Bouc-Bel-Air: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes
In Bouc-Bel-Air, the Castrum de Buccum served as an important fortified post between Aix and Marseille.
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History and Culture
The Château de Bouc Bel Air was built in the 8th century on a steep rock at an altitude of 279 metres to withstand Saracen raids. It belongs to the municipality of Bouc-Bel-Air, where numerous events take place; however, it is open only during events and/or exhibitions.
The Église Saint André is documented as dating from 1098 and 1185 and was under the authority of Saint Victor Abbey. Its round-arched portal is classified as a protected monument. The Chapelle Bonne Mère, also known as Notre Dame de l'Espérance, is a Romanesque chapel from the 12th century and was a pilgrimage site. The Chapelle Notre-Dame de l'Espérance is open only during the Journées du patrimoine.
The Jardins d'Albertas are classified as a historic monument and were laid out in the 18th century by the Marquis d'Albertas. They are a French garden with terraces, steps, tiered pools and a cascade.
The Orgue Jean Daldosso was inaugurated in May 2006. It is a polyphonic Baroque organ with links to the instrumental stylistic tradition of northern Germany. Bouc-Bel-Air's organ programme includes the Festival d’Orgue de Bouc Bel Air in July.
Nature
The hiking trails in the municipality of Bouc-Bel-Air are intended to showcase the municipality's natural and cultural heritage. The Sentier Bois de Bouc is an 8.5-kilometre route. The Parcours Patrimoine comprises a long route of 9 kilometres and a short route of 5.6 kilometres.
For the higher-level travel overview: Bouches Du Rhone.
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