Dreamy Excursion Destinations: The Most Beautiful Lavender Fields in the World

The Provence region in France is famous for its lavender fields. However, this fragrant floral dream is an experience worldwide. The travel bettercities.net presents seven places where you can witness the most beautiful lavender fields across the globe.

They charm bees and butterflies and create a sea of blossoms: lavender fields. And they're not just in France! In the summer of each continent, the plants bloom primarily in shades of purple or blue, with an intense scent included.

Lavender is also popular as a medicinal plant. The flowers have calming, sleep-inducing, and even anxiety-relieving properties; they are dried and used in scented cushions or processed into lavender oil. The travel bettercities.net introduces classic and unexpected places where the floral splendor is particularly impressive.

The classic: Blooming lavender fields immediately evoke thoughts of France. An iconic image of this violet sea of blossoms is the Sénanque Abbey surrounded by lavender fields, which is among the most photographed buildings in Provence and even depicted in the Miniatur Wunderland in Hamburg. Throughout the valley, the scent of these violet floral carpets spreads during bloom season.

Founded in the twelfth century, this monastery is still inhabited by a handful of monks, and there's a small shop for lavender souvenirs. Those who wish to immerse themselves in the lavender scent and abbey life can rent space for up to six days.

In England, too, it blooms in the summer. The lavender on Lordington Lavender Farm's fields is particularly spectacular. Each year, four hectares of Mailette lavender are harvested by this family business to produce a variety of items from classic lavender oil to pillow sprays and even horse shampoo.

Once a year, for five days, the lavender farm opens its doors to visitors to experience the lavender dream up close - find out when here. They also offer professional photography sessions, private picnics amidst the blossoms, and special events such as live music nights.

What wouldn't hungry moose eat? That was the question before 5,000 lavender plants were planted at the Pine Creek Canyon Lavender Farm in Pine, Arizona, operated by Terry Gorton and Rick Vesci. The lavender varieties planted here are watered with spring water in this mountainous valley.

The varieties grown here are among the most aromatic, and in the restored idyllic farmhouse, the operators offer lavender cooking classes. The best time to visit this extraordinary lavender farm and stroll around is from mid-June to September.

Not just France, but also Italy captivates with its fragrant lavender blossoms. Those who admire the blooming fields around the small community of Sale San Giovanni in Piedmont, Italy, feel as if they're in Provence. Depending on the sun's position, the plant blooms with colors from indigo to violet to pink.

The hills around Sale San Giovanni aren't just for lavender. Other medicinal plants and herbs also thrive here. Chamomile, sage, coriander, fennel, hyssop, and yarrow grow here, gifting the landscape with vibrant colors.

Not France, but Bulgaria is the world's largest producer of lavender oil. Since the 19th century, lavender has been cultivated here. Consequently, you can marvel at vast lavender fields and experience lavender events. The Dobrudzha region in northeastern Bulgaria is especially famous for its blooming carpets.

Various lavender farms have set up there, inviting visitors for tours and tastings during harvest season, and offering products such as essential oils, cosmetics, and teas. Lavender festivals are also celebrated in Shabla and Dobrich.

The region of Castilla-La Mancha has rightfully earned its nickname as the 'Provence of Spain'. Large lavender fields stretch across the sunlit landscape in central Spain, turning the surroundings into a violet sea of color. The epicenter of lavender cultivation is the fields of the small town of Brihuega in the Province of Guadalajara.

Those who want to not only view the blooming plants but also celebrate them, come to Brihuega in July. While the fields bloom in full splendor, the Lavender Festival is celebrated there annually with concerts, culinary delights, and the stunning view of the sea of blossoms.

Tasmania is a landscape dream with its national parks and nature reserves. It's no wonder that the largest and oldest lavender plantation in the Southern Hemisphere is located here. The lavender fields of Bridestowe Lavender Estate stretch over 400 kilometers and cover an area of 48 hectares.

A visit to this lavender dream in Tasmania is worthwhile from mid-December to mid-January when it's winter in Europe and the floral splendor is at its most impressive during the Australian summer. During this time, the Festival of Flowers is also held on the farm, offering tours, workshops, and various events. Alternatively, you can picnic romantically amidst the sea of blossoms, which is also allowed.

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