Lavender Harvesting and Distillation Workshop in Bellegarde

Overview

Available languages

English

French

3 hours

Mobile ticket

This workshop allows you to discover the entire process of extracting floral waters and essential oils.

But above all it allows you to participate concretely, because it is you who will pick and distill your lavender!

An activity that starts at the plant and ends in the bottle, which you will fill with floral water and essential oil freshly extracted by you. You will leave with your creation and the pleasure of saying “product made with my hands”.

An activity that highlights local know-how, nature, organic farming and the delicious scent of pretty lavender!

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

We advise you to bring your sunscreen.

Prohibited for children under 10 years old

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Cutting tool + protective gloves

Cap / hat (on sale on site: €6)

Drinks (on sale on site)

What To Expect

Immerse yourself in the heart of our fields of flowers and aromatic plants: Learn how to use the pruning hook, a traditional Provençal tool, to harvest your lavender. Then follow us into the distillery to load the plants into the still. You will discover the entire process of extracting organic essential oils (used in cosmetics, perfumery, etc.). Fill your bottle with the floral water and the oil extracted thanks to your precious contribution!