Stroll through the summer flower fields of southern France, where the lavender of Provence sets the scene for romance

For the French, Provence is a laid-back holiday destination; for foreign visitors, its pastoral charm offers a healing escape from the hustle and bustle. No wonder Provence always attracts many artists to create and live leisurely here. In Provence, lavender covers the hillsides like endless rice fields, with purple flower seas undulating in the wind. The air is thick with its fragrance — this is the most famous region in the world for lavender cultivation, and this color and scent have almost become the symbols of Provence.

Wandering through Provence, must-visit routes include the flower fields of Senanque Abbey, Plateau de Valensole, and the town of Sault. The hilltop village of Gordes, located in the Luberon Mountains near Avignon, is known as “one of the most beautiful valleys in France.” Near this mountain village lies the famous Roman Catholic Cistercian Senanque Abbey, where you can see vast lavender fields of various colors right from the abbey’s front. When the flowers are in bloom, the purple sea contrasts beautifully with the white abbey, forming a classic Provençal scene. Step into the abbey’s souvenir shop, and you’ll find a variety of lavender-related products, books, and postcards.

Various types of lavender soap

Not far from Senanque Abbey lies the Plateau de Valensole, which changes colors with the seasons — golden wheat, red poppies, and purple lavender take turns coloring the landscape. Meanwhile, the town of Sault in the Luberon Mountains is near an expansive lavender field spanning nearly 80 hectares, making it one of the main producers of lavender essential oil in Provence. When visiting Provence, lavender-themed souvenirs are an absolute must. Shops along the streets sell a wide range of lavender-related products: various lavender soaps, essential oils, bath salts, scented stones, and more. Don’t forget to bring home a bit of Provence’s summer fragrance.


Lavender of Provence


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