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Benefiting from generous sunshine, the abundant flora rich in fragrant nectar of the Alpes de Haute Provence makes the hills and plateaus of the department a privileged natural space for bees, beekeepers and honey.

Honey from Provence

Lavender honey, with its delicate, smooth texture and distinctive flavor, is a true delight. It is made by bees that gather nectar exclusively from lavender flowers in the middle of summer. When you visit Provence, be sure to sample this truly local product.

Also, try the rosemary honey typical of Haute-Provence, as well as wildflower, linden, mountain, chestnut, thyme honey, and more, from the beekeepers.

The benefits of honey

Honey is often considered a healthy sweetener because it contains vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. You can use it in cooking, from savory dishes to desserts and pastries, as well as in hot drinks. It also has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a winter remedy for sore throats and other infections.
With so many varieties, each with its own flavor and characteristics, there are so many reasons to enjoy them!

Bee products and confectionery

Using honey, ancestral know-how has enabled the creation of original recipes.
Indulge in our white or dark nougat, gingerbread, cakes, candies, and lollipops. Our beekeepers and confectioners offer you products of the highest quality.

Where to buy honey in the Alpes de Haute Provence?

Meet the producers and discover their products at the farm or in the markets. Honeys of all kinds and all derivative products such as candies, lollipops, almond nougat, pollen and royal jelly, but also honey vinegar or mustard, moisturizing balm, soap, wax and candles…

Local producers

To bring back an authentic souvenir, opt for buying directly from the local. De nombreux apiculteurs ouvrent leurs portes aux visiteurs. Vous découvrez les différentes étapes de fabrication, comme l'extraction. Certains proposent aussi la visite des ruchers. Vous pouvez ainsi déguster plusieurs miels avant de faire votre choix.

Provençal markets and local produce shops

The local markets restent également des lieux incontournables. Flânez entre les étals colorés pour rencontrer les producteurs et goûter leurs produits.

You will also find many local produce shops, country houses et épiceries fines. Elles valorisent les miels locaux. C’est l’occasion idéale de comparer les saveurs et de repartir avec des produits de qualité.

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