The timeless charm of Simiane-la-Rotonde
A typical Provencal village with a medieval soul…
Follow the quaint old paved streets to the village’s centrepiece – the medieval castle keep that brought Simiane-la-Rotonde to fame. A major milestone in the village’s rich history, the castle is also one of the oldest of its kind built in Provence in the Middle Ages. Its cone-shaped keep is actually the oldest element of the construction and was erected well before the rest of the foundations. Today, it stands guard over the village and offers a landmark visible from afar, together with a gorgeous setting for exhibitions, contemporary artwork and even an ancient music festival… Climb to the top to make the most of the pretty terrace and awe-inspiring vistas over the village rooftops, lavender fields and Alpinepeaks etched against the horizon.
