Le Laou

Le Laou offers five types of accommodation, from a double room to two-bedroom apartments, as well as a chalet and a house. Sizes range from 30 to 70 m². The Queen Room has a seating area and a terrace; the apartments offer more space and include a kitchen or kitchenette. Several units overlook the garden, and one of the apartments also offers a pool view.

All categories have private bathrooms. Depending on the accommodation, you will also find air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a fridge, a dishwasher or a coffee machine. The apartments and chalet have a private entrance and a terrace; the Superior Chalet stands out for its sauna. Accommodation sleeps two to four people. Bed configurations include a large double bed, a double bed, single beds and bunk beds, with arrangements suited to couples and small groups.

Le Laou brings together places to unwind and useful facilities for a stay in Mimet. The spa and wellness centre offers a sauna, massages and beauty treatments; an open-air bath provides another way to relax. In the garden, you will find outdoor furniture, a sun terrace, a picnic area and barbecue facilities. The outdoor pool has a shallow end, sun loungers, parasols and a fence.

Activities listed include hiking, cycling, fishing, canoeing, horse riding and diving. Yoga classes, bike tours and walking tours are also available. Breakfast can be served in your room, and a kettle or coffee machine is provided. Private parking is free and accessible to guests with reduced mobility; Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. A 24-hour reception, luggage storage and a shuttle service complete the facilities.

Mimet is a Provençal village set among the hills north of Marseille, with houses clustered around its streets and hilly landscapes all around. The setting suits travellers who want to combine strolls through a small village, outdoor activities and trips to the towns of Provence. Paths in the surrounding area cross wooded landscapes and hills, while nearby villages retain traces of their mining history.

The Church of the Transfiguration is 1.1 km away and offers a glimpse of the village's heritage. The Mining Museum, 2.1 km away, tells the story of the mining industry that shaped this area. For a more substantial cultural outing, Aix-en-Provence and the Musée Granet are around 13 km away; the Camp des Milles Memorial is another historical site to visit nearby. Marseille-Provence Airport is 23 km away. Gardanne and Simiane railway stations serve the area; a car makes it easier to travel between the villages and sites spread across the region.

You could start the day with a walk around Mimet, then visit a site devoted to the area's mining heritage or take a trip to Aix, where the old town and its museums offer a different atmosphere. Fine weather is well suited to hikes and breaks in the garden or by the pool. Spring and autumn are pleasant times to explore the hills without the intense summer heat; in summer, plan walks for the morning and save the afternoon for a swim or spa treatments.