THE MAGIC OF PROVENÇAL MARKETS

A journey through the flavours and traditions of Provence

It’s one of those simple pleasures that are de rigueur when you come to the South of France. A trip to a Provençal market is an eagerly awaited moment – almost a ritual – during every stay down South. Beaumier invites you to experience their charm. Take a stroll through the brightly coloured stalls, as you breathe in the delightful fragrance of fresh herbs and listen to the sing-song of accents resonate under the blue skies... It’s more than a walk through the market; it’s immersing yourself in the local way of life.

Weekly markets are not just anecdotes; they are the highlight of town and village life in Provence. A time-honoured tradition with Medieval origins, these markets transform the squares and winding streets into vibrant displays of exceptional local produce. They were first introduced to meet day-to-day-needs, but over time turned into places where people could meet, share and pass on knowledge.

Some are renowned, others lesser-known, but these markets all tell the story of the terroir. Discover the finest quality-certified markets that capture the enduring magic of the Provence we know and love.

A journey through the flavours and traditions of Provence It’s one of those simple pleasures that are de rigueur when you come to the South of France. A trip to a Provençal market is an eagerly awaited moment – almost a ritual – during every stay down South. Beaumier invites you to experience their charm. Take a stroll through the brightly coloured stalls, as you breathe in the delightful fragrance of fresh herbs and listen to the sing-song of accents resonate under the blue skies... It’s more than a walk through the market; it’s immersing yourself in the local way of life.

WHY VISIT THE MARKETS IN PROVENCE?

Markets are the beating heart of Provence. They are the embodiment of Provençal life, where locals come to fill their baskets with sun-kissed fruit and vegetables and where, for a brief moment, you can step into the gentle pace of everyday life. Provençal markets are a feast for the senses. Taste, touch, smell... a handful of sun-warmed olives, the vivid colour of an heirloom tomato, the caress of linen... Every market is a world unto itself, vibrant and bountiful, revealing an elegant, convivial and welcoming culture.

A few essentials for your basket:
Soft-ripened or ash-coated goats cheese
Cherries in May, apricots in June, peaches in July, figs in August and grapes in late summer
Picholine olives, tapenades
Sourdough bread, golden focaccia
Fruity olive oils
Lavender, botanical soaps
Baskets, ceramics, embroidered linens, quilts
Luberon Wines

Markets are the beating heart of Provence. They are the embodiment of Provençal life, where locals come to fill their baskets with sun-kissed fruit and vegetables and where, for a brief moment, you can step into the gentle pace of everyday life. Provençal markets are a feast for the senses. Taste, touch, smell... a handful of sun-warmed olives, the vivid colour of an heirloom tomato, the caress of linen... Every market is a world unto itself, vibrant and bountiful, revealing an elegant, convivial and welcoming culture. A few essentials for your basket: Soft-ripened or ash-coated goats cheese Cherries in May, apricots in June, peaches in July, figs in August and grapes in late summer Picholine olives, tapenades Sourdough bread, golden focaccia Fruity olive oils Lavender, botanical soaps Baskets, ceramics, embroidered linens, quilts Luberon Wines

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EXPLORE THE MOST ICONIC MARKETS IN PROVENCE

Your guide to the best Provençal markets in the Luberon
A market for every day

Monday: Cavaillon ; Lauris
Tuesday: Apt Farmer’s Market* ; Saint-Saturnin-lès-Apt ; Gordes ; Banon ; Lourmarin, producer’s market at La Fruitière Numérique
Wednesday: Lacoste ; Sault
Thursday: Céreste ; Goult ; Roussillon ; Saignon ; L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Friday: Lourmarin, market next to Beaumier’s Le Moulin Hotel ; Bonnieux, just a stone’s throw from Capelongue, with a stunning view across the Calavon valley, the villages of Lacoste, Goult and Gordes and Mont Ventoux.
Saturday: Apt
Sunday: Coustellet Farmer’s Market*
* Farmer’s Market (Marché Paysan) - quality label established by the Luberon Regional Natural Park. A market where local producers display fresh produce straight from their farms.

Provence market days – beyond the Luberon
Monday: Forcalquier ; Aix-en-Provence food market every day
Tuesday: Vaison-la-Romaine ; Aix-en-Provence market selling textiles, artisan products and second-hand goods
Wednesday: Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
Thursday: L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, endorsed by the “marché d’exception” quality label
Friday: Pertuis
Saturday: Aix-en-Provence, Arles, one of the biggest markets covering an area of 2.5 km
Sunday: L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, endorsed by the “marché d’exception” quality label ; Aix-en-Provence flower market (open daily except Mondays)

Your guide to the best Provençal markets in the Luberon A market for every day Monday: Cavaillon ; Lauris Tuesday: Apt Farmer’s Market* ; Saint-Saturnin-lès-Apt ; Gordes ; Banon ; Lourmarin, producer’s market at La Fruitière Numérique Wednesday: Lacoste ; Sault Thursday: Céreste ; Goult ; Roussillon ; Saignon ; L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue Friday: Lourmarin, market next to Beaumier’s Le Moulin Hotel ; Bonnieux, just a stone’s throw from Capelongue, with a stunning view across the Calavon valley, the villages of Lacoste, Goult and Gordes and Mont Ventoux. Saturday: Apt Sunday: Coustellet Farmer’s Market* * Farmer’s Market (Marché Paysan) - quality label established by the Luberon Regional Natural Park. A market where local producers display fresh produce straight from their farms. Provence market days – beyond the Luberon Monday: Forcalquier ; Aix-en-Provence food market every day Tuesday: Vaison-la-Romaine ; Aix-en-Provence market selling textiles, artisan products and second-hand goods Wednesday: Saint-Rémy-de-Provence Thursday: L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, endorsed by the “marché d’exception” quality label Friday: Pertuis Saturday: Aix-en-Provence, Arles, one of the biggest markets covering an area of 2.5 km Sunday: L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, endorsed by the “marché d’exception” quality label ; Aix-en-Provence flower market (open daily except Mondays)

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SEASONAL MARKETS IN PROVENCE

While most Provençal markets enliven villages all year long, certain less frequent events deserve a special mention: seasonal markets and unique occasions that celebrate the terroir’s treasures.

TRUFFLE MARKETS
The winter months fill Provence with the rich, earthy scent of truffles. From Carpentras to Richerenches, dedicated truffle markets selling the coveted “black diamonds” entice discerning food lovers and curious visitors in pursuit of this legendary delicacy.
Richerenches: every Saturday morning
Truffle fair opening ceremony: first Saturday in December
Truffle mass and auction: third Sunday in January
Carpentras: every Friday morning
Apt and Valréas: Saturday morning
Ménerbes: last Sunday in December

OCCASIONAL MARKETS
Some markets are only held once a year, but they are well worth a visit:
L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue floating market: first Sunday in August
Bonnieux pottery market: Easter weekend
Apt flower market: in May
L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue International Antique and Vintage Fair: Easter and 15th August

NIGHT MARKETS IN THE SUMMER
A wander through the night markets is a wonderful way to end the day on your summer vacation. Tuesdays are market days in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, where you can browse local hand-crafted creations during the cooler Provençal evenings.

While most Provençal markets enliven villages all year long, certain less frequent events deserve a special mention: seasonal markets and unique occasions that celebrate the terroir’s treasures. TRUFFLE MARKETS The winter months fill Provence with the rich, earthy scent of truffles. From Carpentras to Richerenches, dedicated truffle markets selling the coveted “black diamonds” entice discerning food lovers and curious visitors in pursuit of this legendary delicacy. Richerenches: every Saturday morning Truffle fair opening ceremony: first Saturday in December Truffle mass and auction: third Sunday in January Carpentras: every Friday morning Apt and Valréas: Saturday morning Ménerbes: last Sunday in December

OCCASIONAL MARKETS Some markets are only held once a year, but they are well worth a visit: L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue floating market: first Sunday in August Bonnieux pottery market: Easter weekend Apt flower market: in May L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue International Antique and Vintage Fair: Easter and 15th August

NIGHT MARKETS IN THE SUMMER A wander through the night markets is a wonderful way to end the day on your summer vacation. Tuesdays are market days in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, where you can browse local hand-crafted creations during the cooler Provençal evenings.

HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT

Arrive early: the mornings are quieter, and stallholders have more time to chat.
Bring a basket or tote bag: practical and eco-friendly options.
Ask questions: producers love to talk about what they do.
Savour your surroundings, let yourself be guided by your senses.
Take your time, walk around, take it all in.
Do as the locals do. Take the opportunity to sit at a terrace and embrace the Provençal way of life.

Arrive early: the mornings are quieter, and stallholders have more time to chat.
Bring a basket or tote bag: practical and eco-friendly options.
Ask questions: producers love to talk about what they do.
Savour your surroundings, let yourself be guided by your senses.
Take your time, walk around, take it all in.
Do as the locals do. Take the opportunity to sit at a terrace and embrace the Provençal way of life.

Coffee and cookie break on the terrace of Le Moulin in Lourmarin after a morning at the Provence market

EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF PROVENÇAL MARKETS WITH BEAUMIER

Every Beaumier hotel is immersed in Provençal life, within easy reach of the region’s most iconic markets. Le Moulin and Le Galinier in Lourmarin embody the understated elegance of the Luberon. These two boutique hideaways, nestled in the village or amid lush surroundings, are just a stone’s throw from the Friday market – an unmissable weekly event for residents. Capelongue in Bonnieux stands on high overlooking the Calavon valley. A short walk downhill brings you to the marketplace, amid colourful stalls, the joyous sounds of the morning and sweeping views of the surrounding villages and Mont Ventoux. After a morning stroll around the best markets in Provence, return to your hotel with your treasures to enjoy a delicious lunch on your private terrace or an impromptu picnic in the countryside. Enjoy the local way of life, in perfect harmony amid vibrant villages and the serenity of a Beaumier hotel.
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Fresh watermelon slices from the Provence market, by the poolside

Step into the living tapestry of a Provençal market – where every basket is filled with flavours, every conversation conjures a memory, and every fragrance reawakens a moment.
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HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT

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