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Golfs & festivals in Provence

28th April 2025 9293

Discover the golf courses in the Golfy en Provence network and the major cultural events nearby, so you can combine golf and culture in harmony during your next summer break.

In Provence, summer is a time for relaxation and discovery. The fairways are bathed in light, as are the open-air evenings, punctuated by music, art and opera. Between two rounds of golf in the heart of typical landscapes, it's the ideal opportunity to take advantage of the cultural riches the region has to offer. Prestigious festivals, picturesque villages, an enchanting climate... here's a tasty mix for a holiday combining golf and artistic emotions.

Golf d'Aix-en-Provence & Festival International d'Art Lyrique


Just a few minutes from the city centre, Golf d'Aix-en-Provence offers an 18-hole course designed by architect Ronald Fream. This technical layout favours precision over power, blending perfectly into the wooded surroundings typical of the Aix countryside.
🎵 Every summer, Aix-en-Provence plays host to the Festival International d'Art Lyrique, a major event dedicated to opera and classical music. In 2025, the festival will be held from 4 to 21 July, offering a rich programme of premieres and renowned performances.

Golf du Luberon & La Roque d'Anthéron International Piano Festival


Located in Pierrevert, near Manosque, the Golf du Luberon offers an 18-hole undulating course, typically Provencal. Its steep layout requires precision and skill, with natural obstacles punctuating the game.
🎹 Not far away, the Festival International de Piano de La Roque d'Anthéron is a must for music lovers. The 45ᵉ edition of the festival will take place from 19 July to 17 August 2025, offering open-air concerts in an exceptional natural setting.

Golf de Saumane & Les Rencontres d'Arles


Perched on the hills of the Vaucluse, Golf de Saumane offers an 18-hole course with breathtaking views over the Luberon and the Alpilles. Designed by Jean GaraĂŻalde, the layout is enhanced by strategically placed bunkers, offering golfers a technical challenge.
đź“· An hour's drive away, Arles hosts Les Rencontres d'Arles, an internationally renowned photography festival, every summer. The 2025 edition will run from 07 July to 5 October, exploring themes with an emphasis on engagement. Artists from Australia, Brazil, North America and the Caribbean offer a different view of the world. Through their photos, they celebrate the diversity of cultures, identities and origins.

Golf du Ventoux & Les Chorégies d'Orange


Near Orange, Golf du Ventoux offers a flat, technical 9-hole course that's great for golfers of all abilities. Its harmonious integration into the Provencal landscape makes it a pleasant and friendly place to play.
🎻 Orange is also famous for the Chorégies, France's oldest festival dedicated to opera and classical music. For a month, from 13 June to 15 July, discover a rich programme of major works staged in the exceptional setting of the Théâtre Antique d'Orange.

Come and experience unique moments, where sport and art meet for your greatest pleasure!​


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