste, Bonnieux, this is the Provence of dreams. There are 101 ways
to enjoy these stunning villages: stroll, cycle, attend the weekly market or stop for a long
lunch.
CYCLING
With its rolling hills, postcard landscapes and light traffic, the Luberon is prime cycling
territory. And happily, there is plenty of help out there to facilitate your journey, from itin-
eraries to luggage-carrying services.
HISTORY
Long a Protestant stronghold in a Catholic country, the Luberon is steeped in religious his-
tory, from tragic massacres to the construction of glorious churches and
abbayes
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