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Bed and breakfasts on the Plateau d’Albion, between lavender, Sault and Banon

Panorama on the Plateau d'Albion
Panorama on the Plateau d'Albion © VF
Lavande - Plateau d'Albion © VF
Mont Ventoux and lavender on the Plateau d'Albion © VF
Fête de la lavande à Ferrassières © VF
Fête de la lavande at Ferrassières © VF
Lavande Plateau d'Albion © VF
Lavender fields on the Plateau d'Albion © VF
Lavande - Plateau d'Albion © VF
Lavender on the Plateau d'Albion - © VF
Sault at the feet of the Plateau d'Albion
Sault at the feet of the Plateau d'Albion - © VF
Learn more about the Plateau d’Albion

Discover the Plateau d’Albion and its high villages

The Plateau d'Albion is situated between Mont Ventoux and Montagne de Lure, at the junction of the departments of Vaucluse, Drôme, and Alpes de Haute Provence. Surrounded by picturesque villages such as Sault, Banon, and Simiane la Rotonde, this is a higher, quieter and more open part of inland Provence.

Homeland of "true" lavender

The sunny climate, often cleared by the Mistral wind, the arid limestone plateau, and the average altitude of 900 to 1000 meters are conducive to the cultivation of true lavender, the AOP fine lavender (Protected Designation of Origin), Lavandula angustifolia vera, whereas elsewhere only a natural hybrid, lavandin, is cultivated. Lavender Festivals are organized in Ferrassières on the first Sunday of July for the lavender bloom and in Sault on August 15th.

Villages of the Plateau d'Albion

The villages of the Plateau d'Albion include Ferrassières, Revest du Bion, Saint Christol d'Albion, and Saint Trinit. Each village has its own charm and history to discover. Sault is the economic center of the plateau, Aurel, Simiane-la Rotonde, and Banon invite you into a landscape of lavender, dry stone and open ridge roads.

Marceau Constantin Museum in Saint Christol d'Albion

In Saint Christol d'Albion, you can visit the museum dedicated to the work of the painter Marceau Constantin (1918-2017), originally from the village, who had a successful career and was awarded prestigious prizes, notably in the United States. He donated part of his works to the Museum of his hometown where he returned in 1981. Immerse yourself in the artistic universe of this talented painter and explore his works inspired by the beauty and soul of Provence.

The Plateau d'Albion is a good choice for a quieter stay, with easy routes towards Mont Ventoux, Montagne de Lure, the eastern Luberon villages and Haute-Provence markets.

Stay in a bed and breakfast near the lavender fields of the Plateau d’Albion

Here is a selection of guest houses, gites and charming places to stay on the Plateau d’Albion, between lavender, Sault and Banon, with direct access to each owner’s website.

Official site Book directly with the owner

A superb Renaissance style holiday home near Sault on the heights of the Plateau d'Albion, in the authentic landscapes of lavender Provence. Garden, superb panorama on the lavenders.

Plateau d'Albion Mont Ventoux Drôme provençale Gorges de la Nesque
Ferrassières 26570
Official site Book directly with the owner

Five very comfortable rooms, decorated with objects found in the surrounding area, near lavender fields, offering an exceptional panoramic view of Montbrun-les-Bains and Mont Ventoux. Garden, Pool, Table d'hôtes, Panorama.

Baronnies Plateau d'Albion Drôme provençale Mont Ventoux
Montbrun-les-bains 26570
Official site Book directly with the owner

Five large guest rooms in an old 17th century bastide, and three independent cottages at the foot of the village of Sault in the Lavender Provence, in the heart of a 2ha estate. Table d'hôtes, Swimming pool, Park.

Mont Ventoux Gorges de la Nesque Plateau d'Albion Drôme provençale
Sault 84390

Planning your stay on the Plateau d’Albion

When can you see lavender on the Plateau d’Albion?

Flowering depends on altitude and weather, but lavender on the Plateau d’Albion is usually at its best from late June through July.

Sault, Ferrassieres and Saint-Christol-d’Albion often remain in bloom a little later than the lower plains of Provence.

Where should you stay around the Plateau d’Albion?

A bed and breakfast around Sault, Aurel, Ferrassieres, Revest-du-Bion, Banon or Simiane-la-Rotonde is practical for exploring lavender fields, villages and quiet roads.

The area also works well for combining the Plateau d’Albion with Mont Ventoux, Montagne de Lure and the Nesque gorges.

What can you do on the Plateau d’Albion?

The plateau is best discovered through its lavender fields, high villages and open roads between Vaucluse, Provençal Drôme and Alpes-de-Haute-Provence.

  • Follow lavender routes around Sault and Ferrassieres
  • Visit Simiane-la-Rotonde, Banon and the plateau villages
  • Discover the heritage of Saint-Christol-d’Albion
  • Plan a trip to Mont Ventoux or Montagne de Lure
  • Visit seasonal markets and local producers