Valentia was designed and created as a turnkey solution, simple and easy to use, for both individuals and artisans and heritage sites. In just a few clicks, take part in a discovery initiation near you, at an artisan's workshop or a place of your choice, without any hassle or stress.

A website where our artisans and French heritage sites invite the public to share a moment of life, exchanging for a few hours. Valentia does not just offer you a simple visit; it invites you to step inside the workshop's intimacy, offering an exclusive behind-the-scenes view.

Imagine discovering not only skills and unusual places but also the personal stories and challenges of the people who bring them to life. It’s a rare opportunity to reconnect with centuries-old knowledge and uncover what lies behind every work or heritage treasure.

A unique and authentic experience where you have the chance to meet artisans and passionate people, discover their skills, and even learn traditional techniques. These "Discovery Initiations" are moments when you immerse yourself in a world to live a true human adventure.

By participating, you experience the journey of an artisan. You consider career possibilities you had never imagined before: discover local job opportunities, help prevent population exodus to big cities, and support the social and economic fabric of our regions.

These experiences are a dive into the daily life of artisans, enriched with their personal anecdotes and practical knowledge. The artisans teach you the passion and determination needed to practice and excel in these trades. This involves understanding the techniques, tools, and materials necessary to master their art.

Have the chance to immerse yourself in a time capsule with the people who keep these traditions alive and discover hidden and little-known heritage. Each place and artisan is selected and verified by our team. This ensures you have an unforgettable experience, learn, and discover new things. Moreover, your involvement provides direct support to the artisans themselves and local communities; your contribution reflects the social responsibility we all share towards our History and heritage. Each of us has a role to play; great rivers are formed by small streams.

Join us in this adventure, where every moment spent with an artisan or in an exceptional place becomes a life lesson, a step forward towards a future where art and heritage are not only preserved but also celebrated.

Provence & the Côte d’Azur: visits, villages and ateliers