Location: Roussillon in France
Nearest Airport:
Marseille/Nimes at 60
Minutes
Roussillon is classified as ‘One of the most Beautiful Villages in France’. It is situated in the midst of Peter Mayles famed Provencal landscapes.
It has a lovely 16th Century church at its centre and enough small shops and facilities (eg boulangeries, post office, cafes and restaurants) to keep most visitors well stocked on whatever they need. There is also a weekly market on a Thursday which is well worth a visit.
There are endless possibilities for different activities in the area; Walking through the famous Red Ochre forest surrounding the village, cycling the pathways of the Luberon Regional Park, horse riding in nearby Joucas. Or for something a little different, how about some hot air ballooning in nearby St Saturnin les Apt!
As well as the facilities on your doorstep, there are more facilities available a little further a field. Apt (12kms) has good supermarkets, as does Cavaillon (20kms) and of course Avignon (45kms).