I would never have believed it if I hadn't seen it with my own eyes: thousands of sheep crossing the cobbled streets of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence in a flock, between century-old plane trees and café terraces, before thousands of spectators who have come from across the country. The Transhumance Festival, celebrated on Whit Monday, re-enacts the great seasonal movement of flocks to the summer mountain pastures.
A lively and colourful spectacle
In 2026, Whit Monday falls on 25 May. That day, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence welcomes shepherds in traditional costume, Camargue gardians on horseback, muleteers and their Mérinos flocks in a memorable folk parade. Festivities begin in the morning: Provençal market, sheepdog demonstrations, children's workshops. Attendance is huge, between 30,000 and 50,000 visitors. Arrive early for a good spot.
Getting to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
Traffic and parking information is communicated by the organisers and the town hall before the event: check it before you set off. MR Taxi drops you as close as possible and picks you up at the exit, from all towns in the region, at the guaranteed maximum price announced at booking. If the place is hard to reach, I will give you an easily accessible meeting point.
It is advisable to book at least 24 hours ahead, but even at the last minute I adapt and find a solution. Estimate your trip on the Private transport page or contact us.
