Market Day in the Luberon

There is a market within easy reach every day in Provence, no matter where you are.
Our two favorite local markets are Cucuron on Tuesdays and  Lourmarin on Fridays.

The Cucuron market is on the Etang in the center of the village.

 It is small but has a little of everything. And enough choices of prepared (take out) food to take us through to Fridays market.  No need to cook or go to the local supermarket!

The market always has the basics of a good meal. Chicken, ham, fish, vegetables, cheese etc.

They also have lots of items to tempt you..... soaps, socks, dresses, fabrics..... and are always a riot of colour.

And of course you can have a ringside seat to watch the action, helped perhaps by a pastis....or coffee...

Or you  can always make a lunchtime reservation at La Petite Maison

Lourmarin, on the other hand, is a very large market, taking over most of the village.  It is a destination market for people who live in other parts of Provence. Its prices tend to be a little higher because of its clientele.

However it also offers the same choices in terms of food and from some of the same people who are at Cucuron........

 but has a larger selection of items which tempt tourists......

 The market people are very friendly, take their time in serving you and always have a 'bon mot'!