Roussillon

Overview of Roussillon

Surrounded by ochre cliffs and quarries, Roussillon is one of the "most beautiful villages in France". It boasts a rich architectural heritage, making it a major tourist destination in the Luberon.

Key Facts

• Type de lieu: village.

• Intérêt touristique: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Localisation: in the south of Vaucluse, specifically in the Luberon Regional Nature Park.

• Distances:

• Heure locale: Heure : Roussillon.

• Population: 1,317 inhabitants (2016).

• Superficie: 29.77 km²

• Altitude: from 159 to 366 m.

• Site internet: http://roussillon-en-provence.fr

History of Roussillon

What to See and Do in Roussillon

The second most visited locality in the Luberon, Roussillon is labeled a "Plus Beau Village de France". Perched beautifully on its hill, it also features a rich architectural heritage, including charming 17th- and 18th-century houses.

In the Surrounding Area

Luberon Regional Nature Park ★★★
À cheval sur deux départements, le petit massif montagneux du Luberon est un haut lieu touristique de la région. On peut y découvrir de jolis petits villages (dont Gordes) et y faire de belles randonnées.

Climate and Weather in Roussillon

Transportation

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Getting Around

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