Jas de Bouffan in Aix-en-Provence was Paul Cezanne’s family home for 40 years. The manor is now preparing to gradually reopen to visitors from summer 2025. The major project unveils the father of modern art and his heritage. Visitors can explore the first rooms to be restored, such as the artist’s first studio, the large Provençal kitchen and Madame Cezanne’s bedroom. You can also enjoy an immersive walk in the grounds. Unleash your inner explorer and uncover hidden gems in a place that’s been given a whole new lease of life.
28 June – 2 November 2025
Bastide du Jas de Bouffan
4, route de Valcros 13100 Aix-en-Provence
OPENING TIMES
28 June to 30 September – Daily, 9am to 7pm.
1 October to 2 November – Daily, 10am to 5.30pm
ADMISSION
Full price: 9.50€ – Reduced price: 7.50€ – Free admission
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The history of Jas de Bouffan mansion
Jas de Bouffan is a famous Aix estate that played a crucial role in the history of modern art. The Cezannes bought it in 1859 and it stayed in the family until 1899. For Paul Cezanne, it was a safe haven where he felt grounded as he travelled between Paris and Aix-en-Provence.
The mansion saw the artist blossom for 40 years, from his first experimental drawings in the Grand Salon to creating his masterpieces.
Cezanne painted a whole host of pieces here, such as still lifes, portraits and landscapes. The property itself, including its buildings and grounds, inspired 36 oil paintings and 17 watercolours. He also painted his famous artwork, The Card Players, in the manor between 1890 and 1895.
Jas de Bouffan is now under renovation to become a prime visitor centre celebrating Paul Cezanne and bringing you a unique experience.
Top 5 reasons to visit the mansion
1. Take a unique deep dive into the world of the real Paul Cezanne
2. See how a historical landmark is restored
3. Explore grounds that inspired his masterpieces
4. Immerse yourself in an ever-changing site
5. Dive into a cultural and social venue
28 June – 2 November 2025
Bastide du Jas de Bouffan
4, route de Valcros 13100 Aix-en-Provence
OPENING TIMES
28 June to 30 September – Daily, 9am to 7pm.
1 October to 2 November – Daily, 10am to 5.30pm
ADMISSION
Full price: 9.50€ – Reduced price: 7.50€ – Free admission
If you’d like to be kept informed, sign up for our newsletter.
Visit Cezanne's home
Behind the scenes of the restoration
Jas de Bouffan, the mansion where Paul Cezanne and his family once lived, is gradually reopening to visitors from summer 2025. The iconic site and inspiration behind the Aix artist’s work provides a unique insight into the painter’s personal life.
The mansion is currently being restored to protect its original features and the first renovated rooms are now ready to explore: Cezanne’s very first studio, the large Provençal kitchen, Madame Cezanne’s bedroom and the sweeping staircase. Every room surrounds you in the artist’s family atmosphere, highlighting key parts of his everyday life and his artistic process.
An ever-changing site
The sprawling 5ha grounds are yours to explore on an artistic trail introducing you to the same landscapes Cezanne saw and painted.
You can also visit a temporary exhibition putting the spotlight on the restoration workers’ latest discoveries, such as the huge 5-6m2 mural Cezanne painted on the walls of the Grand Salon.
The new visitor, relaxation and restaurant areas will help make Jas de Bouffan a prime cultural destination in Aix-en-Provence.
As you wander around the mansion, you can see the restoration unfold on a fascinating journey that gets you up close and personal with the artist’s life and work.
Plan your visit to Jas de Bouffan mansion
Reservations required (including for those benefiting from free admission).
Visit to the bastide accessible to people with reduced mobility (except on the 1st floor).
Pets allowed in the park on a lead, but not inside the bastide.
Bastide du Jas de Bouffan
4, route de Valcros 13100 Aix-en-Provence
28 June – 30 September 2025
Every day from 9am to 7pm (cash desks close at 6.30pm).
1 October – 2 November 2025
Every day from 10am to 5.30pm (cash desks close at 5pm).
Bastide du Jas de Bouffan (guided tour only) + Park
- Full price: €9.5
Reduced price: €7,5, children aged 13 to 17, students aged 18 to 25.
Free admission under certain conditions
Park only
- Full price: €3
- Reduced price: €2, children aged 13 to 17, students aged 18 to 25.
- Free admission under certain conditions
⚠️ Visit the park only: no booking required at the Aix-en-Provence Tourist Office, but directly on site at the bastide du Jas de Bouffan.
Reduced price and free admission are only available on presentation of valid proof of entitlement.
Free admission conditions:
- Aix-en-Provence City Pass holders,
- Children under 13,
- Unemployed people (on presentation of proof of less than 3 months),
- Recipients of RSA, social assistance, minimum old-age pension, disability, etc.
- Inclusion mobility card or disability card, accompanying person on presentation of the mention,
- ICO, ICOMOS pro card,
- Tour guide,
- Press card,
- Patrons (only in the form of OPEN tickets requested in advance),
- Culture du coeur members,
- Social centres and local facilities in Aix-en-Provence.
Free admission on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month to visit the park on your own (subject to capacity).
Ticket office opening soon
Reservations must be made with the Aix-en-Provence Tourist Office:
- on site at 300 avenue Giuseppe Verdi 13100 Aix-en-Provence
- online at booking.aixenprovencetourism.com
⚠️ Visit the park only: no booking required at the Aix-en-Provence Tourist Office, but directly on site at the bastide du Jas de Bouffan.
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