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The Most Beautiful Gardens to Visit in Provence
©Pavillon de Galon
Provence is often described through its villages but for us, some of its most memorable moments happen quietly, in gardens.
Over the years, Provence has taught us how to slow down. And nowhere does that lesson come through more clearly than in its gardens. Some are grand and historic, others deeply personal and still evolving. What they all share is a sense of balance, between structure and wildness, heritage and everyday life.
These are the gardens we return to, recommend, and genuinely love visiting. Not because they are the most famous, but because each one offers something different: a view, a feeling, a moment of calm.
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Jardin du Château de Brantes
Set against the Mont Ventoux, the garden unfolds gently around the château, with long perspectives, terraces, and just enough structure to feel elegant without being rigid. What we love most here is the sense of continuity, this isn’t a garden frozen in time, but one that feels lived in, cared for, and deeply connected to its landscape.
There’s something very Provençal about Brantes: refined, yes, but also relaxed. It’s a place that invites long walks and unhurried conversations.
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Pavillon de Galon (Cucuron)
If you enjoy gardens that feel architectural and intentional, Pavillon de Galon is a must.
Inspired by 18th-century designs, this garden is all about structure, symmetry, and detail. Box hedges, water features, orchards, everything is precisely placed, yet the atmosphere never feels stiff. What we personally love is how the garden opens toward the Luberon landscape, blending formal design with expansive views.
This is a garden to visit slowly, paying attention to proportions, axes, and the way the scenery changes as you move through it.
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La Louve (Bonnieux)
La Louve is very different, and that’s exactly why we love it.
Created by landscape designer Nicole de Vésian, this garden feels almost introspective. It’s minimalist, sculptural, and intentionally restrained. Stone, olive trees, cypress, nothing here is decorative for the sake of it.
What makes La Louve special is its emotional impact. It’s a garden that asks you to slow down, to notice textures, shadows, and silence. It’s not for everyone, but for those who connect with it, it’s unforgettable.
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Jardins de l’Abbaye Saint-André (Villeneuve-lès-Avignon)
These gardens are as much about history as they are about beauty.
Perched above the Rhône, the gardens of the Abbaye Saint-André offer breathtaking views over Avignon and the surrounding countryside. Terraces, Mediterranean plants, and ancient stone walls come together in a way that feels both peaceful and monumental.
We love this garden for its sense of place, you feel the centuries here. It’s ideal for those who enjoy gardens that tell a story, where architecture and landscape are inseparable.
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Château Val Joanis
Val Joanis is one of the most harmonious gardens in Provence.
Designed as a contemporary interpretation of a Renaissance garden, it’s beautifully balanced: kitchen garden, ornamental sections, and views over vineyards all coexist effortlessly. What we appreciate most is how generous this place feels; generous in scale, in light, and in atmosphere.
It’s also a wonderful example of how gardens can be both productive and poetic at the same time.
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