Discover the area
It's time to set off on an adventure!
We are delighted to invite you to discover Provence Verte, a region full of charm and beauty.
With its hills, vineyards, olive groves and lavender fields, Provence Verte is full of treasures to discover.
You can stroll through the picturesque villages of Cotignac and Barjols, both of which are listed as some of the most beautiful villages in France. You can also visit the many castles, churches and abbeys dotted around the region.
Provence Verte is also renowned for its gastronomy, particularly its wines, cheeses and olive oils.
Take the opportunity to discover the local markets and the many culinary specialities on offer from local restaurateurs and producers.
The map is initially centred on the Domaine, but you can move around to see all the points corresponding to our favourite places.
a generous nature
Provence Verte boasts an exceptionally rich agricultural heritage, shaped by a Mediterranean climate that is ideal for growing a wide variety of produce.
Sun-drenched fruit and vegetables
Olives and olive oil play an important role in local cuisine. Olives of the Picholine, Lucques and Salonenque varieties are transformed into tapenade, a paste made from olives, garlic, capers and anchovies, often used as a spread or accompaniment. The region's orchards produce a wide variety of other fruits, such as apricots, cherries and peaches, which are used to make delicious jams and desserts. And of course there are all the Mediterranean vegetables: tomatoes, cucumbers, melons, peppers, aubergines, courgettes...
Herbs of Provence
Provence's emblematic blend of herbs - thyme, rosemary, savory, marjoram and basil - flavours many of the region's dishes. These herbs are often used to season dishes, whether grilled meats, stews or Mediterranean vegetables.
Wines
Provence Verte is also famous for its rosé wines, which benefit from an ideal climate and a terroir conducive to viticulture. Varieties such as Grenache, Cinsault and Mourvèdre are frequently used to produce light, fruity rosé wines, perfect for accompanying outdoor meals.
Lavender and Honey
The vast fields of lavender paint the hills in purple hues and perfume the air, while providing the basis for delicate products such as lavender essential oil and lavender honey. In this sunny climate, bees take advantage of the diversity of wildflowers and local crops: they forage in lavender fields, fruit orchards and hills dotted with aromatic herbs, contributing to the production of honey with a unique and varied flavour.
A region rich in gastronomic traditions
Between lavender fields, olive groves and colourful markets, the cuisine of Provence Verte reflects the abundance of local produce and the Mediterranean influence. Here's a glimpse of the gastronomy of this beautiful region.
The Ratatouille
This emblematic dish of Provençal cuisine is a mixture of simmered vegetables, such as aubergines, courgettes, peppers, onions and tomatoes. It is often garnished with Provencal herbs.
Anchoïade / Tapenade / Olivade
Provençal spreads made with anchovies, garlic, olive oil and sometimes capers. Served as an aperitif with raw vegetables, they offer an intense taste experience.
Calissons
Confectionery made from almonds, candied melon and sugar, usually in the shape of a diamond and covered in royal icing.
The Provençal stew
A dish of simmered meat, usually beef, marinated in red wine with Provençal herbs, onions and carrots. Daube offers incomparable tenderness and an explosion of Mediterranean flavours.
Truffles
The truffle is a mysterious underground fungus that can be found from mid-November to mid-March. It needs very specific conditions to develop, and its presence depends on so many factors that its production and regularity vary from year to year. It is therefore rare and precious! Aups is the black truffle capital of the Var.