Lourmarin
Published on 18/11/2024 by CAMPASUN
Lourmarin is a charming Provencal village in the Vaucluse department, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. If you’re looking for a destination with exceptional character for your next holiday, this is it! Lourmarin is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, picturesque landscapes and outdoor activities. Discover all this, plus the perfect accommodation idea, a campsite in Lourmarin, in the rest of this detailed guide.
Visit Lourmarin
Lourmarin is a very pretty village in the heart of the Provencal countryside. During your visit, you can wander through the village’s cobbled streets and admire its pretty, typical houses. During your stroll, you’ll also be able to discover some of the village’s most emblematic monuments, such as the Tour de l’Horloge, Saint-Pierre church and Lourmarin castle.
Lourmarin is also reputed to have been the home of many artists and writers. Albert Camus, for example. You can visit the house where he lived, now a museum, to learn more about his life and work.
The village also shines in the region thanks to the many cultural festivals it organises throughout the year. This is particularly true of its music festival, which attracts renowned artists from all walks of life.uelle he lived, now transformed into a museum, to learn more about his life and work.
What to do around Lourmarin in the Vaucluse?
There are many sites to discover in the vicinity of the Lourmarin campsite.
You can start exploring the region by visiting Bonnieux. It’s a charming village perched on a hill with breathtaking views over the surrounding area. If you enjoy exceptional natural landscapes, don’t hesitate to take a walk along the Roussillon Ochre Trail, a unique site in France. In the same spirit, the Colorado Provençal at Rustrel will blow your mind with its unusual landscapes. What’s more, if you like hiking, you can take advantage of the many signposted trails in the surrounding hills to discover some of the most beautiful panoramas in the Vaucluse.
What’s more, wine tourism is highly developed in this part of France. Discover the local vineyards and taste the region’s famous wines, such as Côtes du Lubéron and Côtes du Ventoux. To take things even further, don’t hesitate to set aside a morning to discover one of the department’s many Provencal markets and sample the regional produce.
Finally, there are plenty of activities to suit all ages and tastes in the Lourmarin area. Bike rides, boat trips on Lac de Sainte-Croix, or a visit to the grotte de Thouzon, for example – the choice is yours!
Where to stay at a campsite in Lourmarin in the Vaucluse?
Les Hautes Prairies campsite in the Lubéron is the ideal place to take full advantage of everything the Vaucluse has to offer. The campsite is just a few minutes’ drive from the village and local tourist attractions.
The 4-star Les Hautes Prairies campsite offers a wide selection of comfortable accommodation, from mobile homes and chalets to pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes. It also has a water park ideal for children. In addition, activities for all the family are organised daily, including pétanque tournaments, dance evenings and entertainment.
Last but not least, this campsite in Lourmarin has the perfect range of facilities to meet all guests’ needs and enjoy their holidays, with a restaurant, grocery shop and bar. It’s the ideal place to spend your holidays in a peaceful setting.
