Les Baux-de-Provence Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Chateau des Baux which includes a ruin and heritage architecture
Les Baux-de-Provence
Carrieres de Lumieres featuring art and interior views
Chateau des Baux featuring landscape views
Chateau des Baux featuring mountains

This enchanting hilltop village is known for its crumbling fortress and well-preserved collection of historic stone houses, chapels and mansions.

Rising from a rocky hilltop, Les Baux-de-Provence is home to the ruins of a once-powerful fortress. Sometimes referred to as ville morte (dead town), Les Baux is also a living village of charming Renaissance-period buildings and cobblestone lanes. Enjoy walking along its car-free streets lined with charming shops, cafés, galleries and countless historic sites.

Baux in Provençal French means “rocky spur.” This surname was taken by the lords who controlled this area beginning in the 10th century. After thriving for hundreds of years, the town entered a decline toward the end of the 15th century. The lords of Baux were overthrown and Les Baux became part of France. The town experienced a second golden age during the Renaissance, with many buildings restored to their former glory and elegant new structures built.

Explore the rambling ruins of Château des Baux to discover ancient buildings and towers carved from the surrounding rock. Walk downhill from Les Baux to the former limestone quarry that is now a venue for Carrières de Lumières. In this unforgettable sound-and-light show, iconic works of art are projected onto the quarry’s stone walls, floor and ceilings.

Stroll through the Yves Brayer Museum, housed in the 16th-century Hôtel de Porcelet. This small museum showcases watercolors, oils and drawings of French painter Yves Brayer, who was captivated with the scenery of Provence. Admire the Renaissance architecture and stained-glass detailing in Hôtel de Manville. Once the home of an affluent 16th-century family, Hôtel de Manville is now the site of Les Baux’s town hall.

The Les Baux area is part of the Alpilles, a limestone mountain range that stretches across Provence. Go horseback riding or mountain biking among the vineyards and olive trees of this stunning natural landscape. Hike the GR6 Grande Randonnée, a 683-mile (1,100-kilometre) trail along the full length of the Alpilles.

Les Baux-de-Provence is located between Avignon and Arles. It is most easily reached by car. Public buses heading toward Arles often stop in Les Baux. Most nearby cities offer organised daytrips to the area.

Domaine de Manville

Domaine de Manville

5 out of 5
DOMAINE DE MANVILLE, Les Baux-de-Provence, Bouches-du-Rhone
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Les Baux-de-Provence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Domaine de Manville and Mas ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (101 reviews)
"We are just after staying for 2 nights at the property and thoroughly enjoyed our stay, However was disappointed that breakfast is not included in the room rate considering the prices they charge for a room and the fact the property is not near any other breakfast options so have to have breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Domaine de Manville
Terre de Provence Hôtel & Spa

Terre de Provence Hôtel & Spa

3 out of 5
64 Bis Chemin des Petits Rougiers, Le Pontet, Vaucluse
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The price is Rp1.083.010 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.083.010
Rp1.237.295 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Le Pontet. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Nous avons adoré notre séjour avec mon mari, nous reviendrons très bientôt. Un hôtel propre et jolie. Une jeuné réceptionniste oh top Cordialement"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Terre de Provence Hôtel & Spa
Central Hotel

Central Hotel

3 out of 5
31 rue de la République, Avignon, Vaucluse
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Avignon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (699 reviews)
Awesome
"A little hidden gem in Avignon. As per the name, the hotel is very central to most things you would want to visit in the city. We had a great experience there."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Central Hotel
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ResidHotel Golf Grand Avignon

ResidHotel Golf Grand Avignon

3 out of 5
Les Chenes Verts, Chemin de la Blanchère, Vedene, Vaucluse
Stay at this 3-star golf aparthotel in Vedene. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Palais des Papes and Grand Avignon Golf ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,093 reviews)
"This was a good option for travel with the car. Large family room. Enjoyed the pool."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

ResidHotel Golf Grand Avignon
Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe

Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe

6 Route de Lyon, Avignon, Vaucluse
Stay at this aparthotel in Avignon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,094 reviews)
"In addition to good accommodations, the location was just outside the walled old town. The town center was about a 2.5 one way walk. It was a plus being able to close the bedroom doors to separate the bedroom from the living room and kitchen. There is a grocery store just outside the hotel fence. ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Apart'Hotel Sainte-Marthe
Residhotel – Résidence Pont du Gard

Residhotel – Résidence Pont du Gard

3 out of 5
47 Avenue du Pont du Gard, Remoulins
Stay at this 3-star spa residence in Remoulins. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Pont du Gard and Pont du Gard Museum ...
7.8/10 Good! (294 reviews)
"The location is the plus of this place ! The pont du gard is walkable distance which is amazing. They do have a swimming pool that can be convenient when it gets really hot. You can also walk to get groceries ,count a good 20 mins which is not too bad and it’s a lovely walk. Make sure the fridge ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Residhotel – Résidence Pont du Gard
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