Restaurant · Trets · approx. 10–15 min
Le Safran
French and Mediterranean cooking for lunch or dinner in Trets, at 14 avenue Mirabeau.
A good meal, a drink on a terrace or a concert: plan your outings from Trets.
Restaurants, bars, live music venues and regular events: find an outing to suit how far you want to drive.
Close to the estate
For lunch, an aperitif or a stroll through the market, explore Trets, Rousset and the villages at the foot of Sainte-Victoire.
Restaurant · Trets · approx. 10–15 min
French and Mediterranean cooking for lunch or dinner in Trets, at 14 avenue Mirabeau.
Restaurant · Rousset · approx. 15–25 min
A farm restaurant on the road to Peynier, where you can enjoy a meal and discover local produce.
Restaurant · Saint-Antonin-sur-Bayon · approx. 25–30 min
Home-cooked food and homemade pastries, with a terrace facing Sainte-Victoire. Combine a meal with a visit to Maison Sainte-Victoire and its exhibitions.
Restaurant · Puyloubier · approx. 20–25 min
Enjoy a meal at the foot of Sainte-Victoire, with views across the Arc valley. A lovely stop after a walk around Puyloubier.
Restaurant · Trets · approx. 10–15 min
Homemade Armenian and Lebanese family cooking, with hot and cold mezze and traditional pastries, at 1 route de Saint-Maximin.
Restaurant · Trets · approx. 10–15 min
Traditional Japanese cuisine at 24 avenue Jean Jaurès: a change of flavours during an outing in Trets.
Restaurant · Rousset · approx. 20–25 min
In the hamlet of Les Bannettes, this traditional French restaurant celebrates local, seasonal ingredients.
Restaurant · Châteauneuf-le-Rouge · approx. 20–25 min
On Montée de l’Église, discover homemade Mediterranean dishes and wood-fired cooking. Linger over a meal on the shaded terrace at the foot of Sainte-Victoire.
Wine bar and tapas · Rousset · approx. 15–25 min
An aperitif with wine and tapas in the Mévouillon neighbourhood, on the RD 7N.
Bar and light bites · Rousset · approx. 20–25 min
Take a break in the heart of the village, at 18 place Paul Borde, before or after a stroll around Rousset.
Weekly event · Trets · approx. 10–15 min
Every Wednesday morning, year-round, market stalls fill the town centre from 8 am to 12.30 pm. Browse seasonal produce and Provençal specialities, then stop for a coffee.
Summer event · Trets · approx. 10–15 min
On selected summer dates announced by the town, enjoy an evening stroll among the stalls. Check the seasonal programme for upcoming markets.
Dining in Saint-Maximin and evenings in Aix
In Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume, combine a walk through the old town with a restaurant meal. In Aix-en-Provence, enjoy the terraces and live music venues. Allow around 30–60 minutes to drive to the outings in this section.
Restaurant and wine bar · Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume · approx. 30–40 min
At 20 avenue Albert Ier, creative bistro cooking and a wine list to accompany lunch or dinner in Saint-Maximin.
Restaurant · Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume · approx. 30–40 min
At 3 avenue Albert Ier, traditional cooking with a modern twist in a friendly setting. A pleasant meal during a visit to the town centre.
Japanese restaurant · Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume · approx. 30–40 min
A relaxed izakaya-style restaurant serving Japanese sharing dishes. Another way to round off an outing in Saint-Maximin.
Brasserie and cocktail bar · Aix-en-Provence · approx. 40–55 min
On cours Mirabeau, enjoy a brasserie meal or a cocktail before a show.
Wine bar and restaurant · Aix-en-Provence · approx. 40–55 min
At 10 rue Portalis, near the squares of the historic centre, enjoy wine with a small plate or a Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Live music venue · Aix-en-Provence · approx. 40–55 min
Aix’s contemporary music venue hosts concerts across a range of styles. Choose a night from the events calendar and check the booking arrangements for your show.
Live music venue · Aix-en-Provence · approx. 40–55 min
An intimate venue for an evening of jazz or French song, at 35 rue Émile Tavan. The programme changes throughout the season.
Annual festival · Aix-en-Provence · approx. 40–55 min
In July, opera and concerts take place at venues across the city. The festival’s prelude, Aix en juin, also offers free events: check each edition’s programme.
A full day or evening of culture
Plan a full day or an evening in Marseille, Toulon or Avignon. These outings are around one to two hours away; allow extra time for parking and the return journey.
Museum and exhibitions · Marseille · approx. 1 hr–1 hr 20 min
The Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations hosts exhibitions overlooking the sea. Continue across the footbridge linking the J4 building to Fort Saint-Jean, then stroll through its outdoor spaces.
Live music venue · Marseille · approx. 1 hr–1 hr 20 min
Discover contemporary music on cours Julien. Café Julien adds another stage and a bar open during concerts.
Annual festival · Marseille · approx. 1 hr–1 hr 20 min
A summer jazz festival at venues across Marseille. Choose your concert, then check its exact location and how to get there.
Restaurant and cultural venue · Toulon · approx. 1 hr 10–1 hr 30 min
At 2 rue Hippolyte Duprat, this venue brings together dining, concerts and gatherings. Check the restaurant menu and events calendar separately to plan your evening.
Jazz club and regular events · Avignon · approx. 1 hr 20–1 hr 45 min
Near the Palais des papes, concerts, open-stage sessions and gatherings bring the jazz season to life. Find Jazz Story sessions and jam sessions in the events calendar.
Annual festival · Avignon · approx. 1 hr 20–1 hr 45 min
Every July, Avignon becomes a city of theatre. Book a performance and leave time to wander the streets and soak up the festival atmosphere.
To make the most of your stay, explore our ideas for sightseeing in Provence and our walks from the estate.
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