Overview
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
In Cotignac, explore the art of olive farming with Gilles, a passionate olive farmer. Dive into the heart of its organic olive grove to discover authentic olive growing and harvesting techniques. Learn how to prune olive trees while enjoying the beauty of the surrounding landscape. The tour concludes with a tasting of different olive oils, where you can appreciate the nuances of liquid gold in his shop. A true immersion in the fascinating world of olive awaits you.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Dive into the heart of Green Provence for an authentic experience between olive grove, terroir and sensations. I welcome you to my plots, at the foot of the Rocher de Cotignac, for a rare immersion in the daily life of an olive artisan. During the visit, you will discover the life of a Provencal orchard, the rhythm of the seasons, the gestures of the trade, the local varieties and the secrets of olive maturity. Here, everything is lived with the senses: - the fragrance of leaves heated by the sun, the song of cicadas, the texture of the fruit under the fingers, - the light that slides between the rows of olive trees. The following tasting is a highlight: you learn to taste olive oil like wine, to recognize the ardence, bitterness, aromas of fresh herb, almond or artichoke. Each oil tells a story, each sensation opens a door to the terroir. More than just a visit, it is a sensory break, an encounter with a profession, a landscape and an intimate Provence, far from the tourist circuits. Gilles
Options
Visit of the Olive grove and tasting in Cotignac
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Pickup points
Lou Calen
1 cours Gambetta Cotignac France
Maison Gonzagues
9 rue Leon Gerard, Cotignac France
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A superb visit to the Olive Grove and the tastings afterwards
jeremyridley,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a superb visit to the Olive Grove yesterday followed by beautiful olive oils to taste. Gilles came and met us and we followed him by car to his olive grove deep into the countryside. He was superb in describing the grove, the trees and the countryside to us in very good English. It was fascinating to hear how the trees are pruned and how the olives are then harvested both in November and December. The biodiversity of the grove was amazing to see with all the wild flowers and herbs used for the cross pollination. It was interesting to hear the development of the olives and how the olives harvested in November differ to those later in the year. It was also good to understand the risks associated with the growth through the year and how natural sources help fight any disease and also how fire can be hopefully prevented. The grove was so tranquil and beautiful, it was a thrill to visit. We then went back to Giles’s shop in Cotignac where we tasted 5 different olive oils and heard how they could and should be used in different cuisines and dishes; also the length of time each oil could be kept. They were all delicious. This was a brilliant visit and Gilles is inspirational in changing his career to grow olives (the only grower in Cotignac and infectious with his enthusiasm. We were 3 adults and an 11 year old and we All highly enjoyed the visit. For anyone visiting Cotignac, I would highly recommend the visit and the tasting and we will be back to visit the shop before we leave. Thank you Gilles !!
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