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Venelles

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Bouches-du-Rhône

Town in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Venelles is located in the department of Bouches-du-Rhône. It takes place between Marseille and Manosque, about forty kilometers from each of these cities of the south. Bordering of Aix-en-Provence, Venelles also adjoins the Durance valley.

The town was founded around 401 BC by a Celtic-Ligurian tribe. Then occupied by the Romans, it was successively besieged by the Lombards and the Saracens during the course of the Middle Ages. Over the centuries, Venelles has experienced significant economic growth and numerous extensions, including through the radiation of its larger neighbor, Aix.

Today, this city of the Rhone delta is best known for its tourist attractions as well as for its various cultural events. Its architectural heritage and its hotel infrastructure make it an ideal place to enjoy a holiday in the region.

Geographical information

MunicipalityVenelles
Postcode13770
Tourism label
Latitude43.5963140 (N 43° 35’ 47”)
Longitude5.4923300 (E 5° 29’ 32”)
AltitudeFrom 254m to 442m
Surface area20.54 km²
Population8597 inhabitants
Density418 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureMarseille (40 km, 26 min)
Insee code13113
IntercommunalityME Métropole d'Aix-Marseille-Provence
DepartmentBouches-du-Rhône
TerritoryProvence
RegionProvence-Alps-French Riviera

Nearest cities & towns

Meyrargues7.9 km (9 min)
Aix-en-Provence10.5 km (12 min)
Peyrolles-en-Provence12.6 km (14 min)
Éguilles13.3 km (18 min)
Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade13.3 km (13 min)
Pertuis13.8 km (14 min)
Les Milles16.2 km (14 min)
Saint-Marc-Jaumegarde16.3 km (24 min)
Saint-Estève-Janson17.3 km (16 min)
Jouques17.5 km (19 min)
Saint-Cannat19.1 km (21 min)
La Bastidonne19.4 km (21 min)
Villelaure19.4 km (18 min)
La Tour-d'Aigues19.7 km (20 min)
Le Tholonet21 km (21 min)

Things to see and do

Partly destroyed by an earthquake in the early twentieth century, the town does Venelles has nonetheless kept an interesting historical heritage.

Lovers of old stones will appreciate the ancient village of Venelles-le-Haut, which takes place up to the present town. It offers an exceptional view of the Luberon Valley and on the vault Chabaud. One can admire a beautiful paved square and an ancient well. The old church is still visible.

Old school or the old mill are the architectural charm of the small town of Venelles.

Also note the presence of Violaine castle, listed historical monument.

Events and festivities

Every Saturday morning, Venelles offers its farmers' market.

In December, place bustling Christmas market.

In June and July, Tuesdays Fest are the opportunity to dine in the main square while attending concerts.

In mid-July a fun fair takes place in the streets.

Every year in September, the city hosts the fair of Aix, the opportunity to experience the economic and professional activities in the region.

In September, up to the festival Art in the Park dedicated to street arts.

All the festival Courts Aix-en-Provence offers screenings of short films to Venelles between November and December.

Weather

Friday 31 may
Min. 11°C - Max. 21°C
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Saturday 1 june
Min. 10°C - Max. 23°C
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Sunday 2 june
Min. 12°C - Max. 23°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Outdoor show: Letters from my Windmill
Entertainment17 € Le Tholonet (8.4 km)
Segway Tour of Aix-en-Provence – 2 hours
Entertainment50 € Aix-en-Provence (8.7 km)
Day trip to the Lavender Fields and the Verdon Gorges
Nature and the great outdoors125 € Aix-en-Provence (8.7 km)
Tour a Distillery and Visit the Lavender Fields
Arts and Crafts125 € Aix-en-Provence (8.7 km)
Discover the Villages of Luberon and the Lavender Fields
Entertainment72 € Aix-en-Provence (8.7 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Water fountains of Aix-en-Provence
HikeEasy55 minAix-en-Provence (8.7 km)
To the choirs of Aix-en-Provence
HikeEasy1:05Aix-en-Provence (8.7 km)
Sainte-Victoire Mountain - Saint-Ser Chapel
HikeIntermediate1:30Puyloubier (16.6 km)
Hiking and biking trails in Gréasque
Mountain bike itineraryEasy1:00Gréasque (18.9 km)
Between Sainte-Victoire and Sainte-Baume
HikeEasy4:00La Destrousse (26 km)

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