Musée de la Lavande
Museum dedicated to true lavender, with a large collection of stills, gardens and distillation demonstrations in Coustellet.
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About the museum
The Musée de la Lavande opened in 1991 in Coustellet, in the Luberon Regional Nature Park. It was founded by Georges Lincelé, from a family of lavender growers, pickers and distillers, who was also a collector of objects relating to the history of lavender and Provence. The family has grown and distilled lavender since 1890.
The museum calls itself the first and only museum devoted exclusively to true lavender (Lavandula angustifolia). It traces its history, botany, harvest, distillation and uses, from the 16th century to today.
The collection includes numerous stills from the 16th century to the present, 346 heritage objects, farm tools and old labels. The route features botanical areas, a screening room and a digital table. In summer, distillation demonstrations take place in the gardens with a late 19th-century copper still.
Highlights
- Collection of stills from the 16th century to today
- Distillation demonstrations in July and August
- Audio guide in ten languages
- Botanical areas and digital table
- Family workshops: lavender sachets, watercolour, sensory workshops
- Founded
- 1991
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €8 |
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| Reduced | €7Students and retirees |
| Children & teens | €4free up to age 9 · Rate for children aged 11 to 16; free for children under 10. |
| Seniors | €7Retirees. |
| Visitors with disabilities | €5.50Rate for holders of a disability card. |
| Students & apprentices | €7 |
| Groups | –A reduced rate is offered to groups. |
Free admission for the press, tour guides and drivers. In July and August, the distillation demonstration is included in the ticket.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The museum displays the “Tourisme et Handicap” label, without details on the facilities.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Time needed | approx. 60 min |
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| Kids’ admission | free up to age 9 |
- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
Family workshops: lavender sachets, scented watercolour and a sensory workshop for young and old, especially in summer. Distillation demonstrations in the gardens.
Getting there & parking
The museum is in Coustellet, about 5 km from Gordes and 20 km from Avignon.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
Shop with lavender cosmetics, essential oils and perfumes. An online shop is also available.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Audio guide | yes (FR, EN, DE, IT, ES, PT, NL, CS, ZH, RU) |
| Good to know | Guided tours for individual visitors, families and groups. A film shows the lavender harvest. A private lounge allows personalised visits. |
