Nature
The Plan d’eau de la Riaille offers walking paths and picnic areas. The Plan d’eau de la Riaille can be reached on foot, by bicycle and by car; it is also served by a Mobily bus stop. In July and August, the site has a free natural swimming area with two pools, although access is limited to the supervised opening hours of the pools.
The protected Parc naturel régional du Luberon is recognised as a biosphere reserve and UNESCO Global Geopark.
Those choosing Apt for their stay may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Culture
The Musée d’Apt presents the economic history of the Pays d’Apt through faience, candied fruit and ochre, which have contributed to the region’s renown. Through its collections, it preserves the memory of the people involved in processing the region’s natural resources.
The Maison du Parc du Luberon is located in an 18th-century town mansion in Apt and offers a permanent exhibition as well as a geology museum. The Musée de Géologie at the Maison du Parc du Luberon traces the history of the region over 150 million years.
The Cathédrale basilique Sainte Anne in Apt is a Baroque basilica built on Roman structures and features several successive construction phases.
Cycling
The Véloroute du Calavon is a largely car-free greenway with no significant gradients and follows the former railway line for most of its route. It can be started at the Office de Tourisme d’Apt, where it is easily accessible. The route passes through Apt and crosses viaducts as well as leading to viewpoints.
Culinary Highlights
La Maison du Fruit Confit in Apt sells candied fruit and Provençal specialities directly and also has a museum and a tearoom.
