Life in the Luberon: why we love this region
The Luberon, differently
We love the Luberon and Provence.
For years now, we have been crossing its landscapes, breathing in its stone, and letting ourselves be carried by the gentle song of its nature.
Here, the wind carries the warmth of the sun with hints of lavender.
Why do we love our region so much?
Because it is best discovered by living in it.
And it is no coincidence that we are a concierge service.
This way of life lies at the heart of our approach
To truly understand, appreciate and feel the pulse of Provence, you must not only discover it, but also take it in.
Provence has always drawn people in, and the Luberon captivates those seeking an authentic Provence, far from clichés and overcrowded places.
Its calm, its light, its seasons…
So many reasons to love it, and just as many postcard moments to illustrate it.
But beyond these images lies its true nature, one that must be experienced, for this is a sensitive land.
Deeply connected to its Provençal roots, La Conciergerie Pirotte draws inspiration from the region every day.
Living the Luberon through the seasons
The Luberon’s warm climate plays a major role in its reputation.
How could you not smile at the thought of sunshine shining for nearly 300 days a year, creating beautiful shoulder seasons?
How could you not be touched by its gentle winters (averaging around 10°C)?
How could you not be charmed by Provence’s beautiful seasons, bathed in almost constant sunlight?
The seasons are accompanied by a vibrant light that paints postcard-perfect scenes.
And even when Provence is swept by the Mistral, making the wind sing through its landscapes, we must admit that very few people remain untouched by the beauty of this region.
The south’s aridity has its own charm, but it must be discovered from within.
It is a rhythm, a way of life that takes shape over time, and is also understood through closeness with its people.
It can be found in conversations, in the stories that are shared.
This land is shaped by its local atmosphere, and this is very often what the property owners we work with value most.
“Gordes, Bonnieux, Oppède…” Villages full of life
Unlike other regions more focused on their major cities, the Luberon also lives through its villages, markets and natural landscapes, which shape everyday life to the rhythm of the seasons.
In the heart of the Vaucluse, villages have remained true places of life, especially during the shoulder seasons.
You can still buy bread, wine or cheese locally, depending on the village and the time of year.
People meet, exchange and naturally return.
Just think of well-known villages such as Gordes, Bonnieux and Lacoste, facing one another from hill to hill, Oppède-le-Vieux, Ménerbes, Ansouis or Lourmarin, which are still today genuine places of connection and local life.
This authenticity matters deeply to us at La Conciergerie Pirotte.
It sets the tone for the region and for the way we work.
Of course, tourists appreciate it too, but many property owners also enjoy coming here outside peak holiday seasons to recharge and breathe.
Because here, the landscapes never lose their singular character, even as the colours of the sky begin to change.
It is often during the shoulder seasons that the villages of the Luberon reveal themselves most fully: calmer, truer, more faithful to who they really are.
There is a very special charm to these quieter months, even when autumn arrives and winter cools the sunlit village squares.
Artisans and producers, a land of craftsmanship
Provence is not only beautiful, it also knows how to do things well.
We are fortunate to live in a region where craftsmanship continues to be passed down through skilled hands.
Stone masons who keep enhancing our Provençal homes, carpenters, winemakers, market gardeners, olive oil producers…
This is a region that values craftsmanship and its producers.
We are lucky to have this.
For these reasons, our concierge service values working with local artisans.
We aim to meet both the expectations and local needs of property owners, and we take the time to advise you, here and through our ongoing conversations.
Luberon gastronomy: markets, wines, olive oils and local tables
It is clear that we cannot speak of the region’s many pleasures without mentioning its local gastronomy and its many institutions (restaurants, delicatessens, markets…).
In the Luberon, life is found as much in our restaurants as in our baskets.
It is hard to remain indifferent to the vibrant energy of the markets, true weekly gatherings.
Olive oil, melons, goat’s and sheep’s cheese, wines…
Let us not be shy about sharing Mediterranean cuisine.
From Gordes to Ménerbes, from Roussillon to Bonnieux, each village has its own rhythm, its scents, its sun-warmed stones and its market that sets the pace of the week.
Grabbing a few products straight from the market becomes almost a contemplative art.
La Conciergerie Pirotte will be happy to share its favourite addresses to satisfy your culinary appetites.
And if you wish, we can also arrange for a private chef or local producers to enhance your stay through bespoke culinary experiences, right in the heart of your property.
Luberon landscapes: between hills, garrigue and silence
In the Luberon, what perhaps leaves the strongest impression is its tranquillity.
These gentle hills shaping landscapes dotted with oak trees and cypresses… these hidden water spots where one loves to gather in search of coolness and silence.
From the Luberon massif to the Bories, via the Régalon Gorges, this is a region that invites listening and brings calm.
A region to be learned, to be discovered in all its authenticity.
We spoke earlier of contemplation, and we believe this too is a local art, blending beautifully with the rhythmic song of cicadas.
It is a land to be savoured slowly, to be tasted, and embodied through a certain way of being.
Living the Luberon, not just visiting
Why does La Conciergerie Pirotte love its region so much? For all of this.
For its landscapes as much as for its quality of life.
For its authenticity and its art of living.
For its sublime light that shapes each season.
It is a beautiful region.
One that invites you to discover, slow down and observe, for those who take the time.
Here, balance comes naturally.
Its proximity to Avignon, Aix or Marseille allows for both energy and movement, while remaining a human-scale land.
This is not a region you simply pass through and leave behind, but one that is meant to be lived.
And it is through our profession and our daily commitment that we support the growth of our territory.
A region of character, discreet and authentic
As you may have guessed, behind these few words lies great respect and deep love for our region.
For us, the Luberon is not simply a backdrop.
It is a place to be lived in, rooted in a Provençal way of life shaped by character.
There are landscapes you look at.
And others you truly inhabit.
At La Conciergerie Pirotte, we humbly place ourselves within this continuity.
Our role is to help preserve the beauty of local heritage.
That is the very meaning of our profession.
We are fortunate to share our commitment through our expertise.
We care with great dedication, quietly and discreetly.
And that is likely why we are entrusted with the keys.
Do you love this region as much as we do?
Entrust us with your home, we will look after it with care.