Detailed description (English): The Vélo Vin Copains festival in Luberon (20 September 2025) invites 300 participants of all ages to explore a 32 km route through vineyards, villages, and heritage sites, accessible to all types of bicycles. By favoring cycling over motorized transport, the festival highlights cycling as a viable, fun, and social mode of everyday mobility. Practical workshops help participants learn how to maintain and repair their own bicycles, strengthening autonomy and long-term use. Along the way, riders meet local producers, taste regional specialties, and enjoy music and conviviality, creating strong links between citizens, tourism, and local economies. With safety measures, responsible consumption tools, and a focus on inclusivity, Vélo Vin Copains Luberon shows how active mobility can be practical, joyful, and rooted in European values of sustainability and community.
Target group(s): - Young adults from 25 to 35 without children.
- Families with young children.
- Students.
- Active elderly people. (60+ years old)
Most originate from metropolitan area nearby.
Objectives: 1. Promote sustainable mobility by encouraging cycling as a practical, enjoyable, and low-carbon mode of transport.
2. Foster autonomy and resilience by offering participants workshops on bicycle maintenance and repair.
3. Strengthen local ties through encounters with producers, artisans, and cultural actors along the route.
4. Encourage responsible leisure by combining outdoor activity, moderate wine tasting, and cultural discovery in a safe setting.
5. Enhance the visibility of the territory by showcasing the landscapes, heritage, and gastronomy of the Luberon.
Partner: - Vélo Loisir Provence Association
- Destination Luberon (Tourism office)
- Pays d'Apt Luberon (Tourism office)
France