Birth place of French author Jean Giono, the medieval town Manosque offers splendid views over the Lubéron regional park, the Sainte Baume mountain ridge and the peaks of the Alps, and the wonderful smells of Provence. Why not take a break from the lavender-ringed pool to explore the picturesque villages of Gordes and Moustiers Sainte Marie, the amazing ochre cliffs at Roussillon or the Verdon Gorges? Or go a little further afield to visit the stylish town of Aix-en-Provence.
The + points
The Provencal setting, surrounded by olive groves.
An ideal base for walkers and hikers.
Close to the town of Manosque with its historic centre.








Contact details
Chemin de Pietramal,
04130 Volx
Nearest town
Manosque, 10 km
Nearest station
Manosque, 10 km
Nearest airport
Marseille Provence, 100 km
Bus, Taxi, other...
Volx
How to get there and itinerary
From Aix-en-Provence, on the A51 take the exit for Manosque. On the RN96 go towards Volx, Forcalquier.
From Grenoble, take the "Col de la Croix-Haute", direction Sisteron, then on the RN 96 go towards Manosque and then Volx.
"All the tastes and smells of Provence: lavender, sage, rosemary and thyme."
Brigitte Scattolo
Manager Camping La Vandelle
www.camping-lavandelle.com
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