Where Provence soothes you gently, nourishes you fully, and leaves long-lasting memories.
A corner of Paradise in the Provençal Var region
In the heart of Cotignac, one of the jewels of the Var region, classified among “The Most Beautiful Villages of France”, hotel Lou Calen flourishes within 3 hectares of rich and glorious nature. This eco-resort promises a total change of scenery in the heart of still-undiscovered Provence, only an hour from the spectacular Verdon valley and the sunny beaches of the Côte d’Azur. The 36 guest bedrooms are either nestled in the midst of the glorious gardens or overlooking the village square, set within the walls of the original hotel building. Each room has been crafted and decorated in harmony with their environment.
3 heated pools april – october
Jacuzzi
Massage area
Tennis court
2 pétanque courts
Bookstore & curated boutique
2 private secure car parks
A taste of Provence in four special spots
During your stay, Lou Calen invites you to experience unforgettable moments: whether at the Jardin Secret, a restaurant selected by the Michelin Guide, and where chef Benoit Witz revisits Provençal gastronomy with finesse; or the Bistrot and its generous cuisine with flavors from here and elsewhere. Two more addresses entice you out of your luxurious room and into the Provençal art of living: the microbrewery La TUF, a festive bar that lights up evenings in Cotignac; O’Fadoli, a haunt for the curious where each hour has its ritual.
Create unforgettable memories
From 1 Jan. To 31 Dec.
The smell of warm croissants, the sizzle of flame-grilled meats, the crack of a sea bream’s salt crust… Every Sunday, Le Bistrot’s flavoursome cooking takes on the feel of a feast, with a generous buffet bringing together local produce and fresh culinary inspiration.
Lieu :
Day :
Sunday
Hours :
11 am à 3 pm
Tarif :
From 56€
Booking:
Recommended
From 13 Feb. To 31 Oct.
Every Saturday lunchtime, lobster takes centre stage. Hot or cold, simmered, sautéed or flame-grilled, Benoit Witz cooks it in line with the kitchen garden and market. A four-course set menu, renewed weekly, ending with creations from our pastry chef.
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Day :
Saturday
Hours :
12 pm to 2 pm
Tarif :
85€ (excluding drinks)
Booking:
Mandatory, limited availability
Sunday 25 October
Guided by Mathieu Segret, you will painstakingly sculpt a vase, scrape by scrape, using a kiridashi, a traditional Japanese knife. You will learn different sculpting gestures and leave with your wood creation as well as with the tools needed to carve wood at home should you wish to.
Lieu :
Schedule :
9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Tarif :
95€ (material provided)
Booking:
Mandatory, limited availability
Sunday 25 October
Lou Calen joins in the Cotignac Quince Festival! The village’s signature fruit features on Le Bistrot’s brunch buffet and in a new cocktail at O’Fadoli. Market, competitions, parade, concert… An autumn Sunday just as we like it, with good food and good cheer.
Lieu :
O'Fadoli :
11 am - 10 pm
Bistrot :
11 am - 3 pm
Tarif :
Brunch from 56€
Booking:
Recommended at Le Bistrot
Sunday 1 November
A Sunday to get moving and enjoy good food: once a month, former Olympic athlete Fabé Dia guides you through a Pilates session designed to strengthen your body and ease tension. Then it’s time for Le Bistrot’s generous buffet, to savour at your own pace.
Lieu :
Schedule :
11 am to 12 pm
Tarif :
Pilates only : 25€ ; Pilates + Brunch : 76€
Booking:
Mandatory, limited availability
From 6 Nov. To 8 Nov.
Take three days and spark your inner transformation. That is the promise of this autumn retreat, which combines sound therapy, Qi Gong, and breathwork to guide you towards the release of limiting patterns. A healthy vegetarian diet will support this process.
Saturday 7 November
Sandra sculpts clay, stone and wood, inspired by the human form and guided by the qualities of her materials. During this workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of modelling, a sculpting technique that involves shaping clay by hand, as you create your own original sculpture in clay from Provence.
Lieu :
Schedule :
9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Tarif :
60€ (material provided)
Booking:
Mandatory, limited availability
Friday 13 November
Night has fallen over Cotignac. From Cours Gambetta, Lou Calen’s Verrière glows in the candlelight. The piano awaits the talented José Roland Koffi for a recital devoted to film music. A magical evening is about to unfold, bringing together art and gastronomy.
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Schedule :
Concert at 7pm, followed by dinner
Tarif :
75€ (concert + 3-course menu, excluding drinks)
Booking:
Mandatory, limited availability
Get stuck in and let Provence take over
What to do in and around Cotignac: 7 days in the Var countryside
Welcome to the France’s sunniest region of Var, where a week of adventure and discovery awaits you. Set down your suitcases at Lou Calen!
Festive Feasts at Lou Calen
What if this year you let Lou Calen redesign your most beautiful holiday memories? Savour together the magic of Christmas in Provence and the joy of welcoming in the New Year.
Family holidays in Provence Verte and the Haut-Var: what to do with children?
In Provence, the best adventures can be experienced as a family. Suspended villages, crystal-clear rivers and lakes, French castles worthy of a storybook… each day promises new delights.
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Awaken your senses!
As you wake, the first rays of sunshine light up the nature around you and enhance the rich smells of warm croissants coming from the kitchen. The only thing required of you is to enjoy breakfast while working out your morning programme: creative workshop, botanical walk, discovery of the most beautiful markets in Provence, game of golf or tennis...
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Feeling a bit peckish?
It’s time to eat, and get stuck into the best local produce. Head to the Bistrot restaurant, where you will be welcomed into a large glass conservatory that opens onto a beautiful leafy terrace. On the menu you’ll find Provençal recipes intertwined with world cuisine - and when weather permits, the art of flame-grilled cooking reveals the quintessence of Provençal meats, fish, and hearty vegetables.
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Explore Provence!
On foot, on horseback, or by electric bike, every route is open to discovery within our corner of Provence Verte. Through wild and sunny nature, let yourself be delighted by our picturesque villages, inspiring art installations, monuments steeped in history, as well as exceptional wine estates and olive groves. Take the opportunity to meet local merchants, artisans and artists and, immerse yourself in memorable moments where tradition and lifestyle come together with passion and know-how. There are certainly unforgettable encounters waiting for every guests.
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From aperitif to dinner
On Cours Gambetta, O’Fadoli knows how to welcome its guests: a fine selection of pastis and absinthe, carefully chosen spirits, flavourful cocktails, and little bites to share at a leisurely pace. As the evening comes alive, head to La TUF, the place where people gather to play, laugh and dance before a vibrant live stage hosting artists from all horizons. And for dinner, place your trust in chef Benoit Witz. At the Jardin Secret, he welcomes you as though you were at home, with a single set menu, seasonal produce, and instinctive cooking with the true taste of Provence.
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Time for the king’s rest
With your appetite satisfied and your head full of happy memories of the day, you yearn for the enticing privacy of your room. At the height of comfort and carefully decorated with gentle, appeasing colours, with natural materials and Provençal fabrics – our rooms have been designed to offer you the absolute best place to rest.
