Weekly Provençal Market in Eygalières
Visit the Eygalières market every Friday morning from 8 AM to 1 PM on Rue de la République for fresh local products.
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💡 Tips
- Do a self-guided walking tour of the village fountains; there are numerous historical ones scattered around.
- For the best views of the Alpilles, take a hike early in the day to avoid the intense afternoon sun.
- Try to visit the local olive oil mills just outside the village during the harvest season in late autumn.
- Parking in the village center can be tight; look for spaces near the municipal stadium or the edges of town.
- Look out for the typical provençal bull running events (abrivado) during local summer festivals.
🍽 Food
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AOP Vallée des Baux-de-Provence Olive Oil
Taste and buy it directly from the local mills and estates surrounding the village.
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Tapenade and Fougasse
Great for a picnic; grab them at a traditional bakery on the main street.
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Provençal Lamb
Enjoy it roasted with local herbs at a traditional restaurant near the main square.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
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Tuesday Morning Market
Head to the Place de la Mairie to find local fruits, vegetables, and Provençal fabrics.
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Local Olive Oil Mills
The best place to buy authentic extra virgin olive oil and olive-wood crafts.
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Sentier de l'Eau
A peaceful walking path tracing the old water channels that supply the village fountains.
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Château de la Reine Jeanne ruins
Take the short climb for a quiet panoramic view over the rooftops and the Crau plain.
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Resting at the southeastern foothills of the Alpilles mountain range, Eyguières is a quintessential Provençal village rich in Roman and medieval history. The town is most famous for its abundance of water sources, feeding numerous historical stone fountains scattered across its pleasant squares. Just a few kilometers outside the center, visitors can find the dramatic ruins of the Castellas de Roquemartine, a 12th-century fortress perched on a rocky crag, surrounded by ancient olive groves that produce the highly regarded Vallée des Baux-de-Provence AOC olive oil. Above the village rises the Tour d'Opies, the highest peak in the Alpilles at 498 meters, presenting a rugged but rewarding hike that gives sweeping 360-degree views from the Camargue to the Luberon. The town’s streets feature traditional 18th-century bourgeois houses and the notable Notre-Dame-de-Grâce church. Eyguières lacks the heavy tourist crowds of neighboring Les Baux-de-Provence, offering an authentic agricultural atmosphere where local bull-running traditions (course camarguaise) are still celebrated in the summer months.
- Location: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
- Top sights: Église de Roquemartine · Villa gallo-romaine de Saint-Pierre de Vence · Chapelle Saint-Vérédème
- Nearby: Sénas (7 km)
- Population: ~7.262
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug, Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 8 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 21 | 17 | 12 | 8 |
| Rain mm | 45 | 35 | 38 | 47 | 43 | 28 | 16 | 21 | 54 | 73 | 87 | 45 |
Geography
Facts
- Elevation: 64 to 496 m
- Area: 68.75 km²
- Part of the Alpilles Natural Park
- Production: AOP Olive Oil
- Number of fountains: over 10 historic
- Distance to Salon-de-Provence: 9 km
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Eyguières located?
At the foot of the Alpilles mountain range in Provence, northwest of Salon-de-Provence.
Why is it called the town of fountains?
The town has numerous historical fountains in its old center, fed by local springs.
Can you go hiking nearby?
Yes, Mont Menu provides great hiking trails with views over the Crau plain and the Alpilles.
Are there typical products?
Eyguières is known for its high-quality olive oil and traditional Provençal herbs.
Which attraction is special?
The ruins of the 12th-century Roquemartine castle are picturesquely situated on a rock nearby.
Eyguières: where is it located?
Eyguières is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
Eyguières: what is there to see?
Highlights include Église de Roquemartine, Villa gallo-romaine de Saint-Pierre de Vence, Chapelle Saint-Vérédème.
Eyguières: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug, Sep.
Eyguières: why is it worth visiting?
Resting at the southeastern foothills of the Alpilles mountain range, Eyguières is a quintessential Provençal village rich in Roman and medieval history.
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