Top activities for spring holidays in Provence
Spring holidays in Provence
Whether you are with family, friends or in a couple, spring holidays in Provence mean sunny days spent enjoying the landscapes of the Luberon, the protected nature off the Mont Ventoux Regional National Park, the springtime colours of the vineyards of the Rhône Valley, and the inviting terraces of Avignon.
Take part in a wine and/or cooking workshop
All the flavours of Provence
Côtes du Rhône wines encompass a wide variety of flavours, from wines with great character to sweet wines, and the tasting of each wine is approached differently. Learn how to pair food with wine to wow your taste buds even more!
The schedule of workshops at Avignon Wine School: cinema, desserts, flowers
In the kitchen, spring vegetables will awaken your senses and enhance your dishes. Assisted by a chef, learn to sauté, simmer and grill, to bring out the best of products grown in Provence.
Fall in love…
The schedule of the workshops of the Avignon Wine School: cinema, desserts, flowers…
Wine and cooking workshops
Tasting workshop: Rhône Valley highlights
Avignon
Saturday 4 May 2024 between 10.30 am and 12.30 pm.
Les Ravissements de Châteauneuf du Pape Vocal Music Festival
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Wednesday 8 May 2024 at 6 pm.
Thursday 9 May 2024 at 7 pm.
Friday 10 May 2024 at 7 pm.
Saturday 11 May 2024 at 7 pm.
Sunday 12 May 2024 at 6 pm.
Tasting workshop: Rhône wines and cheeses
Avignon
Saturday 27 April 2024 between 10.30 am and 12.30 pm.
Afterwork: New perspectives on Côtes du Rhône
Avignon
Tuesday 9 April 2024 between 6.30 pm and 8.30 pm.
“Wines and chocolates” workshop at La Cavale
Cucuron
From 07/03 to 30/08/2024, every Friday between 4 pm and 5 pm.
Combining sport and gourmet
Cycling through vineyards, hiking with gourmet breaks, picnics with local producers – these are some examples of gourmet outings possible in springtime in Provence.
From a good old-fashioned walk along a winemaker’s trail to discovering the area on horseback, there are plenty of ways to discover seasonal products whilst exploring the great outdoors. And when you’re admiring the landscapes of the Luberon, Mont Ventoux and the Rhône Valley, what more could you want?
Springtime gourmet outings
Guided tour of the vineyard and cellar – Domaine Vintur
Carpentras
From 15/04 to 16/09/2024
Opening hours daily between 10 am and 6 pm.
Workshop: The secrets of the Gigondas terroir at the Domaine de Longue Toque
Gigondas
All year round, daily except on January 1st, May 1st and December 25th.
By booking.
The picnic baskets – Xavier Vignon – La Boutique – Du Beaumes au coeur
Beaumes-de-Venise
From 01/04 to 31/10, daily.
On request and reservation.
Visit and tasting at Pierre Amadieu
Gigondas
From 05/04 to 26/07/2024, every Friday at 11 am.
From 23/08 to 27/09/2024, every Friday at 11 am.
Path in the vineyards of Château Pesquié
Mormoiron
From 01/01 to 31/12, daily.
From May till September : 10:00-12:00am/2.00-6.00pm every day.
From October till April : 10:00-12:00am/2.00-6.00pm from Monday till Saturday (except on January and February, closed on week-end).
Land Rover Wine Safari – Domaine Fontaine du Clos
Sarrians
From 01/05 to 31/10.
Closed Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
A departure at 9:30 a.m. and a departure at 5 p.m.
Discovery of the vineyard trail – Domaine Dames de Lune
Sarrians
All year round, daily.
On appointment.
Explore the vineyards in a VW convertible bus
Gigondas
From 01/04 to 31/10
Opening hours on Thursday and Friday at 2 pm.
Eexcept During the harvests. By reservation.
Storytelling visit to Domaine Plein Pagnier
Mazan
From 01/03 to 01/11 between 9 am and 5 pm.
Closed on Sunday.
On booking.
Caromb, Le Barroux, l’eau dans tous ses états : Balade accompagnée à vélo
Caromb
From 01/01 to 31/12, every Wednesday and Saturday.
Walks and wine tastings at Château La Dorgonne
La Tour-d’Aigues
Every day throughout the year between 10 am and 6 pm.
Closed on Sunday.
La Table d’Alain Jaume Ride and Wines
Orange
From 03/01 to 31/12 except on Easter Monday, Feast of the Ascension, Whit Monday, May 1st, May 8th, July 14th, August 15th, November 1st, November 11th and December 25th.
Closed on Sunday.
Walk through the heart of the vineyards
Caromb
From 02/01 to 31/03
Opening hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 3 pm and 7 pm. except on 30/03/2024, 31/03/2024 and Easter Monday.
From 01/04 to 31/10/2024
Opening hours daily between 10 am and 7 pm. except on Easter Monday.
Exert yourself: cycling, hiking, climbing, fishing…
For an active springtime!
If you like staying active, the tour guides and leisure providers of Vaucluse have prepared a great programme for the holidays. This period is ideal for learning or perfecting climbing, but also for fishing for trout in the Sorgue river!
The light is also perfect for ascending to admire the vineyards and valleys from a hot-air balloon or a microlight.ht.
Top tip
You can also contact the tour guides directly for a customised activity!
Springtime sports activities
2-Day First-Aid Hike with AVentoux’Rando
Vaison-la-Romaine
From 01/01 to 31/12, daily between 9 am and 5 pm.
Booking required.
Aubignan et les grandes mutations agricoles : Balade accompagnée à vélo
Aubignan
From 01/01 to 31/12
Opening hours on Tuesday at 8.30 am.
All-terrain electric scooter rides and excursions
Venasque
All year round, daily between 10 am and 5 pm.
By reservation.
Treetop adventure park ‘Ventoux Aventure’
Mormoiron
From 02/04 to 02/10, every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 9 am and 6 pm.
Forest Sensation Treetop Adventures
La Tour-d’Aigues
From 15/04 to 07/07, every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday between 1.30 pm and 6.30 pm.
From 08/07 to 01/09, daily between 10 am and 7 pm.
From 02/09 to 06/11, every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday between 1.30 pm and 6.30 pm.
Sorties stage escalade avec Sensabloc
Carpentras
From Tuesday 23 to Thursday 25 April 2024 between 9 am and 1 pm.
Rando Nature et découverte du terroir avec AVentoux’Rando
Vaison-la-Romaine
From 01/01 to 31/12, daily.
Randonnée avec des chiens de traineaux et cani randonnée avec Qanittak
Cabrières-d’Avignon
From 01/01 to 31/12, daily.
No fixed closing day.
Variable opening hours depending on weather and temperature.
Les villages perchés des monts du Vaucluse : Balade accompagnée en vélo
Saint-Didier
From 01/01 to 31/12, daily.
Escalade
Montbrun-les-Bains
From 01/05 to 30/11, every Tuesday and Thursday between 6.30 pm and 7.30 pm.
Urban stroll in Avignon: ‘Avignon on foot, from the essentials to the hidden treasures
Avignon
All year round, daily.
Pêche au Lac de l’Aillade
Beaumont-de-Pertuis
From 01/01 to 31/12 between 7 am and 7 pm.
Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Rando’Secours avec AVentoux’Rando
Vaison-la-Romaine
From 01/01 to 31/12, daily.
Subject to favorable weather. Postponed in case of bad weather. On demand.
Path in the vineyards of Château Pesquié
Mormoiron
From 01/01 to 31/12, daily.
From May till September : 10:00-12:00am/2.00-6.00pm every day.
From October till April : 10:00-12:00am/2.00-6.00pm from Monday till Saturday (except on January and February, closed on week-end).
Pisciculture Le Petit Large
Saumane-de-Vaucluse
From 01/02 to 31/12 between 9 am and 12 pm except on bank holidays.
Closed on Sunday.
Treetop adventure park ‘Oxygene Parc Aventure’
Vaison-la-Romaine
From 15/04 to 09/05, daily between 10 am and 6 pm.
From 13/05 to 26/06, every Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and 6 pm.
From 01/07 to 03/09, daily between 9 am and 6 pm.
From 16/09 to 15/10, every Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and 6 pm.
From 21/10 to 29/10, daily between 10 am and 6 pm.
Gigondas, Sablet and Séguret, authentic villages at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail: Guided bike ride
Sablet
All year round, daily.
Franck Gaudini – Guide accompagnateur Escalade – Via Ferrata
Cavaillon
From 01/01 to 31/12, daily.
On request & by reservation.
Caromb, Le Barroux, l’eau dans tous ses états : Balade accompagnée à vélo
Caromb
From 01/01 to 31/12, every Wednesday and Saturday.
Exploring and having fun
Visiting a town or a village is always a rewarding activity, especially when this doubles up as a recreational activity!
A good number of villages now invite you to discover them through a puzzle or a treasure hunt. These can often lead you down streets that you might not have taken on a regular walk.
Collection
Do you like solving puzzles? There are no less than 12 “Stories in the town” available in the Tourist Offices of Vaucluse (FR)!
Exploring and having fun
Jeux de piste et enquêtes dans les villages
Intrigue dans la ville® : Jeu de piste familial pour découvrir Sorgues en s’amusant !
Sorgues
From 02/01 to 31/12, daily.
Intrigue dans la ville à Pernes ! Venez démasquer le pollueur de la Durance
Pernes-les-Fontaines
All year round, daily.
“Intrigue dans la Ville” and “Intrigue dans les villages” – family treasure hunts
Vaison-la-Romaine
All year round, daily.
Opening hours of the Tourist Office.
>In spring and autumn from Monday to Saturday + Sunday morning from 9:30 to 12:00 and from 14:00 to 17:45.
>In summer everyday from 9:30am to 6:45pm (closed between 12pm and 2pm on weekends).
>In winter from Monday to Saturday from 9:30 to 12:00 and from 14:00 to 17:45.
Jeu Intrigue dans la ville
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
From 03/01 to 22/12 except on May 1st, November 1st and November 11th.
Closed on Sunday.
Urban stroll in Avignon: ‘Avignon on foot, from the essentials to the hidden treasures
Avignon
All year round, daily.
Intrigue dans la ville à Pernes #2 ! Venez démasquer le voleur de lanterne
Pernes-les-Fontaines
All year round, daily.
Escape game au Château Fortia « A la recherche de la précieuse formule »
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
From 01/03 to 31/10, every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
9:00-12:00 am & 1:00-6:00 pm.
“Intrigue dans la Ville” – jeu de piste familial pour découvrir Mornas en jouant !
Mornas
From 01/01 to 31/12, daily.
Treasure hunt “Once upon a time our countryside”
Mazan
From 13/01 to 31/12.
Closed Monday and Sunday.
Without reservation.
From April to October 31: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and from Nov 2 to March 31: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
On reservation the rest of the time (closed Sunday and public holidays).
Closer to our animal friends
At the farm or equestrian centre
Spending time with animals – learning to adapt to their character, their pace and their needs – is therapeutic and rewarding. It is also a good way of learning to care for another living being and a great source of motivation for hiking the trails of the Luberon or Mont Ventoux.
Ornithological walks and visits to the farm are opportunities to develop a deeper understanding of animals.
Don’t miss
With the animals
Les Ecuries du Luberon – Centre Equestre – Ecurie de propriétaire
Caseneuve
From 02/01 to 31/12/2024, daily except on December 25th.
Cheval Enjeu, équitation relationnelle
Cucuron
From 02/01 to 20/12 between 8 am and 7 pm.
Closed on Sunday.
Balade à cheval et en calèche avec “Les écuries de Mazan”
Mazan
From 01/01 to 31/12, every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.
Shows
Provence is also a cultural destination, with shows scheduled throughout the year. Springtime is no exception, offering a range of concerts, theatre productions and shows for young audiences. We will come across Julien Clerc, Bénabar, Jane Birkin, Merlin, Beethoven, Jazz groups and even some magicians!
Furthermore, all of these often take place at prestigious venues such as the Palais de Papes, the Roman Theatre, or the Opéra Grand Avignon.
More ideas
Find the whole programme of events in Avignon, Luberon, Mont Ventoux and the Rhône Valley.
Springtime shows
Storytelling stroll through the village
Malaucène
Tuesday 23 April 2024 at 3 pm.
Tuesday 30 April 2024 at 3 pm.
Tuesday 9 July 2024 at 5 pm.
Tuesday 16 July 2024 at 5 pm.
Tuesday 23 July 2024 at 5 pm.
Tuesday 30 July 2024 at 5 pm.
Tuesday 6 August 2024 at 5 pm.
Tuesday 13 August 2024 at 5 pm.
Tuesday 20 August 2024 at 5 pm.
Tuesday 27 August 2024 at 5 pm.