Saignon

Provence is one of the most picturesque regions of the South of France; known for its vineyards, lavender fields, olive groves and orchards. Saignon is found in the Luberon, perched on the top of a hill against a 30 metre high rock with three imposing castles. These castles, along with two towers and a keep, are represented on the village coat of arms and in times past served as a defensive post for the nearby town of Apt.

Explore this peaceful village by foot and discover old houses with carved doorways, ancient fountains and wash basins and cafés in shady squares for a cold beverage.

Saignon church, Luberon

The 12^th century Romanesque Church was used as a stopping point by Provençal and Italian pilgrims taking the Via Domitia route to Italy. The nearby 11^th century Benedictine Abbey is now used for public events.

Saignon Checklist:

The 12th century Romanesque Notre-Dame de Pitié churchThe 11^th century Benedictine St-Eusèbe Abbey
The olive oil mill

Olive trees, Provence
The bishop’s palace and its belfry
The washhouse with three basins – fountains
The castle ruins
Potager d’un Curieux (The eccentric’s Vegetable garden)
Corinne Détroyat offers garden workshops around Easter time
The summer festivals
Hiking, cycling, horse riding in the Luberon National Park

Nearby villages

Roussillon Ochre trail	15 km	Map
Bonnieux Perched village	17 km	Map
Lacoste Sade de Marquis castle	20 km	Map
Lourmarin	20 km	Map
Menèrbes Home to Peter Mayle	25 km	Map
Gordes Stunning perched town, Neolithic settlement, Sénanque Abbey	27 km	Map