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Lavender tour Provence: Stay at La Mirande, 5-star luxury hotel in the south of France

  • 21/08/2024
  • Tourism

Lavender tour provence: Stay at La Mirande, 5-star luxury hotel in the south of France   La Mirande, an elegant setting for exploring the Lavender Route La Mirande is ideally located for discovering Provence’s lavender fields, hilltop villages and Provencal markets, where you can breathe in the soul of the region. Just an hour’s drive away, you can reach the famous Plateau de Valensole, where the vast expanses of lavender offer a breathtaking spectacle, especially in July when the flowers are in full bloom. The Luberon, with its fields dotted between vineyards and olive groves, is also within easy reach, offering dreamy panoramas and hiking trails amidst unspoilt nature.   Where can you admire the lavender fields? A veritable showcase of natural beauty, these purple expanses stretch across the varied landscapes of Provence, from the Drôme Provençale to the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence.   Northwards of La MirandeThe Plateau d’Albion: located in Haute-Provence, between Mont Ventoux, the Montagne de Lure and the Luberon.The village of Sault stands on a rocky spur at an altitude of 760 metres, surrounded by lavender fields as far as the eye can see. We recommend you take one of the many walking or cycling tours, meet the local producers, visit the farms or the pretty village shops. The lavender festival is held every year on 15 August in Sault.The Drôme ProvençaleLavender fields are often surrounded by wooded hills and old stone farmhouses, offering a more intimate, less touristy setting. A visit to the medieval village of Grignan and its château, where the Countess de Sévigné lived, is a must see.   Eastwards of La MirandeThe plateau of Claparèdes in the LuberonAnother great place to see lavender in flower is in the hilltop villages of the Luberon, such as Gordes and Roussillon. These lavender fields are located on magnificent country roads that wind between the various hilltop villages of Provence. The Plateau de Valensole: located in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, this plateau is one of the most emblematic places to admire lavender fields. A remarkable site between the Luberon and Verdon, truffles, honey, olives, almonds and lavender follow the rhythm of the seasons. The Angelvin family welcomes you to discover the lavender tradition through a presentation of their farm and a visit to their distillery.   Lavender season Lavender generally flowers in Provence between mid-to-late June and early August, with the best period being around mid-July. It is during these few weeks that the fields reach their peak of beauty. Many festivals and markets are then held to celebrate lavender, such as the Lavender Festival in Valensole, where you can watch distillation demonstrations, sample local products and even take part in workshops. Lavender is harvested around 15 July on the plateau of Valensole , and later in the Luberon and Drôme regions further north, until mid-August around Sault.   Lavender tour in Provence and an unforgettable stay A stay at La Mirande is a unique experience where history, culture and luxury come together to offer a timeless interlude. Whether you’re a lavender enthusiast, a food lover or simply looking for an exceptional place to relax, La Mirande is ideal to discover Provence at its best.

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TEST NE PAS DIFFUSER Summer at La Mirande – Avignon (Provence – France)

  • 09/07/2024
  • Uncategorized

Summer at La Mirande in Avignon – Provence Dear Travel Agents and Partners, Summer has arrived at La Mirande and our outdoor spaces are ready to welcome your clients.  Let them be tempted by lunch or dinner at the bistro La Salle à Manger, at the gourmet restaurant, or by a drink or an ice cream in the shadow of the Popes’ Palace. Provence is bursting with festivals throughout the summer, starting with the Avignon Festival, which begins earlier this year because of the Olympic Games. The perfect occasion to come and stay at La Mirande…HOTEL *****  2 Michelin-key distinction Private home, with the spirit of 18th century L’Art de vivre à la française 26 refined rooms, each of them dressed with its own printed canvas and offering a magical view over the Popes’ Palace.   RESTAURANTS Upstairs Gourmet restaurant Michelin-starred Chef Florent Pietravalle since 2019  Green Star distinction (sustainable approach to gastronomy) from the Michelin Guide since 2021 Open from Thursday to Sunday for lunch and dinner from 12.00pm to 1.15pm and from 7.30pm to 9.15pm Outdoor: on the terrace at the foot of the Popes’ Palace Indoor: in the Cardinal dining room Private room Napoléon III for groups from 8 to 16 people 2-course menu (beverage excluded) – 95€ per person Only for lunch on Thursday and Friday  3-course menu (beverage excluded) – 155€ per person  4-course menu (beverage excluded) – 195€ per person Bistro restaurant La Salle à Manger Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner from 12.30pm to 2pm and from 7.30pm to 10pm Outdoor: on the terrace nestled at the foot of the Popes’ Palace Indoor: in the Louis XV salon A la carte (Starter from 17€ – Main course from 25€ – Dessert from 9€) Downstairs La Table Haute Chef Thomas Longuesserre  Open from Tuesday to Saturday for dinner at 8pm  (except July) In the friendly atmosphere of the old kitchen, equipped with a wood-burning stove back from the 1860, the chef prepares in front of the guests, a 3 course-menu back from the market. From 120€ per person (3-course menu, water, wine and coffee included) Table to be shared Privatization up to 12 persons (10 minimum) – 130€ per person Le Mirage  (July)  Le Mirage tavern is offering a simple, tasty menu. The open kitchen offers a view of the team working around the wood-fired oven, cooking dishes using fresh, local produce. Dishes from 9-24€ / Desserts 10€ LE MARMITON – Cooking School since 1994 Open all year around (except July & August) according to our annual program Cooking & pastry classes with renowned chefs of Provence in the old kitchen installed in the medieval part of La Mirande. From 140€ per person (water, wine and coffee included) Exclusive cooking class (10 people minimum – 12 people maximum) 155€ per person (water, wine and coffee included) Wine Tasting To be combined with a cooking class or can stand alone to explore a wine region or a particular domain in the presence of the winemaker. Tasting (10 people minimum) – from 35€ per person   AVIGNON & PROVENCE Travel diary… Lavender field – The aqueduc Pont du Gard – The arena of Arles Popes’ Palace of Avignon – Vineyards – Village of Gordes Avignon – Known for its cultural richness, its Provençal specialties, its episcopal complex with the Popes’ Palace, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Le Pont d’Avignon.To the West – Great sites of exception with the aqueduc Pont du Gard, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Uzès, the Roman city of Nîmes. To the East – L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, renowned town for its antique shops, the Luberon and its most beautiful villages of France (Gordes, Roussillon, Lourmarin) and many others… To the South – The beauty of the Alpilles and its famous villages (Les Baux-de-Provence, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence), the Roman city of Arles on the tracks of Van Gogh and the wild Camargue with the emblematic village of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. A bit further, the cities of Aix-en-Provence and Marseille; not to mention the beautiful sites of Cassis’ Coves. To the North – Wine trail in Provence with the renown Châteauneuf-du-Pape and so many other vineyards like Gigondas, Beaumes-de-Venise and Vacqueyras…  The city of Orange with its antique theatre as well as the splendor of the Mont Ventoux surrounded by its picturesque villages.Provence is also:Olive oil, Provençal markets, perched villages and lavender fields as far as the eye can see. The land of Van Gogh, Chagall and Paul Cézanne; painters who fell in love with the natural beauty of the region, its rich heritage and its vivid colors from which they drew their inspiration.  FESTIVITIES AROUND LA MIRANDE Summer program Avignon in July: theatre at its best! Festival IN – 78th edition from June 29th to July 21st Festival OFF – 58th edition from July 3rd to 21st “A la vie, à l’amor” – Art in the city, poetics of revolt  (1985-2022) From June 27th 2024 to January 5th 2025 at the Popes’ Palace, Miss.Tic’s first posthumous monograph. A pioneer of French urban art, she is above all a poetess in the city. Chorégies d’Orange  From June 14th to July 22nd International opera and classical music festival founded in 1869. In 2024, the opera world will commemorate the centenary of the death  of Giacomo Puccini. To celebrate the composer, Tosca will return to the Théâtre Antique. Les Rencontres d’Arles  From July 1st to September 29th A great opportunity to (re)discover Arles and its photography festival the biggest of its kind in France. Around forty exhibitions featuring works by the most renown photographers can be discovered throughout the Roman city. La Roque d’Anthéron International Piano Festival From July 20th to August 20th 44th edition for this festival which, since its creation in 1981, has never ceased to develop, earning the love and loyalty of its public for afternoons and evenings of open-air music. Lavender & Provence The first lavenders are beginning to adorn and brighten up the landscape. From mid-June to mid-August, make the most of a stay at La Mirande to discover these marvellous fields of purple horizon. Lavender Festival Tuesday, August 15th Sault en Provence The biggest lavender festival in the world brings together, thousands of lovers of the flower in a unique and festive atmosphere. TRAVEL AGENTS & PARTNERS  GDS Codes Amadeus: FGAVNMIR Sabre: FG391236 Apollo/Galileo: FGG4493 Worldspan: FGMIRAN Pegasus: FGMIRANDE Commission payments are guaranteed by Onyx (payment by 30 days). CONTACT Lina Ounir Sales & Marketing Coordinator Tel : +33 (0) 4 90 14 20 20 – lounir@la-mirande.fr We look forward to welcoming your clients in Provence soon. Sincerely, Caroline Stein and the team of La Mirande

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Festival d’Avignon – La Mirande, 5 star hotel in Provence

  • 21/05/2024
  • Culture

Festival d’Avignon – Stay at La Mirande, 5 star hotel in Provence La Mirande – A jewel in the heart of the Avignon Festival Boasting an exceptional location at the foot of the Popes’ Palace, La Mirande, 5 star hotel in Provence, is ideal for making the most of the Avignon Festival. The Festival d’Avignon, created in 1947 by Jean Vilar, is a major cultural event and the world’s biggest theater and performing arts event, in terms of the number of productions and spectators it attracts. Every July, Avignon becomes a theater-city, transforming its architectural heritage into a variety of majestic and astonishing performance venues, welcoming tens of thousands of theater lovers of all generations. The Festival successfully combines a popular audience with international creation. Avignon is also a spirit: the city is an open-air forum, where festival-goers talk about the shows and share their experiences as spectators. For a whole month, everyone has access to contemporary, lively culture. In all, over 1,600 shows take place every day, including the Festival In and Off programs.Programming and artistic diversity Renowned for its diversity and audacity, each year contemporary works rub shoulders with revisited classics, offering a rich and varied panorama of current artistic creation. The shows tackle a wide range of themes, from social and political reflection to the exploration of human emotions. Guest artists hail from the four corners of the globe, making the festival a veritable melting pot of cultures and styles. A privileged location Nestled in the heart of Avignon’s historic center, La Mirande, 5 star hotel in Provence, is just a few steps from the Cour d’Honneur of the Pope’s Palace, the epicenter of the festival. This proximity makes it easy to enjoy the shows on foot and stroll through Avignon’s picturesque streets. A refined, historic setting Recognized as one of the finest 5 star hotels in Provence, La Mirande, with its walls steeped in history, is much more than just a place to stay. This 14th-century mansion has retained its old-world charm while offering modern comforts. Elegantly decorated rooms, with period furniture and precious fabrics, immerse visitors in an authentic, refined atmosphere. The lounges, gardens and inner courtyard offer peaceful spaces in which to relax between shows over a drink or an ice cream. A unique culinary experience In July, the luxury hotel in Provence, La Mirande, offers a multi-faceted culinary experience with its Michelin-starred Restaurant, La Salle à Manger, a bistro open 7 days a week, and Le Mirage, in the medieval remains of the Saint Martial livery, a convivial tavern with a simple, tasty menu. Concierge service The staff at La Mirande offer an attentive concierge service for every guest. Whether it’s arranging tickets for shows, recommending tours or restaurants, or responding to specific requests. A festive atmosphere Staying at La Mirande during the Avignon Festival also means soaking up the festive atmosphere throughout the city. The hotel becomes a meeting point for artists, spectators and theater enthusiasts. Lively discussions and cultural exchanges are frequent, making La Mirande a lively and dynamic place, at the heart of the festival’s artistic effervescence. Conceptual artists such as Sophie Calle and Johnny Lebigot have also performed and exhibited their work at La Mirande. The Festival d’Avignon remains a fixture on the international cultural calendar. Whether it’s the magic of performances in venues steeped in history, or the vibrancy of the streets of Avignon, the festival offers a unique, unforgettable experience. Come to La Mirande for a stay, lunch, dinner, a drink or a scoop of ice cream, and enjoy a timeless break in the shadow of the majestic Popes’ Palace. Get your shows ready! Festival In Festival Off

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Provence Wine Tours – Gastronomic and wine stays

  • 03/04/2024
  • Wine & Gastronomy

Provence wine tours An exceptional wine and gastronomic stop – Avignon – Capital of the Côtes du Rhône La Mirande is located in the heart of Avignon, an ideal base for discovering the city’s exceptional wine-growing heritage. A stopover at La Mirande means starting your journey with the exquisite, inventive cuisine of our Michelin-starred Chef Florent Pietravalle, accompanied by a wine from our “Top 100 wine lists” of French restaurants, organised by Terre de Vins, and staying in one of the refined rooms with a view of the Pope’s Palace. A good start for Provence Wine Tours! Just 25 minutes north of La Mirande, discover Châteauneuf du Pape and its world-famous vineyards, not forgetting famous appellations such as Cairanne, Vacqueyras, Gigondas, Beaumes de Venise, Ventoux, Luberon… Our concierge team will be delighted to help you organise a visit to some of the finest estates.Further south, several wine routes can be chosen: The Aix-en-Provence wine route The Coteaux d’Aix en Provence covers 4,200 hectares of vines and produces mainly rosés. A minority of winegrowers produce white and red wines. The appellation comprises 79 cellars, producing 85% rosés, 9% reds and 6% whites. Many beautiful villages can be visited in tandem with the wine tours: Aix-en-Provence, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence… not forgetting Montagne Sainte-Victoire, with its breathtaking panoramic views. Not to forget, the Alpilles region, which has inspired so many artists (Cézanne, Daudet, Van Gogh…) with its natural site, the village of Baux-de-Provence, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, and very nice wines as well. Bandol wine route Situated between Toulon and Marseille, this appellation produces mainly rosés and reds. The region is superb, starting with the town of Bandol and its beaches and Calanques. We also recommend a visit to the medieval hilltop village of La Cadière d’Azur, which overlooks the vineyards. This renowned appellation boasts some superb estates and winemakers. Coteaux Varois en Provence With an average of 300 days of sunshine a year, this young appellation produces 94% rosé, 3% red and 3% rosé. The rosés are very popular because they are light, fruity and full of body. The vineyards of Provence stretch between the Mediterranean and the Alps, and are spread over 3 departments in the south of France (Var, Bouches-du-Rhône and a small village in Alpes-Maritimes). Thanks to its Mediterranean climate, the Provence Alpes Côte d’Azur region offers some exceptional wines, divided into 3 categories:Côtes du Rhône Provence wines Independent appellations (Bandol, Les Baux de Provence, Belle, Cassis, Pierrevert and Palette)  The Provence wine route includes no fewer than 8 appellations and several routes. Of these, 3 major appellations (96% of the volume of appellation wines produced in Provence) are world-famous and have their own dedicated wine route.Côtes de Provence and the terroir denominations Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire, Côtes de Provence Fréjus and Côtes de Provence La Londe Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence Coteaux Varois en Provence  Taking the Provence wine route means discovering a wealth of terroir, a range of limpid, fruity and generous rosés and fabulously powerful reds, as well as passing through typical villages and prestigious wine-growing estates.   We hope you enjoy your stay in Provence! Tel : +33 (0) 4 90 14 20 20 – mirande@la-mirande.fr

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Luxury Hotel in Provence – Stays and events in Avignon

  • 03/04/2024
  • Business Tourism & Events

Stays and events in the heart of Avignon – Luxury hotel in Provence All year round, La Mirande, 5-star boutique property, welcomes your business of individuel clients for bespoke experiences in the shadow of the Popes’ Palace. The confidentiality and elegance of La Mirande, luxury hotel in Provence, promise unique and timeless gastronomic, romantic and cultural moments. What better way to discover the beauty and richness of Provence than to set down your bags in a town listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?…La Mirande: luxury hotel in Provence for your celebrations, meetings, executive committees, seminars and events The 26 rooms at La Mirande, luxury hotel in Provence, are an invitation to travel…  Each of them is dressed with its own printed canvas and offering a magical view over the Popes’ Palace. Gourmet Restaurant – Michelin-starred Chef Florent Pietravalle Since its arrival at La Mirande, luxury hotel in Provence in 2016, Florent Pietravalle has been awarded by many distinctions, amongst them a Green Star distinction (sustainable approach to gastronomy) from the Michelin Guide since 2021 Lunches and dinners are served in the Cardinal dining room, in the Salon in the garden ta the on the terrace at the foot of the Popes’ Palace. Private room Napoleon III for groups from 8 to 16 people2-course menu – 95 € (only for lunch on Thursday and Friday) 3-course menu – 155 € par personne 4-course menu – 195 € par personneOpen from Thursday to Sunday, for lunch and dinner  *Menus excluding drinks Bistro Restaurant – La Salle à Manger Alternative Bistro, open 7 days a week. Lunches and dinners are served in the salon Louis XV on the terrace nestled at the foot of the Popes’ PalaceA la carte (starter from 17€ – Main course from 25€ – Dessert from 9€) Groups – from 105€ per person (3-course menu, water, wine and coffee)Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner La Table Haute – Table to be shared In the friendly atmosphere of the old kitchen, the chef of the Table Haute cooks a 3-course menu back from the market in front of the guests, on a wood-burning stove back from the 1860, Open Tuesday to Saturday for dinner (except July and August) – (also lunchtime for private parties) Privatization up to 12 persons (10 minimum) – 130€ per person  (3-course menu, water, wine and coffee included) Le Marmiton – Cooking school Cooking school since 1994 Cooking & pastry classes are hosted by renowned chefs of Provence in the old kitchen installed in the medieval part of La Mirande according to our annual programme. From 135€ per person (water, wine and coffee included)  Exclusive cooking class (10 people minimum – 12 people maximum) – 150€ per person (water, wine and coffee included) Open all year around (except July & August) Wine Tasting To be combined with a cooking class or can stand alone to explore a wine region or a particular domain in the presence of the winemaker.Tasting (10 people minimum) – from 35€ per personAvignon & Provence – Travel diary Avignon – Known for its cultural richness, its Provençal specialties, its episcopal complex with the Popes’ Palace, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Le Pont d’Avignon. West – Great sites of exception with the aqueduc Pont du Gard, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Uzès, the Roman city of Nîmes. East – L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, renowned town for its antique shops, the Luberon and its most beautiful villages of France (Gordes, Roussillon, Lourmarin) and many others… South – The beauty of the Alpilles and its famous villages (Les Baux-de-Provence, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence), the Roman city of Arles on the tracks of Van Gogh and the wild Camargue with the emblematic village of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. A bit further, the cities of Aix-en-Provence and Marseille; not to mention the beautiful sites of Cassis’ Coves. North – Wine trail in Provence with the renowned Châteauneuf-du-Pape and so many other vineyards like Gigondas, Beaumes-de-Venise and Vacqueyras…  The city of Orange with its antique theatre as well as the splendor of the Mont Ventoux surrounded by its picturesque villages.   Provence is also:Olive oil, Provençal markets, perched villages and lavender fields as far as the eye can see.The land of Van Gogh, Chagall and Paul Cézanne; painters who fell in love with the natural beauty of the region, its rich heritage and its vivid colors from which they drew their inspiration.  La Mirande – Luxury Hotel in Provence Tel : +33 (0) 4 90 14 20 20 – mirande@la-mirande.fr