Visit the "Ochres of Luberon"

Roussillon guided tour provence

Visit the “Ochres of Luberon”, an old ochre quarry in the heart of Provence

Located in the heart of Provence in the commune of Roussillon, the landscapes of fire and light of the Ochres du Lubéron are part of a unique site in France, protected and classified, which extends over several communes on nearly 25 kilometers. These colored sceneries come from geological formations that have been subjected to erosion and then shaped for over a century by industrial activity and the opening of quarries.

Ask your travel agency to organize a tour among one of the many hiking trails to discover the incredible landscapes offering more than 24 shades that range from pale yellow to intense red.

Location of the tour
Roussillon
Duration of the tour
On request
Difficulty of the tour
Easy (Easy walk)
When can I do the tour ?

This tour is available all year round.
For groups bigger than 8 people, please contact us.

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Roussillon guided tour provence
Roussillon guided tour provence
Roussillon guided tour provence
ocres luberon tour provence
ocres luberon tour provence

What will I do during this tour ?

The town of Roussillon and the Ochres of Luberon

Located in the town of Roussillon, a few kilometers from Apt in the South East of France, the Ochres of Luberon are actually a massif carved by the waters that once covered Provence. Over the years, erosion has shaped this limestone massif into sand, revealing more than 24 shades of color worthy of the greatest painters’ palettes. These shades evolve according to the time of day and the orientation of the sun, which makes each hike unique.

Ochre has been exploited for a long time in the region and quarries have been opened on this site and have left behind them unique decorations. Today the Ochre of the Luberon, a unique site in France, has become a classified and protected area that extends over nearly 25 kilometers and offers to its visiters exceptional landscapes with shimmering colors that can go from light yellow to intense red.

Good to know

This guided tour includes :

  • Transport from and to your hôtel
  • English speaking private guide / driver
  • Comfortable car or van

This guided tour does not includes :

  • Entrance fees to sites/museums
  • Lunch, drinks
  • Personal insurance and expenses
Coronavirus Informations

All vehicles are cleaned after each service, guides wear masks and all activities, museums & attraction visited apply strict sanitary rules.
Bring your masks as they are compulsory in the vans.

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