Spa L’OCCITANE en Provence at Le Couvent des Minimes is an extraordinary destination spa located near the village of Mane in Provence, France. Set within a lovingly restored 17th‑century convent, the spa spans over 2,500 m² and elegantly fuses historic charm with contemporary, sustainable design and lush natural surroundings.
In 2025, this spa was honored with the Luxury Lifestyle Awards for Best Luxury Holistic Spa in France, in recognition of its exceptional fusion of luxury, sustainability, and holistic wellness. Notably, it is the world’s first spa certified as an ECOCERT “Sustainable Wellbeing Center”, a label awarded in early 2025 following rigorous audit, and built upon three pillars—organic, fair‑trade products; social wellbeing; and environmental footprint reduction via geothermal heating, resource management, and sustainable textiles.
The spa’s sensory journey is captivating: visitors enjoy an indoor pool, Nordic outdoor pool, multi‑sensory hydrotherapy circuit (including a salt grotto, cyclone shower, ice waterfall, hammam, and twin saunas—one with direct views of lavender fields), plus relaxation areas, a herbal tea lounge, and an on‑site L’OCCITANE boutique.
With ten elegant treatment cabins—including two duo suites—guests are invited to indulge in signature L’OCCITANE rituals such as the “Karité Apaisant” shea butter protocol (using 100 % natural, ECOCERT‑certified, fair‑trade shea butter), energy‑stone massages, aromatherapy, reflexology, and holistic therapies tailored to individual needs.
Complementing treatments, the Spa offers personalized “Wellness Destinations” programs—covering themes like Reconnection & Regeneration, Longevity & Vitality, Detox & Fitness—under the guidance of naturopaths, fitness coaches, osteopaths, and multilingual staff led by hosts Fabien and Valérie Piacentino. Daily classes in yoga, Pilates, Qi Gong, mindfulness, and workshops in aromatherapy and naturopathy further enrich the guests’ experience.
Designed with eco‑sensitive architecture (low‑carbon concrete, hanging gardens, Geopietra® stone cladding) and embedding geothermal systems, the spa honors Provençal heritage while paving a sustainable future for luxury wellness.
This unique sanctuary delivers a truly transformative journey—where authentic Provençal hospitality, profound respect for nature, and customized holistic wellness converge. As an LLA recipient in 2025, Spa L’OCCITANE en Provence at Le Couvent des Minimes sets a new standard for sustainable, regenerative luxury in wellness.
