Discover traditional lavender distillation around an authentic still. Enjoy an immersive demonstration of how fine lavender essential oil is extracted.
Musée de la lavande Luberon, 276 route de Gordes, 84220, Cabrières-d'Avignon
From 01/07 to 23/08/2026 daily between 10 am and 6 pm.
From July 1 to August 23, 2026, the Lavender Museum Luberon in Coustellet offers a traditional lavender distillation demonstration, included with the museum entrance ticket.
In the museum gardens, visitors discover the secrets behind the production of essential oil around an authentic open-fire still dating from the late 19th century, now adapted to gas heating. Around this still, each visitor discovers the fascinating alchemy that makes it possible to obtain, through steam extraction, the precious lavender extract known as essential oil.
Accompanied by the distiller, you will dive into an ancestral Provençal know-how and observe the different stages of the distillation process. The explanations also help to understand the differences between fine lavender, the iconic wild plant of the mountains of Provence, and lavandin, the more widespread cultivated hybrid.
The operation of the Florentine flask, used to separate the essential oil from the floral water, is also presented. Between lavender fragrances, traditional gestures and exchanges with the distiller, this demonstration offers a moment that is both educational, immersive and friendly.
Depending on the time chosen during your booking, you can attend and take part in different stages of the traditional distillation process around the still.
The distillation can be observed and is explained throughout the day, allowing visitors to understand each step in transforming the lavender flower into essential oil.
The workshop is offered only for individual visitors during the summer.
Other workshops at the Lavender Museum Luberon
The Lavender Museum Luberon, located in Coustellet, offers several workshops to discover lavender in a different way.
In addition to the scented watercolor workshop, you can take part in other immersive experiences such as the scented watercolor workshop, the sensory workshop or the children’s workshop to create your own lavender sachet.
So many activities to explore the world of this iconic plant of Provence.
Practical information on Traditional Lavender Distillation Workshop
Opening times and periods
From 01/07 to 23/08/2026 daily between 10 am and 6 pm.
Price(s)
Full price : 8 €, Reduced price: 7 €, Child (11-16 years): 4 € (students/pensioners).
Free entry for children under 11.
Persons with disabilities : €5.50.
Included with admission ticket.
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