Lecture: “Olive Oil in Provence”
Cultural Conference Regional ProductsTuesday 03 November 2026
from 18:00 to 19:30
Location : Château des Baumes
Presentation
Amandine Milic, a tour guide, invites you to discover the history, traditions, and symbols associated with the olive tree in Provence—a millennia-old tree that shapes the landscape and embodies the values of longevity and peace.
Harvesting and pressing—legacies of ancient techniques—preserve a body of knowledge passed down for centuries. Olive oil is at the heart of Provençal cuisine, from aioli to tapenade, and is used in a variety of traditional ways. It also enriches the region’s intangible cultural heritage, featuring in sayings, proverbs, and literary references. This “green gold” of Provence is a symbol of Mediterranean culture and identity.
Event Organizer
Office de Tourisme d'Istres
Location
Château des Baumes
Château des Baumes
48 Boulevard Dethez
13800
Istres
- Spoken language(s) :
Prices
Free of charge.

Destination
Château des Baumes
48 Boulevard Dethez
13800
Istres
GPS coordinates
Latitude : 43.512083
Longitude : 4.983046
- Further information :
- Château des Baumes Place


