Atelier de Cézanne
The studio Cézanne built on the northern outskirts of Aix in his later years, where he worked until his death in 1906; his painting props, still-life objects and coat remain as they were.
Cézanne bought land on the Lauves hillside in 1901 and built this studio. The large north-facing window on the upper floor provides even light. Inside, the still-life props he used are preserved: apples, skulls, earthenware jars, plaster casts and easels, and his coat and hat hang on the wall as though the painter has just stepped out. The garden is planted with olive and fig trees and is a pleasant place to rest. Visits require a timed reservation; admission is about €7–10. A 10-minute walk leads to the Terrain des Peintres (Painters' Ground), the vantage point from which Cézanne painted Mont Sainte-Victoire. From the old town of Aix it is a 15–20 minute uphill walk.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–18:00 (seasonal changes; reservation required); closed on some winter dates
Nearby sights
- Aix Cathedral (Saint-Sauveur)
- Aix-en-Provence
- Hôtel de Caumont – Centre d'Art
- Musée Granet
- Montagne Sainte-Victoire
- Palais Longchamp
- La Vieille Charité
- Noailles & Marché des Capucins