Painting in the Bibemus quarries

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  • Dessin et peinture au coeur des carrières de Bibémus
  • Dessin et peinture au coeur des carrières de Bibémus
  • Dessin et peinture au coeur des carrières de Bibémus
  • Dessin et peinture au coeur des carrières de Bibémus
  • Dessin et peinture au coeur des carrières de Bibémus
  • Dessin et peinture au coeur des carrières de Bibémus
  • Dessin et peinture au coeur des carrières de Bibémus
  • Dessin et peinture au coeur des carrières de Bibémus
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Presentation

The Bibemus quarries is a remarkable site that Nature claimed back. The stone’s color from these old quarries gives its warmth to the town of Aix-en-Provence. The harmony among trees, rocks, colors and light is an invitation to contemplation and creation. On your walk, you will discover motifs which has inspired Cezanne and you will have the chance to paint and draw in this unique setting.

Thanks to an instruction adapted to all levels and publics, Pauline, a professional artist, offers courses in drawing and watercolor. After many years of experience, she will provide you with simple and intuitive tools to sharpen your vision and express what you see on paper. You can sign up for this course as many times as you want, practicing art in presence of nature offers endless learning opportunities. Basic material will be handed to you. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, we will be walking about 2 to 3 km.

 

WHEN DOES IT TAKE PLACE ?

  • On Fridays at 2:30 pm from January 23 to March 27, 2026
  • On Fridays at 3 pm from April 3 to July 24, 2026
  • On Fridays at 3 pm from August 28 to September 25, 2026
  • On Fridays at 2:30 pm from October 6 to November 20, 2026
  • The activity provider may open new dates - check availability
  • You are a group of 6-8 persons and want to book for a specific date ? Contact us : resaix@aixenprovencetourism.com
 

PRACTICAL INFORMATION :

  • Visit in English & French
  • Basic material will be handed to you (paper, gouache paint, pencils...)
  • Walking shoes advised - the activity includes a walk of 2-3km on path, with a slight gradient
  • 8 participants maximum
  • For over 5 yo
  • Duration : 3hrs
  • For persons with specific needs, please contact the tourist office before, for us to confirm you the possibility to adapt the activity to your needs.
  • You are free to bring any material needed for your comfort.
  • The visit may be canceled or postponed  due to extreme weather conditions (rain, strong wind, etc.).

Pets are forbidden.
 

ACCESS TO THE SITE :

  • Meeting 5 min before the activity, on Bibemus parking, (3080 chemin de Bibemus) in front of the main gate (GPS coord: 43.53115, 5.50058 ).
  • There is no regular public transport going to the site of Bibemus quarries - Own car / taxi  recommended.
  • Possibility to order on-demand bus : information and booking on https://www.aixenbus.fr/fr/NOL-Le-Bus-a-la-demande.html
  • IMPORTANT : As the on-demand bus option is not guaranteed, we recommend you to book the transport BEFORE purchasing the tickets for the activity - once purchased the activity is non modificable, non cancellable, non refundable.
  • In case of lateness, the guide may refuse you the access to the visit : no refunds would be possible.
 

RATES :

  • Adult : 55 €
  • Children from 5 to 16 yo : 38 €
 
CAUTION : This visit can be cancelled in case  of closure for forest fire prevention and when shuttle service is not operating : From June to September,  the Bibemus quarries site is subject to restrictive regulations.

Access to the daily schedule visiting the website there, (view Sainte-Victoire et Concors) from 6pm only.

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  • No pets allowed
    No pets allowed
  • Tested by our advisory team
    Tested by our advisory team
  • Available soon
    Available soon
  • From :
    • 55 €
  • Age :
    • From 5 ans
  • Included in the offer :
    • Equipment provided
  • Duration :
    • 3h
  • Visit language :
    • French
    • English
  • Time of day :
    • in the afternoon
  • Means of transport :
    • walking
  • Number of participants :
    • Guaranteed departure from 1 person
    • 8 participants maximum
  • Not included in the offer :
    • Personal expenses
  • Type of activity :
    • Creative workshop
    • Commented visit
  • To take with you :
    • Shoes, clothing suitable for the activity
    • Sunscreen
    • Water bottle
    • Hat or cap in summer
    • Warm clothing in winter (jacket, scarf, hat, etc.)
  • Other information :
    • Tested by our travel advisors
    • Pets are forbidden
  • Important information :
    • Subject to forest opening regulations (fire risks)
    • In the event of bad weather, the provider reserves the right to postpone or cancel the tour
    • Present yourself 15 minutes before the start
  • Access :
    • from the visited site
    • place accessible only with one's own vehicle
Destination
3080 chemin de Bibémus
13100
AIX EN PROVENCE
GPS coordinates
Latitude : 43.53129
Longitude : 5.50071

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