Publications

Here is a list of titles published by the CME :

Centre Méditerranéen de l'Environnement/CPIE des Pays de Vaucluse/ Coopération Parfums Provence Ventoux / Association Spéléologique du Plateau d'Albion.
A la découverte de la lavande aux quatre saisons, (« Discovering Lavender Throughout the Four Seasons »), Les Editions du Toulourenc
The organisations that participated in the production of this guide have combined their efforts to propose a means of discovering the area in a spirit of respect for the environment and for those who work on the land around the Ventoux hills. Above all, this is an invitation to discover lavender country throughout the four seasons. Each walk is accompanied by a map and a thorough description.
This guide is part of a programme of activities around the theme of lavander growing: activities with young people and adults, teaching tools, development of rambling trails, etc. The project benefits from the support of the European Union in the context of the Leader+ programme “Autour du Ventoux” (“Around the Ventoux”), the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Region, the Conseil Général du Vaucluse, and the tourist office of Sault.

 

 

 

Centre Méditerranéen de l'Environnement/CPIE des Pays de Vaucluse/ Coopérative Parfums Provence Ventoux / Association Spéléologique du Plateau d'Albion (2010) . A la découverte de la lavande aux quatre saisons, Les Editions du Toulourenc. Lavande, Cahier de Découverte à l'usage des 8/12 ans ( Lavander  ("Discovery Workbook for use by 8 / 12 years")

Lavender is a small activity book with  riddles and lead to discover what an amazing plant is lavender for children and adults Illustrated by Virginie Peyre, Lavender is also an invitation to walk on Mont Ventoux and discover its mysteries and natural wonders.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

M. Gravier (2002). Paysans et paysages de l’Arc Comtadin, [Land-owners and landscapes of the Comtadin Arc], Aix en Provence, Edisud/CME.
Behind the term "Arc Comtadin" lies the magnificent landscape amphitheatre located between the south slope of the Ventoux Mountain, the Dentelles of Montmirail and the Vaucluse hills.
This book was born from the conviction that this exceptional landscape heritage we have inherited is in danger and that we are destroying it. It is not merely merchandise or a tourist activity but a living space of essential cultural value for all of us. The author, Mireille Gravier, has written a detailed study of the evolution of the landscape of the Comtadin Arc over a century, with the aim of exposing the reasons for its degradation and explaining the activities of those who refuse to accept it. The book ends with proposals for walks aimed at getting to know the landscape.

 

M. Gravier, (2006). Paysans et Paysages du Mont Ventoux, [Landowners and landscapes of the Ventoux],  Brantes, Éditions du Toulourenc.The Ventoux landscapes that we can observe today are the reflection of the evolving relationship between humankind and the mountain. It has shifted from a working relationship toward a leisure-based one, but it is a relationship that is always lived out with passion.
The aim is to allow future generations to better understand the interaction between humankind and our surroundings, and to reflect on the meaning and importance of our territory.
The CME team wants to help you get to know the Ventoux mountain (sometimes called the “Giant of Provence”) through the testimonies of local people. We also propose a number of walks to help you discover the mountain.

 

Centre Méditerranéen de l’Environnement / CPIE des Pays du Vaucluse (2007). A la rencontre de Jean Henri Fabre, [Meeting with Jean Henri Fabre], Arceaux, Les Éditions du Toulourenc.
This book, which makes use of teaching illustrations, has a double aim. The first is to make known the life of this famous nature specialist who was born in the Aveyron and spent a large part of his life in the Vaucluse. The second use of the book is to propose activities around the discovery of the environment for a young public. Making a sun-dial, observing insects, measuring the height of a tree, enjoying a nature walk in the Ventoux, etc.
The watercolours by René Mazyn depict Fabre’s life. The sketches are by Ana Zajac. The text is by Mireille Gravier.
The book was put together with the support of the PACA Region and the Conseil Général 84. It is part of the new collection entitled “Regard sur le Ventoux” published by the  Réserve de Biosphère du Mont Ventoux.

Centre Méditerranéen de l’Environnement / CPIE des Pays du Vaucluse (2008). A la découverte du Ventoux [Discovering the Ventoux],  Brantes, Les Éditions du Toulourenc.
A six day discovery programme for getting to know the Mont Ventoux has been put together by the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region, the Conseil Général of the Vaucluse, and the Centre Méditerranéen de l’Environnement / CPIE des Pays de Vaucluse, in the context of the Leader+ Ventoux programme of the European Commission, with the assistance of naturalists, geologists, historians, geographers and farmers. Their contributions have led to the creation of a guide, which proposes six thematic itineraries for getting to know the mountain: “The secrets of water”, “A country full of stones”, “The agricultural landscapes of the Comtat”, “From sheepfold to sheepfold”, “Along the Toulourenc” and “In the footsteps of Jean Henri Fabre”.