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The Best French Markets in Provence
Castle-crowned squares, lavender-infused stalls and the quintessential Provençal spirit. Learn what to expect from four of the most emblematic markets in Provence.
Honey-colored limestone façades, waking streets and locally sourced wonders.
: WHEN TO VISIT
Any day of the week, as the market takes place daily.
: BEST TIME TO DISCOVER
From 8am to 1pm, though best enjoyed early in the morning.
: WHY YOU SHOULD GO
To stroll around the city and discover the lively market, offering a wide variety of goods from flowers and vegetables, to clothing.
Cobbled stone alleyways, a castle-crowned square and the pulse of the Luberon.
: WHEN TO VISIT
Every Tuesday.
: BEST TIME TO DISCOVER
Between 8am to 1pm, while best enjoyed early in the morning.
: WHY YOU SHOULD GO
To visit one of the liveliest markets in the Luberon, and discover local produce, handicrafts, clothing, lavender products and Provençal specialties around the village's castle.
An historic centre, bustling streets and the quintessential Provençal spirit.
: WHEN TO VISIT
Every Wednesday.
: BEST TIME TO DISCOVER
From 8am to 1pm, however, to secure parking, visit early in the morning. By 10am, the town’s perimeter parking lots are often at full capacity.
: WHY YOU SHOULD GO
To discover one of the largest Provençal markets, spanning the entire historic center with a wide variety of fresh produce, crafts, soaps, lavender goods and more.
Antiques, linens and the Venice of Provence.
: WHEN TO VISIT
Every Sunday.
: BEST TIME TO DISCOVER
From 7am to 1pm, however, to secure parking, visit early in the morning.
: WHY YOU SHOULD GO
To experience a grand open-air market set within a town centre and surrounded by the Sorgue river, while discovering its vibrant mix of food stalls, local produce, antiques and vintage finds.
Discover the Guide
The weekly markets bring a rhythmic pulse to the region’s most charismatic villages.
Learn more about these and many other French markets with the 7-day Provence Digital Travel Guide, complete with day-by-day itineraries, suggested locations to stay, eat and discover, as well as, 40+ location pins and essential travel tips to consider before your upcoming visit.