Green tourism in Aubagne

Choose green tourism in Aubagne for your next vacation in the Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. Popular with travel enthusiasts for some years now, green tourism is a great way to recharge your batteries in an authentic setting. Located in the Bouches-du-Rhône region, between Toulon and Marseille, Aubagne is ideal for your eco-tourism break.

The Garlaban massif

A trip to Aubagne, in the Bouches-du-Rhône region, wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the exceptional Garlaban massif. This site dates back to the Mesozoic era and was once exploited for its mineral resources. An exceptional landscape with Provence’s secrets, it’s home to a large number of rare plants, perfect for an ecotourism trip. You can discover many of Provence’s characteristic trees (pine, broom, pistachio, sumac, oak, etc.). You can also take advantage of your special green tourism trip to Aubagne to go hiking and enjoy the 360° view from the heights of the massif.

It’s inconceivable to talk about the Garlaban massif without mentioning the illustrious playwright Marcel Pagnol. The author of “La Gloire de mon père” drank in the atmosphere of this site, so much so that certain important places were named after his work (Puits de Raimu, Ferme d’Angèle, Col d’Aubagne). You’d be forgiven for thinking that he wrote the first chapters of Château de ma mère while drinking blackcurrant in the shade of a pine tree.

The town of Aubagne

Far from being a large city like Marseille, Aubagne is particularly well-suited to eco-tourism, thanks to its exceptional historical and architectural heritage. The Tour de l’Horloge is one of them, with its architecture bordering on the exceptional. There’s also theparish church of Saint-Sauveur, with a beauty worthy of the house of God. Green tourism in Aubagne also includes the Pénitents chapels and private mansions with welcoming rooms.

Marcel Pagnol is also an emblematic figure in the town of Aubagne. In fact, a visit to Marcel Pagnol’s birthplace is one of the town’s must-do activities. Each of the house’s rooms has been transformed into a museum. To find out more about one of France’s greatest playwrights, visit the “Petit Monde de Marcel Pagnol” museum. Check with the local tourist office to make sure you don’t miss a thing on your ecotourism trip. You can also hire a guide through a travel agency.

Earthen art

Aubagne can be considered the center of ceramics in France. Clay has been worked in the region since the 15th century. In other words, Aubagne’s expertise in earthenware is on a par with that of pétanque in Marseille. Today, this heritage is still passed on, and many of the activities to be enjoyed during a stay in this town include discovering the history of clay in Aubagne. A visit to one of the region’s clay craftsmen’s cottages is a must on your green tourism trip to Aubagne. The tourist office can also advise you on which artisans to contact on your vacation, and recommend the services of a tour guide.

With its exceptional landscape and rich historical and cultural heritage, Aubagne is THE destination for your ecotourism trips. Rent a rental at Camping près de Marseille, our 3-star establishment in Aubagne. Swimming pool with nature views, restaurant, fully-equipped rooms, secure parking, etc. We have everything you need to make your vacation in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur unforgettable. Like a travel agency, we can advise you on what to do around Aubagne and organize some of your outings.