Hike in the footsteps of Marcel Pagnol
Come walk in the footsteps of Marcel Pagnol on the holiday route. A unique experience to live with incredible landscapes.
Immersive experience on Marcel Pagnol's family vacation route. Come experience or relive Provençal films like “La Gloire de mon Père”, “Le Château de ma Mère”, “Manon des Sources” written by Marcel Pagnol directly where they were filmed. The smell of the hills, thyme, rosemary, the songs of cicadas and birds will allow you to feel the same emotions. You will discover wonderful landscapes representative of our region. Go hiking with us to discover all these wonderful places. You will discover some of the works of this author known and recognized in Provence. We will also share some anecdotes. As the author says so well: “It’s not a mountain, it’s not a hill, it’s Garlaban!!!”
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Hike in the footsteps of Marcel Pagnol
What's included in Hike in the footsteps of Marcel Pagnol
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Chateau de la Buzine
We will start with the place that both amazed and frightened Célestine, Marcel Pagnol's mother, during these weekly trips to their vacation home. Don't worry, Mastoc, the guard's dog, no longer lives there...
Cimetiere de la Treille
You will discover the final resting place of the Pagnol family and that of Lili (David Magnan) who rests in this same place.
Discover the filming location of Manon's home in Manon des Sources and the place where Ugolin cried out to her for his love
Inclusions
- We will prepare a picnic for you with regional products so that you can taste the flavors of Provence :-)
- 2 pairs of walking poles (on request)
- Bottled water
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We can accommodate guests with dietary requirements such as vegetarians and vegans. Just let us know.
- If you require walking poles, please let us know at the time of booking.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- We will go together to this place starting from the Château de La Buzine. In case of delay, we will meet at this 2nd meeting point in the small parking lot opposite the entrance to the Cemetery.
