Touristic circuit with a driver in the Alpilles
Easy Going provence VTC We offer private chauffeur-driven tours in the Alpilles in Provence. Our chauffeur will show you the most beautiful places in the Alpilles and share his knowledge about Provence and its most beautiful villages. You no longer have to worry about your transportation. Our private VTC chauffeur will be waiting for you in the air-conditioned vehicle with water bottles throughout the duration of your tourist visit in the most beautiful villages of the Alpilles.
Summary
- St Remy de Provence, the village of Nostradamus and Van Gogh
- The charming village of Baux de Provence
- The Château des Baux de Provence, a remnant of the past
- The career of lights, a show full of light
- Eygalières, a beautiful village in the heart of the Alpilles
- The village of Fontvieille and its mills
- Maussane-les-Alpilles and its olive groves
- Mouriès and his olive oils
- Aureille, a beautiful village in the Alpilles
What private chauffeur tours are there in the Alpilles?
«The Alpilles» Are a fascinating natural site in the northwest of the Bouches-du-Rhône department in Provence, between Arles and Avignon. It is a chain of limestone hills whose highest point reaches 498 m. From its summit, you will discover a panoramic view of Mont Ventoux in the Cévennes. The site is full of more beautiful and interesting places as well as wonderful Provençal villages. «Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Les Baux-de-Provences, Eygalières, Maussane les Alpilles, le Paradou, Fontvieille, Aureille, Mouries, Saint-Étienne-du-Grès, Mas-Blanc-les-Alpilles .
Between breathtaking landscapes, picturesque villages, gastronomy and crafts, the Alpilles will offer you an unforgettable stay.
To help you choose your tour in the Alpilles with a driver, here are our top 9 must-see attractions.
St Remy de Provence, the land of Nostradamus and Van Gogh
Capital of the Alpilles region, located between Arles and Avignon, you won’t be disappointed by visiting the village of St Remy de Provence which has about 9,900 inhabitants, called the Saint-Rémois and the Saint-Rémoises. Touristic and wine-producing, St Remy de Provence It has an important built and natural heritage.
St Remy de Provence With its beautiful landscapes and the quality of its light, it also has the particularity of inspiring many artists, writers, and painters, such as the author Nostradamus and the painter Van Gogh.
In the historic center of the village, you are captivated by the picturesque setting and the bucolic atmosphere of the town as you stroll through charming narrow cobblestone streets to discover Renaissance and 18th-century mansions. (Hotel de Sade), Beautiful restored houses, chapels, convents and the Estrine Museum.
In summer you can enjoy the squares adorned with ancient fountains «Nostradamus in his own way», With shady boulevards because it is very hot, temperatures above 30° Celsius, but rest assured, many coffee and restaurant terraces await you for a perfect relaxing and refreshing experience.
In the winter, St Remy de Provence It remains very attractive too; there are many shops, restaurants, workshops and art galleries open, so people from the surrounding area come to stroll during the Sunday afternoons.
What to do in St Remy de Provence?
In the heart of the village, come and visit the Estrine Museum where a multimedia educational space dedicated to the life and work of the painter was created. Vincent van Gogh Interpretation Centre It allows visitors to (re)discover the human and artistic journey of this extraordinary man and his influence on the creation of the 20th and 21st centuries.
You also have the option to go at the Alpilles Museum at the Mistral hotel in Mondragon to discover the culture of the Alpilles region.. This museum is classified as a historical monument with its magnificent interior courtyard.
After wandering through the heart of the village, you can visit 2 km away towards the Baux de Provence The archaeological site of Glanum and the Antiquities consisting of the Arc de Triomphe and the Mausoleum of Julius an exceptional witness of the High Antiquity.
The ruins of Glanum They are an ancient city of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Archaeological research has been carried out for more than a century, and it is now possible to present tourists with an exceptional architectural ensemble. Indeed, the ancient Gaulish city at the heart of the Alpilles massif has long been bathed in Greek and Roman influences. Take advantage of its observation terrace to discover an extraordinary panorama of the Gaulish city and also enjoy the pleasures of the sacred spring.
Next to the Roman site of Glanum, you will find the Monastery of Saint-Paul-de-Mausole in the Provençal Roman style of the 11th century, where the painter Van Gogh During his hospitalization, he created about 150 paintings and many drawings, including «The Flowering Almond Trees», «The Irises», and for me the best of them all, «The Starry Night».
You can go for a walk where the artist painted, you will discover Mont Saint-Rémy, the fields of wheat and poppies, the olive trees and cypresses that remained intact more than a century later and also take you to Peirou Lake, A place of relaxation for the people of Saint-Rémy and tourists passing through.
If you want to sleep, you can find gites, bed and breakfast accommodations, camping and many hotels at different prices; in addition, we recommend you the Auberge de St Remy de Provence for its bucolic setting and its table featured in the Michelin guide.
With Easy Going Provence VTC, We offer to transport you to St Remy de Provence and its surroundings for a tourist visit and its tourist circuits in the Alpilles with a driver. We can also come and pick you up at Marseille Airport or at the Avignon TGV station to make your stay easier for you.
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Tourist circuit in the charming village of Baux de Provence
At the top of the Alpilles, about 15 minutes by VTC from St Remy de Provence, the village of Baux de Provence It is considered one of the most beautiful in France, making it today a highly visited place in Provence. To get there, you will pass through fields of vineyards and olive trees exposed to the gentle sunlight bathed in the scents of the garrigue and the melodious singing of cicadas that can be replaced by the powerful breath of the wind named «Mistral».
We will pick you up at the entrance of the village because car traffic is strictly prohibited. So without worrying about parking your vehicle, we are waiting for you and you can quickly discover its small cobbled streets, charming shaded squares and incredible architectural heritage that attracts abundant tourists every year.
You will discover many monuments to admire and visit: Queen Jeanne Pavilion, Saint-Blaise Church, Saint-Vincent Church, the troglodyte houses, the castle of Baux de Provence and The Luminous Mines.
By visiting the village of Baux de Provence Filled with history, you can also discover the many souvenir shops but don’t worry, in case of a craving and for the foodies, you will have time to refuel in the many restaurants and creperies of Baux de Provence. By the way, we recommend the Grande Brasserie La Reine Jeanne and for those who love the Michelin Guide, The Oustau de Baumanière 3-star. However, for the latter, don’t rush it at the last minute; you need to book well in advance to get a table.
For the more sporty ones, you will find many hiking trails to take around the Baux de Provence; the valley of hell will no longer surprise you. There are also mountain biking circuits, climbing on its limestone walls and for golfers, a great golf course at Domaine de Manville awaits you.
With Easy Going Provence VTC we suggest you visit the Baux de Provence village at the foot of the Moulin Castelas To savor their best green olive oils, with old-fashioned or aromatic flavors of Provence. Delight your taste buds with their AOP and AOC oils from the Baux de Provence valley, which have received numerous national and international awards.
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The Château des Baux de Provence, Remnant of the past
At the heart of the village stands The Château des Baux de Provence, a medieval military fortress that for centuries protected the richest and most powerful families of Provence from the Saracens and brigands. Its main building is the most representative remnant of this military structure. Anchored in the rock since the 12th century, it appears as the last wall of the impregnable fortress. Decorative remnants adorn the high walls: sculptures show Saint Michael slaying dragons and griffins.
At the foot of the keep stands a Gallo-Roman-era monument: the mystical relief of the Three Madones, where believers believed to see portraits of the Virgin, Mary Jacob and Mary Salomé.
Immersion guaranteed in the heart of the Middle Ages, « Culturespaces » organizes from April to the end of September, every weekend, school holidays and public holidays, the event «Medieval Baux».
Thus the Château des Baux de Provence offers free audio guides so that your children can have fun shooting with crossbows or catapults, and visit the medieval siege camps to relive for a moment the feudal times of our ancestors.
With Easy Going Provence VTC, We will pick you up at the entrance to the Carrières de lumière, we are waiting to make this visit easier for you and we can also provide you with your tickets, etc…
Enjoy a tourist transport during your stay in Baux de Provence.
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The career of lights, a show full of light
Located 5 minutes on foot from the village of Baux de Provence, The careers of light are a natural space of 7000 m² managed by « Culturespace »Located in the limestone rock of the Alpilles. You can discover the works of the great masters of painting who were inspired by Provence, reworked on a musical background and projected onto walls over 14 meters high in a panoramic mode over 360°.
Every year, the themes change:
2023 : DE VERMEER to VAN GOGH, The Dutch masters
2022 : CEZANNE, The Master of Provence & KANDINSKY, The Odyssey of the Astral
2020 : DALI, The endless enigma
2019 : VAN GOGH, the starry night
2018 : PICASSO AND THE SPANISH MASTERS
The show lasts about 45 minutes but you can stay as long as you like. Inside the site, you’ll find a shop « Culturespace » to buy some souvenirs, books, and a Snake bar for some snacks and to quench your thirst.
Some tips for the summer: Due to the huge influx of tourists, buy your ticket online in advance; plan on bringing a sweater as it’s chilly inside. Parking is a big challenge; parking is paid and the municipal police will fine you. With Easy Going Provence VTC, We will pick you up at the entrance to the Carrières de lumière, we are waiting for you to make this visit easier for you and we can also provide you with your tickets.
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Tourist circuit in Eygalière, a beautiful village in the heart of the Alpilles
By getting closer to Village of Eygalières, As you gradually make out the scattered houses on the hill, facing the panorama… You will have only a vague idea; you will stop and visit the village. Your eye will immediately be drawn to the top of the rocky hill, on which stands a tower with a bell. Closer to it, you will also find’Saint-Laurent Church in the neo-Romanesque style built in 1905.
Eygalières, small village at the foot of the Alpilles at 5 minutes from Saint Rémy de Provence. The very quiet village is surrounded by magnificent views of the Alpilles, facing vast fields of olive trees, verdant valleys and vineyards. In a setting worthy of the most beautiful postcards of Provence, artists and showbiz celebrities have settled in very beautiful properties and restored masias with taste.
You will find a charming village that has managed to retain its authenticity. The old houses in the village are all made of stone, very beautiful; there is always a small green plant or a flowering bush in front of the door, reminiscent of a beautiful garden. In its main street you will find lovely restaurants and bars where you can relax. We recommend the restaurant «Chez Paulette» for the quality of the service and its products. For food lovers, you will enjoy the restaurant «Hache House» 1 star in the Michelin Guide.
What to do in the village of Eygalières?
You will be able to visit the Museum of the Old Egalières, Located in the Chapelle des Confesseurs (17th century), it displays some prehistoric artifacts as well as a collection of ancient tools that farmers used in the past. You can climb to the top of the village on the tower of the old mill to enjoy a magnificent view of the Alpilles and its surroundings.
For hiking enthusiasts, From the Calade trail, you can enjoy the truly magnificent panorama of the Monts de Caume, the Alpilles and the Durance. For fans of the «little queen», you will follow the cycle path (D24) which will take you through these famous landscapes of the Alpilles, enjoying the singing of cicadas and the scents of pines and wild aromatic plants.
For food lovers, every Friday morning in the heart of the village a Beautiful outdoor market where you will find many local products. Very beautiful Provençal market in Eygalières: and exhibitors who will be happy to introduce you to the flavors of the region. Alpilles.
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Tourist view of the village of Fontvieille and its mills
Located in the Southwest of Alpilles, Between St Remy de Provence and Arles, Fontvieille is a very beautiful village known for its mills where Alphonse Daudet wrote the famous «Lettres de Mon Moulin». To visit the Moulin de Daudet and his Small museum, From the hill where the imposing mill stands, you will enjoy a magnificent panorama over the Alpilles and you will be able to reach the Château de Montauban where Daudet lived from time to time.
At the heart of Fontvieille, Here you will discover a picturesque village with old houses built from the stones of its famous quarry dating back to the 15th century. From 1429 to 1434, the stone was chosen for the arenas in Arles and Nîmes, as well as for the castles of Tarascon and, more recently, the Palais and the Stock Exchange in Marseille.
You will also find a large pastoral area with its carousel, cafes and restaurants where the Provençal accent will brighten up your day. Every Monday and Friday morning, a local producer market is held there to buy vegetables, meats, fish, honey, lavender, but also other non-food products such as clothing, shoes, household items…
For parents, there is a picnic area with access to a play area to keep your children entertained and enjoy the nature.
For lovers of hiking, running, and mountain biking, you will find them on the heights of Fontvielle Many trails and routes of all levels to satisfy your passion.
A few kilometers from Fontvielle You can also visit the Aqueduct and the Barbengal mill, which consists of two parallel aqueducts that brought the drinking water from the Alpilles to the city of Arles.
At the exit of the village towards St Remy de Provence, the Château d’Estoublon It is worth discovering with its gigantic flower-filled park, its vineyards and its olive trees. You can enjoy its grocery store with its gastronomic products made on the estate: (Its white, rosé and red wines and its olive oils, etc…). And its restaurant.
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Maussane-les-Alpilles and its olive groves
Maussane-les-Alpilles is a pleasant village in the Vallée des Baux, 20 minutes south of St Remy de Provence, on the way to Arles, surrounded by vast olive groves and a magnificent landscape. In the heart of the southern slopes of the Alpilles, Maussane-les-Alpilles It offers a true Provençal dolce vita. Enjoy the shade of the hundred-year-old plane trees and the refreshing fragrance of the four-season fountains at your own pace.
Today, Maussane-les-Alpilles is the first French producer of olive oil. With nearly 37,000 olive trees and its two mills still in operation, it produces an AOP olive oil of exceptional quality. In addition to this characteristic, Maussane-les-Alpilles It offers you magnificent Provençal landscapes, a rich culture and a rich history. Depending on your needs, take themed discovery tours, meet our passionate producers, enjoy gourmet dishes in our restaurants or discover nature on foot, by bike or horseback in a unique setting.
What to do in Maussane les Alpilles?
Walking is one of the best ways to explore this picturesque village. Take a stroll through the narrow streets lined with white buildings adorned with flowers. You can also take the time to visit the weekly market, where you can taste the olive oil, cheese, and other delicacies that have made the region famous.
Well known for its central location, you will find many restaurants and bars, the most famous of which are:, Café de la Fontaine To enjoy a glass of local wine while admiring the mountains in the distance. Don’t be surprised to see the waiters crossing the road, dodging cars with trays and plates to bring you your favorite dishes. This place, especially in summer, is a must-visit for all holidaymakers and tourists passing through. Maussane les Alpilles.
For the more sporty types, there are many activities such as hiking, cycling, swimming, and bullfighting shows in the arenas during the summer.
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View from the car with the chauffeur of Mouries and his olive oils
Mouriès is a small town located in the department of Bouches-du-Rhône, in the south of France, 20 minutes from St Remy de Provence, which is known for its production of olive oil. In fact, the town is surrounded by olive groves and oil mills, which produce superior quality olive oil.
The olive oils from Mouriès are renowned for their fruity taste and intense aroma. They are produced from olives handpicked and cold-pressed, which allows to preserve all the organoleptic qualities of the oil.
Olive oils from Mouriès have received several distinctions and quality labels, such as the AOP (Protected Designation of Origin) and the «French Olive Oil» label. These labels guarantee that the oil is produced locally, from olives grown in the Mouriès region, and that it meets strict quality standards.
Olive oils from Mouriès are used in many recipes, especially for preparing Mediterranean dishes such as ratatouille, tapenade or the Niçoise salad. They are also highly appreciated as a condiment to accompany grilled vegetables, pasta or white meats.
In short, the olive oils from Mouriès are an emblematic product of Provençal gastronomy, which enjoys an international reputation for their quality and unique flavor.
What are the tourist circuits in Mouriès:
You take the time to visit the olive oil mills. Mouriès is renowned for the quality of its olive oil and its mills, which offer guided tours and tastings. The most famous is The cooperative mill of Mouiès: This olive grove is one of the largest in the region and will allow you to discover the production of olive oil from Mouriès. You can also buy olive oil and other local products on site.
Discover this charming village of Mouriès by strolling through its streets to discover its traditional architecture and its small charming squares. Do not miss the main square with its fountain and the cafes on its terraces.
Enjoy the culinary specialties of the region, such as olives, goat cheese, honey and wine. You will find many local producers in the region.
Enjoy its Provençal Market that takes place every Wednesday morning. Mouriès hosts a Provençal market where you can find local products, fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as local crafts.
Visit its Church of Saint Jacques-le-Majeur dating from the 12th century with its square bell tower and its barrel vault.
Discover the Sainte-Anne chapel from the 16th century, located a few kilometers from Mouriès and offering an incredible view of the Alpilles. It is accessible on foot from the village.
For sports enthusiasts, there is the magnificent Golf de Mouriès, which houses one of the region’s most beautiful golf courses, the Golf de Servanes. The course is dotted with centuries-old olive trees and offers breathtaking views of the Alpilles mountains.
Discover the many hiking and mountain biking trails in Les Alpilles: Mouriès is surrounded by beautiful hiking trails that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes. The Moulins trail, for example, takes you through olive groves and hills dotted with windmills.
This tourist circuit will allow you to discover the wonders of Mouriès and its region, with its heritage, gastronomy and nature.
With Easy Going Provence VTC, we offer you a tour with the provision of a high-end vehicle with a driver to discover many activities to see and do in Mouriès and its surroundings, whether you are a nature lover, a sports enthusiast, a culture buff or a foodie.
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Beautiful village of Alpilles
Aurielle is a charming little village located in the Alpilles, 20 minutes from St Remy de Provence.
Here are some ideas for tourist circuits in Aureille:
Aureille is a typical village in Provence, with its narrow and winding streets, its stone houses, its fountains and its 18th-century church. A walk through the village allows you to discover all the charm of this small town.
For hiking enthusiasts in the Alpilles, starting from Aureille, you will find many hiking trails in the region that offer spectacular views of the surroundings. A hike through the Alpilles allows you to discover the natural beauty of this region.
Visit the Chapel of Saint-Sixte: This 12th-century chapel is located outside the village and offers a magnificent view of the valley. It is accessible on foot from the village.
Discover its Provençal market every Saturday morning in Aureille, where local producers sell their products. This is the opportunity to discover local specialties and meet the inhabitants of the village.
Aureille is an authentic village in Provence that offers many activities for visitors. Whether it’s hiking, discovering local gastronomy, or relaxing in a peaceful setting, Aureille is a must-visit place during a visit to the Alpilles.
With Easy Going Provence VTC, We offer you a tour of Aureille with the rental of a high-end vehicle with a private driver to discover the many activities to do in Aureille and its surroundings, whether you are a nature lover, a sports enthusiast, a culture buff or a foodie.