Roussillon

Vaucluse

Cycling

Dedicated services and routes

Unusual attractions

The Ochre Trail and the ochre-coloured houses

Wine-growing village

AOC wines from the Côtes du Luberon and Côtes du Ventoux

A festival of ochres in the Luberon

Situated at the heart of Europe’s largest ochre deposit, Roussillon showcases its unique mineral character through an array of stunning, vibrant colours. As you wander through its narrow streets and up its stairways, admiring the often simple yet naturally beautiful façades, you will marvel at craftsmanship dating back more than a thousand years.

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Conservatoire des Ocres

A guided tour covering the production of ochre, its geology and the ochre heritage, as well as workshops and courses.

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Sentier des Ocres

Set off on a walk through the heart of the 'French Colorado', choosing either the 30- or 50-minute route. Watch out for white clothing and footwear!

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A Roussillon Legend

Raymond of Avignon, Lord of Roussillon, neglected his wife Sermonde whilst out hunting; as a result, she spent a little too long in the company of the troubadour Guillaume de Cabestan. Upon learning of his misfortune, the lord killed the lover, tore out his heart and served it to Sermonde, before revealing the nature of the dish to her. The beautiful woman, in despair, threw herself from the top of the cliffs. That is why the cliffs of Roussillon have been blood-red ever since…

Your experiences to live in Roussillon

Ideas for everyone, all the time

From Jan. 1, 2026 to Dec. 31, 2026 from 9 a.m.

Marché de Roussillon

Very lively food market in season, every Thursday.

Next dates:

From 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
Open every day

84220 ROUSSILLON

Map of Roussillon

Extend the visit to near Roussillon

Gordes

(8 km)

Ménerbes

(10 km)

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