Located in the heart of Provence Gard, Vallabregues is a charming village located on the banks of the Rhône, between Beaucaire and Avignon. A former center of basketry, it still perpetuates this ancestral art today, which has forged its identity with the European Basketry Festival which takes place every year.
The history of Vallabrègues
Let's go back a few steps. At the very beginning of the 20th century and at the end of the previous century, Vallabrègues was truly considered the capital of basketry. Nearly 450 basket makers lived and practiced their trade in the village. It was only natural that the basket makers settled in the village to work the wicker that grew along the river. Located on the banks of the Rhône, the basket makers went to harvest the wicker in the baïsses, these fertile and marshy lands along the river. The return of the baïsses was celebrated throughout the village and gave rise to large lively parties.
The Basketry Museum
Today you can also visit the museum which traces the history of basketry in this village. Municipal Basketry Museum invites you to explore ancestral know-how through more than 1,500 pieces on display : baskets, baskets, everyday objects or specific creations for harvesting fruits and flowers in Provence.
An unmissable celebration
The Basketry Festival
Each year, the charming Provençal village of Vallabrègues becomes a popular destination for those with a passion for authentic crafts and traditions. Nestled on the left bank of the majestic Rhône River, this picturesque village offers an enchanting setting for rediscovering ancestral know-how and local customs. The locals, proud of their heritage, welcome visitors with a smile and eagerly share their passions and artisanal techniques, unchanged for generations.
traditional entertainment take place throughout the village, with costumed parades.
The Basketry Festival: a journey through time
Every year, the charming Provençal village of Vallabrègues, nestled on the left bank of the Rhône, transforms into a veritable paradise for lovers of crafts and traditions. The European Basketry and Fine Craft Festival offers an immersion into ancestral know-how! This festival, with its unique atmosphere, allows…
A condensed version of Provence
It's a typical Provençal village where you'd love to settle down and take a break. It's a little paradise for those seeking peace and quiet.
The best advice we can give you is to wander around the historic center as you wish…. Vallabrègues seduces with its authenticity, its picturesque streets and its rich artisanal heritage. At the turn of an alley, you will discover the basketry museum and theCovered Cross Workshop, known for its magnificent renovations of antique chairs.
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Visite guidée sensorielle – Vallabrègues, un village de vanniers
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Le 22 July 2026
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