The Rosa centifolia is not a rose native to Provence. Its origins lie elsewhere in Europe. However, Provence — and more discreet rural areas such as the Pays de Fayence — has played a decisive role in shaping how this rose is cultivated, valued, and transformed. Thanks to a favorable climate, preserved agricultural land, and proximity to historic perfume know-how, Rosa centifolia has become an integral part of the Provençal landscape and fragrance heritage. Table of contents What Is Rosa...

When people ask me what Provence looks like, I often hesitate. Not because I don’t know the region well — quite the opposite. The difficulty comes from the fact that Provence cannot be summed up in a single image or atmosphere. It’s not one landscape, but a succession of very different ones, sometimes encountered within just a short drive. Over time, I’ve realised that this diversity is what shapes the experience of Provence most deeply. More than beauty itself, it’s the contrast — and the...

Buying a villa in Provence is often guided by emotion — architecture, light, views, and the promise of an outdoor lifestyle. For many international buyers, the property feels complete the moment they step inside. What is less obvious is that, in Provence, a villa is rarely a finished product.Most properties are bought with the idea of adapting, improving, or renovating them over time — sometimes subtly, sometimes more significantly. Understanding how the garden, land, and exterior spaces...