Provence, Yours To Discover
Located in the south of France, in the eastern part of Provence, the Chateau de Gignac overlooks a tiny, charming hamlet of the same name.
The village of Gignac is on the edge of the Luberon mountains between the village of Rustrel (4km) and Apt (8km) on the border of the Alpes de Haute Provence and Vaucluse.
Historically, the area was widely known for its ochre deposits and iron mines, but the landscape is now accented by beautiful lavender fields spreading along the Luberon valley and up to the plateau d’Albion toward the mountains of Mont Ventoux.
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Provence, Yours To Discover
Located in the south of France, in the eastern part of Provence, the Chateau de Gignac overlooks a tiny, charming hamlet of the same name.
The village of Gignac is on the edge of the Luberon mountains between the village of Rustrel (4km) and Apt (8km) on the border of the Alpes de Haute Provence and Vaucluse.
Historically, the area was widely known for its ochre deposits and iron mines, but the landscape is now accented by beautiful lavender fields spreading along the Luberon valley and up to the plateau d’Albion toward the mountains of Mont Ventoux.
Make a booking request today.
Landscapes of Provence
Whether you are a seasoned outdoors enthusiast or just want to stroll and discover Provence, you will be spoiled for choice during your stay at the Chateau de Gignac.
Hiking trails on foot, by mountain bike or on horseback, are some of the best ways to take in the magnificent Provençal landscapes.
Thrill seekers can climb the cliffs of Buoux overlooking the Aiguebrun, go caving near Sault or Saint-Christol, or for breathtaking views of the Luberon, go paragliding in Rustrel or Sault.
Villages of Provence
Gignac is an ideal location for traveling around the Pays d’Apt and its picturesque hilltop villages like Gordes, Roussillon, Bonnieux, Ménerbes, and Lacoste.
Gordes features the village of Bories (stone huts) and the Abbey of Sénanque.
Roussillon, classified as one of the most beautiful villages in France, is a hotspot for tourism with the world famous ocher trail or Colorado Provencal that children will love.
The Colorado Provencal features over 65 acres of hills to hike and trails with eroded cliffs revealing twenty shades of ocher.
Villages of Provence
Gignac is an ideal location for traveling around the Pays d’Apt and its picturesque hilltop villages like Gordes, Roussillon, Bonnieux, Ménerbes, and Lacoste.
Gordes features the village of Bories (stone huts) and the Abbey of Sénanque.
Roussillon, classified as one of the most beautiful villages in France, is a hotspot for tourism with the world famous ocher trail or Colorado Provencal that children will love.
The Colorado Provencal features over 65 acres of hills to hike and trails with eroded cliffs revealing twenty shades of ocher.
Off the Beaten Path
There are also the quieter, less touristy, but no less beautiful, villages of Simiane, Villars, Saint Saturnin, Viens, Caseneuve, Cereste, and Banon to discover.
Simiane-la-Rotonde hosts the Cistercian Abbey of Valsaintes which dates from the 12th century.
Villars offers horseback riding and a nine-hole golf course.
Further south, you can take an excursion to the magnificent village of Lourmarin, via the Combe de Lourmarin.
Historical regional cities like Avignon and Aix en Provence are only a one hour drive away.
Enjoy Provence Cuisine
Known not only for its unusual landscapes, the region’s gastronomy and local products (wines, cheeses, honey, olives and Provençal cuisine) also promise memorable culinary discoveries.
Don’t miss the weekly, outdoor local morning markets in St Saturnin les Apt (Tuesday), Rustrel (Wednesday), Villars (Thursday), and Apt (Saturday).
Notable local wineries worth visiting include Domaine de la Verrière, Domaine de la Citadelle, Aureto, and Cave du Sylla.
Enjoy Provence Cuisine
Known not only for its unusual landscapes, the region’s gastronomy and local products (wines, cheeses, honey, olives and Provençal cuisine) also promise memorable culinary discoveries.
Don’t miss the weekly, outdoor local morning markets in St Saturnin les Apt (Tuesday), Rustrel (Wednesday), Villars (Thursday), and Apt (Saturday).
Notable local wineries worth visiting include Domaine de la Verrière, Domaine de la Citadelle, Aureto, and Cave du Sylla.
Chateau Booking Inquiry
Availability: Minimum booking is for ONE WEEK and new bookings start on a Saturday. Before making a booking inquiry, please check the calendar further below for availability.
Availability: Minimum booking is for ONE WEEK and new bookings start on a Saturday. Before making a booking inquiry, please review the calendar below for availability.
Weekly pricing: Jan-Apr 2025 (CLOSED), May-Jun 2025 (€10,000/week), Jul-Aug 2025 (€16,000/week), Sep 2025 (€14,000/week), Oct 2025 (€10,000/week), Nov 2025 – Apr 2026 (CLOSED).