At the foot of the Alpilles, on the edge of Saint Rémy de Provence, nestles Le Château des Alpilles…From the entrance, the charm works. After a majestic avenue of plane trees, this beautiful property extends over seven hectares planted with exotic and lush species…

It is in this sublime and intimate setting that stands the beautifully restored Maison de Maître. What counts here is undoubtedly the charm. A chic and authentic address in the heart of Provence.

At the end of an path lined of hundred-year-old plane trees, you will discover all the charm and tranquility of a vast 19th century manor house. An old farmhouse renovated in “Mas du Cyprès” and two contemporary outbuildings cohabit with the Maison de Maître.

The finely restored period decor and contemporary furniture combine to offer you all the comfort and luxury of a home that was once a popular resort for Romantics.

History Of the place
Initially a farm («Mas de Gaillard») then later became a castle («Château des Alpilles»). The history of this property spans several centuries back as far as memory goes, legend has it that this rural land belonged to a 13th century knight.

Although nothing certain can be found to confirm this myth, a cypress tree several hundred of years old attests to the fact that this particular domain dates, back to medieval times. Various families in succession inhabited the land.

Charles Gaillard inherited the domain in the seventeenth century, hence, no doubts, the ancient name «Mas de Gaillard». A hundred years later, it was the Blain Family’s turn to take possession of the land, with them, the phrase «la vie de château». (meaning castle life in all its splendour) took on full meaning.

Indeed, towards 1825, Pierre-Paul Blain had an imposing manor house constructed close to the old Farmhouse, the «Mas», and surrounded by numerous species of trees, both regional and exotic, fountains ad later still, a chapel.

The family resided there often and with the help of one of its members, Amédée Pichot, all of the top political and literary figures of figures of Paris – Guizot, Lamartine, Thiers … – were frequent, delighted visitors to the place.

However, over time, their fortunes dwindled and the castle fell somewhat into disrepair. Thus, by the time the Bon family took over in 1979, it was a dilapidated, Rip Van Winkle property slumbering in its verdant setting.

Utterly charmed by the house and park, with its rich and varied history, Francoise Bon and her daughter Catherine set about restoring and embellishing it … to become the magnificient «Château des Alpilles» offered up for your pleasure and enjoyment, today.

One Family Since 1980
The story behind this home is the exciting adventure of the Bon family, who purchased this gentleman’s residence in 1979 with the idea of converting it into a gracious hotel, a «home from home» where guests could be made to feel like friends. Their daughter Catherine, a dispensing chemist, joined them in 1984.

The mother and daughter team set to decorating, renovationg and transforming the manor house, making sure to retain all aspects that contributed to its original charm and atmosphere.

A lot of hard work and great fun that is very likely to continue for some time, with two delightful grand-daughters already training to carry on the family tradition. A beautiful women story, three generations who watch over this 5 stars confidential.

The Park with centuries old trees and rare species
With a wide variety of specimen trees more than a hundred years old, the park contains regional favourites such as Magnolias alongside more exotic varieties like the palm tree or the rare ginkgo Biloba tree.

Covering a total of four hectares, the shady park with its beautiful fountains dotted here and there along the way, affords wonderful views in the summer months, should you wish to take a stroll. A heaven of peace where space and light take on their full meaning.

Rooms & Suites
Decorated with elegance and refinement, our 21 rooms and suites are unique. All are distinguished by an atmosphere which highlights the requirement of comfort, aesthetics and intimacy.

The Mansion
The rooms of the Manor are large and have a fireplace ans high ceilings. Each room is furnished differently with authentic furniture from the 19th Century, offering a warm, refined, luxurious and confortable living space.

Your chambermaid will see to all the details of your comforts and needs to assure you of a most delightful sojourn.

Double Luxury Rooms
A nice and large “Deluxe” double room, brightly lit by 2 or 4 windows, around 33 sq.m with king (200 cm) or queen (180 cm) size bed, en-suite bathroom, private toilet, air conditioning, satellite television, mini bar, safe, hair dryer and Wifi internet access.

The Cypress Farm
If you are a couple, a family or a group of friends travelling together, the three Suites and the loft of the Cypress Farm offer the perfect accomodations for you.

Decorated in a contemporary style, each suite has a double room and a living-room. The loft is a spacious, attic junior suite. The suites can be made to be intercommunicating and are then capable of welcoming a group of up to twelve guests.

Suite Cote Cour
“Côté Cour”: a suite around 40 sq.m with a queen size bed (180 cm), en-suite bathroom, adjoining living room with a single bed, mini bar, 2 satellite television, hair dryer, Wifi access and safe.

The Chapel
This exquisite little house was in the past the witness of celebrations and weddings. Ideally situated in the heart of the park, it was refurbished in two nice and bright, modern and luxury room with a private terrace each. These two rooms can be interconnected for a family.

Little House La Nef
A small cottage in a verdant garden “La Nef” : A luxurious double room in a zen style (around 37 sq.m), with king size bed (200cm)or twins, fireplace, en-suite bathroom, and separate toilet, a dressing room with a single bed (1m x 1,90m), an IPod speaker, Wifi access and a private garden (disabled access).

The Old Wash House
Le Lavoir (little house hidden behind the palm grove), around 56 sq.m composed of: On the ground floor, a double bedroom with a queen size bed, satellite television and safe, living-room with mini-bar, en-suite bathroom and separate toilet, air conditioning, and on the 1st floor, a twin-bedded room for children with twin beds and satellite television, air conditionning, safe, minibar and wifi access.

Restaurants & Bar
Since 1994, the chef Mathias Bettinger has been extolling the aromas of the South with colourful and tasty dishes.

Whether in the lounges of the Chateau, on the terrace or by the pool, our head waiter Jean-Pierre Planchenault and his team are doing everything their can to make you spend a unique moment in this idyllic setting.

The two restaurants of the Château des Alpilles take you on a culinary journey in a warm and authentic atmosphere.

The Manor
Crossing the threshold means entering a delightful universe, where refined decoration, with contemporary touches, respect the walls full of history and character.

Whether it is in the brightly coloured lounges where the fireplace lights crackle or on the terrace in the shade of century-old plane trees during the summer, the magic works.

By The Pool
During the summer, Chef Mathias Bettinger and his Sous Chef Xavier Pommer join the pool deck to create some light and colourful lunches. Their fresh and refined suggestions join the un-missable dishes on a daily menu with emphasis on the Mediterranean aromas.

The Bar
The bar’s warm atmosphere and sophisticated decor invite you to take a quiet break where time seems to stand still for a moment. The contemporary furniture and period decor provide an elegant and intimate atmosphere which lends itself to moments spending time with your family or friends.

Events
This former gentleman’s country residence is a concentration of French-style history and refinement. All which makes it idyllic for the banquets of the most beautiful weddings.

For this very special day, choose the magical backdrop of the Château des Alpilles in the heart of Provence. Everyone at the Château will do everything to provide the experience you imagined and make each moment unique and unforgettable.

The Château des Alpilles caters to various events, including private receptions, cocktail buffets, birthdays, exhibitions… We look forward to discussing how we can tailor the event you are organising to your requirements.

Activities & Discoveries
Explore and take the time to appreciate the laid-back Provencal atmosphere while staying at the Château des Alpilles, the promise of a quiet break. Escape into the heart of Provence, wander through the most beautiful villages in France, take away wonderful memories, the very definition of happiness.

Saint-Rémy and the surrounding area
A visit of Saint Remy de Provence is a must for everyone passing through the area. Among the many attractions found here are “Glanum” one of the biggest archeological sites in the South of France.

The Arc de Triomphe dating back to 20 b.C. and the Mausolee de Jules. Saint Remy also offers numerous religious edifices. The monastery Saint Paul de Mausole, for instance, is truly a haven of peace and serenity.

It is no wonder that Vincent van Gogh spent a year there and painted some of his major works during his stay. Don’t miss the Centre d’Art Présence Van Gogh, the museum dedicated to the artist, located in the Hotel Estrine.

A region of artists and the birth place of Nostradamus Saint Remy is a maze of galleries, artists, workshops and exhibition spaces, a delight for connoisseurs and neophytes alike.

In the heart of Provence, the foothills of the Alps, “Les Alpilles”, offer a natural scenery of exceptional beauty. A succession of long-established villages called the Eygaliéres span from Saint Remy de Provence to the magnificent village of Les Baux. The region is a treasure trove of wonderful cultural monuments set in this idyllic countryside.

Website: www.chateaudesalpilles.com

Rooms: 21

Price: from 278 EUR per night

Château de la Gaude, an 18th-century Provençal bastide nestled in a green haven in the heart of Aix en Provence, is opening its doors in 2019.

The man who dreamed of reviving this sleeping beauty of an estate has successfully transformed it into a unique place of life and conviviality, promoting a certain “art de vivre” around the worlds of wine, art and gastronomy.

Château de la Gaude opened its prestigious hotel in July 2019. A timeless venue in the heart of the vineyards with a breath-taking view of Montagne Sainte-Victoire. The 14 elegantly decorated rooms and suites of our 5-Stars boutique hotel are spread across the various buildings of the estate, akin to a small village.

The renovated Orangery and Chapel lounges as well as the various terraces, French gardens classified as a historical monument, and outdoor swimming pool (coming in 2020) provide a magical setting for romantic or family vacation.

Château de La Gaude is the ultimate Provençal bastide. Its various leisure and production functions have been perfectly preserved, and the estate offers remarkable balance in proportions and rigour in its construction.

The sublime French garden, classified as a historic monument, is ideal for long walks. The alley – haven for butterfly hunting – adds yet another dimension to this place of character. A pleasure for the eyes and an ode to the city of Paul Cézanne.

The composition of the garden oozes beauty, and is imbued with poetry and enchantment. It calls on our heart of child and provides a feeling of escape only a few minutes away from Aix-en-Provence.

Located in the northeastern Pinchinats district, just ten minutes from the city centre of Aix-en-Provence, the estate offers a breath-taking view of Montagne Sainte-Victoire, the ultimate symbol of Provence. The district has a rich history with for instance its water source, first discovered in the 12th century.

The name of the district comes from “Penchinats” in Provençal language, which designated a combing workshop in the Middle Ages. Very popular with the local bourgeoisie, this quarter has managed to preserve all its beauty and character.

LE ART RESTAURANT
Barely a few months after opening, the Michelin Star ws awarded. At the helm of our gourmet restaurant, chef Matthieu Dupuis Baumal and his team take on the challenge to amaze your eyes and enchant your taste buds with his elaborate cuisine that highlights the smells, colours and flavours of Provence through the seasons.

“In the kitchen and dining room, our passionate and solid team is committed to offering the very best experience, every night.”

VINEYARDS

Located in the South-East of France in the heart of Aix-en-Provence. A stone-throw from the beautiful landmarks of Puyricard and Montagne Sainte-Victoire, Château de la Gaude is the only wine estate in the city of Cézanne.

The charming “Pinchinats” district is shielded from the mistral and remains nice and cool in summer. The land of Château de la Gaude spreads across a hilly terrain, from 250 to 400 metres above sea level.

Our “Le Capeou” plot is the high point of Aix-en-Provence and offers a breath-taking view of our vineyards. Our terroir enjoys long sunshine hours and is bathed in cicadas warbling on hot days. Evenings in Provence are particularly mild and relaxing.

The estate is home to 15 hectares of vineyards classified as “Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence” PDO that mainly produce Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon, Rolle, Sémillon, Grenache blanc, and Clairette. The symbiosis of both temporalities described above confers great acidity and freshness to our grapes.

Our sandy and silty soils possess great mineral levels, which are carefully assessed for every plot to grow wines according to their terroirs, typicalities and best-suited grape varieties.

Our oldest vines are 1958 Grenache, for which we practice the “gobelet” pruning method, an ancient technique very common in the South of France. All grapes are harvested manually in small crates in the early morning to preserve their freshness.

Our grape pickers use a double sorting method: first, they put aside the most beautiful bunches; then, a second sorting is carried out by the cellar master, who tirelessly removes the last bad grapes from the sorting table.

Respect for nature and organic farming have been at the heart of our philosophy since the Estate was founded.

THE QUALITY OF A WINE IS WORKED IN THE VINEYARD!

Aware of the importance of our terroir: the land, the vines and the climate form the basis of our work. In accordance with the principles of biodynamics, we practice viticulture that respects our environment and our soils.

Concerned about the quality of our work, each gesture, action and method is carefully thought out and thought out with the aim of preserving and ensuring the quality of our heritage over time.

This daily requirement has come at a price since all of Château de la Gaude wines have been labeled and certified “organic farming” for over twenty years now. We therefore strive to produce highly qualitative and healthy grapes, thereby creating “haute couture” wines and expressing our terroir in the most sincere way possible.

THE WINERY

The renovation of our winery to start in 2016 when the estate was taken over. Priority being put on the quality of winemaking and the practicality of the work in the winery, we also wanted to associate elegance and aesthetics to this project.

We entrusted the realization of the cellar to the Italian specialized company DeFranceschi which knew how to take up the challenge of the technicality of high flight while conceiving to measure with Olivier Chadebost, a unique tank design for the Château de la Gaude.

The wine and aging tanks are made of anodized stainless steel, the coating of mirror stainless steel, glass platforms, it is ultimately an exceptional space that currently allows us to vinify in the best conditions.

We have designed the wine-making system entirely by gravity with a difference in levels between the reception of the harvest and the final aging tanks in order to work as much as possible by natural flow.

Three separate spaces are found in our cellar: a wine-making vat for our reds, a vat dedicated to whites / rosés and finally a concrete vat intended for the breeding of our great reds. The second part of the breeding is done in wooden container.

We apply the same thoroughness and the same rigor in the choice of our coopers as what we apply in our vines and practice a fine selection of each barrel that we use in order to maintain the level of quality sought at each stage of our process.

This allows us to raise our wines in the best possible conditions and to shape them in the best possible way.

ART

Located at the foot of Montagne Sainte-Victoire, Château de la Gaude offers an ideal setting to exhibit the works of the great masters of contemporary art. In the gardens and rooms of the Château, you might stumble upon Philippe Pasqua’s canvases as well as monumental sculptures. Moreover, an exhibition venue will soon open.

TOURISM

Musée Granet
With the “Musée de France” label, this museum houses a wide variety of works and hosts international exhibitions

Hôtel de Caumont
In the heart of the City, an old building that used to be the Conservatoire of Music. It proposes temporary and different exhibition over the month.

Atelier Cézanne
Originally from Aix-en-Provence, this artist immortalised the Sainte-Victoire and many other landscapes in Provence. Visit his studio.

Fondation Vasarely
This will amaze you with its avant-garde architecture and its original artistic events.

Pavillon Vendôme
Collections of portraits from the 17th and 18th centuries, exhibitions of modern and contemporary art and photography.

Musée des Tapisseries
Tapestry Museum housed since 1909 in the former Bishop’s Palace.

Casino
With over 320 machines, the Pasino of Aix-en-Provence has the largest number of slot machines in the region.

Les marchés
Fruits and vegetables, flowers, second-hand items, etc.

SHOPPING

In Provence, Aix is renowned for being the capital of fashion and shopping. Leading luxury brands have established their base here, in particular in the triangle formed by Rue Fabrot, Rue Marius Reynaud and the Cours Mirabeau.

Off-the-peg fashion stores or haute couture boutiques, prestigious jewellers, famous shoemakers: you will be spoilt for choice.

The town centre’s streets are also lined with shops of all kinds. Take a stroll and enjoy a drink or a snack on a terrace, for example, on the Cours Mirabeau, where there are many well-established bars and restaurants.

Website: www.chateaudelagaude.com

Rooms: 17

Price: from 313 EUR per night

At the heart of an exceptional wine estate, in the Luberon Regional Natural Park, the Domaine de Fontenille welcomes you in its bastide in Aix-en-Provence, converted into a luxury hotel and its Michelin-starred restaurant.

The series of rooms on the ground floor opens again on the park and the Durance valley, and 19 rooms have been fitted out on the upper floors.

Two restaurants, including a gourmet restaurant, Le Champ des Lunes, welcome both hotel guests and guests. The vaulted cellar of the seventeenth century was transformed into a reception room.

A voyage back in time
An imaginary, dreamlike journey where eras mingle and time stops. A noble, reinvented house dating from the 18th century, protected by centenary cedars, surrounded by springs and woods.

Mirrors reflect back childhood memories and the sweetness of Provence… Family portraits, antique busts and convertibles stand alongside contemporary art. An invitation for a voyage out of time, or at least to another time, traced through the centuries of Fontenille.

Fontenille “Art de vivre”
Domaine de Fontenille’s 19 rooms and suites are all unique : bright rooms facing the gardens, blending different styles, classicism tinged with the warm rays of the South, fluid and poetic contemporary lines.

Most of these rooms face south onto the majestic cedars of the Park and the Luberon hills, some have a private terrace. King size beds, roomy bathrooms, contemporary work of art: everything is designed for comfort in a refined and discreet luxurious environment.

Contemporary art is a constant presence around the Domaine de Fontenille – each room in the hotel is decorated by at least one piece created by an artist shown nationally or internationally. These works of art are either from the owners’ own collection or from artists represented by La Galerie Particulière, Paris-Brussels.

Gastronomy in Fontenille
Our Chef manages the « star-rated » gastronomic restaurant (Le Champ des Lunes), the Bistro (La Cuisine d’Amélie) and the Domaine’s breakfasts menu. He works with the products of the Luberon and with the best local producers.

The decoration of the room and the terraces is refined: tables and chairs « Jean Prouvé » and « Charles Eames » by Vitra, wall coverings in ceram sandstone by Patricia Urquiola for Mutina.

LE CHAMP DES LUNES
nLe Champ des Lunes, the Domaine de Fontenille’s One Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant, offers a modern, produce focused cuisine: respect for the seasons, promotion of Luberon products, quality and traceability which bring the weekly menu to life.

The wine list is particularly focused on Rhone wines, but it also offers the best names from other regions. Small, “favorite” producers rub shoulders with some rare references and prestigious vintages. Prices are deliberately controlled in order to better share our love of wine and wine makers.

Opening hours from July, 15th to Sept, 15th 2020 : From Thursday evening to Sunday evening + Monday evening and Wednesday evening, from 12:30 to 1:30 and from 7:30 to 9:00 pm.

Opening hours from 1st September to 1st November 2020 : From Thursday evening to Sunday evening. Exceptional openings on: August 31 for dinner, September 9 for dinner, September 16 for dinner and September 17 for lunch.

LA CUISINE D’AMÉLIE
The restaurant La Cuisine d’Amélie can be found on the southern terraces of the country house, in the shade of hundred year-old plane trees. This restaurant proposes a simple but inventive cuisine centered on the flagship products of the region.

The menu is constantly changing depending on the seasonality of products and the inspiration of the Chef. Come and taste our numerous dishes. Mix and match, share your plates, enjoy our Fontenille wines ! Gault & Millau 14.5/20. The restaurant is open 7 days a week from 12.30 to 2.30 pm and from 7.30 to 9.30 pm.

BREAKFAST
Every morning, our Chef Benjamin Pâtissier offers you a tasty breakfast with the flavours of Luberon. On the large terrace overlooking the park, or in the bistro dining room, enjoy the chef’s generous and creative cuisine.

Discover a wide selection of fresh, seasonal products: cheeses by Josiane Deal (Best French Artisan), cured meat from the village, a multitude of homemade pies and cakes, artisanal jams, eggs and various fruits.

All of it served with several fresh fruit juices and hot beverages. An endless wonder for your taste buds! We adapt to all diets with gluten free and lactose free options.

Wellness
The wellness center of the Domaine de Fontenille sees itself as the means to stop time. Our philosophy remains true to that of the hotel, combining nature, beauty and tranquility.

TREATMENTS AND SPA
Our practitioners will do their utmost to provide relaxation and comfort with their bespoke body and facial treatments, as well as meeting specific individual needs.

Our Beauty Treatments combine the quality of our natural products with aromatherapy principles, providing benefit and harmony for a sensory experience that should not be missed.

SPORT & RELAXATION
Domaine de Fontenille offers a unique space to receive care, enjoy the hammam, play sport or simply escape for the day to relax. Sport enthusiasts can walk along the trails through the Domain’s vineyards, go to gym, go horse riding in the Luberon valleys and mountains, or dive into the 20 meter heated pool.

We offer our clients the opportunity to discover or re-discover Yoga with an experienced teacher in the heart of our park. Valid every Saturday, from 9am to 10am, during the months of July and August, we invite you to reserve your place with the reservation service.

A DAY TO DELIGHT THE SENSES
Your choice of a 50-minute treatment. Lunch in our «bistronomique» restaurant, La Cuisine d’Amélie, or our gourmet restaurant, Le Champ des Lunes. 175€/person (Upon reservation)

For any SPA treatment, access to the heated outdoor swimming pool is included for the day. This applies for our external guests. This does not apply for accompanying persons.

In the heart of Luberon, an exceptional vineyard
In the heart of Provence, overlooking the Durance Plain on the southern slopes of Luberon, the Domaine de Fontenille is among the few provincial proprieties that have retained their original appearance.

Bordered by the Luberon foothills and mountains and the Montagne Sainte Victoire, this country house, characterized by its classical architecture, lies within its landscaped grounds protected by cedars and plane trees, surrounded by wild landscapes and vines as far as the eye can see.

SINCE 1638
Built between the late 16th and early 17th century, the fontenille country house appeared on the cadastral plan in 1638 with 12 hectares of vines.

The property gradually expanded to reach 35 hectares in 1748. Stronghold of the Savornin family from 1640, Alphonse de Savornin added a manor house to the existing buildings in 1850.

The main entrance, ornamental lake as well as the main trees in the park date from this period. His granddaughter, Amélie, continued to develop the park. She was Fontenille’s last occupant before the war.

THE VINEYARD RENOVATION
Laurence Berlemont, oenologist, agronomist and a specialist in Provence wines, began restructuring the Domain in 2013 with the aim of restoring the Domain to its original size: 35 hectares of vines in one geographical area around the Domain.

As an advocate of sustainable farming, the Domain has been converting itself to organic farming since 2014, and benefits from the latest wine making techniques in a new wine cellar with traditional architecture.

The wine tasting shop opens onto Fontenille’s vineyards and cedars. In 2016, the shop will also offer Tasting and Oenology Courses.

THE TERROIR
The Domaine de Fontenille enjoys exceptional terroir. The vines draw their strength from the clay, limestone and stony soil. The slightly steep slopes provide perfect sunshine and better water drainage. The Provence Mistral naturally cleans the grape.

The vine is tended so as to minimize treatments and ensures that the grapes obtain the best possible maturity while respecting natural cycles. Good wine depends primarily on the quality of the grape.

Le Grand Potager at Fontenille

At over 8,000 m2 anything goes. See how vegetables are grown each step of the way and learn about the roles trees, water and beneficial insects play in the process. Get to know the different species of fruit and vegetables, aromatic herbs and flowers.

Discover composting techniques as well as the different phases of waste decomposition and come to grips with how ecosystems actually work and the consequences humans’ actions have on nature.

ECO-GARDENING

Due to the crop diversity available as well as the architecture and elements inspired by permaculture, a visit to the Domaine grounds is not only a pleasant experience but also an educational one, with experimental and educational considerations developed by the Ivory Foundation.

Walks can be organised which focus on farming practices arising from permaculture, agricultural ecology and agricultural forestry with the aim of getting visitors interested in ecological gardening, conservation and the environment.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIMENTAL GARDENING

The Grand Potager (literally the Large Vegetable Patch) is where the fruit and vegetable used in the Domaine de Fontenille kitchens and restaurants are grown (organic only please!).

A wide variety of edible and decorative flowers are also grown, which guests will most likely have seen either in their bedrooms or as garnishing at the restaurants.

Website: www.domainedefontenille.com

Rooms: 19

Price: from 256 EUR per night

Let yourself be lulled by the song of the cicadas, facing the Mediterranean Sea and Saint-Paul-de-Vence. You start the day with an attractive breakfast on our terrace with a panoramic view of the old town and the sea.

Fully air-conditioned, the hotel offers 14 rooms, including 3 duplex suites. The rooms are decorated in a Provencal style in pastel tones and offer a superb view of the surrounding area. Well-being and relaxation! A swimming pool under the palm trees, a panoramic view of the village of Saint-Paul and the sea.

Let yourself be guided by the song of the cicadas and come and discover this pretty 18th century bastide. Renovated with love and patience, it is sure to seduce you with its honey-coloured beams, its pastel-coloured walls, its grills and its wrought iron coffee tables.

Below the terrace, the swimming pool and its whirlpool will delight you as well as the superb view of the village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence and the sea in the distance.

SUITE
Our luxury suite of 60m2 with terrace, very spacious and comfortable with a large terrace overlooking the village of Saint-Paul. Bathroom with bathtub and Italian shower, air conditioning, television, minibar and telephone, decoration in Provencal style with pastel colors, courtesy tray: kettle and coffee machine, free WIFI access.

JUNIOR SUITE DUPLEX LUXURY
Our luxury duplex suite of 50m2 is a junior suite on two levels with two balconies with panoramic views of Saint-Paul and the sea, bathroom with bathtub and hairdryer, separate toilet, air conditioning, minibar, television, telephone, safe, free wifi access, courtesy tray: kettle and coffee machine.

SUPERIOR ROOM
Our superior rooms (19/25m2) are comfortable and pleasantly decorated in a Provencal style with pastel colours, most of them offer a view of the village of Saint Paul. Private bathroom with bath or shower and a hairdryer at your disposal. Air-conditioned rooms with television, minibar, telephone and safe and free wifi access.

Website: www.la-grande-bastide.com

Rooms: 14

Price: from 267 EUR per night

Mademoiselle Henriette Reboul, renowned as an antiques collector and a love priestess bought this private mansion dating from 1789 in 1903. She reputedly had numerous celebrity friends, lovers and mistresses, who all took abode in this magnificent residence.

Henriette Reboul’s residence took on a new lease of life under the magic wand of talented architects, Laure Juhen and Louis Mariotti and became this splendid boutique hotel in the Mazarin area: called “La Maison d’Aix”.

After three years of refurbishments, Laure and Louis have risen to this incredible challenge: the elusive Henriette Reboul’s spirit and sensual touch is still in the atmosphere. The finished work is in keeping with the original style and quite incredible.

The French Artisans Guild (Cabinet makers, Painters and Masons) have toiled with passion and unbridled talent to transform Henriette Reboul’s residence into a luxurious, discreet and exclusive boutique hotel in the heart of the Mazarin area, a few moments away from the famous Mirabeau square.

Step back in time, away from the hustle and bustle of Aix en Provence to a Jerusalem stone clad floor, 300 year old teak parquet floors in the bedrooms and superb contemporary furniture.

Each precious moment spent at la Maison d’Aix is pure escapism. Write a Novella, daydream, indulge in peaceful and restful moments and reconnect. La Maison d’Aix is a journey on the Nile.

AIX EN PROVENCE
There is no more sunny and celebrity-rich part of France than Provence, this iconic wedge of glittering coast, mountain retreat, Roman temple and gastronomic Art de Vivre. Travelling in Provence means sensual sauntering through scented lavender fields and vineyards, around vibrant morning markets, and along paradisaical shores lapped by clear turquoise waters.

At just 20 minutes far from Marignane Airport, the cultural capital of Provence : Aix en Provence radiates artistic elegance. The hometown of Paul Cézanne and his friend, the writer Emile Zola, Aix-en-Provence enjoys an idyllic Mediterranean setting and a lively student-led atmosphere.

Aix en Provence is all class: its plane tree–shaded boulevards and public squares are lined with 17th- and 18th-century mansions, such as La Maison d’Aix built in 1789, and punctuated by gurgling, moss-covered fountains.

The city’s grandest avenue, cours Mirabeau, is guarded by haughty stone lions – and by fashionable Aixois sipping espresso on wicker chairs on elegant café terraces. Living is stylish, landscapes are lyrical. Aix en Provence is an old-fashioned love affair that never dies.

LOVE SUITE
Imagine yourself escaping to 7th heaven. Maybe for a cruise along the Nile. Pen a novel or admire the view of the Sainte Victoire from the terrace.

Step into the shoes of a 19th century novel hero or maybe pretend to reenact the part from one of Henriette’s romantic escapes. This is the world you will retreat to once past the doors of the Love Suite. From hereon, recreate your own adventures and memories.

LA CHAMBRE D’HENRIETTE
Mlle Reboul’s famous lovers were invited to this splendid boudoir. The room still retains a mystique of sensuality and eroticism. The Henriette room decor has taken its inspiration from her boudoir’s secret intrigues. This luxurious room embodies a fine balance of comfort, voluptuousness and the latest technology.

Our guests are invited to recreate their own romance in this wonderfully comfortable and private room. Step out of time, allow your imagination to run wild, the Henriette room is the ideal choice for the discerning traveller who needs impeccable service without compromising on style.

LE JARDIN SECRET
During the siesta hours at the peak of the midday heat when the birds and cicadas pipe down, Henriette took refuge in this intimate sanctuary. Henriettes private life still echoes in this secluded Secret Garden room. The shuttered windows filtered the piercing sun rays that beat down on the residence’s exterior.

The architect, Laura Juhen , has cleverly recreated a heady cocoon through the subtle marriage of colours and volumes. The Secret Garden room is your elegant and private haven for your sejourn in Cezanne’s town.

LE CORSET
Henriette favored this hideaway of luxuriousness to pamper her beauty in readiness for her amorous « rendez-vous ». The quiet and cool interior in this unique place appealed to Henriette’s senses.

She often sat at the window overlooking the magnificent Aix style garden. Only slight architectural departures from the local style have been introduced with touches of black and white.

The room showcases sophisticated, unadulterated raw materials. A Venetian mirror sits happily alongside a piece of 300 year old teak furniture. The Corset room is the ideal « pied-a-terre » for a memorable provencal stay.

SPA & WELLNESS
In the basement, the small pool takes on the purple hues of a passionate love affair. In contrast, the hamman is a heaven of calm and well-being and can be a tonic for the body and mind.

One can relax in the stone vaulted room, enjoy the peace and reconnect. Cristal clear water is warmed at 29°C. Our indoor Spa is open 24 hours a day. Children policy : the minimum age for spa access is 16 years old.

THE SALON ROUGE
Champagne, fine wines, exotic fruits, Henriette liked to entertain in the Salon Rouge. long conversations which continued into the depths of the night, by candlelight whilst the gramophone played the latest songs. There are historical records of Cezanne, Picasso, Prince Grimaldi and his numerous well known friends meeting at dusk to debate and philosophize.

The original soul & character of this place were faithfully restored. An invitation to hear faint murmurs from these distant famous voices, while falling asleep on the deep cushioned red chair favoured by Henriette.

CONCIERGE
The hotel’s concierge can arrange a variety of shopping indulgences (such as an organized tour of the city), or give a variety of curated cultural products and services. On top of it, our conciergerie acts as a personal assistant during your stay, whether it be a business or a leisure one.

We pride ourselves to be the most attentive and respectful to those unique details that matter you the most for your comfort and your accommodation.

Website: www.lamaisondaix.com

Rooms: 4

Price: from 420 EUR per night

Enter a truly unique setting in Aix-en-Provence, close to the city centre and yet hidden away from the rest of the world, in beautifully lush surroundings. In the heart of a superb Mediterranean garden and a property spanning 8,000 m2 lies the luxury 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange.

Marvel at this renovated and extended 18th-century villa, admire its elegant architecture, the beauty of its Second Empire scalloped roof and the sophistication of its traditional townhouse interior.

Whether you’re enjoying a weekend in Aix-en-Provence or a holiday in Provence or the south of France, the luxury 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange is an exclusive property for an incredible stay.

The 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange welcomes guests to a truly exceptional property in Aix-en-Provence. Its luxury rooms and suites are a veritable ode to the sophisticated surroundings of the city’s 18th-century townhouses and the subtle and elegant French art de vivre.

Materials are luxurious (solid parquet, silk curtains, Provençal earthenware), furniture and ornaments are sumptuous and unique and rooms reflect the incredible expertise of master craftsmen (screens, ceiling mouldings). Enjoy a truly unique stay.

The restaurant at the luxury 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange in Aix-en-Provence is a light, sophisticated and welcoming venue you’ll love. Everything is discreetly luxurious and elegant here: stunning tables with intricate feet, cabriolet armchairs, luxurious French tableware, beautiful plants and much more.

Whether you’re dining with a loved one or with friends, savour the Chef’s delicately romantic, Mediterranean cuisine, made using fresh, local and seasonal produce, and choose from the restaurant’s impressive wine list.

Rooms and Suites
Gently turn the carved bronze handle and enter one of the 34 rooms and suites at the luxury 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange in Provence. Stay in the city centre of Aix-en-Provence, just moments away from Cours Mirabeau, in exquisite surroundings, decorated with luxury, quality materials and elegant shapes and patterns.

Stunning screens, delicate wallpaper, inspired by the Far East, solid parquet floors, rare furniture, silk curtains and beautiful ceiling mouldings are unique to each room category: everything is sophisticated, stylish and wildly romantic.

Suite
Every moment spent in a suite at the luxury hotel Villa Saint-Ange is like a dream; every ornament is an ode to sophistication.

Antique furniture, screens with original patterns, panoramic mural scenes, precious ornaments, silk curtains fastened with beautiful bronze brooch tie-backs, delicate ceiling mouldings and so much more create a harmonious sense of luxury and supreme elegance in the centre of a superb Mediterranean garden, filled with sweet-smelling plants and trees, including lavender, lime trees, centuries-old olive trees, cypress trees and other Provençal species.

In this haven of peace, moments from the city centre, enjoy an unforgettably luxurious stay in Aix-en-Provence.

Deluxe Prestige Room
The 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange in Aix-en-Provence has two Deluxe Prestige Rooms. Inside these rooms, beautiful solid wood parquet flooring is softened with carpets, delicate ceiling mouldings, silk curtains in sandy shades, held in place with bronze brooch tie-backs, rare furniture, precious period ornaments and Provençal earthenware.

Everything combines to create an ultra elegant feel; every detail is the ultimate in sophistication. Enter a Deluxe Prestige Room for an instant and intense sense of harmony.

Junior Suite
In the bedroom, in the adjoining living room and even in the superb shower room with traditional Provençal tiles, every material is showcased, every superb ornament has been carefully chosen.

From the stunning ceiling mouldings to the patterned wallpaper, from the delicate silk curtains with bronze brooch tie-backs and the monogrammed robes, everything displays a subtle sophistication.

Stay in a Junior Suite at the luxury hotel Villa Saint-Ange and experience the ultimate French elegance and art de vivre for a truly unforgettable stay in Aix-en-Provence, just minutes from Cours Mirabeau.

Classic Room
The Classic Rooms at the luxury 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange in Aix-en-Provence have the sophisticated and elegant décor of the city’s traditional townhouses, making them an ideal setting for your stay.

With a view of the cypress trees, the centuries-old olive trees and elegant statues or of the swimming pool (28 metres long, heated all year round), these rooms offer truly delightful surroundings.

Every item in the room has been carefully chosen for its aesthetics by the property’s owners. A Classic Room offers disabled access.

Breakfast 
Whatever you’re in the mood for and whatever time you wake up, breakfast can be enjoyed in the Second Empire conservatory of the restaurant dining room at the luxury 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange, in the cool morning air on the terrace in the heart of the Provençal garden or even in the privacy of your luxury room or suite.

Including local and organic produce (jams, bread, fresh seasonal fruit, fruit juices, eggs and more), breakfast at the 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange is a delightful and delicious way to start your day in Provence.

Dining
The restaurant at the 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange welcomes guests and local residents, offering a convenient setting in which to transport its diners with its deliciously romantic and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine in a sophisticated setting.

Enjoy a meal in the centre of Aix-en-Provence, just moments from Cours Mirabeau, in truly enchanting surroundings: within a tree-filled property spanning some 8000 square metres and beneath Provence’s blue skies, this restaurant pays tribute to the sophisticated French art de vivre.

In The Conservatory
Throughout the year, take advantage of the beautiful dining room’s Second Empire conservatory: bathed in natural light, it looks out on the hotel’s natural surroundings. This conservatory feels like a seamless extension of the lush garden with its magnificent plants and flowers.

Take a seat at an Empire-style round table which has been beautifully laid and sink into a cabriolet armchair in shades of white and green. Stunning silverware, tableware and glassware impress with their delicate elegance.

Whether you come for lunch or dinner, a meal at the 5-star hotel and restaurant Villa Saint-Ange in Aix-en-Provence is simply exquisite.

Mediterranean Cuisine
In the heart of Provence, the Chef at the hotel and restaurant Villa Saint-Ange, Nadège Serret, creates truly harmonious cuisine, inspired by Mediterranean and Italian dishes, made from fresh and seasonal produce.

The Chef works with local suppliers throughout the year, using seasonal, colourful and sun-drenched fruit and vegetables, aromatic herbs and flowers from Provence and further afield, fish, regional cheeses, French pâtisserie classics and much more as a beautiful, delicious palette for her cuisine.

Pair grouper, monkfish, lamb, grilled vegetables and other incredible dishes with a wide range of white, red and rosé wines from Provence, Corsica, Bordeaux and Burgundy – not forgetting some of France’s finest champagne, perfect for all your celebrations.

The Terraces
In warmer weather, the large terrace of the hotel and restaurant Villa Saint-Ange becomes the ultimate setting for a delicious lunch. Relax and unwind in the sophisticated surroundings of a luxury hotel with Mediterranean gardens.

The menu offers a wide range of light dishes, made with beautifully fresh ingredients: carpaccio, pissaladière, salads, traditional ice-cream and other tempting treats. The ideal place in which to enjoy a relaxing meal during a day out in Aix-en-Provence.

The Bar
Situated in the restaurant of the 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange, the bar has a magnificent zinc counter top; behind it stands Joën Saint-Requier, the head barman of the 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange, in the city centre of Aix-en-Provence.

Professional, creative and highly skilled, admire the craftsmanship with which he creates his signature cocktails, inspired by Vasarely, Vilmorin, Picasso and Mirabeau. Sip on these delicious drinks and enjoy the beautifully intimate and cosy feel of the bar or the terrace at this hotel in Aix-en-Provence.

Lounges and private lounge in Aix-en-Provence
The 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange has two lounges for exclusive events in the city centre of Aix-en-Provence, including a private dining room. Just moments from Cours Mirabeau, in beautifully quiet, lush surroundings, the luxury hotel Villa Saint-Ange is a truly unique venue, ideal for quiet concentration and total relaxation.

The Private Salon Malmaison
The Salon Malmaison, a private lounge, lies in the very heart of the 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange. Close to the city centre of Aix-en-Provence, yet sheltered by a magnificent Provençal garden, the Salon Malmaison is the ideal venue for private meetings, breakfasts, lunches or dinners.

Meet with your colleagues for a discreet working breakfast or with your partners for an important business lunch. This private lounge is fully equipped, making it the perfect place in which to hold employee, management or board meetings which require the strictest confidentiality and a truly exclusive service.

This private room, which pays tribute to Empress Joséphine, is beautifully sophisticated and stunningly elegant: high ceilings with mouldings, wall paintings by Zuber, inspired by 18th-century Chinese and oriental décor, a black ebony table, a superb silver candelabra, Limoges porcelain and more.

The lounge on the ground floor of the 18th-century villa provides access to the beautiful terrace and the garden. We are here to help when it comes to organising an incredible breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Swimming Pool
With its swimming pool, the 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange is a haven of peace in Aix-en-Provence, just a few minutes’ walk from the famous Cours Mirabeau, lined with superb townhouses in the city centre. Enjoy the tranquillity of these uniquely sophisticated, peaceful surroundings.

Breathe in the delicious scents of Provence in the property’s gardens, as you relax in the outdoor heated swimming pool with a whirlpool bath from the very beginning of the season and as you enjoy its vast terraces. Soak up this truly unique atmosphere which embodies the ultimate French art de vivre.

Outdoor Heated swimming pool
The mirror pool and the whirlpool bath of the 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange sparkle in the heart of 8,000 square metres of tree-filled grounds. Throughout the day, their crystal clear waters glint in the sunlight, reflecting the sun’s rays.

Take advantage of this 28-metre pool and enjoy a peaceful dip in its warm waters at any time of year, before lying down on one of the loungers which surround the swimming pool all year round. A uniquely relaxing experience in an exclusive setting in Aix-en-Provence.

Provençal Garden
The gardens at Villa Saint-Ange, the 5-star hotel with a swimming pool, are the perfect place in which to enjoy a stroll among its lush and deliciously fragrant plants and trees. Admire sculptures and fountains, relax in the shade of the lime trees and marvel at the olive trees and their incredible 400 years of history.

Gaze at the blue skies of Aix-en-Provence or wander around among trees and flowers, fountains and pools. Whatever the season, the luxury 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange in Aix-en-Provence, close to the city centre, is a stunning sight and a delight for the senses.

On The Terrace
In perfect harmony with the ochre colour of the hotel’s villas, the terraces are the ultimate relaxing setting in which to enjoy your stay at the 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange in Aix-en-Provence, just moments from the city centre.

Enjoy a cup of tea or a signature cocktail as the sun sets and the evening begins; sit down to lunch or dinner on the terrace and treat yourself to an incredible dining experience. The terraces have the same elegant feel of the 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange.

Wellness
Enjoy a relaxing wellness experience in our couple’s massage room and the gym at the 5-star hotel and spa Villa Saint-Ange in Aix-en-Provence. These two venues provide the ultimate relaxation in a Provençal garden. Unwind, relax and recharge in Provence, just minutes from the city centre and Cours Mirabeau.

The Spa
Just for you, exclusive treatments and massages provided by professional beauty therapists in a beautifully natural setting, decorated with wood. Our staff will be delighted to advise you on the right treatment to meet your needs.

Once you’ve made your way to the comfortable surroundings of our private massage room, close your eyes and enjoy the experience at the 5-star hotel and spa Villa Saint-Ange in Aix-en-Provence. Some treatments and massages can be provided in your room (on request).

The Gym
Treat yourself to a workout in the gym at the 5-star hotel and spa Villa Saint-Ange and feel great as you look out over the Mediterranean garden.

With a WaterRower rowing machine, a weights bench and a static bike, it’s the perfect place in which to focus on your cardio and to build strength. Stay in shape in an exclusive setting in Aix-en-Provence.

Seminars in Aix-en-Provence
Seminars, meetings for management or executives, study days, residential stays: whatever the corporate event, the 5-star hotel Villa Saint-Ange in Aix-en-Provence has the ultimate meeting room, bathed in natural light.

Enjoy this luxurious and exclusive setting with a high-end service in the heart of a superb Provençal garden, just minutes away from the city centre and Cours Mirabeau.

The hotel Villa Saint-Ange is an exceptional venue in which to organise corporate events, meetings and business lunches and dinners, away from prying eyes in Aix-en-Provence.

Aix-en-Provence
Whether it’s your first time or yet another visit, a trip to Aix-en-Provence is always worth it, from the Caumont Centre d’Art and its extraordinary exhibitions to Fondation Vasarely and its 44 monumental works.

Enjoy a guided visit of the city of Aix-en-Provence and learn about its fascinating past, explore an 18th-century townhouse, lose yourself in the historic city centre, find out more about Cézanne, visit Musée Granet, one of France’s finest museums, remember the past as you visit Fondation du Camp des Milles or wander along Cours Mirabeau on market day.

Provence
Your stay at Villa Saint-Ange in Aix-en-Provence is also an opportunity to visit Provence and its unmissable sights: its lavender fields, its hilltop villages, its countless châteaux and gardens.

Visitors to Provence can enjoy its coves and cliffs, its nearby Mediterranean beaches, its vineyards and its gourmet cuisine, intertwined with its extraordinary history. Our concierge staff will be thrilled to share their love of Provence with you and to recommend stunning itineraries.

Atelier Cézanne
In the hills just a few minutes’ drive from Aix-en-Provence, visit Paul Cézanne’s final home and workshop.

In this veritable haven of peace, sheltered from prying eyes and in the heart of a Provençal garden, admire his precious belongings, the models for his final still life paintings, the furniture and the materials with which he worked.

He lived in this beautiful home from 1902 until his death in 1906. He worked every morning in this workshop; dozens of his paintings from his time in Lauves are exhibited in some of the finest museums in the world.

Musée Granet
One of the finest museums in France can be found in the centre of Aix-en-Provence: it’s home to 12,000 paintings, most of which come from legacies and acquisitions made over the years by the city of Aix-en-Provence.

Admire 10 paintings by Paul Cézanne, including The Bathers (Grandes Baigneuses), a still life and a portrait of his wife.

The incredible collection of Philippe Meyer: from Cézanne to Giacometti which he bequeathed to the French state, a total of 73 masterpieces including 19 works of art by Giacometti and paintings by Pablo Picasso, Fernand Léger, Piet Mondrian, Paul Klee, Balthus, Giorgio Morandi, Bram van Velde, Nicolas de Staël and Tal Coat.

Several rooms are dedicated to 19th-century French painting, featuring artwork by Ingres, Granet and Duqueylard. A unique collection of paintings from French, Nordic and Italian artists from the 15th to the 18th centuries.

You can also marvel at sculptures of some of Aix-en-Provence’s greatest men, created by renowned sculptors. Several rooms are dedicated to archaeology, including a number of absolutely magnificent Celto-Ligurian sculptures.

Fondation Vasarely
Fondation Vasarely is an architectural centre dedicated to the artist Victor Vasarely. Marvel at his 44 monumental works. Fondation Vasarely is open every day from 10am to 6pm, including bank holidays. A listed historic monument since 2013, the museum restores the artist’s monumental wall structures.

Caumont Centre d’Art
The Caumont Centre d’Art is an unmissable attraction in Aix-en-Provence, located in the heart of the Hôtel de Caumont, a few minutes’ walk from Villa Saint-Ange, in the Quartier Mazarin area and just moments from Cours Mirabeau.

Visit the new exhibition which opened its doors on 8 November: the Hôtel de Caumont Centre d’Art presents the Japanese customs and culture of the Edo period (the second half of the 18th and the first half of the 19th century), featuring nearly 200 ukiyo-e prints and other remarkable pieces, exhibited publicly in France for the very first time.

Most of the exhibition’s pieces come from Georges Leskowicz’s collection, one of the largest collections of Japanese prints in the world. Open every day from 10am to 6pm. Our concierge staff can purchase tickets for you in advance.

Website: www.villasaintange.com

Rooms: 34

Price: from 245 EUR per night

Immerse yourself in a world of magic, where East meets West, and where Provence brings to mind an Italian-style dream. Join us at a luxury hotel in Aix-en-Provence, a haven of peace, where everything has been done to ensure that you have an unforgettable stay.

The Hotel La Villa Gallici welcomes you to an elegant 18th century residence. This 5-star Relais & Châteaux hotel offers top-of-the-range facilities combined with service bordering on excellence.

The country home opens out on to a garden filled with the sweet fragrances of Provence, with cypress trees sheltering the outdoor swimming pool. On the patio, the plane trees offer welcoming shade when the restaurant’s dining room is dressed in its most beautiful finery.

Enjoy a unique experience at La Villa Gallici, an enchanting and poetic site located just a few minutes’ walk from the centre of Aix-en-Provence.

LOCATION
5-star hotel in Aix-en-Provence, La Villa Gallici is a short walk from the town center, shops and museums. An ideal location for taking full advantage of all the treasures of King René’s town.

From Aix-en-Provence, benefit from easy access to the entire region. The town enjoys an extremely central location. You will be staying less than forty minutes from the main tourist sites in Provence.

Between Marseilles and the green hills of the Luberon, from Avignon to the Riviera, a large choice of outings, visits and activities is open to you. A concentration of pleasures to be enjoyed without delay.

ROOMS & SUITES
Velvets, canopies, damask fabrics, elegant wing chairs and filtered lighting: La Villa Gallici’s suites offer a romantic and enchanting setting. In Aix-en-Provence, a short walk from the town centre, treat yourself to a stay out of time in a Provencal country home in the style of a traditional Florentine villa.

Our suites offer a private garden or terrace overlooking the large grounds surrounding the villa. Take advantage of the 5-star services designed to ensure that you have an exceptional stay.

The suites’ hushed and cosy atmosphere joins forces with all the very latest facilities. You will feel at home, cared for by the ever available staff, there to cater for your every need, all in absolute discretion. Embark on a dream stopover in the heart of Provence.

TERRACE SUITES
La Villa Gallici offers 17 rooms and 6 Suites. They all have a unique interior design comprising objects collected from around the world, including ancient furnishings and elegant fabrics. A pure and original style which will delight you.

JUNIOR SUITE
A sweet note of Italy emanates from the Junior Suites of Villa Gallici. The decoration is replaced by damask fabrics, velvet, bed skies, shepherdesses and other period furniture. The place tinged with romance, will delight you with its soul imprint of the paintings of the artist Cézanne and these gardens “à la française”.

CLASSIC ROOM
Discover our classic rooms which offer a decoration associating the baroque and 19’s style.

La Villa Gallici’s Restaurant
Embark on a culinary journey at ourgourmet restaurant in Aix-en-Provence. The Hotel La Villa Gallici offers the opportunity to enjoy dishes with a Provencal accent prepared with great inventiveness.

Firstly, on the terrace, beneath the magnificent plane trees. The terrace bears a close resemblance to Florentine patios and will transport you into an elegant and bucolic atmosphere, far from the hustle and bustle of the town which was home to King René.

In the evening, the tables are lit by an abundance of candles, while the dishes succeed one another at your table dressed all in white.

Then, in the lounge, where the atmosphere is as cosy and intimate as the country home itself. In the welcoming squat armchairs, abandon yourself to a gourmet treat. Enjoy a refined and stylish cuisine in which tradition joins forces with exoticism.

MENU

The Chef Christophe GAVOT and his team prepare inspired dishes every day with the very best seasonal produce. In a unique and enchanting setting, enjoy dishes where the flavours of Provence come together harmoniously with the very latest culinary trends.

For example, try a Roasted Fillet of Sisteron Saddle of Lamb, Saffron Potato Corks, Marinde of Sweet Pepper and Chives, Japanese Black Garlic. Here, Provence is often found in some surprising places.

An original character that will delight through both the a la carte and set menus. Our menus change according to the season and are regularly updated.

Tribute is also paid to the region’s wines alongside the large selection of vintage wines. The Maître d’hôtel Vincent Iorfida will advise you throughout your meal in order to ensure that you benefit from the very best association of dishes and wines.

THE CHEF
The Chef Christophe GAVOT has managed the kitchen at La Villa Gallici’s restaurant since 2003. With his team, he offers refined cuisine which changes with the seasons and gives pride of place to quality produce, whilst also focusing on cooking techniques and seasoning.

Every day, his aim is to achieve excellence, precision and a taste for perfection which he has acquired as a result of his experience with several prestigious French Chefs.

After training at the Hotel School in Monaco, our Chef started his career in Corsica and Switzerland before setting sail aboard the Mermoz cruise ship under Jean Abauzit, Master Chef of France.

On his return to dry land, Christophe Gavot joined the team of Jean-Pierre Pestre, Master Chef of France, as a Sous-Chef. At the time, the latter was at the helm of the Vista Palace Hotel in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, above Monaco.

Christophe Gavot later pursued his career alongside Frédéric Milan for the opening of the Relais & Châteaux de Mirambeau. Today, the Chef shares his experience with his team at our restaurant in Aix to which he is particularly attached.

WINE CELLAR
Unusual.. but the new Wine Cellar stick together with the Villa Gallici Spa. Housed in the beautiful and elegant 18th Century Pavilion just in front of the swimming pool, in our Wine Cellar you can be delighted by wine tastings of excellent Regional, French and International Wines.

The shape of the Wine Cellar corresponds to a decanter: you enter a long shaped room which is like a neck and you reach the main rounded room.

A wooden ambience with a natural and playful atmosphere and delivers the impression of entering a wooden music instrument just like a mandolin. The music notes sculpted on the oak tree refers to the famous and celebrated opera festival of Aix-en-Provence.

A selection of 150 different labels amongst the Bordeaux, Bourgognes, Italian and exceptional wines (like Petrus) enhances the already existing rich Wine List of La Villa Gallici with its 180 labels… this is making of Villa Gallici Wine Cellar the most prestigious Wine Cellar of the Region.

During your stay at our Maison you can experience a tasting along with a selection of local and Italian products… Why don’t relax and enjoy a lovely glass of wine on the beautiful Terraces of Villa Gallici, on the border of our swimming pool or in one of the French Style Gardens?

Mr Vincent Iorfida, our Maitre d’Hotel, has a great passion for enology and he will be at your disposal for recommending the best combination of wines to your Menu or if you wish to take with you some bottles of wines… to remember about us… It wll be our pleasure to welcome you for a private customised tasting.

THE NEW VILLA GALLICI SPA
The Wellness center & the Spa offer a surface of 200 sqm, are housed in a 18th Century’s style pavilon, beautifully decorated with the original white stones of Enverse . They are located In the heart of the magnificent French Style Gardens of the Villa Gallici, on the border of the swimming pool

There is also a gym place with Technogym equipments and a lovely Glass Wall overlooking the Garden with its wonderful Nature.

Last but not least: the Solarium on the roof of the Pavilion is the ideal place to bask in the sun, relax while having a cocktail or Aperitif and enjoy the stunning views over Villa Gallici and the center of Aix-en-Provence.

TO VISIT
From our luxury hotel in Aix-en-Provence, enjoy easy access to the town which used to be home to King René, with its major museums and tourist sites.

Thanks to its central location, it is also possible to visit Provence: from the Camargue to the Luberon, via the Alpilles, the French Riviera and its rocky coves, enjoy a unique experience in the South of France.

Access the centre of Aix-en-Provence in just a few minutes. Let yourself be charmed by this town’s very special atmosphere and stroll around its picturesque streets, from the fountains to the lively squares. In the heart of the old town, discover the Tour de l’Horloge, the town’s old belfry, as well as Saint-Sauveur Cathedral.

In the heart of the Mazarin neighbourhood, pay a visit to Place des Quatre Dauphins at the centre of which stands a magnificent fountain. Another must is the Rotonde fountain, which dominates the famous Cours Mirabeau.

In the surroundings

When talking about Aix-en-Provence, it is impossible not to mention the Sainte-Victoire Mountain. It was made famous be the artist Paul Cézanne, who painted a multitude of “portraits” of it. On foot, by car, or by mountain bike, do not miss this emblem of Provence.

Take advantage of Aix-en-Provence’s central location to visit the region. In Avignon, discover the famous Popes’ Palace and the world-famous Saint-Bénezet Bridge. Not far away, the village of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence offers a typical Provencal atmosphere, much appreciated by artists.

At the foot of the Alpilles, Les Baux-de-Provence, a famous medieval village built at the summit of a rocky peak, will delight you with its authentic character and tourist facilities.

Marseilles is also very close by: the Phocean city is packed with surprises, such as Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde, which watches over the Old Port, the Canebière, and the picturesque neighbourhood of the Panier.

Moreover, since a few, Marseille has a new treasure: Le MUCEM.

A Museum,three sites: The heart of thenew museum wasbuilt by the architectRudyRicciottiandreppresents a placededicated to thediscoveryof the major stepsof Mediterranean civilizationsplace.

TheFortSaint-Jean, famous historicalmonumentdating from the twelfthcentury marksthe second step ofthe visit, which, throughitsamazinglandscape, offersthe wealth ofcollections of artsand populartraditions.

Thetourends inthe neighborhood ofBelle de Mai, which houses theCentre for ConservationandResources (CCR),designed by architectCorinneVezzoni.

On both sides of Marseilles, treat yourself to a privileged moment in the rocky coves of the coast. The ones in Cassis are particularly famous, as much for their turquoise waters as their well-preserved natural environment.

Set out on an excursion around the Luberon. Isle-sur-la-Sorgue and its antiques market, Lourmarin, Gordes, Ansouis and its castle, Cadenet, Fontaine-de-Vaucluse all extend a warm invitation to visitors.

LEISURE
After visits or if you just want to cool down, La Villa Gallici invites you to take advantage of its outdoor swimming pool. In the shade of the cypress trees, lulled by the song of the cicadas and the fragrance of lavender, take advantage of a soothing and relaxing moment.

The hotel also has a gym, ideal for keeping fit throughout your stay. For your evening activities, pay a visit to one of the many nightclubs in Aix-en-Provence. Guaranteed ambience and effervescence!

The most athletic guests also have the opportunity to try out the many sports activities. The coast and the sea are only a fifteen minute drive away. Many footpaths and mountain biking trails are also available.

And, golf enthusiasts have not been forgotten: the famous Pont-Royal course, designed by Severiano Ballesteros, is about thirty kilometres away, in Mallemort.

SHOPPING
In Provence, Aix is renowned for being the capital of fashion and shopping. Leading luxury brands have established their base here, in particular in the triangle formed by Rue Fabrot, Rue Marius Reynaud and the Cours Mirabeau.

Off-the-peg fashion stores or haute couture boutiques, prestigious jewellers, famous shoemakers: you will be spoilt for choice. All just a few minutes’ walk from La Villa Gallici!

The town centre’s streets are also lined with shops of all kinds. Take a stroll and enjoy a drink or a snack on a terrace, for example, on the Cours Mirabeau, where there are many well-established bars and restaurants.

ART
With its special light and landscapes, Provence has often inspired artists and writers. Emile Zola, Pablo Picasso, Paul Cézanne and many others have helped to forge the unchanging image of this land drenched in sunlight. Some of their works can be viewed near your hotel.

La Villa Gallici is just 500 metres from the Atelier Cézanne. Originally from Aix-en-Provence, this artist immortalised the Sainte-Victoire and many other landscapes in Provence. Visit his studio and follow the itinerary around the town devoted to the artist.

Some of Cézanne’s works are preserved at the Granet Museum, such as his “Bathers”. Be sure to visit this institution devoted to Fine Arts.

In the heart of the City, in the Old Quartier Mazarin excatly, is the location of L’Hotel de Caumont, an old building that used to be the Conservatoire of Music of Aix-en-Provence. It proposes temporary and different exhibition over the month.

Another atmosphere, another venue: the Vasarely Foundation will amaze you with its avant-garde architecture and its original artistic events. Finally, not far from Aix-en-Provence, enjoy a visit to Vauvenargues Castle, where Picasso lived before being buried there.

Website: www.villagallici.com

Rooms: 22

Price: from 389 EUR per night

Le Pigonnet cultivates discretion, tucked away in a residential area, just a few minutes walk from Aix-en-Provence center. Practically nothing gives it away at the entrance – you need to go up the alley lined with plane trees to see the hotel, which feels like going back in time to a Provence of the past.

A few mullioned windows evoke the original 18th century foundations, leaves crawl across the façade and the green shutters ooze timeless charm. A sculpture of Saint Peter holds the key to this garden of Eden, which is the hotel’s most cherished treasure.

The hotel’s history is linked to the revival of thermal baths at the beginning of the 20th century. Things sped up in 1924 when the Swellen family took over the property. For three generations they injected and fostered outstanding character perpetuated by Esprit de France today.

Le Pigonnet currently brings Aix locals and tourists from around the globe together via fine dining and music. Traditions and modern art de vivre are rolled into one, making the hotel an ideal base for touring the south.

It is also a destination in itself. Relax to the sound of the water features and walk in Paul Cézanne’s footsteps. No need to go far to escape as you explore the delightful sections one after another.

The Villa Pigonnet
La Villa du Pigonnet is a little piece of Provence. Built in the early 19th century, the architecture has a constant air of vacation with varnished tiles on the facade and arcade windows. Behind the shutters, shade and light play around like in a Matisse painting. However, recent renovations have added modern comforts.

There are four bright and cosy bedrooms for up to 8 guests. The room layout around the spacious lounge is just like a family home with all the comforts of a 5-star hotel! The landscaped garden, garden furniture on the terrace and private pool are invitations to unwind after a busy day out.

La Villa is an ideal home base for touring Provence : exploring the Luberon, the Mediteranean coast, the Alpilles mountain range and Saint Victoire mountain. The proximity to Aix town center is perfect for shopping and enjoying the bustling ambience.

Terrace Suite – Garden View
Luxury is at ease in this 860 sq ft suite including 1,830 sq ft panoramic terrace. The lounge, bedroom and bathroom are all linked and the decor’s contemporary spirit enduces a sensation of spaciousness combined with abundant natural daylight flooding in through large French windows.

To enhance the length of the bathroom there is a free-standing hot tub connecting it to the bedroom. Open-spacing prevails, both inside and out where the view meets the tree tops and plunges down to Saint Victoire mountain.

A delight to be shared by 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. The suite includes a convertible sofa in the lounge and a 6.5ft king bed in the bedroom. The bathroom includes a shower (in addition to the hot tub), bathrobes, slippers and SOTHYS beauty products (WC separate).

Junior Suite Terrace – Garden View
Our Junior Suites were designed for guests who like space. 430 sq ft inside with a modern decor – up to 1080 sq ft of private terrace outside. The view from these outdoor lounges is unrivalled, starting with the century-old chestnuts in the foreground and the foothills of Saint Victoire mountain in the distance.

The inside is divided into a sleeping area with a 6.5ft king size bed and a lounge area with a convertible sofa. The suites include a desk and a large wardrobe, and can accommodate 3 adults or 2 adults & 2 children. The bathrooms include a shower and bathtub, bathrobes, slippers and SOTHYS beauty products (WC separate).

RESTAURANT
Elegance and seasonal menus – the restaurant at le Pigonnet has been a reputed institution for nearly a century, which is no surprise! The decor first of all, enchants just the right degree. The bright dining room inside is sectioned by arcades opening onto the garden.

The impeccable table linen, table Arts and waiters’ coordination illustrate the level of quality. Tables are laid outside in season beside the century-old horse chestnut tree alley. They shade the dining rooms which invite guests to enjoy the view, even if just for a cup of tea or coffee.

Local market produce dictates the menu. Although originally from the north of France, Chef Thierry Balligand adopted southern cuisine a long time ago. He joined le Pigonnet in 1993 and immediately fell in love with the hotel and all the local produce.

Today he runs his brigade with dedication as if conducting an orchestra. The mostly local produce is selected when ripe (subject to harvests). The cooking methods and seasonings are always “just so”. The plating and texture arrays remind diners the chef started out as a pastry chef.

Some of his specialties are organic egg parfait, cream of stuffed artichokes, filet of sole, saffron cockles, real mashed potato, pan-fried veal sweetmeats, chestnut flour gnocchis and grilled pancetta, which are all southern dishes.

To vary pleasures, Thierry added a vegetarian menu using aromatic herbs from our own garden a few years ago. Iranian pistachio soufflé and red berry sorbet are the most popular desserts. Pastry chef makes all the gourmet treats served at tea time under the chestnut trees.

The 1924 Bar
How about trying a Farigoule Sour or a Spritz à la française in a stress-free ambience? Then go to the 1924, the hotel’s cosy indoor bar. Open from October to May, the winter bar recalls a Gentleman’s club where the music is always good, with mirrors and a real fireplace.

The bar hosts live music THE Thursdays. In addition to signature cocktails, the list includes fine wines, tapas and classic snacks (Caesar salad, burgers, tartare, etc…) to enjoy while looking at the portraits of the artists who stayed at the hotel in the past.

Garden bar
The outdoor garden bar opens as soon as warm weather arrives. A large open lounge is set up on the teak terrace from May to October. Aperitifs are enjoyed while casually playing pétanque and tapas are cooked to order on the plancha. A casual ambience and extra entertainment with live music on Thursdays.

Romantic dinners
There is a special table for romantic dinners in a secluded part of the garden, away from the terrace. It provides idyllic settings which become magical at nightfall. The service includes a waiter of the utmost discretion who will only intervene on request.

Pool
The pool is heated from Spring to end of Summer. It is on the edge of the garden and surrounded by pine trees to filter the heat of the sun. After a busy day of visits, enjoy a siesta on our deck chairs and listen to the ciccadas’ song.

Wellness Area
A cocoon of serenity including Sothys products, energizing or relaxing beauty treatments, plus a sauna and a turkish bath to truely unwind.

Petanque ground
Play pétanque, an extremely popular game which is practically an institution in the south of France! Test your bowling accuracy in the shade of the outdoor bar while making new friends!

Enchanting settings for that special day.
Bringing family and friends together to celebrate your wedding should be an unforgettable moment. Le Pigonnet offers enchanting settings and 5-star services to make sure it is!

The charms of a provencal country home are cleverly combined with the landscaped garden. Make the delightful decor yours and design the meal and evening you want to experience on the best day of your life.

A member of the Events teams will assist or become your wedding planner to manage the flowers, music, menu, show kitchens and entertainment for your guests. Not forgetting there are 45 cosy rooms and suites to accommodate your guests. Dreams come true here.

A lucky star shining down over your event
The settings are truely exceptional. They combine the charms of a grand country house with a luxuriant garden, which allows the hotel to put on a variety of events. The Events team will help you find the space you need.

We offer large rooms opening onto the garden for receptions and private dining rooms for family meetings, birthdays and anniversaries. Our suites with terraces are ideal for cocktail parties and gatherings.

The outdoor bar is near the pétanque ground and the pool, making it an excellent spot for garden parties, and the Villa offers select settings for romantic evenings. Made-to-measure is not just for decor, it extends to your plates thanks to Chef Thierry Balligand’s experience in creating one-of-a-kind menus.

Modern equipment in select settings
Prestigious settings to promote your firm. The Events team will help you design an event in your image. 258 – 860 sq ft rooms with French windows opening onto the garden to host all sorts of meetings, think-tanks, conventions, press conferences, cocktail parties, product launches etc…

There is also a spacious Garden Apartment (1,722 sq ft) and the Villa for board meetings, contract signing and other private and confidential meetings. We offer accommodation in-line with your employee incentives.

Eight different room categories (45 rooms & suites) are available, including 4 suites with panoramic terraces. The entire hotel is geared up for a variety of sports and cultural activities. We guarantee attendies will evacuate stress and go back to work more motivated than ever!

The Region, Escape in Provence
Le Pigonnet is ideally located at only 875 yards from Aix-en-Provence town centre (a 10-minute walk) and therefore close to local entertainment, perfect for combining relaxation, business, cultural outings and even a little shopping!.

Aix is a large, charming town, a genuine gem of Provence, bursting with remarkable monuments and architecture, as well as all the typical little lanes. It is a wonderful place to wander round and enjoy, stopping every now and then to admire sites and visit quaint boutiques all year round.

Aix has been a cultural hub since the Romans and hosts an international music festival every summer featuring major opera singers. The neighbouring town Avignon also hosts a highly-reputed annual arts festival.

Le Pigonnet is a perfect starting point to tour Provence and see the sights, such as wild bulls and horses in Camargue, gorgeous creeks at Cassis, country manors made from Luberon stone and lively Marseille.

Musée Granet
The Granet museum is inside the old hôtel de l’Ordre de Malte in the old town, next to the Cours Mirabeau district.

The museum is devoted to painting, sculpture and archaeology, ranging from antique treasures to Andy Warhol’s aesthetic pop art, and continues to expand and add permanent collections, illustrating a desire to display Art of all eras and cultures.

A new presentation of French, Nordic and Italian 15th to 18th century painting collections has been on show since 2010, in addition to the splendid permanent collections (Granet, Ingres, Cézanne’s donations to Giacometti, and more). Over 500 paintings, sculptures and archeological items are on show to the public.

Exhibitions on tour regularly embelish the permanent collections – contact the front desk to find out which exhibitions will be on while you are with us or to request private showings.

Hôtel de Caumont
The institution was set up in the old Hôtel de Caumont, an 18th century marvel, and hosts two major annual exhibitions focused on famous painters ranging from classical antiquity to today.

In addition to paintings, other forms of art are also on show at the hotel’s highly-prized Art Centre. The Cézanne au pays d’Aix (Cézanne in Aix) film is streamed all day at the Art Centre’s auditorium, and concerts, artistic performances and forums will be scheduled in 2015.

Cézanne’s studio
All true Cézanne lovers know that this is where the painter’s presence can be felt the most. The Lauves workshop is a genuine memorial steeped in the artist’s image. All the painter’s personal items and his artistic preferences are on show.

Cézanne started moving to his large country workshop 1st September 1902 and worked there every day during the last four years of his life. Tens of works, including his last and notably the Large Bathers, were painted in the bright and peaceful workshop.

MUCEM
Three sites, three ambiences and multiple surprising offers at the massive 10.9 acre MUCEM (Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations): the museum is ultra modern and attracts diverse publics given the extremely wide range of activities on offer.

In addition to seeing all the major exhibitions in the new museum’s gallery, visitors can also attend lectures, concerts, intellectual debates, watch film projections or simply enjoy the town ambience while strolling around the Mediterranean gardens at the restructured Saint-Jean Fort.

MUCEM is much more than must-see exhibitions, it is an incredible meeting place for all sorts of interests.

The Camargue
An enchanting natural region with impressive skies where people live with in the wetlands with horses, cattle and birds. The Camargue National Nature Reserve offers visitors stunning scenery and is a sanctuary of protected species and rare fauna and flora in Europe

Camargue is a listed UNESCO biosphere reserve and Arles is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site. The region is located between the two branches of the Rhône delta, of which 385 sq miles is marshland, the largest and most secretive wetland in France.

It is divided into three distinct zones: farming in the north, salt marshes to the east and west and brine lagoons in the south. Horse and cattle breeding is divided into approximately 100 manades (small, semi-feral herds led by a gardian) which visitors can see.

The Camargue horse is the only mount of the gardian and also his work tool. The region is also an Important Bird Area given over 400 species of birds have been identified there including the greater flamingo, which has become the symbol of Camargue birds.

Taking the time to explore Camargue is extremely worthwhile and possible on foot, by bicycle or even better, on the back of a real Camargue horse!

The Sainte Victoire Mountain
Saint Victoire mountain (3,317 ft) is the symbol of Provence, present at the Cézanne museum and the emblem of the Aix region. The site is an explorers’ delight, covered in pathways and dry stone banks (for terrace farming).

The religious heritage offers ramblers and trekkers several interesting stop-offs: Sainte-Victoire priory, built in the 17th century, Saint-Ser refuge, a little chapel built in extension to a cave in memory of a 5th century hermit who took refuge there, surrounded by marvellous scenery, the Croix de Provence standing tall on the west point of the mountain range.

The Mouches summit is the highest point and offers an amazing panorama encompassing the Provencal horizons and the rolling planes of the countryside. Mont Ventoux and the Alps can be seen in good weather.

Marseille’s calanques
Marseille on the Mediterranean coast definitely deserves a visit. The Jardin des Vestiges archeological site, the banks of the Old Port, Le Panier district (oldest part), MUCEM (Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations), the Vallon des Auffes district (little fishing haven) and more!

In fact, there are heaps of things to see, covering 26 centuries of history, and lovers of the sea will be delighted with the bright blue Mediterranean.

The Mediterranean is a genuine treasure trove and trips to tour the Frioul islands (including the Chateau d’If – Count of Monte Cristo) and the Cassis creeks are top of the list. Then head back inland towards the Garlaban and Sainte-Baume mountain ranges to see Pagnol’s Provence.

Luberon
The Luberon enjoys the gentle Mediterranean climate east of the Rhône valley and has nutured its important cultural heritage and natural countryside for centuries. The region, became a Regional Nature Park in 1977, is reputed for the quality of the tourist offers.

The attractive villages (Bonnieux, Roussillon, Lourmarin, Gordes, etc.), authentic local produce and crafts guarantee visitors an unforgettable time in Provence.

The City of Avignon
Avignon was the Christian capital during the Middle Ages (Avignon Papacy) and has protected it’s exceptional heritage for centuries, most of which is now classed UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as:

the Palais des Papes and le Pont d’Avignon, the Place du Palais, l’Hôtel des Monnaies’ baroque façade (ancient mint), the Petit Palais museum and the Cathedral, not forgetting the ramparts from the Jardin des Doms to the bridge.

Website: www.hotelpigonnet.com

Rooms: 45

Price: from 188 EUR per night

5-star Spa hotel just a few minutes from the Cours Mirabeau, in a peaceful rural setting you will find a place to be discovered with wonder. To unearth the secret, make your way to the Route du Tholonet and set out to discover the landscapes of Cézanne.

Among the vineyards and olive groves, discover a superb 5-hectare estate that hides a building of character dating from the 18th century. The home of an Aix nobleman, a place of rest famous for its peaceful environment and its pure air, the property has now been turned into a Luxury Spa Hotel.

Opened in 2013, Les Lodges Sainte-Victoire is a must in the Aix region, inspired and inspiring, where time appears to stand still. Far from the hustle and bustle of the town, sheltered from prying eyes, treat yourself to an enchantingly peaceful break in the welcoming rays of the sun.

Adopt the Provencal way of life, take time to enjoy the present and immerse yourself in the beauty of the place. Take advantage of the magnificent panoramic view to recharge your batteries and savour a renewed sense of peace.

Sainte-Victoire Mountain faces you and invites you to tranquillity and contemplation. Take a deep breath, close your eyes and imagine that you are Cézanne who painted about 80 canvasses of what became known as “the blue mountain” owing to its subtle and changing colours.

A master in the art of hospitality, the team of Les Lodges Sainte Victoire knows how to be discreet and attentive to your every wish. The employees describe themselves as a family and like to consider every guest who crosses the threshold of Les Lodges Sainte Victoire as one of its new members.

In a welcoming atmosphere, the staff will take care of you with great respect and infectious dynamism. Welcome to Les Lodges Sainte Victoire, where tranquillity, luxury and gastronomy are on the programme for this exceptional stay.

Rooms
All the rooms of Les Lodges Sainte-Victoire hotel are south-facing and open on to the park, the Aix countryside and, for some Suites, Sainte-Victoire Mountain. Thus, from the peace and quiet of your cosy cocoon, you will be able to admire the splendour of the surrounding natural environment.

The luxuriant vegetation, the mild Mediterranean climate and birdsong are all invitations to enter a universe out of time, where serenity and magic reign.

Vast and bright, the rooms are decorated in an elegant and modern style: oak parquet flooring, high curtains in noble materials that match the bed throws, a mosaic of understated colours and filtered lighting help to create a warm atmosphere that is ideal for rest and well-being.

The cosy and comfortable bedding promises sweet dreams and enchanting mornings. The rooms in the main building feature high ceilings characteristic of 18th century buildings, while the rooms in “Les Terrasses” building have a balcony or a garden level.

Whether for a stay with a loved one, the family or friends, our luxury hotel offers many options with rooms and suites from 25m² to 77m².

Suites
Junior Suite, Prestige Suite, Family Suite or Signature Suite, Les Lodges Sainte-Victoire offers you absolute comfort in a luxury hotel. Ideal for family holidays, the Family Suite can cater for up to 4 guests in two separate rooms.

Very spacious and with cutting-edge facilities, some of the 12 suites have their own private balcony. For a romantic stay, the Junior Suite and Prestige Suite offer complete privacy. Finally, the Signature Suites are the establishment’s hallmark.

Sainte Victoire Signature Suite
This suite comprises a bedroom with a double bed or twin beds, a separate lounge with a sofa, a dressing room, air-conditioning, a bathroom with a central bath and two walk-in showers, a safe, a minibar, two flat-screen satellite televisions, free Wi-Fi access, a view over the Aix countryside and Sainte-Victoire Mountain, about 77m².

Saint Estève Signature Suite
This suite comprises a bedroom with a double bed or twin beds, a separate lounge with a sofa, air-conditioning, a bathroom with a bath and a walk-in shower, a safe, a minibar, two flat-screen satellite televisions, free Wi-Fi access, a 40m² terrace, a view over the Aix countryside, about 52m².

Prestige Suite
This suite comprises a bedroom with a double bed or twin beds, a separate lounge with a sofa, air-conditioning, a bathroom with a bath and a walk-in shower, a safe, a minibar, two flat-screen satellite televisions, free Wi-Fi access, a balcony or a terrace, a view over the Park, the Aix countryside or Sainte-Victoire Mountain, about 47m².

VILLA RENTAL AIX-EN-PROVENCE
The establishment’s four villas are laid out around a large lounge with an open-plan kitchen open on to the dining room, and three bedrooms, including a master bedroom on the upper floor.

Each villa is surrounded by a garden and has its own terrace and its own heated private pool. In this dream setting, treat yourself to some sunbathing as you listen to the lapping water and the sounds of the countryside.

Our villas offer the perfect setting for inviting your friends or family to enjoy an experience that they will not forget in a hurry. Whether your stay lasts one night, one week, or one month, our teams are at your disposal to ensure that you your time here is perfect and free of any constraints.

Thus, our top-of-the-range hotel service offers tailor-made on-demand services: Chef at home, hair stylist, masseur, beautician, sports coach, private golf instructor, and more. Nothing is too good for you!

THE SAINT ESTÈVE
After Paul Cézanne, Sainte-Victoire Mountain has provided a constant source of inspiration for creative spirits… At the Saint Estève restaurant, the Chef Julien Le Goff hones his talents and communicates his energy.

Michelin-star restaurant Aix-en-Provence
A star in the country
The Michelin star was awarded in February 2014, barely a few months after opening. In the kitchens, Julien Le Goff relies on his instincts. Here, there are no ready-made recipes, the Chef draws inspiration from the tastes and colours which the region offers every day.

This gives rise to a spontaneous menu dictated by the seasons and his inspiration. Although the Chef knows how to be open and attentive when creating his dishes, precision is the key when it comes to the quality of the produce and the cooking methods!

It is this balance between creative freedom and high technical standards that makes Julien’s cuisine so surprising.

In the dining room!
The Chef’s choice of this place is obvious and you will soon understand why. The tables around the exterior appear to hang over garden. The horizon laid out before you gives the impression of a dinner at one with nature.

The place’s decoration reflects the image of the hotel, elegant and modern. Stylish furniture, comfortable armchairs, soft lighting, beautiful crockery, bouquets of flowers… Every detail has been studied with great care to ensure that you enjoy a prestigious gourmet evening.

The Chef’s enthusiasm is contagious and he infects the team with all the energy needed to run the establishment. In the dining room, the entire team is extremely involved and take part in a superbly well choreographed ballet. Each one knows the role he has to play to ensure that your meal is an exceptional moment.

Working in the dining room at the Saint Estève means more than just serving dishes but rather participating in the collective effort required for their success.

THE UNMISSABLE “LIVELY PLACE” FOR HOTEL RESIDENTS
At the heart of the hotel is a place that follows the rhythm of the seasons. A cosy cocoon in the winter, a refreshing haven in the summer, the Atelier des Lodges welcomes you every day until 11pm. Three key moments set the pace of the day in this relaxing haven.

Breakfast
Get the day off to a good start with a generous breakfast, comfortably settled on a bench while, through the window, you admire Sainte-Victoire Mountain which will never fail to amaze you.

Afternoon snack
The afternoon snack is for sweet treats! After a few lengths in the nearby pool, spoil yourself with the wonderful cakes that have been beckoning to you since you arrived at the Atelier. You will be able to enjoy them with an ice tea or a delicious smoked tea depending on the time of year.

Cocktails & Aperitif
Enjoy a family or friendly time on our terrace having a Cocktail, a glass of wine or Champagne, while admiring the mount Sainte-Victoire. Extend this moment with a Cheese or Delicatessen board, salads and snacks. If you would rather laze around in your cosy nest, the Atelier des Lodges also offers room service until 2.am.

Spa
The Spa is a genuine 250m² haven of peace which reinvents harmony between mind and body. Its refined interior design invites you to relax and let go. Treat yourself to the luxury of a moment just for you.

The spa comprises two treatment booths, a sauna, a hammam, a heated indoor pool, a heated open-air pool, a gym, a nail parlour, an herbal tearoom and a terrace with a view over the park. The spa’s team is at your service and will suggest the most suitable services.

The treatments are provided in cosy booths with filtered lighting which is ideal for relaxing. They are applied with Cinq Mondes brand products, a sure and recognised value in the field of beauty.

The Maison Cinq Mondes invents treatments focused on the past and the future. The brand draws on ancient traditions which it adapts, thanks to its various scientific partnerships, to present-day needs, in order to develop effective products.

Massages
The “Signature” massages are customised. The methods are solely manual and the products used are natural and paraben free.

The large selection of Cinq Mondes treatments will ensure complete relaxation thanks to the exotic and delicious rituals such as the aromatic energising scrub with rare and precious spices, or even the “Rituel Fleurs de Bali®” radiant facial massage.

Creams, oils, lotions, balms, fragrances and candles comprise delicate textures and subtle fragrances that invite you to rest and get away from it all.

Treatments
The spa also offers beauty treatments. Beautiful hands and soft skin will be all yours!

Pool
The spa’s pool immerses you in an ocean of well-being. The light, the minimalist interior design and the nearby sofas create a soothing atmosphere.

Herbal tearoom
To prolong the feeling of inner peace you have enjoyed since you arrived, pay a visit to the herbal tearoom where you will be able to choose a delicious drink to be savoured as you rest on the sunny terrace. The spa is open every day from 10 am to 8 pm.

Gym
But before you spoil yourself you have to do some work! To keep fit, guests benefit from 24-hour access to a gym. In this bright room that opens out on to the hotel’s gardens, you will find a complete range of machines that will help you to keep your body in shape: fitness bike, cross-trainer, weights bench, treadmill, and more.

A sports coach is available on request if you require personalised advice for your “fitness programme”. To mix business with pleasure, a television allows you to follow the news or the programme of your choice while you are exercising.

YOUR SEMINAR IN PROVENCE

Thanks to the “Team building” and “Incentive in Provence” solutions, you have the chance to combine sport and leisure activities with your seminar in order to mix business and pleasure.

For example, your teams will be able to follow a cookery class with our Chef, do some wine tasting or even enjoy a drink as they play French bowling or an escape game. Everything has been brought together to ensure that your employees find the motivation and dynamism they need to accomplish their missions!

GETTING MARRIED IN AIX-EN-PROVENCE
Your Wedding in Aix-en-Provence in a 4-star Spa hotel: Enchanting estate in the countryside, panoramic view to make you dream, elegant interior design. This is the idyllic setting offered at Les Lodges Sainte-Victoire

Add to this competent professionals and a friendly service and you will obtain the perfect place for a successful wedding! Our establishment’s teams place all their know-how at your service so that your married life gets off to a perfect start.

Their aim? To ensure that this event is a magical and unforgettable memory for you and your guests. Ceremony in the gardens, stylish picnic, activities in the lounges opening out on to Sainte-Victoire Mountain, cocktails to the sound of a music group, and much more. Everything is possible.

Meal, cocktail, aperitif, brunch, and more. Our Michelin-star Chef and his team place all their talent at your service in order to prepare refined and tailor-made menus. Les Lodges Sainte-Victoire also welcomes you for your wedding anniversary and promises you an event that is as beautiful as your married life has been!

Tourism
Aix Market is a must. Every day, in the old town, you will be able to meet local farmers (olive oil, fragrances of Provence, spices). You will find a flower market worthy of the one on Cours Saleya in Nice. The market is much more lively on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

City of Art, there are many sites to be visited in the town centre:

• The Granet Museum with its magnificent Planque collection.
• The breathtaking Hôtel de Caumont with its temporary exhibitions.
• The Atelier Cézanne to find out more about the famous painter.
• The Vasarely Foundation, contemporary art with surprising geometric shapes.

Restaurants in Aix, a fascinating story:

• Le Jardin Mazarin (Rue du Quatre Septembre) “Charm and refinement”
• Le Millefeuille (Rue Rifla Rafle) “Delicate and refined local cuisine”
• Chez Mitch (Rue des Tanneurs) “Semi-gastronomic & Provencal restaurant”
• Brasserie du Marché (Place Richelme) “Local cuisine, terrace in the heart of the town”
• Chez Jo (Rue Espariat) “Aix brasserie, wood fire baked pizza, very good meat”
• Le Koï (Rue Paul Doumer) “Japanese restaurant, dishes prepared before you”

Sainte-Victoire Mountain and its trails. The symbol of Provence, the emblem of the Pays d’Aix, the muse of Cézanne, Sainte-Victoire Mountain rises to an altitude of 1,011 m and offers unequalled views. Our Concierge service is at your disposal to advise you about tailor-made itineraries (all levels, variable walking times).

Around the Calanques, just 40 minutes from Le Tholonet, Cassis, a small Italian-style fishing port, nestles in the magnificent Calanques Regional Nature Park. Many restaurants await you there. Do not hesitate to ask us for details.

Towards the Luberon, just a 1-hour drive away, several picturesque villages are well worth the detour:

• L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue & the Fontaine de Vaucluse spring
• Lourmarin & its Provencal market every Friday from 8 am to 1 pm.
• Saint-Remy-de-Provence, Gordes & les Baux-de-Provence, take a day to visit each of these colourful villages.

Website: www.leslodgessaintvictorie.com

Rooms: 35

Price: from 246 EUR per night

The Château de Fonscolombe is designed as a large house where all the spaces join in a spirit of family while still preserving individual privacy. Beginning with the front steps, Château life is discernible in each of its 50 rooms.

The historical salons of the Château, where echoes of the sumptuous receptions of the Saporta family still resound, are decorated with Genoa leathers and the Chinese wallpapers of the 18th century.

Their restoration, as well as that of the ceilings with Provencal gypseries, chandeliers and door frames, was entrusted to the best local houses and craftsmen. All materials have been selected in harmony with the setting to match the glamorous and the pastoral in Provencal style.

The story of a re-birth
A place filled with history

Built in the heart of Provence in the Quattrocento style of the 18th century, this magnificent residence has belonged to two large families of humanists, that of the Marquis de Saporta and Fonscolombe.

Its members are renowned in the sciences and weaponry, particularly in medicine and botany, as evidenced by their inventive friendship with Rabelais, their service with Henri de Navarre, and their correspondence with Darwin.

One of them even participated in the signing of the treaty granting Corsica to France. Jewel of diplomacy and the art of living, vibrant with the rhythm of adventures and holidays, Fonscolombe resonates three centuries of the history of France.

The Queen of England, Queen Mum, stayed there and planted an atlas cedar, and its shade still shelters us today. The Château grounds includes 180 species of trees and plants, a legacy of the famous botanist Gaston de Saporta in the 19th century.

An architectural adventure
After eighteen months of work on the rehabilitation and restoration, Château de Fonscolombe reopens its gates. The restoration of the Château has carefully preserved the heritage in order to keep the spirit and elegance of this place intact.

It is the fruit of the vision and determination of Hélène Martel-Massignac, who designed this entire project with great passion.

To rehabilitate Château de Fonscolombe and give it a new life, Hélène Martel-Massignac surrounded herself with a talented team: Corrado Giuli Morghen (Fabrica Traceorum), heritage architect who worked on many listed buildings and ancient gardens (the Orthodox Cathedral of Nice and the Estrine Museum in Saint-Remy de Provence), and the agency Artefak for the unlisted spaces, led by the duo of Arnaud Behzadi and Vincent Bastie, Architect of numerous hotel projects (Les Bains Paris, Le Burgundy, Le Marignan), in collaboration with the decorator Cathy Crinon.

The Orangerie and its terraces
L’Orangerie is a modern designed restaurant. It can seat up to 120 people. L’Orangerie is a destination for those in search of taste, simplicity, and sublime flavors.

Whether at breakfast, lunch or dinner, the menu is a subtle combination of provencal and creative cuisine. The food combines simplicity and flavors with seasonal vegetables from the garden and the best regional suppliers.

The Chef Quentin Durand
Chef Durand’s cuisine is modern and full of freshness, influenced by its Breton origins. Passionate about seafood, he fell in love with vegetables in Provence. His signature dish? A seaweed saint-pierre served with a texture artichoke from Provence and a yuzu nori hollandaise sauce.

Your « Madeleine de Proust » by our Chef Quentin Durand
At Château de Fonscolombe, a unique place steeped in life and history, the Chef, Quentin Durand offers his guests a journey back in time, transport yourself to your childhood, in these happy moments of sharing in the kitchen of your parents or your grandparents with your « Madeleine de Proust » which our Chef will prepare especially for you. Make your request at reception, when confirming your stay.

Breakfast & brunch
In the morning, a succulent breakfast is served from 7:30 am in the Orangerie, on the terrace, in the gardens or in your room. The Fonscolombe breakfast is a unique event: a gourmet menu served in mini-portions, with sweet and savoury delicacies accompanied by freshly squeezed juices, and coffees and teas.

Breakfast
In the morning, a succulent breakfast is served in the first floor dining room with views over the vineyard and gardens, from 7.30 am.

Brunch
A must-see event on the first Sunday of each month, the Orangerie brunch is an enchanted interlude of the Château with its large buffets of fine and fresh dishes, homemade pastries, fish, meat and colorful vegetables and fruits.

The Lounge Bar & Cellar
Located in the historic part of the Castle, opening onto the park, this lounge bar has been arranged to host hotel guests and local clientele at any time in a bright and elegant atmosphere.

Relax & Enjoy
One can enjoy alone or with friends a beautiful menu of cocktails and wines, including those of the property. The Château conceals a bar adjacent to its cellar where tastings of wine and the specialties of Provence can take place. Customers of the restaurant and the hotel can have private tastings or receptions.

In the Park
The pool house and its snack and bar service delightfully compliment these moments of relaxation.

A Chef just for you
Would you like to get together in total privacy around our Chef’s grills in an idyllic setting? We organize for you a convivial and private moment with summer scents in the castle’s enclosure!

Picnic at the Château de Fonscolombe
Would you like to enjoy the park of The Château de Fonscolombe and its vineyards in all simplicity during a gourmet break? We offer you a picnic formula! A return to nature to take full advantage of the charm of our Provencal countryside.

Take a dip
The heated swimming pool of the Park mingles with the ponds decorated with fountains and ancient statues that punctuate the gardens.

Winery
Rich in Côteaux d’Aix-en-Provence AOC and Bouches-du-Rhône IGP, the Fonscolombe vineyards produce three different colors of wine with fine and fruity noses.

The history of the winery
The Château’s wine estate goes back to Roman times. Mineral-rich land and a Mediterranean climate have left their marks on our wine, the tradition of which was perpetuated to such an extent by the Saporta family that it became one of the symbols of the region.

We, therefore, owe the creation of the Roy René “Brotherhood of Cupbearers,” who promoted Les Côteaux d’Aix-en-Provence, to Louis de Saporta.

The Winery of Domaine de Fonscolombe
Rich in Côteaux d’Aix-en-Provence AOC and Bouches-du-Rhône IGP, the Fonscolombe vineyards produce three different colors of wine with fine and fruity noses.

Our Merlot, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon plots are cultivated without synthetic chemicals, allowing for our reds, whites, and rosés to benefit from the “Organic Wine” label.

Concierge Service
At The Chateau de Fonscolombe we pride ourselves on our award-winning staff, who will be delighted to help with your enquiries. We can arrange a variety of leisure activities for all tastes.

To organize your stay as best as possible, our team of concierges are on hand to help prepare your arrival and make reservations at the most popular tourist attractions of the moment. Reception is open 24/7 for your convenience.

The spirit of Fonscolombe: a family home
Neither exactly the same nor completely different.

The Château embodies the essence of the refinement of the 18th century to provide a resolutely 18th century style of living. Fonscolombe today provides a visiting family the opportunity to share a magical place, refined, pleasant, warm and cheerful.

The Château begins a new life in the continuity of its history of holidays and celebrations to welcome all generations in search of the beautiful and good in the setting of the Durance valley.

Château de Fonscolombe is an invitation to enjoy a romantic week-end or a family stay, to restore oneself there among friends, appreciating the unique attraction of each space.

Stroll in the listed park, dive into the swimming pool, cherish the Provence sun, enjoy a great wine on the terrace, read in the shade of the bald cypress, laugh with visiting friends, discover rare species, taste the freshness of vegetables from the kitchen garden, let yourself be captivated by festive nights, recharge your batteries: so many pleasures to explore and share at Fonscolombe.

The Parc
The park and the Château gardens are an invitation to travel in the heart of a nature as varied as it is lush in enchanted landscapes of Provence. Petanque, cycling, jogging trail, picnics and relaxing … so many activities to re-energizing yourself.

Cultivating the garden: a fun tour of the vegetable garden and the parks where botany fans can discover the 180 listed items.

Play tennis
Our concierge service is at your disposal to book a tennis court 5 minutes from the Château at the Tennis Club of Puy Sainte Reparade.

Fitness room
A rowing machine whose counterweight is a water-filled vessel that reproduces the sounds of gentle splashing. A water grinder to work the arm muscles. This machine is inspired by sailboats that have hand pedals to crank open the sails.

A slimbeam cable machine that works all the muscles. This equipment received the Design Award in Germany in 2016. Dumbbells and floor mats.

Website: www.fonscolombe.fr

Rooms: 50

Price: from 220 EUR per night