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Quiet time french tour of the Jas de Bouffan mansion

In order to provide a more relaxed visiting experience, this 1 hour tour with a reduced number of participants offers a simplified commentary. The tour will cover the key aspects of the history of the site and Paul Cezanne. (only in French)
This 1-hour tour is designed to explore the rooms of the Jas de Bouffan estate in a calm and peaceful manner. With a small group of 10 people, this visit is not immediately followed by another group, ensuring tranquility within the monument and allowing for specific time adjustments. The commentary is simplified while providing the essential information to understand the history of Paul Cezanne and the beginnings of his work.
Residence of the Cezanne’s family from 1859 to 1899, this home sheltered the early works of Paul Cezanne and the imprint of his permanent artistic exploration. The tour will highlight living spaces, including the grand salon, which will be revealed and enhanced through a projection system. It stands as a witness and a relic of Paul Cezanne's early pictorial production and the birth of Modern Art. On the second floor, accessible by elevator, the visit will show the first studio of the Aix master, located in the attic.

➜ 1-hour tour with 15 minutes for the group to get acquainted with the site + 45 minutes of commentary.

🎟️ Booking at the information desk or on the website of the Tourist Office.

Contact

For information

visit the website

To make a reservation

online reservation

Opening times and Prices

From 28/06 to 30/09/2025
Mondays and Wednesdays at 12:15pm and Sundays at 12pm
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From 01/10 to 02/11/2025
Mondays and Wednesdays at 1pm and Sundays at 12:45pm

Please make sure to arrive 20 minutes before the start of the guided tour.

The quiet time tour in French offers a simplified accessible discourse.
Accessible to people with reduced mobility, with the exception of Léda's bedroom on the 1st floor of the bastide.

Prices

Full price: 9.50 € (Adults aged 18 and over.), Reduced price: 7.50 € (For 13- to 17-year-olds. For 18 to 25 year-olds on presentation of a student card.).


● Included in City Pass Aix-en-Provence

● Free admission for children under 12. Unemployed (proof less than 3 months old), recipients of RSA, social assistance, minimum old-age pension, disability, Carte mobilité inclusion, or disability (accompanying person on presentation of mention), ICO pro card, ICOMOS (with card), Guide conférencier (with card), Journalist (with card), Culture du cœur members.

With the Aix-en-Provence City Pass

Quiet Time guided tour in French is free on presentation of your City Pass - offer valid for one visit during the period of validity of your Pass - reservation required. You also benefit from a 10% discount on your purchases (excluding bookstore).

Salles de réunion

Show map

Bastide du Jas de Bouffan

4 rue de Valcros

13090  Aix-en-Provence

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