Bonnieux
13 km south-west of Apt via the D3.
Discover Bonnieux, a superb hilltop village in the Luberon.
Before arriving in Bonnieux, whatever your route, the first thing you'll see in the distance is the top of the church steeple. At 425 metres, it dominates the sumptuous surrounding countryside and watches over this magnificent Luberon hilltop village.
Set on a cliffside above the valley, Bonnieux is one of the most beautiful villages in the Luberon. Its terracotta-roofed houses spread out over the hillside in a beautiful harmony of colors and shapes.
History of Bonnieux: a prosperous village
Some superb residences from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries will remind you that Bonnieux was a prosperous town when the Comtat Venaissin region belonged to the Popes. Several bishops chose Bonnieux as their place of residence.
So it's with delight and wonder that you'll stroll through the village streets and discover the architectural riches of Bonnieux's heritage.
An impressive panorama of the Monts du Vaucluse, Gordes and Roussillon
After climbing the 86 stone steps of the Vieille Eglise, you'll discover an immense and truly superb panorama of the Monts du Vaucluse, Mont Ventoux and the villages of Gordes and Roussillon, beneath century-old cedars. Like impressionist mosaics, you'll also admire the vast plains planted with vines, lavender, cereals and fruit trees.
Bakery museum, restaurants: a village for gourmets
Don't leave Bonnieux without a visit to the “Musée de la Boulangerie” (bakery museum), where you'll see a fine collection of loaves of bread and learn all about their history and manufacture. All this will certainly have whetted your appetite... Don't worry, Bonnieux has some excellent restaurants with charming terraces.
Our map of Bonnieux (postal code 84480)
To find your way around the pretty village of Bonnieux, you can use our interactive Bonnieux map on this page. We've included our accommodation recommendations so that you can locate them before booking your vacation in Bonnieux.
Our Bonnieux photos
At the bottom of this page you'll find a slideshow with photos of Bonnieux taken by our team. This will give you an idea of the beauty of this village and, we're sure, inspire you to visit and spend your vacation here.
Rent a bike in Bonnieux
A great place to rent a bike in Bonnieux:
A new way to discover the Luberon and the Alpilles, with 200 electrically-assisted bikes for hire by the day or for a holiday, in the villages of Bonnieux and St-Rémy de Provence. A new way to discover the Luberon and the Alpilles, with 200 electrically-assisted bikes available for hire for a day or a longer stay in the villages of Bonnieux and St-Rémy de Provence. The routes have been carefully designed to make it easier to discover the region's sights and attractions, using cycle tracks, paths and roads rather than the main roads.
What to see
13th century ramparts. 12th and 15th century church.
"New" church, 1870. Hotel de Rouville, 18th century (the townhall).
Boulangerie (bakery) Museum.
Cedar forest
Leisure activities
Friday morning market.
Hiking, horse-riding and mountain biking.
Electric bikes rentals by Sun E Bike with road book on carefully selected itineraries.
Tennis and petanque.
Hotels
Charming small domestic hotel with panoramic sight, in Bonnieux's village
Most of our chambers offer a panoramic view on Luberon. Air-conditioning
Restaurant
Prestigious 4 * hotel in a sumptuous landscaped park, 1 Michelin star gourmet restaurant. Rooms or suites with terrace, balcony or window overlooking the village or the park. 2 swimming pools. spa
Bed and breakfast
Charming bed and breakfast offering 5 large guest rooms or family suites
in a XVII c. old farmhouse built in dry stones - Magnificent infinity pool - Landscaped garden - Panoramic view - Quiet
4 spacious charming bed and breakfast in a beautiful bastide carefully renovated on a beautiful estate of 90 acres. Luxury bedding.
Swimming pool. Parking with reload for electric cars
Holiday rentals
5 Charming houses for 4 persons in a 4 ha property in the heart of Luberon
Swimming pool - Ping pong, badminton, terrain de boules, kids playground - Barbecue
Accomodations
Hotels-restaurants.
Bed and breakfast.
Holiday rentals.
Campsite.
YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT BONNIEUX
You have sent us many questions about Bonnieux. Here are our answers to the most frequently asked questions, to help our readers who may have the same questions.
Where to stay in Bonnieux?
There is a wide choice of accommodation in Bonnieux but as the village is one of the most popular in the Luberon, it is important to book in advance and the best accommodation goes quickly. Above you'll find our recommendations for hotels, B&Bs and holiday rentals in Bonnieux.
Where to eat?
If you can afford it, don't miss the Michelin-starred restaurant "La Bastide" at the Hôtel Capelongue, with its magnificent views over Bonnieux and the Luberon and its magical setting. We also like the less expensive "César" restaurant, which also has a beautiful view.
What to do in Bonnieux ?
First of all, stroll through the narrow streets of the village, which is breathtakingly beautiful. Admire the pretty Provencal farmhouses, the sublime views over the Luberon, the remains of the towers and ramparts - it's a beautiful walk. You can also visit the highly instructive Bakery Museum. Finally, for the more sporty types, we recommend hiring a bike from Sun e Bike or setting off on one of the many hiking trails that leave from the village.
Bonnieux or Lacoste? Which village to visit?
Bonnieux and Lacoste are two magnificent hilltop villages in the Luberon that are well worth a visit. If you don't have time to do both, then we'd recommend Bonnieux, which is a little bigger, with more shops and terraces and breathtaking views. Lacoste is definitely worth a visit if you have time to do both villages, which are quite different.
Where is Bonnieux?
Bonnieux is a hilltop village in the Luberon on the road between Lourmarin and Gordes, two other pearls of the Luberon. Bonnieux is part of the Vaucluse département and the Provence Alpes Côtes d'Azur region. The nearest town is Apt, 13 km away.