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At the entrance to the Alpilles lies a village discovered as if opening a treasure chest. Perched on a rocky promontory, Eygalières embodies all that is most authentic in Provence: golden-stone houses, lavender shutters, slender cypress trees, and that unique light artists have always sought to capture. It’s no coincidence that writers, artists, and celebrities have chosen to settle here discreetly. Both preserved and vibrant, this village of character is a true love affair for anyone who sets foot in it.
Eygalières is the elegance of simplicity. Here, one strolls under the plane trees, market basket in hand, between conversations on sunny terraces. The atmosphere is peaceful, convivial, never ostentatious.
With its old stone houses topped with traditional tiles, its 17th-century church, its flower-lined washhouse, and its modest town hall proudly set on the square, Eygalières offers a living postcard of Provence.
👉 First immersion: Official website of the Eygalières town hall
History is everywhere in the cobbled streets of the old village. At the top of the hill, the ruins of the medieval castle and the clock tower offer panoramic views of the Alpilles. Below, the Saint-Sixte Chapel, the emblem of the village, stands alone in the middle of olive groves. Its Romanesque silhouette, sober and powerful, is one of the most photographed landmarks in the region.
Eygalières’ heritage is also revealed in its small museums, temporary exhibitions, and a chamber music festival that gathers renowned artists each summer in the village church.
👉 Explore: Alpilles Heritage on the Regional Park website
On Friday mornings, Eygalières comes alive with its Provençal market, famous throughout the region. Here you’ll find sun-ripened fruit picked at dawn, aged cheeses, local olive oils, colorful textiles — and above all, the simple pleasure of human connection.
As for gastronomy, the village abounds in convivial restaurants and charming addresses. Among them: L’Aubergine, Le Lézard Gourmand, or Chez Paulette, combining local cuisine with enchanting settings. For a more exclusive experience, Hôtel La Bastide d’Eygalières offers refined dining in the heart of the garrigue.
👉 Book your meals or stays: Alpilles en Provence Tourist Office
On foot or by bike, the trails starting from Eygalières are an invitation to escape. Its close proximity to the Alpilles Regional Nature Park allows visitors to explore preserved landscapes of pine forests, vineyards, garrigue, and olive groves.
A walk to Saint-Sixte Chapel, a climb to the Alpilles ridges, or a loop around the Calanquet are just a few itineraries to enjoy the calm and raw beauty of the region. In every season, the light enhances the landscapes and gives that rare sensation: feeling far away, and yet right at home.
👉 Hiking guides and maps: Rando Alpilles – Provence Tourisme
Houses in Eygalières are not merely sold. They are passed down, whispered about, discovered by chance or love at first sight. Here, the property market is discreet yet active. Expect to find renovated mas with pools, traditional bastides nestled among vineyards, or contemporary stone villas blending seamlessly into the landscape.
This exceptional setting, between authenticity and prestige, attracts French and international buyers in search of discretion, nature, and the Provençal art of living. The rarity and quality of these properties explain the stability of the market, even in times of economic uncertainty.
👉 Browse houses for sale in Eygalières: Agence des Alpilles – Eygalières
The list is long… and discreet. Michel Drucker, Charlotte de Turckheim, Patrick Bruel, Anne-Claire Coudray, Marc Lévy, along with Michelin-starred chefs and renowned designers, have all made Eygalières their refuge.
Why? Because here one can live in peace, away from prying eyes, yet surrounded by beauty. Because the village has preserved an ethic of sobriety, silence, and authenticity. And because it offers what is so rare in trendy places: the luxury of true discretion.
Living in Eygalières means more than owning an exceptional property: it means adopting a rare lifestyle made of nature, culture, taste, and freedom. It’s choosing a permanent escape in one of the most beautiful regions of France.
So if this village speaks to you, trust your intuition. It may just lead you… to your next home.
👉 Discover our exceptional properties in Eygalières with Agence des Alpilles
Crédits Photographie: © Les Alpilles vues du ciel
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