ROUSSILLON: A VILLAGE OF FLAMBOYANT COLORS IN THE LUBERON

Discover Roussillon, a village of character ranked among the most beautiful in France, just a short drive from Maison Mursoise. Renowned for its ochre-hued façades and spectacular walking trail, this unique destination invites you to a vibrant escape where heritage, nature, and the Provençal art of living converge.

A VILLAGE IN A THOUSAND SHADES OF OCHRE

Unlike the traditional whitewashed villages of Provence, Roussillon stands out with its dazzling façades, painted in hues ranging from pale yellow to deep red. Local inhabitants once used pigments extracted from nearby ochre quarries to coat their homes, creating a visual harmony between the village and its surrounding landscapes. This colorful authenticity, easily reached from your holiday retreat, makes Roussillon one of the most photographed and emblematic villages of the Luberon.

THE OCHRE TRAIL: A DAZZLING NATURAL SPECTACLE

The Ochre Trail offers two waymarked paths of 30 and 50 minutes, leading through former quarries transformed into a spectacular natural site. Erosion and centuries of human activity have carved cliffs and landscapes that resemble a surrealist painting, with no fewer than 17 shades of ochre on display. Structured and safe, this walk is a delight for both young and old, offering a full immersion in a landscape shaped by both nature and history.

A STORY ROOTED IN THE OCHRE TRADE

From the 18th century onwards, Roussillon became an important center of pigment production, supplying painters and textile makers alike. The surrounding quarries forged the village’s unique visual identity and attracted celebrated artists such as Jean Cocteau and Bernard Buffet. Today, the Ochre Conservatory, housed in the former Mathieu factory, recounts this fascinating industrial history. This heritage, preserved through centuries, remains accessible to visitors seeking a deeper understanding of the village’s soul.

MAISON MURSOISE: YOUR BASE TO EXPLORE THE COLORFUL LUBERON

After a day immersed in Roussillon’s vivid palette of ochres and heritage, return to the calm and comfort of Maison Mursoise. Perfectly located for exploring the Luberon’s most iconic sites, our guesthouse offers an authentic and restful haven where the magic of your discoveries lingers. Designed to create lasting memories, Maison Mursoise invites you to fully experience the Luberon’s unique blend of nature, culture, and Provençal art de vivre.

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