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Faïence Moustiers-Sainte-Marie

The different decorations on faïence

Recognized throughout the world since the seventeenth century, the decorations on the earthenware of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie have evolved. According to the fashion and the new discoveries, they are of a richness and a remarkable precision which plunge us in the past. Here are some examples of decorations that you will encounter during your visit to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie.

The different decorations on faïence

Access to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie

The village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie is located between two rock faces, at the entrance of the Gorges du Verdon. It is located in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte-d'Azur region. Close to the Valensole plateau and border with the Var department, getting to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie is worth it. You will find in this article the possibilities to go to this unique site in the world.

Access to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie

What is faïence?

Faïence is one of the oldest technique used in ceramic. The faïence Museum at Moustiers-Sainte-Marie traces its history, its evolution since the 17th century.

What is faïence?

MANUFACTURING STEPS OF FAÏENCE

The manufacturing is a delicate process that requires thoroughness. In this article, we’ll see all the different steps needed to create the pottery before decorating it.

MANUFACTURING STEPS OF FAÏENCE

Saint-Jurs - parcours trail FACILES

Au départ du charmant petit village de Saint-Jurs, découvrez les deux itinéraires d'une dizaine de kilomètres de niveau facile que nous vous conseillons de suivre...

Saint-Jurs - parcours trail FACILES

Visiting Sainte Croix’s Lake and its surroundings


Sainte-Croix lake, the third largest artificial lake in France, will charm you with its turquoise color and the beauty of the different viewpoints it offers! The tour of the lake takes about 1 hour by car, for about 60 kilometers. 
Take the time to stop in the main villages that border the lake to contemplate it from every angle...

Visiting Sainte Croix’s Lake and its surroundings

Saint-Jurs - parcours trail DIFFICILES

Depuis le petit village voisin de Saint-Jurs, le plus haut perché du plateau de Valensole, découvrez les deux itinéraires sportifs que nous préconisons aux traileurs chevronnés !

Saint-Jurs - parcours trail DIFFICILES