The Olive Tree Ecomuseum
In the Luberon Regional Nature Park, near the village of Volx, the Olive Tree Ecomuseum is the only place in Provence dedicated to olive-growing culture.
- Free self-guided tour
- Reception in French and English
- Car and bus parking
- WC and Air Conditioning
Built in the early 20th century, the industrial building that now houses the Olive Tree Ecomuseum was originally a place where limestone was processed into quicklime. It was in Volx, in the Luberon, that the Territoire de Provence Group and Brémond fils set up a collection of objects linked to this mythical tree, gathered from around the Mediterranean. Thanks to an engaging exhibition design featuring videos and carefully selected objects, visitors discover the history, biology, and cultivation of the olive tree through the ages. Fun and interactive, the visit offers a fascinating immersion into the world of this legendary tree.
Because the olive tree is at the heart of Provençal cuisine, a Brémond fils delicatessen & tea room completes the visit.
The brand’s products are iconic: olive oils from Provence and the Mediterranean, vinegars and balsamics, truffle-based products, confectionery, infusions, biscuits, and artisanal ice creams.
A whole range of authentic Mediterranean know-how is offered for tasting.
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- Olive Tree Ecomuseum
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- Olive Tree Ecomuseum
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- Olive oil press
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- Olive grinding mill
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- Marseille soap with olive oil
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- Olive oil
RD13, former Forcalquier road – 04130 Volx – France
A Provençal escape.
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Pay what you want, from €2 per person.
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