In midsummer, lavender blooms in northern Provence. Lavender fields- the calling card of Provence - not inferior in popularity Cote d'Azur. Postcard views of fields covered with purple rows of fragrant lavender attract many tourists to Haute-Provence. Lavender has been grown in this region for almost a thousand years for its soothing aroma and healing properties. We will tell you where and when the most famous lavender fields bloom, how to get there, what to buy and where to stay.
When
From the end of June when lavender blooms, and until early August when it is collected. The flowering period depends on the weather and the area where it grows. Below you will find a map of the flowering of lavender fields, on it fields that bloom from late June to July 15 are marked in light purple, those that bloom from early to July 25 are marked in blue, and fields that bloom from early July to July 25 are marked in dark purple. 10th of August.
Marked in orange big cities regions - Cannes, Avignon, Arles, Valence. In each city, we recommend visiting the tourist office (Office de tourisme) and taking there detailed map lavender fields, which are renewed every year. There you can also learn about local holidays, fairs and festivals.
How to get there
By car. Renting a car is the most convenient solution, because most fields do not have trains or buses. And by car you can create your own route or drive along one of the roads that pass through the most beautiful fields and mountains, with stops in medieval villages and castles. It is best to start from Nice or Marseille. A day with a manual transmission will cost from 1,700 rubles.
Public transport. You can travel by train from Paris or Marseille to Avignon, from where travel companies organize one-day bus routes through lavender fields. There is also a train from Avignon to Carpentras, where you can take the Carpentras - Sault bus, which goes through the lavender fields to the ancient town of Sault.
Cycling routes lavender fields are becoming increasingly popular, but they are only suitable for people with good physical fitness, because Provence has hills and mountains, and the average temperature in summer is 30-35°C.
Where
The main lavender fields are concentrated in three regions of Provence: Alpes of Haute-Provence, Vaucluse and Hautes-Alpes.. Many cities have tourism associations offering walking and cycling tours. All information about six Lavender roads (Routes de la lavande) in English is available on the website of the MoveYourAlps association (offline and online maps, information about holidays, attractions, hotels and campsites).
Main lavender flowering areas
- Plains and perfume factories of the Vercors, Diois and Drôme Provençal region, where lavender blooms from late June to late July. Drive from Crest to Baronnies, through the fields around Die and Rosans, where the road follows low mountains, past a plateau with lavender fields. Drôme Provencal is famous not only for lavender, but also for the medieval villages of Dieulefit, Grignon, Valréas.
- Hills and mountains in the region of Drôme, Vaucluse, Alpes de Haute Provence (Drôme, Vaucluse, Alpes de Haute Provence). From June to mid-July, lavender blooms in dozens of fields around the mountain villages of Vaison-la-Romaine, Nyons, Buis-les-Baronnies, Orpierre, Rosans.
- Mountains, ocher canyon and medieval castle in the area of Ventoux, Lure and Luberon. The towns of Gordes and Apt are surrounded by fields where lavender honey is sold, and the huge ocher canyon of Rustrel is called the Colorado of Provence because of its Martian landscapes. We recommend visiting at sunrise or sunset, when the canyon walls glow in all shades of red. Near the canyon is the medieval castle of Mane, and at the foot of the white Lure mountains the most fragrant mountain lavender grows.
- descent from the mountains to the Cote d'Azur in the area of Grasse and Valensole (Grasse et Valensole). Descend from the vast plateau of Valensole, entirely covered with lavender, through Mézel and Barèmme to Castellane, next to which lies the lavender valley of Artuby. The route ends in Grasse, the perfume capital of France. Here lavender blooms until mid-August.
Must see: lavender fields on the Valensole plateau
About Valensole plateau, which lies in the foothills of the Alps and looks like an endless sea of lavender, is worth telling separately. There are more than ten lavender fields on the plateau. You can see everything by following a 33 kilometer circular route: Valensole D56 east to Puimoisson - along D953 north to the Poteau de Telle junction - D8 back west to Valensole.
Near the Valensole plateau there is village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, included in the list of the most beautiful villages France, and 30 kilometers to the southeast is Verdon Gorge (Gorges du Verdon)- the most beautiful thing in France. We recommend visiting Grand Canyon The Verdon Gorge (Grand Canyon du Verdon) is a giant gorge in limestone rocks, 700 meters deep, offering breathtaking views.
Lavender Festivals and Fairs:
- Lavender Festival in Saint André de Rosains, where they sell lavender oil and tinctures, perfumes, honey, soap, ice cream and even cakes. The festival takes place on the second weekend of August.
- Lavender Fair in Digne-les-Bains is the largest Lavender fair in Provence. They sell all kinds of products made from (or with the addition of) lavender, as well as the best dried fruits and candied fruits in France. Festive processions pass through the city, accompanied by hundreds of musicians and dancers. In addition to lavender, Digne-les-Bains is famous for its balneological baths, medieval churches and the only one in France Butterfly Park (Le Jardin des Papillons).
- Lavender Festival in Sault, which takes place on August 15, the day the lavender harvest in Provence ends. Craftsmen and perfumers come to Seau, master classes on making perfume and cosmetics are held here, gastronomic specialties are sold, musicians play old Provençal melodies, and a book fair takes place nearby.
Has been monitoring the weather in Paris since 2014. This page talks about weather in Paris in June 2017. Below you will find information such as, humidity or wind speed in June 2017, weather history in Paris in June and other data.
For convenience, all information is presented in the form of text descriptions, graphs and tables. So you will see temperature graph And weather table for the city of Paris in June 2017. Remember that another city and another date can be selected in the site menu.
Temperature in Paris in June 2017 (graph)
Below is graph of average daily and current temperatures in Paris in June 2017 on every day. The graph will help answer the question, what was the temperature in Paris in June 2017, and what were the minimum and maximum temperatures air.
As can be seen from the graph, the air temperature in Paris ranged from +9°C to +36°C. Moreover, the minimum temperature (+9°C) occurred on June 4 at 02:30, and the maximum (+36°C) was recorded on June 21 at 14:30. Lowest temperature value the average for the day was +13.88°C and the coldest day in June turned out to be June 6. Highest average air temperature is +29.25°C, and the warmest day in Paris in June 2017- 21st of June.
Humidity in Paris in June 2017 (graph)
Graph of average daily and current humidity in Paris in June 2017 for each day is given below. From the graph it is clear what was the humidity in Paris in June 2017. Also visible minimum and maximum relative humidity values air.
So, in Paris in June 2017, the relative humidity ranged from 26% to 94%. Moreover lowest humidity(26%) was on June 19 at 14:30, and highest humidity(94%) - June 2 at 23:30. In addition, we note that lowest humidity value air average for the day was 42.00% and driest day in June turned out to be June 21. Highest average air humidity is equal to 85.14%, and the wettest day in Paris in June 2017- 30 June.
Compass rose in Paris in June 2017
(it is also called wind direction drawing or wind map) is given below. The wind rose shows what winds prevailed V this region. Our wind map shows the prevailing wind directions in Paris in June 2017.
As can be seen from the wind rose, the main wind direction was western (19%). Besides, prevailing wind directions turned out to be southwestern (17%) and northwestern (15%). The rarest wind in Paris in June 2017- southeastern (3%).
| Compass rose in Paris in June 2017 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Direction | Frequency | |
| Northern | 10.7% | |
| Northeastern | 12.9% | |
| Oriental | 9.8% | |
| Southeastern | 3.1% | |
| Southern | 12.5% | |
| Southwestern | 17.4% | |
| West | 18.8% | |
| Northwestern | 14.7% | |
Weather diary (table of daily averages) for the city of Paris in June 2017
The weather table contains data on the average daily air temperature in June 2017, as well as about relative air humidity and about wind speed. The data is given for each day of June. In fact, this is what it is weather diary in Paris in June 2017
| Day months |
Average daily temperature |
Average humidity |
Atmospheric pressure |
Speed wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| +21.38°C | 55.13% | 1016 | 3 m/s | |
| +20.63°C | 69.63% | 1012 | 3 m/s | |
| +15.88°C | 83.38% | 1013 | 3 m/s | |
| +15°C | 61.75% | 1015 | 3 m/s | |
| +18°C | 57.63% | 1007 | 4 m/s | |
| +13.88°C | 72.88% | 1003 | 7 m/s | |
| +15°C | 64.00% | 1014 | 5 m/s | |
| +19.75°C | 61.13% | 1011 | 4 m/s | |
| +18°C | 66.38% | 1012 | 3 m/s | |
| +21.2°C | 54.60% | 1015 | 3 m/s | |
| +23.14°C | 51.71% | 1013 | 4 m/s | |
| +17.13°C | 63.00% | 1017 | 4 m/s | |
| +18.38°C | 57.00% | 1016 | 3 m/s | |
| +22.5°C | 66.88% | 1012 | 3 m/s | |
| +22.63°C | 58.88% | 1013 | 4 m/s | |
| +17.88°C | 58.38% | 1022 | 4 m/s | |
| +21.13°C | 61.13% | 1023 | 3 m/s | |
| +23.5°C | 52.25% | 1018 | 5 m/s | |
| +25.38°C | 46.50% | 1014 | 2 m/s | |
| +27.25°C | 43.13% | 1012 | 2 m/s | |
| +29.25°C | 42.00% | 1011 | 2 m/s | |
| +26.13°C | 57.38% | 1011 | 3 m/s | |
| +19.63°C | 65.25% | 1016 | 4 m/s | |
| +21.43°C | 56.57% | 1014 | 4 m/s | |
| +21.75°C | 61.00% | 1012 | 4 m/s | |
| +22.13°C | 63.25% | 1008 | 3 m/s | |
| +20°C | 81.50% | 1001 | 2 m/s | |
| +29.25°C | 21st of June | |||
| Average monthly temperature | +20.31°C | - |
Average temperature, Paris in 2017
To estimate the temperature in Paris in June 2017 compared to the other months of 2017, use the following chart. It shows a temperature graph for June 2017 against the background of the temperature range for the whole of 2017.
Weather calendar in Paris in June in different years
What was it like temperature in Paris in June 2017 compared to other years can be seen in the following graph. On it, the top and bottom areas are shaded in dark colors, showing which temperatures have not been previously observed. In other words, the white (unshaded) stripe shows the temperature spread over the past years. The red line displays the current temperature.
Weather history in June in Paris
Coldest June in Paris was in 2014. average temperature was only +17.72°C.
Warmest June in Paris was in 2017. The average temperature reached +20.31°C.
At the same time, June 2017 (+20.31°C) turned out to be the highest for 2014 – 2019.
This is also evidenced by the graph. average monthly temperature in Paris in June for 2014 – 2019:
Average monthly temperature in June, Paris
Average monthly temperature in June in Paris, obtained from various sources.
Want to get in the mood for the holiday? Then visit the Christmas markets that take place every year in Paris. Christmas breathes with hundreds of lights, sparkles with snowflakes; it is filled with the aroma of mulled wine and the anticipation of gifts. The best Christmas markets await. Here you will get a great opportunity to combine the choice of gifts with entertainment.
Christmas “Village of Santa Claus” in the Latin Quarter (Le village du Père Noël Saint Germain)
The French Santa Claus is called Père Noël. On the eve of Christmas, the Christmas “Village of Father Christmas” or “Village un Père Noël” opens in the Latin Quarter, along the legendary Boulevard Saint-Germain. Twenty-five houses with Christmas goods, souvenirs and national delicacies await customers.
The market will be open from 12/01/18 to 12/31/18.
Market address: Latin Quarter (Quartier latin); Notre Dame.
Christmas Market on the Champs-Elysées
Will be open: 11/11/16 – 01/08/17. The most famous Parisian avenue will be illuminated with festive lights. Shopping arcades of 160 white houses – “chalets” – will stretch along the entire street. In each of them, guests will find souvenirs, surprises, and treats. You can taste the famous French foie gras and warm up with hot mulled wine. At the end of the walk, be sure to take a ride on the Ferris wheel. You will see the magnificent Champs Elysees from above, decorated with Christmas lights. An unforgettable sight!
RER, metro: Charles de Gaulle Etoile.
European Christmas Village on the Trocadéro
This is one of the largest Christmas markets in all of Europe. Here you can see performances and shows telling about the culture of European countries and demonstrating their traditions. The market's hundreds of stalls on the Trocadéro will offer products and National dishes different countries, handicrafts. The large ice skating rink will welcome children and adults.
The market is open from 12/15/16 to 01/01/17.
RER: "Champ de Mars-Tour Eiffel"; Trocadéro metro station.
Christmas Village of Montparnasse
The market in Montparnasse will be open from 12/10/16. to 12/31/16. This bazaar specializes in regional delicacies from France. Food and holiday dishes will be sold in forty New Year's chalets.
Metro station: Montparnasse Bienvenüe.
Market on the Esplanade Défense (Village de Noël de La Défense)
Three hundred and fifty stalls at the Christmas market at the foot of the Defense Arch will offer guests their New Year's goods: national souvenirs from different countries, French products, original decorations. The tallest spruce is installed at the Défense fair. Near the Arch of Défense, a Bavarian tavern opens, serving dishes from the region.
The market runs from 11/17/16 to 12/27/16.
RER: La Défense, Metro – station “Grande Arche la Défense”.
Christmas Village of Saint-Sulpice (Marché de Noël “Le Village du Père Noël” dans la Place Saint-Sulpice)
This is a temporary boutique that will be located at 39 Champs-Elysées. It sells Alsatian traditional Christmas delicacies. The market, which is located on the ground floor of the Maison de l’Alsace, offers Alsatian cuisine: bredele cookies, candied bread, foie gru and excellent wines. You can buy tablecloths and Christmas toys as gifts for your loved ones. Children are offered hot chocolate and treated to gingerbread. In the evenings, folklore groups perform for guests.
The market runs from 12/01/16 to 12/16/16.
Market at the Eastern Station (Marché de Noël alsacien de la Gare de l’Est)
Located in the 10th district of the capital. Trains from the eastern regions of France arrive at the station. For thirty years now, Parisians have been coming here on Christmas Eve. It is here, at the station market, that you can find the best products from Alsace, excellent pastries, wine and foie gru, which will decorate your festive dinner.
The market at Gare de l’Est will be open from 12/01/16 to 12/16/16.
Metro: Gare De L'Est station.
Christmas Market, Place des Nations (Marché de Noël Place de la Nation)
Here in the 11th arrondissement of Paris you can find products from all over the world. Vietnam and Peru, Russia and Thailand, India and Korea present their products. You will see products made by craftsmen from different countries and get an unforgettable experience of traveling around the world.
Directions to the market: RER: Nation, Nation metro.
The market will be open from 12/01/16 until 12/24/16.
Christmas Market in the Bois de Boulogne (Marché de Noël de Boulogne-Billancourt)
Here, opposite shopping center on main square, a crowded Christmas market opens every year. Guests are invited to forty-five elegant chalets, a festive train and other entertainment.
The market is open: 12/04/16 – 12/24/16.
Metro station: Billancourt.
Christmas at the Louvre (le Louvre)
The Christmas Louvre is decorated with flowers. Students from the florist school are working on the decoration of one hundred and fifty galleries in the Baroque style. Christmas events begin on November 29 and gradually lead to New Year celebrations.
Directions to the station: Palais Royal Musée du Louvre.
Market of Limousine Houses (Marché de Noël de la Maison du Limousin)
House Limousine organizes a Christmas market in December. Here you can find a wide range of French traditional foods, drinks, desserts and other delicacies. The Maison du Limousin sells the famous purple mustard, chestnuts, walnut cakes, aperitifs and liqueurs. Here you will buy the most original gifts!
The market is open 01.12.16 – 23.12.16.
Address: 30 rue Caumartin.
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Amber tents on Violet Street in Paris
IVInternational Salon of Artistic Crafts France, Paris
Kaliningrad artists, with the assistance of the Amber Museum and the support of the regional Ministry of Culture, presented their products at IV International Salon of Artistic Crafts “Purple Village”, which took place in Paris from June 27 to 30. The project is being implemented the association “Once upon a time, an artisan...”, whose president and founder is Jean-Claude Guillemot.
The tents of the “Violet Village” were traditionally installed in the XV arrondissement of Paris on Violet Street. The opening ceremony of the Salon was opened by the head of this district, Mr. Philippe Goujon.
Violet street, where during four days A warm, friendly atmosphere reigned and once again became a place of creative meetings for professionals in various fields of decorative and applied arts. Original works were presented - glass, wood, amber, musical instruments, interior items, paintings, lace, wood carvings, porcelain painting - created using ancient and modern technologies.
Belgium, Mexico, USA, France, Russia (Moscow, Kaliningrad, Kirov), Japan - this is an incomplete list of participating countries. Four Kaliningrad artists - Yuri Velikotsky, Elena Tikhomirova, Vladimir Litvinko and Galina Syromyatnikova - demonstrated to Parisians and guests French capital original works made of amber. The individual style, high professionalism, creativity of the artists, and a wide variety of products aroused keen interest among visitors to the Salon - the Russian stands were a hit with the public.
During all days of the Model Salon of the Kaliningrad Theater of Historical Fashion demonstrated costumes created by the head of the “Wolf’s Paw” workshop Ekaterina Vologzhanina based on examples of outfits from the French Middle Ages.
