When visiting southern France in summer, you can’t miss the Provence region. One of the main attractions of Provence are the gorgeous lavender fields that can be found all throughout the region. Lavender is derived from the Latin word “lavare”, which translates to: to clean or to wash. Lavender has been popular for thousands of years. The Romans, for example, used lavender in bathing water, in perfumes and as floral ornaments in hair. The beautiful flowers are also referred to as “the blue gold” and we can absolutely see why. Driving around Provence and witnessing these purple fields has been a dream come true. In this blog post we’re sharing where you can find the best lavender fields in Provence and when it’s the best time to visit them.