From the owner: Sur les pas de Marcel Pagnol Dans les collines du Garlaban, 20 kilomètres de sentiers sont à jamais…read morecolorés par les œuvres de l'enfant de la cité. Pierres, arbres et source ont été immortalisés par la littérature et le cinéma de Pagnol. Pour raviver vos souvenirs et voir de vos yeux ces endroits que vous avez seulement vu derrière l'écran ou aux travers les lignes d'un roman, une randonnée s'impose pour contempler ces sentiers. Le circuit pédestre est jalonné par des étapes : les bâtisses. Tour à tour, on peut apercevoir le puits de Raimu, le mas de Massacan où Ugolin s'est pendu, la grotte de Manon, le Taoumé, la bastide Neuve, lieu de villégiature des Pagnol... Mais pour pouvoir contempler ces coins de collines, il faut braver les chemins étroits, pierreux et pentus. Un effort qui vaut le détour ! Sachez que les sentiers sont fermés de mi-juin à mi-septembre en raison des risques de feu, en dehors de cette période ils sont accessibles sans accompagnement et ils sont balisés.

He(It) is written here has Aubagne: " a third of nature, a third of heritage, a third of cultural…read moredynamism, and a good third of user-friendliness conviviality! ", they call it " the spirit of hills "! And since I hear about it of the spirit of hills, I dash, and go to meet this country between Blackcurrant and Marseille. The country of Aubagne, the hills expensive to Marcel Pagnol. The local But I am for the spirit of hills there, and more exactly Garlaban. The road of Pagnol. It is not the day, an order of the prefect limits strolls in the massif, the excess of wind, fire risk, thus no visit. Then the visit I would make her only, with the GR, more the panels on Pagnol I should arrive there, (and if I thread tennis it is better). I did not make the hike ride of 20km to discover completely the famous circuit and pass on the tracks of Pagnol. I rose up to the cave of Plantier more exactly Manon's cave of Sources. An exceptional view sight in the hollow of hills, no cicadas, no rumours, and by place many wind. And in this just silence by closing eyes you will can can be to hearunderstand Manon who calls these goats(tackles)!!! It is the spirit of hills there, it is everywhere, in the slightest bush, in the smallest stalk of thyme or rosemary, in the tree bent and emaciated under the mistral, in the sun which will warm you because it makes one autumn time, in rocks, and pebbles, throughout the ascent, because it is really necessary to want to rise there above. The spirit of hills it is the road of make her of May, the well of Raimu, the mas of Massacan, the farm of Angele, the valley of Marcellin, Holy Spirit's bars, the new ancient country-house, Balm source spring, Taoumé, the cave of Grosibou, all the childhood of Pagnol, but especially Provence to the pure state, unchanged Here is the spirit of hills, he keeps preserves intact the memory of past with an accent of Provence and lets us take advantage, (when the prefecture authorizes him), of this piece of hill. And stake has part the vegetation which it changes at the rate of the seasons, everything stays eternally ready. And even if I have no soul of big sportswoman, and that I chose the shortest road only two hours, j ' deeply hope to return to it, (on horseback for example), by wishing that this place remains protected, and for even for a long time so appropriate and beautiful as he is already.

Couldn't psss up the chance to visit THE "my mothers castle"…read more The interior of the building itself is mostly a museum now. Dedicated to movies and a little but to pagnol. Somewhat interesting. But it's really the exterior and the grounds that make this place. Perfectly peaceful in the hills. We drove up on a Sunday afternoon and there were many families enjoying a gorgeous afternoon picnic. But not crowded at all. Just a beautiful example of the wonderful French countryside

From the owner: La Maison des Cinématographies de la Méditerranée Le " Château de ma mère " construit en 1867 et…read moreacquis par Marcel Pagnol en 1941 dans l'espoir d'y créer une " Cité du Cinéma " a été racheté par la Ville de Marseille en 1995. Deux ans plus tard, le Château de la Buzine est classé aux monuments historiques. Le Château de La Buzine, après trois ans de réhabilitation par le Cabinet d'Architecture et d'Urbanisme Stern International, devient aujourd'hui la Maison des cinématographies de la Méditerranée. Situé au coeur du Parc des 7 collines, dans le 11 ème arrondissement de Marseille, le Château de la Buzine, lieu culturel, cinématographique et touristique ouvre ses portes au public au printemps 2011. Avec ses 4000 m2, la Maison des Cinématographies de la Méditerranée, lieu unique dans le paysage culturel régional, allie tradition et modernité, histoire et avenir, culture et nature. Cette " cité du cinéma ", dotée d'une salle de cinéma de 350 places, de salons de réception donnant sur les

From the owner: Au coeur de la vallée de Saint Pons Après une marche de 20 minutes dans la vallée de Saint Pons, au…read morefond d'une prairie, on découvre une abbaye cistercienne de style gothique. Fondée par Dame Garcende en 1205, des religieuses y ont vécu cloîtrées dans la pauvreté et la prière jusqu'en 1427. Ce couvent cistercien pour femmes est le mieux conservé de la région. Il a été entièrement rénové et appartient aujourd'hui au Conseil Général. L'abbaye ouvre ses portes au public tous les dimanches de juin à septembre à l'occasion de concerts de musique classique. Le reste de l'année, vous pourrez la contempler de l'extérieur. Hêtres, frênes, Epicéas... autant d'essences rares en Provence qui offrent une fraîcheur aux marcheurs. Une rivière longeant tout le parc forme ça et là des cascades. On appelle cette balade, la route des fontaines.

Cut and pasted from their website: "In its exhibitions as in…read moreits cultural programming, it offers a multidisciplinary vision combining anthropology, history, archaeology, art history and contemporary art, in order to show the public the various facets of the Mediterranean world and its ongoing dialogue with Europe." Quality/Quantity - Cool fort looking museum. Sorry, I am missing pictures. Also, see below. Ambiance - Huge location. I think 3 buildings that are connected by bridges which is very cool. Sorry, I guess the pictures did not get uploaded...? A great outdoor space, so many kids on field trips. Book store. Restaurant. Events; see their website. Clean bathrooms. Service - Self service. Price - Family rate = 18 Euros ($21 US) for two adults and 1-5 kids. 11 Euros ($13 US) for single adults or adults with NO kids. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success.

This is another must-see historical site to see when you are in Marseille. Unfortunately, due to…read morethe time constraints, we were not able to purchase a ticket and go up on top to walk across for a spectacular view of Marseille. Inside this contemporary museum, I understand it really shows off the beauty of European and Mediterranean culture. As astounding as all the displays are, one thing visitors should be aware of is the museum's photography policy. They have strict restrictions on photography, which they take very seriously, so adhere to the strict rule during your visit or risk losing your phone or camera. Very close to the waterfront and a great place to tour inside as well as the outside for stunning visuals. As for ticket prices, I cannot comment on those since my husband handled all of our reservations and admissions throughout the trip.