Geological and Archaeological Museum
Orgon - Cultural place
Discover the load History Museum, the former prison of the 17th century showing the graffiti of the convicts who were a stop on the path that led to the bagne of Toulon, welcomes today the Urgonia Museum and the Municipal Tourist Office in the village.The exhibitions presented in this place reveal you the unique and fascinating history of this territory for 130 million years. Marine and continental episodes follow one another, revealing a procession of fossilized animals now extinct and the remains left by the man since his arrival in this area about 10,000 years ago.Become geological site of international standard since the half of the 19th century, traces of the exploitation of the urgonian limestone are numerous and varied as you will discover. Soon, an ornithological exhibition devoted to the thirteen protected bird species taken into account by the Life of Alpilles program will complement the themes.Fun and interactive visits over the discovery of local heritage, this invitation to travel back in time to embellishing panels and video documentaries. Digital terminals allow you to complete and test your knowledge in a fun and interactive way. Guided tours of the visits accompanied by to discover the Museum and the path of stone are available on registration. Feel free to ask the program and schedules to the members of the team who are at your disposal and will answer your questions in the home of the Museum. Educational visit a pedagogical accompaniment device allows the reception of school groups. In order to adapt the content of the visits, a preparatory meeting between the teacher and the head of the Museum is desirable.Home and visits accompanied by reservation.15 persons maximum per group.
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Where to stay
The Bégude
Orgon
Single-family house.
LA MAISON DE CHICHUI - N° 950
Orgon
Au coeur du village, idéalement située entre Alpilles et Luberon, cette authentique maison provençale en pierres, quottée trois étoiles, à la décoration originale est située dans des bâtiments du XVe siècle creusés dans le roc. Musée privé un privé (carrière romaine), apéritif…
The Arun
Orgon
Housing nine of 85 m2 air-conditioned Mas de campaign fully renovated. It is located in the 1st floor. (The bottom is not inhabited)Large living room / kitchen of 45 m2 overlooking the 20 m2 balcony south facing.Fully equipped kitchen.Two bed in 160 of which one with a bed bunk rooms.Places very…
La Cigale au bord de l'eau
Plan-d'Orgon
In Provencal country house, assured relaxation in the winter garden. Rooms with a private terrace, view of garden, refrigerator in the lounge, anti-allergic linen. The en suite rooms are equipped with free toilet items. Included continental breakfast.
Auberge du Parc *.
Orgon
Hotel - restaurant in a building of the 18th century in the heart of Provence. The Auberge du Parc is the ideal place to spend a relaxing time either with friends, family, or for business trips.
Hermes' mas
Plan-d'Orgon
In authentic Provençal mas rooms with en suite bathroom, hairdryer, hospitality products, water kettle tray the café in.Bed in 160, sitting area.Pool 8x4, sunbeds, towels. Garden lounge, in one hectare wooded park.Extra bed or crib on request.
Le Mas des Cigales
Orgon
House located in an area of greenery at the foot of the Alpilles.
The Happy Valley
Orgon
This camping site is set at the foot of the Alpilles mountains and at the gateway to Luberon. An exceptional location in La Vallée Heureuse for an unforgettable stay. The camping site lies in a green setting surrounded by splendid cliffs internationally famous for climbing. At the foot of the…
Area of Saint-Véran
Orgon
Nestled in the heart of a Green Park of 7 hectares, a beautiful bastide renovated for you welcome. Detached house with swimming pool.3 put rooms for rent.Capacity 6 people.
Things to do
Elisabeth Imbert - Atelier de l'Arbre à pPluie
Orgon
Travail sur les volumes et travail du bois: peinture, sculpture sur bois, bijoux en bois.
Explore the village of Orgon
Orgon
Orgon is a town of 3010 people in the Bouches du Rhone, located in the Parc natural Regional des Alpilles, 15 kilometres from Saint-Rémy, 25 km from Avignon and 6 km from the Parc Naturel Regional Luberon. This typically Provençal village, dominated by the chapel Notre Dame de Beauregard and…
L'autre antique
Plan-d'Orgon
Au coeur de la Provence près de Saint Rémy, découvrez un large choix de fontaines, piliers et autres décorations en pierre de taille, des statues classiques et nos gammes complètes de poteries. Notre parc d'exposition de 1000 m2 vous ouvre ses portes du lundi au samedi de 9h à 18h non-stop.…
Chapel of our Lady of Beauregard
Orgon
This ancient celto-Ligurian oppidum was a religious center well before the Christian era, as evidenced by the numerous remains of cults such as the Gallo-Roman altars exposed today in the lapidary Museum of Avignon. They honoured the Greco-Roman deities. In 1878 the Bonnard Canon, cure Dean of…
Manade Bernard Coulet
Orgon
Guided tour by appointment.
Cornelia Kervink
Orgon
Cette artiste peint depuis peu de temps et adore jouer avec les couleurs et les lumières. Son inspiration est très éclectique, le règne animal, la nature, en passant par les galaxies, l'enluminure et même le monde de l'abstrait m'inspire. Peindre est, pour elle, à la fois un bonheur et une…
Candlebox Provence
Orgon
Making homemade candles and jewelry. Open Monday to Friday from 9 h to 12 h and from 14 h to 16 h.
Bleu Jaune en Provence
Plan-d'Orgon
Fabrication artisanale, savons (de Marseille, lait d'ânesse) , bougies 100% végétales , senteurs Produits pour le corps , pour la maison ... Respect du savoir-faire traditionnel de la méthode dites "de Marseille" et utilisation d' huiles et des bases 100% végétales. Toutes les étapes…
Provence Automobile Museum
Orgon
Nestled between the Alpilles and the Luberon is a collection just waiting to be discovered. A round-up of a century of automotive history through the different eras of this fabulous epic story... sporting and popular models of all ages share this space with bicycles, motorcycles, posters from the…
Where to eat
The garden side
Orgon
In Orgon, a small village which shouldn't be missed, is an exceptional gourmet stop-off point, Le Côté Jardin restaurant. You will discover typically Provençal cuisine in a pleasant, well-maintained setting, in the shade of a huge acacia tree. Groups welcome (45-50 people) subject to prior…
Hostel in small pavers
Orgon
The Auberge is located in the heart of the Provençal countryside, amidst the peace and fresh air. Its special location will encourage you to visit local tourist sites. In high season, meals can be served on the shady terrace. Provençal cuisine.
The Fumades relay
Orgon
Hotel - restaurant. Provençal cuisine, pizzeria, meats grilled on an open fire.
Auberge du Parc
Orgon
Hotel - restaurant in a building of the 18th century in the heart of Provence. The Auberge du Parc is the ideal place to spend a relaxing time either with friends, family, or for business trips.Cuisine gourmande.Master Restorer