Location: Joucas in France
Nearest Airport:
Marseilles at 110
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Nearest Train:
Avignon at 50
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Nearest Motorway:
Cavaillon [E9] at 30
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Car: necessary
La Maison Solaire is situated in the beautiful Vaucluse/Luberon area of Provence, South Eastern France. The area is not far from the Swiss and Italian borders and the historic cities of Avignon (45mins drive) and Aix en Provence (60 mins drive) are nearby. It is a mountainous region with a Mediterranean climate, and green fertile valleys with steep sides and picturesque hilltop villages. Paths through the limestone hills lead walks amongst juniper, cypress, pine, oak and wild thyme. The secluded site commands superb views across valley of the Pay d’Apt to the mountains of the Luberon in the south and the historic villages of Gordes and Roussillon. A short drive north will take you to Mont Ventoux and the Drome.
Recreational activities including walking, hot air ballooning, golf and fishing can all be found in the vicinity. There are many historic sites and points of cultural interest including studios of artists (potters and painters).