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Painting in the Bibémus quarries

About

  • Pets allowed

The Bibémus quarries are a remarkable place where nature has reclaimed its territory. The ancient stone quarries adorn the city of Aix-en-Provence with their warm colors. The harmony between the trees, the stones, the colors, and the light invites contemplation and creativity.
As you walk around, you will discover motifs that inspired Cezanne and you will have the chance to draw and paint in these places.

With teaching methods adapted to all levels and audiences, your instructor, a painter, offers drawing and watercolor classes amidst these exceptional landscapes. Drawing on many years of experience, she will share simple and intuitive tools to sharpen your eye and express your wonder on paper. This activity can be repeated as often as you like; practicing art in contact with nature offers ever-renewed possibilities. Basic materials will be provided. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes for walking approximately 2 to 3 km with minimal elevation gain.

➜ Language: French and English
➜ Duration: 3 hours / Please bring appropriate footwear - The activity includes a 2-3 km walk on a gently sloping path
➜ Basic materials will be provided (paper, gouache paint, pencils)
➜ Pets allowed.

Reservations can be made with the travel advisors at the Aix-en-Provence Tourist Office or on the Aix-en-Provence Tourist Office website.

⚠⚠ There is no regular bus service to the Bibémus Quarries site - personal vehicle / taxi recommended.
On-demand bus service available for round trips - Information and booking at https://www.aixenbus.fr/fr/NOL-Le-Bus-a-la-demande.html
IMPORTANT: As the on-demand bus option is not guaranteed, we recommend making arrangements BEFORE booking your tickets for the activity. Once booked, the activity is non-modifiable, non-cancellable, and non-refundable. In case of delay, the guide reserves the right to refuse you access to the tour. No refunds or rescheduling will be possible.⚠⚠

  • Languages spoken: English, French
  • Animals : Accepted
  • Environment : In the city, in the historic center
  • Services:
    • Pets allowed
    • Wheelchair accessible with assistance
    • Wheelchair accessible independently

Prices

From 23/01/26 to 20/11/26

Adult
55€
Child 5 to 16 years old
38€

Schedules

  • From 03/04/26 to 24/07/26

    • Monday : Farm
    • Tuesday : Farm
    • Wednesday : Farm
    • THURSDAY : Farm
    • Friday : from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    • SATURDAY : Farm
    • Sunday : Farm

    Also on April 12, May 31, June 7 and July 19 from 3pm to 6pm.

  • From 23/01/26 to 27/03/26

    • Monday : Farm
    • Tuesday : Farm
    • Wednesday : Farm
    • THURSDAY : Farm
    • Friday : from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
    • SATURDAY : Farm
    • Sunday : Farm

    Also on March 15th from 2:30pm to 5:30pm.

  • From 28/08/26 to 25/09/26

    • Monday : Farm
    • Tuesday : Farm
    • Wednesday : Farm
    • THURSDAY : Farm
    • Friday : from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    • SATURDAY : Farm
    • Sunday : Farm

    Also on September 13th from 3pm to 6pm.

  • From 02/10/26 to 20/11/26

    • Monday : Farm
    • Tuesday : Farm
    • Wednesday : Farm
    • THURSDAY : Farm
    • Friday : from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
    • SATURDAY : Farm
    • Sunday : Farm

    Also on October 11th and 25th from 2pm to 5pm

Contact

Go to the Bibemus car park
3080 Bibemus Road
at the level of the DFCI barrier
13090 Aix-en-Provence

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