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Carrières des Lumières

Step into a monumental underground world where art, light, and sound collide at Carrières des Lumières. Wander through towering quarry walls illuminated by sweeping digital projections that bring Monet, The Little Prince, and other iconic works to life. A fully enveloping 360° journey of color and movement set inside a breathtaking stone cavern.
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Picasso artworks projected on walls at Carrières des Lumières exhibit.
Frida Kahlo artwork projections at Carrières des Lumières exhibit.
Picasso artwork projected on quarry walls at Carrières des Lumières exhibit.
Frida Kahlo artwork projected at Carrières des Lumières exhibit, featuring vibrant jungle theme.
Man viewing Picasso artwork projection at Carrières des Lumières exhibit.
Frida Kahlo artwork projected on walls at Carrières des Lumières exhibit.
Picasso artworks projected on stone walls at Carrières des Lumières exhibit.
Frida Kahlo artwork projected on walls at Carrières des Lumières exhibit.
Picasso artworks projected on stone walls at Carrières des Lumières exhibit.
Frida Kahlo artwork projected at Carrières des Lumières exhibit, featuring vibrant colors and nature themes.
Visitors viewing Picasso projections at Carrières des Lumières exhibit.
Frida Kahlo artwork projected on walls at Carrières des Lumières exhibit, with visitors walking through.

Carrières des Lumières Immersive Experience Tickets

1 hr

  • Step inside Carrières des Lumières in Les Baux-de-Provence, where quarry walls become a large-scale digital canvas for art and sound.

  • Your ticket includes entry to immersive digital exhibitions, with projections, music, and narration filling the historic quarry space.

  • See artworks and stories unfold around you in a 360° setting, creating a museum-style experience without traditional galleries.

  • Upgrade to the Picasso and Frida Kahlo exhibit to see their works projected across the quarry’s monumental stone walls.

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  • Step inside Carrières des Lumières in Les Baux-de-Provence, where quarry walls become a large-scale digital canvas for art and sound.

  • Your ticket includes entry to immersive digital exhibitions, with projections, music, and narration filling the historic quarry space.

  • See artworks and stories unfold around you in a 360° setting, creating a museum-style experience without traditional galleries.

  • Upgrade to the Picasso and Frida Kahlo exhibit to see their works projected across the quarry’s monumental stone walls.

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Pro tips to help you make a pick

Your tickets are timed-entry, so you must choose a 15–30 minute slot. If you’re late and the session is full, entry may be refused.

The venue offers either of the shows: Monet & Rousseau, or The Little Prince. Your ticket covers only the chosen show.

Expect intense visuals and sound: large projections, sudden light–dark shifts, and occasional strobe-style effects. This may affect visitors with sensory sensitivities.

Weekends, holidays, and peak-season dates often sell out 2–4 days in advance, especially in rainy weather. Same-day entry isn’t guaranteed, so book early.

Allow extra time to explore the nearby village and château: Carrière des Lumières pairs perfectly with a full Les Baux outing.

About Carrière des Lumières

Carrière des Lumières is a highlight of any Provence art and culture collection, offering a one-of-a-kind blend of digital artistry and natural grandeur. Its immersive shows, set within a dramatic limestone quarry, make it a must-visit for those exploring the region’s creative and historical treasures, easily paired with the medieval village and fortress of Les Baux-de-Provence.

AddressRoute de Maillane, 13520 Les Baux-de-Provence, France
Also known asQuarry of Lights
Year opened2012
Visitors per year770000
Expected wait time - Standard0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

Carrière des Lumières occupies a former limestone quarry, with galleries reaching up to 14 meters high and covering about 7,000 m².

The immersive shows use around a hundred projectors to animate art across the quarry’s walls, floor, and ceiling.

The main projection loop lasts about 35–40 minutes and repeats continuously, so visitors can watch as many times as they like.

The quarry maintains a constant temperature of 14–16°C year-round, making it a cool retreat even in the height of summer.

Carrière des Lumières welcomes approximately 700,000 visitors annually, making it one of Provence’s most popular cultural attractions.

Why visit Carrière des Lumières?

Immersive digital art in a monumental quarry

Experience world-famous masterpieces projected floor-to-ceiling across 7,000 m² of limestone, creating a walk-through light show that’s unlike any traditional museum.

Blockbuster themed programs

Enjoy ever-changing exhibitions featuring artists like Monet and Le Douanier Rousseau, or themed stories such as The Little Prince, all brought to life with vibrant visuals and sound.

Multi-sensory soundtrack

Let curated music, perfectly synced to the moving images, heighten the emotional impact and make each visit a truly unforgettable experience.

Family-friendly and accessible

The site is stroller- and wheelchair-friendly, with step-free access and a lift to the mezzanine, making it welcoming for visitors of all ages and abilities.

Unique Provençal setting

Nestled in the dramatic Val d’Enfer near Les Baux-de-Provence, the quarry’s cool, weather-proof interior offers a refreshing escape and a perfect pairing with the nearby medieval village and château.

Plan your visit

Address

Route de Maillane, 13520 Les Baux-de-Provence, France

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