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The Église Saint-Martin in Ansouis is a 13th-century Romanesque church and a listed historic monument. It is located directly along the city walls and is part of a fortified complex with the neighboring château. Its striking feature is the bell gable with four round-arched openings above the triumphal arch. The interior consists of a vaulted hall with a transept and a rectangular apse. Particularly noteworthy are a gilded high altar, a five-part reredos in honor of Saint Elzéar and Blessed Delphine, and a baptismal font from 1672. The church was reinforced in the 16th century with stones from the old castle. For a time, it also served as the château's court. Its walls still show the remains of the original loopholes. Saint-Martin has been a filming location for films such as "Jean de Florette" and "Manon des Sources." It is open daily and is a testament to Provençal history and architecture.

An emblematic place in Cucuron, a lively village all year round, the Place de l'Étang and its two-hundred-year-old plane trees offer an ideal setting to stop for a refreshing drink in the shade or have lunch on a terrace. On market days, the atmosphere is typical of the region.

Superb castle of Lourmarin

André Estienne was born in Cadenet on October 13, 1777. During the Italian Wars, he was with General Bonaparte on the banks of the Alpone river in Arcole. On November 16, 1796, the French troops were blocked in front of the bridge of Arcole. With a small group of officers and soldiers, he blocked the river, bypassed the Austrian lines and beat his drum for the attack that contributed to Napoleon's victory. Napoleon awarded him his silver "drumsticks of honor" in 1801. In 1804, he was awarded the Legion of Honor. His portrait is engraved on the Arc de Triomphe and the Panthéon.

very beautiful and well-kept town.

enjoyed a cool bath after a long bike ride.

beautiful town with restored castle

Beautiful highlight of the bike tour.