Senanque Abbey Tours

The gorgeous lavender fields at Notre-Dame de Senanque in Provence, France. In full bloom in mid July. Make sure you stop off and visit the picturesque towns of Gordes and Roussillon along the way #roussillon #provence #france #lavender #Notre-Dame de Senanque #TroveonTuesday
The gorgeous lavender fields at Notre-Dame de Senanque in Provence, France. In full bloom in mid July. Make sure you stop off and visit the picturesque towns of Gordes and Roussillon along the way #roussillon #provence #france #lavender #Notre-Dame de Senanque #TroveonTuesday
Sénanque Abbey was the highlight of my France trip. My friends and I purposely decided to make our trip around the end of June which is the start of the lavender season. Good enough there were in bloom in the region! This butterfly was so hooked to the lavender like me.
Sénanque Abbey was the highlight of my France trip. My friends and I purposely decided to make our trip around the end of June which is the start of the lavender season. Good enough there were in bloom in the region! It was definitely a trek to get here when you don't have a car. I stayed in Marseille and did a day trip to the abbey and then hiked to Gordes. From Marseille, there is a train to Cavaillon and from there, there is one bus that goes to Gordes. Pro tip: do not go on weekends, no bus runs. This one bus doesn't run on the weekends so we hit a big dilemma on how to get to the abbey. We asked the information booth at the train station if there are taxis around. She said yes but, since it was around 1 pm that we were waiting, they are not in the lot because it's coffee time. She looked very serious saying that. True with her word, one pulled in a couple of minutes after. We asked him if he can take us to the abbey and pick us up at Gordes. He was happy to drive us to and from. At the abbey, oh yes, lavenders. Fields and fields of lavenders. There is also an area of lavender that's fenced right in front of the abbey. It's most likely private just for the monks. There is a shop there where they sell everything lavender and souvenirs. There weren't that much insects and bees which is a good thing. The scent was faint through the breeze and very pretty to see rows of bloom.
Sénanque Abbey was the highlight of my France trip. My friends and I purposely decided to make our trip around the end of June which is the start of the lavender season. Good enough there were in bloom in the region! Fields and fields of lavenders. There is also an area of lavender that's fenced right in front of the abbey. It's most likely private just for the monks. There is a shop there where they sell everything lavender and souvenirs. There weren't that much insects and bees which is a good thing. The scent was faint through the breeze and very pretty to see rows of bloom.
Ever wondered if there's something in the universe much bigger than you? Those who live at Senanque Abbey may have the answers.

You'll soon learn why this Gordes residence for monks is popular with travelers. If you're searching for other things to see here, Chateau de Gordes, Caves du Palais Saint Firmin, and Provence Golf are in the area too. They won't take you long to get to from Senanque Abbey.

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Sofitel Marseille Vieux Port

Sofitel Marseille Vieux Port

5 out of 5
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Price was $1,258, price is now $1,069 per person
$1,069
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Mar 22 - Mar 26
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Marseille (MRS)
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Le Petit Nice Passedat - Relais & Châteaux

Le Petit Nice Passedat - Relais & Châteaux

5 out of 5
7th Arrondissement
Price was $1,790, price is now $1,489 per person
$1,489
per person
Mar 22 - Mar 26
found 8 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
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8.8/10 Excellent! (110 reviews)
Nice view of the sea but over priced for what they offer

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2024

InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG

InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG

5 out of 5
Old Port of Marseille
Price was $1,512, price is now $1,285 per person
$1,285
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Mar 22 - Mar 26
found 8 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Marseille (MRS)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
The room was fantastic and it had what must be the longest bath tub ever

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

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