Holiday homes in Apt

🌿 Apt, a historic market town in the heart of the Luberon

🏛️ History and culture

Apt is one of the oldest towns in the Luberon. In Roman times it was known as Apta Julia and was an important stop on the trade route between Italy and Spain.

Today you can still feel that history in the centre, with its narrow streets, squares and old town walls.

Sights in town:

• ⛪ Cathédrale Sainte-Anne d'Apt: an impressive cathedral with Roman foundations and a remarkable crypt.
• 🏺 Archaeological remains from the Roman period.
• 🧺 The famous Saturday market, one of the oldest and most beautiful in Provence.
• 🍬 Apt is known as the capital of candied fruit in France.

Apt is not a "showcase village" but a real Provençal town with genuine local life.

👨‍👩‍👧 Fun with children

Apt and the surrounding area are surprisingly child-friendly:

🌊 Plan d'eau de la Riaille

🚗 about 5 minutes
A recreational lake with a swimming area, beach, playground and picnic spots. Ideal for a relaxed afternoon.

🚴 Voie Verte du Calavon

A safe cycle route along an old railway line, perfect for families.

🎨 Colorado Provençal

🚗 about 15 minutes
One of the best outings with children: red and orange ochre cliffs, footpaths and an almost "Wild West" landscape. Truly impressive and fun.

🚗 Lovely villages and day trips nearby

🚗 Roussillon: about 10 km (15 min)
Famous for its ochre-red houses and colourful streets.

🚗 Gordes: about 20 km (30 min)
Spectacular hilltop village with panoramic views.

🚗 Saignon: about 5 km (10 min)
Small, charming village with beautiful views over the Apt valley.

🚗 Bonnieux: about 15 km (20 min)
Authentic village with lovely walks and vineyards.

🚗 Rustrel: about 10 km (15 min)
Starting point for the Colorado Provençal.