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The village of Lardiers is located in the heart of the lavender fields in summer, 12 km from Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues, 13 km from Banon, 17 km from Forcalquier.

Description

At the entrance to the village:
- old mill transformed into a stopover lodge
- large fountain decorated with an animal head evoking a lion, picnic area with tables and benches.
- Saint-Claude Chapel which dates from the end of the 17th century and was remodeled in the 19th century; it adjoins the cemetery.

In the village :

- The fountain, a favorite spot for many cyclists to refresh themselves after the steep climb, which backs onto the washhouse preceded by a recently renovated calade. This washhouse has the unique feature of having two levels: washerwomen could wash their clothes on their knees and then rinse them standing up.

- Place où se trouvent l’église Sainte-Anne et le château ou plutôt la Commanderie. Le porche de l’église est classé : il est flanqué de deux colonnes surmontées de chapiteaux de style carolingien. Dans le parc de la Commanderie, magnifique séquoia formé de deux troncs jumelés.

- Lose yourself in the alleys of the old village.
Vous pourrez vous restaurer au Bistrot de Lardiers - premier Bistrot de Pays créé.

From there you can go down to the Granges district or go up the Garouyère: there you will find the multi-purpose hall, a sports ground and another children's playground.

La montée de la Garouyère - ancien chemin Saint-Vincent - pourra vous mener, si vous êtes bons marcheurs, jusqu’au Gros Chêne, l’arbre le plus célèbre de Lardiers.

For hikers: The Bouiron trail
- Time: 3 hours
- Elevation gain: 250 m
- Departure: Cemetery
- Easy hike

Comfort and amenities

Equipment

  • Meeting room
  • Auditorium
  • Shaded Picnic area.
  • Playground

Rates / opening

Prices

Free access.

Opening

From 01/01 to 31/12/2026, every day.

Updated on 07/10/2026 - Community Tourist Office Forcalquier Haute-Provence,

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