Discover Luynes
Accommodation in Luynes
If you’re looking for a hotel in Luynes, the reason for your trip can help guide your choice. The area’s profile ranges from the riverside forest along the Luynes and a national military cemetery to Provençal nativity figurine craftsmanship, sports competitions and a farmers’ market. Nature, remembrance, craftsmanship, sport and regional produce each offer a different focus. The facts below can help you decide which topics best match your interests.
Nature and landscape in Luynes
The riverside forest along the Luynes forms a notable ecological corridor in Luynes. This landscape feature differs from the individual sites and events in the area’s profile: here, the focus is on the riverside forest and its ecological significance. If landscape and ecological connections matter to you when choosing a destination, the corridor offers a tangible connection with nature.
A military cemetery with a history
The NĂ©cropole nationale de Luynes is a military cemetery where 11,424 soldiers who fell in the First and Second World Wars are buried. The cemetery was established between 1966 and 1969. The soldiers fell in the two world wars; the dates 1966 to 1969 refer to the establishment of the cemetery. For travelers interested in history and remembrance, this memorial site offers a distinct focus in Luynes.
Provençal nativity figurine craftsmanship
Provençal nativity figurine craftsmanship is the focus at Santons R. Jouve. The workshop in Luynes specializes in nativity figurines made entirely by hand. Particular attention is paid to movement, the folds in the costumes, facial expressions and animals. These features make the figurines’ design as much a topic of interest as their production. The shop is open year-round; visitors can also get direct explanations of the production steps. If you’d like to visit the workshop, check its opening arrangements in advance.
Sports competitions at the arena
The Arena du Pays d’Aix is located on the Domaine des Trois-Pigeons in Luynes. It hosts major competitions in basketball, volleyball, tennis, boxing, MMA, futsal and supercross. The sports program thus ranges from team and racquet sports to combat sports and supercross. The arena may be a focus for your trip if a competition is the reason for your visit. As dates for individual events vary, check the date of the event you’re interested in before planning your trip.
Farmers’ market at Place de la Libération
A farmers’ market is held regularly in the mornings at Place de la Libération on Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays. It offers fruit and vegetables, meat and charcuterie, as well as produce from growers and local products. The market therefore focuses on food and local producers, setting it apart from sports events and crafts. The schedule, number of stalls and range of goods may change, so check the latest market details before your visit. The difference from the arena can help you plan your dates: the market follows a regular weekly schedule, while dates for individual competitions vary.
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