The most beautiful villages of the Alpilles

Just an hour from the Auberge Cavalière du Pont des Bannes, discover the Alpilles massif and its most beautiful villages!

The Alpilles massif, a must-see destination in Provence

Located in the heart of Provence in the Bouches-du-Rhône département, the Alpilles massif is a destination well worth a visit. This chain of limestone hills rises to an altitude of 498 metres, and offers splendid views of the Cévennes and Mont Ventoux.

Authentic, wild and unspoilt, this natural sanctuary is an idyllic setting for hiking, mountain biking and climbing. In the heart of the Alpilles massif, you can also sample the local gastronomy, stroll through the farmers' markets and visit important historical monuments such as the Abbaye de Montmajour, the Château des Baux-de-Provence or the Roman archaeological site of Glanum.

The most beautiful villages of the Alpilles: 6 gems to explore around the Auberge Cavalière du Pont des Bannes

Have you decided to stay at the Auberge Cavalière du Pont des Bannes? Several of the Alpilles' most beautiful villages are within an hour's drive of our accommodation.

Les Baux-de-Provence

The village of Les Baux-de-Provence has been declared one of France's most beautiful villages. Visit its listed château and its unusual Musée des Santons. Explore its cobbled streets and the remains of its fortifications. Visit the Musée des arts médiévaux in the château and the 15th-century church in the heart of the village.

Maussane-les-Alpilles

Maussane-les-Alpilles is a beautiful village, with cobbled streets, 16th-century facades, squares, cafés and olive groves. Quiet and picturesque, this village is best visited on foot.

Mouriès

Mouriès is a typical Provencal village, surrounded by olive groves, vineyards and almond trees. It's also a picturesque village, with cobbled streets, colorful facades, a beautiful Roman fountain and one of the oldest churches in France.

Le Paradou

Le Paradou is a charming village surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and lavender fields. A real picture-postcard landscape, it is home to a number of historic monuments, including a 12th-century château and ancient bridges and watermills.

Saint-Etienne-du-Grès

Saint-Etienne-du-Grès is located near the village of Saint-Rémy de Provence. You can follow a hiking trail to an 11th-century chapel, from where you'll enjoy breathtaking views over the communes of Arles and Tarascon.

Fontvieille

Fontvieille is the village that inspired Alphonse Daudet's famous Lettres à mon moulin. The village boasts many fine historical monuments, including the Château de Montauban and two 11th-century Romanesque churches, Notre-Dame de l'Eau and Notre-Dame du Calvaire.

L'Auberge Cavalière du Pont des Bannes, your base for visiting the Alpilles region

Just 1 hour's drive from these little nuggets, stay at the Auberge Cavalière du Pont des Bannes. Our 4-star hotel is set in a magnificent 4-hectare natural estate in the heart of the Camargue Regional Nature Park. It's an idyllic setting for a vacation that's both rejuvenating and a change of scenery.

Staying at the Auberge Cavalière du Pont des Bannes means you're not only close to some of the most beautiful sites in the Camargue, but you can also easily visit the nearby Alpilles massif.

Book your stay nowContact us on 04 90 97 88 88 or by e-mail at info@aubergecavaliere.com.

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