The Bibémus quarries of Paul Cezanne
Presentation
Enter a landscape where history and art meet: the Bibémus quarries, whose ochre-yellow limestone was used to build the city of Aix-en-Provence. This site inspired Paul Cezanne so much that he set up his easel there to immortalise his muse: the Sainte-Victoire mountain.
The quarries are nestled in the heart of the Concors-Sainte-Victoire Grand Site, in the middle of fragrant scrubland. Follow your guide down into the canyon, where the marks on the rocks suggest that it was mined for centuries. The tour then continues to the south-facing viewpoint with a view of the Provençal mountains and hills.
Finally, you will pass by Cezanne's cabin facing Sainte-Victoire and finish with an analysis of reproductions of his paintings, scattered throughout the pine forest where the artist painted on location, inviting you to experience the magic of the landscape.
A unique experience for lovers of nature and art.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION :
- Language : English & French
- Duration 2h
- Disability-friendly company: open to the public with specific needs upon presentation of proof. Please contact the organizer to check the accessibility of the tour
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
ACCESS TO THE SITE :
- There is no regular public transport going to the site of Bibémus quarries - Own car / taxi recommended.
- With your own vehicle : Meeting 20 min before at the Parking des 3 Bons Dieux (Coord. GPS : 43.53491, 5.47560), then convoy by car to the site (the site’s access by car is regulated – presence of a bollard on Chemin de Bibémus). In case of lateness, even slight, please call the activity provider.
By taxi, on-demand bus, bike or foot : Warn the guide (by text) – Meeting 10 min before on the parking at 3080 chemin de Bibémus by the gate DFCI (Coord. GPS : 43.53115, 5.50058 ).- 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.
WHEN DOES IT TAKE PLACE :
- On Thursdays April 30, May 7 and 21, 2026 at 10am
- On Thursdays June 04 and 18, 2026 at 6pm
- On Tusdays August 25, September 29, October 20, November 10 and December 22, 2026 at 10am
RATES :
- Adult : 23 €
- Children from 6 to 12 years old : 19 €
- Students and RSA : 19 €
- Free under 6 years old
- -5% for City Pass Aix en Provence owner
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 Bibémus quarries site is subject to restrictive regulations.
Access to the daily schedule visiting the website there, (view Sainte-Victoire et Concors) from 6pm only.
- No pets allowed
- Tested by our advisory team
- Included
- From :
- 23 â¬
- Up to :
- 5 % discount with the City-Pass
- Duration :
- 2h
- Visit language :
- French
- English
- Time of day :
- in the morning
- in the afternoon
- Means of transport :
- walking
- Number of participants :
- Guaranteed departure from 1 person
- Type of activity :
- Ephemeral visit
- Included in :
- To take with you :
- Shoes, clothing suitable for the activity
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Hat or cap in summer
- Other information :
- Tested by our travel advisors
- Pets are forbidden
- Important information :
- Subject to forest opening regulations (fire risks)
- Present yourself 15 minutes before the start
- Access :
- place accessible only with one's own vehicle