The Cultivation of Lavender
Lavender Distillery

Let yourself be told the great adventure of the lavender distillery.

The story begins much like a novel set in Provence. A passionate couple, Christine and Philippe Soguel, had a dream. What if they took over a family distillery that had been established for decades on the banks of the Eygues in Nyons? It was 1994. Since then, they have made significant progress! Over 30 years, they have continuously developed the business, forging partnerships with prestigious brands like Christian Dior Perfumes, L'Occitane en Provence, Weleda, and Pranarom. Technical innovations have emphasized energy savings and biodiversity protection, without forgetting fair trade, ensuring fair compensation for plant producers.

Lavender, lavandins, and aromatic plants produce essential oils of recognized quality, mainly from organic farming. Among their many activities to share their love for the Provençal emblem are self-guided tours, guided conferences, and soap-making workshops. The program includes the history of this distillery built in 1939, harvest seasons, distillation processes, and olfactory discoveries of essential oils. Let yourself be told the great adventure of this incredible company!

Surrounded by a variety of scents, visitors experience a unique immersion in a historical site with passionate and inexhaustible hosts. The experience can extend into the boutique. You'll find numerous products, perfumes, and cosmetics, but also seasonal ice creams to enjoy on a shaded terrace. Organic essential oils of lavender AOP, lavandins, thymes, sages, mint, and vervain... with expert advice on how to use them!

A GOURMET BREAK WITH A LAVENDER FLAVOR

The experience at the Distillerie Bleu Provence would not be complete without a break at the Tisanerie Pause Bleu Thé. On the shaded terrace, you can enjoy hot or cold drinks. And, of course, beverages made from Provençal aromatic plants are also featured. How about some ice cream? The Tisanerie offers emblematic flavors (lavender, thyme, rosemary) created in partnership with the Master Ice Cream Maker, Terre Adélice. Simply irresistible!

In May, June, and September, the Tisanerie is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM, and seven days a week in July and August from 2:30 PM to 7:00 PM.

AND ALSO... WORKSHOPS FOR ALL AGES!

• DIY Cosmetic Workshop: Learn how to make your own beauty products (moisturizing creams, purifying masks…) using natural ingredients. Every Tuesday at 4:30 PM, starting from age 14.
• Soap and Provence Plants Workshop: Children learn to make their lavender soap with a range of quality natural ingredients. For ages 6 to 12, every Wednesday and Friday at 10 AM in July-August.
• The Authentic Art of Making Lavandin Fusettes: Get familiar with the ancestral tradition of making lavandin fusettes, these small decorative objects that scent closets. Every Monday morning at 9:30 AM in July-August. For ages 14 and up.