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Cucuron

Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Country

France

Region

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Cadenet

Portes du Luberon

Area

32.68 km² (12.62 sq mi)

Population

(2004)

1,828

• Density

55.936/km² (144.87/sq mi)

Time zone

UTC+01:00 (CET)

• Summer (DST)

UTC+02:00 (CEST)

INSEE/Postal code

84042 /84160

Elevation

235–1,105 m (771–3,625 ft)
(avg. 375 m or 1,230 ft)

¹ French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km² (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Cucuron is a charming village located in the south of France. About 1,828 people lived here in 2004. It is part of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region and can be found in the Vaucluse department.

Discovering Cucuron
- Where is Cucuron Located?
- What Makes Cucuron Special?
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Discovering Cucuron

Cucuron is a small, historic village. It is known for its beautiful old buildings and peaceful atmosphere. The village is nestled in the Luberon mountains, which are famous for their stunning natural beauty.

Where is Cucuron Located?

Cucuron is in the Vaucluse department. This area is in the southeastern part of France. It is part of the larger Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. The village is close to the town of Apt and is part of the Cadenet canton.

What Makes Cucuron Special?

Cucuron has a rich history. You can see parts of its old ramparts, which were walls built long ago to protect the village. The village also has a lovely church called Notre-Dame-de-Beaulieu. Its old doors and architecture are very interesting.

A unique feature of Cucuron is L'étang. This is a large basin of water right in the main square. It's a popular spot for both locals and visitors to relax. There are also ruins nearby that tell stories of the past. High above the village, you can find the Notre-Dame-de-Beauvoir chapel. It offers amazing views of the surrounding countryside.