Painting in Plein-air
Presentation
Mount Sainte Victoire arises among a great variety of landscapes.
The cohabitation between living things and geological times has been a great source of inspiration for many artists. How does one render what they see in painting and drawing ? How does one choose a motif ? Cezanne said « Painting from nature is not copying the objects but it is realizing one’s sensation ».
Thanks to an instruction adapted to all levels and publics, your instructor, 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 Saturday at 2:30 pm, from February 14 to March 28, 2026
- On Saturday at 3 pm, from April 11 to May 30, 2026
- On Saturday at 4 pm, from June 6 to July 22, and from August 29 to September 26, 2026
- On Saturday at 2:30 pm, from October 3 to 31, 2026
- On Saturday at 2 pm, from November 7 to 14 , 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
- 10 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 allowed.
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 site is subject to restrictive regulations.
Access to the daily schedule visiting the website there, (view Sainte-Victoire and Concors from 6pm only.
- Tested by our advisory team
- Cezanne 2025
- From :
- 55 â¬
- 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
- 10 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 allowed
- 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