Paul Cezanne 2025: An exceptional year in Aix-en-Provence
Aix-en-Provence and Paul Cezanne, a story of love and inspiration.
In 2025, the city celebrates its most illustrious painter with a series of events that plunge visitors into the intimate world of this visionary of modernity. New exhibitions, the gradual reopening of his family home, a trail in the master’s footsteps…
This year will be an invitation to discover Cezanne in all his facets.
Whether you’re passionate about art, curious about history or simply in search of beauty, the Year of Cezanne 2025 promises a unique immersion in the work and life of this Aix-en-Provence genius.
Back to basics: Cezanne and Aix-en-Provence
“When I was in Aix, I thought I’d be better off somewhere else, but now that I’m here [Paris], I miss Aix. Once you know Aix, you’ve had it ! No place else speaks to you !” – Paul Cezanne
Aix-en-Provence was not only Paul Cezanne‘s birthplace, it was his refuge, his muse, his anchor. It was here that he developed his unique pictorial language, experimenting with light, color and form that would influence the entire history of modern art.
In 2025, Aix-en-Provence will honor this heritage with an exceptional program:
- A major exhibition at the Musée Granet
- The gradual reopening of the Jas de Bouffan country house, where Cezanne grew up and painted
- Immersive cultural trails in the artist’s footsteps
- Events and exhibitions in several museums and emblematic sites
A journey into the world of Cezanne awaits you, in the heart of the Provence he loved so much.
Key exhibition: Cezanne at the Jas de Bouffan
- From June 28 to October 12, 2025
- Musée Granet, Aix-en-Provence
Cezanne’s year will be marked by an exceptional exhibition at the Musée Granet: Cezanne au Jas de Bouffan. More than just a place to live, this bastide was a veritable laboratory of experimentation for the artist, where he painted some of his most emblematic works.
This unprecedented retrospective will bring together over 130 works – paintings, drawings, watercolors – from prestigious collections around the world (Paris, New York, Tokyo, London…).
Among them are such essential masterpieces as :
- Les Joueurs de cartes
- Les Quatre Saisons
- Le Baigneur au rocher
- Nature morte aux cerises et aux pêches
- Baigneuses
This thematic tour reveals how Cezanne forged his style, transforming his home into a veritable open-air studio.
In the footsteps of Cezanne: iconic places to (re)discover
Aix-en-Provence is a living canvas, where every stone and every landscape resonates with Cezanne’s imprint. In 2025, several emblematic sites are reopening their doors or offering new immersive tours:
The Bibémus quarries: the birthplace of Cubism
Located at the foot of Sainte-Victoire, these ochre-hued quarries inspired more than 27 of Cezanne’s works, including La Montagne Sainte-Victoire vue de Bibémus. It was here that he experimented with the forms and perspectives that would influence Picasso and Braque in the birth of Cubism.
The Jas de Bouffan country house: the heart of his inspiration
A family home and the painter’s first studio, the Jas de Bouffan bastide will be gradually reopened in 2025. Discover the restored rooms, walk through the inspiring grounds and learn how this place shaped his artistic vision.
L’atelier des Lauves: the sanctuary of his last works
Cezanne’s last creative space, the Atelier des Lauves has remained intact, preserving the very essence of the painter. From summer 2025, it will offer an immersive experience, allowing visitors to plunge into the artist’s creative intimacy.
Other major exhibitions and events
Aix and Cezanne
📅 June 6, 2025 – January 5, 2026
📍 Musée du Vieil Aix
This exhibition recounts the complex relationship between Cezanne and his hometown, from his rejection by the Aix elite to his late recognition.
La petite galerie Cezanne
📅 February 4 – October 12, 2025
📍 Galerie de la Manufacture
An immersive, playful exhibition for children, allowing them to discover the Cezannian universe through interactive games.
Cezanne at the Pavillon de Vendôme: the 1956 and 1961 exhibitions
📅 June 19 – November 2 2025
📍 Musée du Pavillon de Vendôme
A unique retrospective on the first major exhibitions devoted to Cezanne in Aix, with an immersive virtual reality reconstruction.
Stay at Villa Amara for a Cezanne immersion experience
A luxurious setting a stone’s throw from history
Located just a few steps from the historic center of Aix-en-Provence, the Villa Amara offers a refined and intimate setting for experiencing the Year of Cezanne 2025 to the full. Enjoy the calm and charm of this exceptional residence, with easy access to exhibitions and tours dedicated to the painter.
In Cezanne’s footsteps: Itineraries from Villa Amara
- Musée Granet – 10 minutes on foot (800 m): A pleasant stroll through Aix’s historic center.
- Bastide du Jas de Bouffan – 8 minutes by car (2.5 km) / 15 minutes by bike: Easy access by car or bike via avenue Philippe Solari.
- Atelier des Lauves – 7 minutes by car (2.5 km) / 25 minutes on foot: Can be reached on foot by climbing the Lauves hill, or by bus (line 5 from downtown).
- Carrières de Bibémus – 15 minutes by car (6 km): Accessible only by car or via an organized guided tour with transportation included.
- Montagne Sainte-Victoire – 25 minutes by car (14 km): Access by car with nearby parking for hiking on Cezanne’s favorite trails.
2025 will be a unique year to rediscover Paul Cezanne and his unbreakable bond with Aix-en-Provence. With exhibitions, immersive tours and cultural events, this celebration promises an unforgettable immersion in the world of the master of color.
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