Hikes to the Most Beautiful Villages in the Luberon Mountains

The spectacular mountain known as the Luberon, nestled inside the famous Vaucluse Provence to the south, is right in the heart of one of France's most coveted regions. The Parc Naturel Régional du Lubéron is a UNESCO-listed natural reserve in Provence that is off the main path and breathtakingly gorgeous. Hiking trails and walking paths connect Luberon's charming communities.

Gordes to Roussillon is a fantastic hike. The 10-kilometer hike begins in Gordes, a medieval hilltop village, and continues through gorgeous roads until reaching Roussillon, a remarkable village perché (perched village) perched on an ochre cliff overlooking a breathtaking panorama. From Roussillon to Lourmarin, one of France's Plus Beaux Villages is a beautiful all-day hike. This 25-kilometer trail leads to Lourmarin, a protected valley of olive trees and orchards at the base of the Luberon Mountains, through country roads and footpaths.