For centuries Provence has proved popular with artists from all over the world who have long found inspiration in the region’s exquisite light and unique countryside. Today, there are plenty of things for art lovers to do and see, from interactive exhibitions to local natural wonders:

Immersive digital displays dedicated to great names of art history are projected in the ancient limestone quarries of Les Baux-de-Provence. This season, look out for exhibitions celebrating Vermeer, Van Gogh, Dutch masters and Piet Mondrian. A unique sensory experience.

We like: admiring Le Testament d’Orphée by Jean Cocteau (1959).

With several hundred antique and vintage dealers occupying “villages” and many art galleries, L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is a paradise for fans of art, design and antiques. The colourful fairs in April and August draw over 100,000 bargain hunters.

We like: the stream crossing the town and its old water wheels.

The famous Dutch artist painted his finest canvases in Arles in the late 19th century. This foundation, which also boasts remarkable architecture, explores his genius in a dialogue between original and contemporary works across 3 exhibitions per year.

We like: the scenic terrace and its view of Arles and the nearby region.

From the legendary French Riviera to the charm of Provence via the City of Light, spend a memorable summer with Airelles in France’s most fabulous destinations.

Start with a stay at Le Grand Contrôle in the Château de Versailles, close to Paris and offering a unique experience of this historic location. Then, take the train or car to the south to spend time at La Bastide in Gordes, one of the most beautiful villages in France. Finally, at Le Château de La Messardière in Saint-Tropez, you can enjoy the ultimate glamour of the Côte d’Azur.

Your best summer yet awaits at the Airelles Maisons in Provence and Saint-Tropez.

Breakfast facing the Alpilles, lazing at the edge of the pool, enjoying a massage in the shade of olive-trees… All these experiences, and so much more, are to be found at La Bastide. This former stately home is built on 18th-century ramparts overlooking Gordes, one of France’s most beautiful villages. With it, you’ll find 40 Rooms and Suites, luxurious and refined, as well as La Maison de Constance, a private villa with a pool, accommodating up to 10 guests. La Bastide is also an essential gastronomic port-of-call in the region with its three restaurants (L’Orangerie, Le TIGrr, Clover Gordes) and two more addresses on the Place du Château in Gordes itself (La Bastide de Pierres and Ladurée). Meanwhile; the Airelles Spa is a haven of peace: under impressive vaulted ceilings, the space mixes beautiful natural materials and architecture inspired by grand Provencal sites such as Sénanque Abbey.

In the heart of Provence, backing onto the southern slopes of the Alpilles, Le Château d’Estoublon has pursued its passion for the tradition of exceptional wines and olive-oils since 1489. Sumptuously restored, it comprises 10 Rooms and Suites across 1,500 sq.m, decorated in beautiful Provençal style. With Chef Wim Van Gorp at the helm, the restaurant La Table d’Estoublon celebrates the cuisine of yesteryear, modernised with influences from the region today. Available for privatisation in its entirety, the Château d’Estoublon is an idyllic spot for a holiday in total privacy.

From the Château de Versailles to Saint-Tropez by way of Gordes, discover the extraordinary Airelles maisons!

Start your day with the Réveille du Roi: your personal butler will wake you up with classical music, a glass of orange blossom-infused milk and a bubble bath, just as the Kings and Queens of France once did. Then, enjoy a delicious breakfast by Alain Ducasse before embarking on an exclusive tour to discover the secrets of the Domain du Trianon. Afterwards, in the Valmont Spa at Le Grand Contrôle, you can then relax with the Miroir Majestueux, one of our signature treatments.

One of the most important events in the King’s daily life at court were the feasts! At Le Grand Contrôle, Chef Alain Ducasse has created a lunchtime experience fit for royalty. Take a seat on the terrace and choose from a menu with two, three or five courses.

Re-live the Royal Court’s equestrian passion by exploring the gardens of the Château de Versailles on  horseback. Then, you can take a tour of the famous Hall of Mirrors before a well deserved pause for tea-time.

To round off an exceptional day, attend a performance in one of the hidden treasures of Versailles: the Royal Opera House. After the show, you can join the artists backstage and raise a toast to this royal experience.

After dropping off your bags at La Bastide, take a leisurely drive in our vintage 2CV to visit the lavender fields, vineyards and nearby villages and immerse yourself in Provence’s enchanting lifestyle.

Nestled in the gardens of La Bastide with sweeping views of the Luberon Valley, L’Orangerie proposes a refined cuisine filled with locally-sourced ingredients brimming with sunshine.

Take the road to Le Domaine d’Estoublon, a beautiful estate just one hour from Gordes. Among other gastronomic treats, you can participate in tastings of the Château’s exceptional wines and olive oils.

Soak up the last rays of sunshine while dining at Clover Gordes, the celebrated restaurant from Chef Jean-François Piège in La Bastide. Then, after nightfall, if the sky is clear, an astronomer will unveil the secrets of the stars.

Hidden at the heart of a huge pine forest, this turquoise lake is breathtaking in its natural beauty. Make sure you cross the footbridge to see the best views of this superb setting.

Undoubtedly Savoie’s most delicious speciality, this hard cheese comes in three varieties: Winter Beaufort, Summer Beaufort and le Chalet des Alpages. Only the milk from Tarentaise and Abondance cows is used to make this delicacy – in the warmer weather you’ll see them grazing the mountains of Courchevel.

In Courchevel, edelweiss flowers can be found at the top of La Dent du Villard and in certain spots in the national park of La Vanoise. Recognizable thanks to its star-shaped petals, this flower also has antioxidant qualities.

In 1946 architects Laurent Chappis, Denys Pradelle and Jean-Marc Legrand started work on developing a new concept for living and leisure at an altitude of 1,850 metres. The architects’ innovative approach, which included the ski-in/ski-out format, laid the foundations for Courchevel’s future popularity.

In the midst of one of the most magnificent ski areas in the French Alps, Airelles Val d’Isère promises a stay combining authenticity and exclusiveness.

At the heart of Savoy, on the edge of the National Park of La Vanoise, Airelles Val d’Isère melts elegantly into the scenery thanks to architecture typical of Savoy. Facing the snow front, not far from the ski-lifts, this majestic mountain chalet built of timber and stone stands at the foot of the slopes. Leaving Airelles Val d’Isère and returning on skis or a snowboard has never been easier or more enjoyable! The luxurious Bernard Orcel Ski-Room and its bespoke services (heated shoes, daily maintenance of equipment, hot drinks and sugary treats etc.) will make your days in the snow
simply exceptional. Shopping addicts will be enchanted to discover the new Vanille & Lilas boutique, where a thousand-and-one designer gems await them for a chic and trendy winter!

With its refined atmosphere and meticulously designed decor, Airelles Val d’Isère plunges its guests into a world oblivious to passing time. Thanks to the welcome of porters and car valets dressed in costumes of “Chasseurs Alpins”, total immersion engulfs you right from the start. Christophe Tollemer, the hotel’s architect-decorator, has unfurled all his talent, accompanied by art historian Emmanuelle Vidal-Delagneau. Hundreds of antiques, engravings, furniture and woodwork unearthed in dealers’ shops adorn this splendid Alpine residence. The same goes for the Guerlain Spa which seems to have been hollowed out of the rock. This setting offering remarkable architecture is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful mountain spas, with stone arches, a vaulted ceiling with wide timber beams, and a sumptuous 20-meter swimming pool.

The hotel’s 41 Rooms and Suites, most enjoying views of the Alpine peaks, are particularly enticing for their noble materials and prestigious furnishings. As witnessed by solid wood doors, Louis XIII armchairs, red floor tiles and oakwood parquet floors. Five private apartments with one to four bedrooms, designed in loft style, complete the accommodation on the 5th and top floor. Sleeping up to eight guests, the Montmayeur Apartment is ideal for quality time with family or friends. The sumptuous backto- back fireplace and panoramic terrace of this penthouse of 200 sq.m will fulfil the most luxurious desires. At Airelles Val d’Isère, everything has been designed down to the very last detail to offer a stay meeting your expectations, and beyond.

As vast as the Alpine environment and the ski resort of Les 3 Vallées, the experience of a stay at Les Airelles knows no bounds.

Who has never dreamt of getting behind the wheel of a snow groomer, this machine essential for preparing the slopes? Something offered by the Airelles’ “Monster Dameur” experience. Discover how the snow is cajoled, roaming around the Courchevel slopes when the resort is closed, at the wheel of a snowcat, just like a professional. Smoothing, hollowing, creating humps… Explore the ski domain from a totally different perspective! One-of-a-kind thrills for a rare experience.

An outing in the Airelles’ iconic horse-drawn Hermès carriage is one of the privileges that comes with each stay in the Snow covered Kingdom. Head for the village of Courchevel and ride
through its narrow streets at a leisurely horse-driven pace, as if in a fairtytale. Comfortably installed, cosily wrapped in a cashmere blanket, both young and old alike are in Wonderland…

How about a picnic on the slopes? Les Airelles takes care of everything with a generous basket concocted to suit your taste by Chef Marco Garfagnini. Enjoy a well-deserved break in the great outdoors and boost your strength before setting off again on the ski-runs. On the menu: simple recipes, tasty, local and seasonal, for a memorable lunch surrounded by the mountains.

Restored with the deepest respect for its past, Le Grand Contrôle offers guests a trip back in time to the era of the Kings of France, at the heart of the Château de Versailles.

Built in 1681 by Louis XIV’s favourite architect, Le Grand Contrôle once played host to members of Europe’s political and cultural elite. Today, it welcomes a few privileged guests in 11 sumptuous Rooms and two Signature Suites, decorated individually in 18th-century style thanks to the expertise of France’s finest craftsmen. To tell the tale of this exceptional building and bring it back to life as authentically as possible, Christophe Tollemer, architect and interior decorator for Airelles Collection, delved into the archives of Le Grand Contrôle, focusing in particular on the year 1788, the date of its last inventory. He worked hand-in-hand with Emmanuelle Vidal-Delagneau, a specialist in heritage and the art market, and a member of the Commission for National Treasures, to compose the collection of furniture, art and objects from the 17th and 18th centuries which adorn the residence.

Marquis de Fouquet, Madame de Staël, Rose Bertin… Each Room and Suite at Le Grand Contrôle bears the name of a well-known personality of the day. While offering every modern comfort, they plunge guests into the heart of history thanks to their furnishings, chandeliers, artworks and fabrics. Some are genuine antiques, others faithful reproductions. Some of the upholstery fabrics, curtains or mural drapes have been specially recreated by La Maison Pierre Frey, based on original sketches in the archives of the Château de Versailles, giving each Room or Suite its own identity. The lighting (chandeliers, wall lights and lanterns) has also been designed in the spirit of the 18th century by Mathieu Lustrerie, already entrusted with the lighting in the Château de Versailles.

Perched at an altitude of 1850 m in the Massif de la Vanoise, Val d’Isère is both a typical Savoyard village and a ski resort of world renown.

At the top of La Haute-Tarentaise, at the crossroads of L’Isère and the valley of Le Manchet, the village of Val d’Isère has preserved all its former charm with an 11th-century baroque church, stone and timber chalets with slate roofs. It is also a resort much appreciated for its après-ski. Strolling along its magnificent central street lined with boutiques and restaurants at nightfall, while admiring the illuminated Face de Bellevarde, is quite simply magical.

With a drop of 960 m, this mind-blowing black slope reserved for well-seasoned skiers is one of the most legendary in the Alps. Dreamt up by France’s triple Olympic champion Jean Claude Killy and designed by Bernhard Russi of Switzerland, La Face de Bellevarde has already hosted trials for the Alpine Ski World Cup, but also the World Championships and Olympic Games! Skiing down this run early in the morning on immaculate snow is totally priceless.

The first national park created in France in 1963, this natural site offers the loveliest panoramic views of Val d’Isère. Its hundreds of kilometers of signposted trails, its fauna and flora, and Le Grand Casse peaking at an altitude of 3855 m, make it a favourite playground among hikers. In winter, it offers grandiose scenery resembling the Far North, to be explored on a snowshoe excursion. You will also certainly get the chance to encounter ibexes, chamois and marmots.

On the other side of Bellevarde, at the top of the Mont Blanc chairlift, at an altitude of 2500 m, the Val d’Isère snowpark proposes a wide variety of modules dedicated to both beginners and experts. They include 25 skiing lines, 3 boardercrosses and as many opportunities to try new figures. On skis or a snowboard, freestyle sensations are yours for the taking!

This winter, learn all about ice floating in the crystalline waters of the lake of L’Ouillette. A mind-blowing activity imported from Scandinavian countries, in which you float in sensorial insulation. Wearing an all-over, waterproof Neoprene suit, you simply step into the water, contemplate the sky and the surrounding mountains and, finally, let go. A one-off experience, amazing, but above all soothing.

A stay at Le Grand Contrôle is enhanced by exclusive tours of the Château de Versailles outside opening hours for the public. Accompanied by a private guide, you will discover in total privacy the magnificent Domaine de Trianon, the famous Hall of Mirrors, the “Grands Appartements”, even the “Cabinets” of Marie-Antoinette. You can also explore the estate’s gardens and copses in an electric golf-cart, at your own pace. You will thus benefit from the Domaine in complete freedom.