‘To sleep in a sculpture is a wonderful idea’: a hike along Andy Goldsworthy’s epic art trail in Haute-Provence
A long-distance walking route in the south of France devised by the celebrated land artist offers intrepid hikers an opportunity to immerse themselves in nature and art
TL;DR
- The author, a first-time backpacker, joined friends on a 10-day hiking trip in Haute-Provence to visit Andy Goldsworthy's land art.
- The route included staying in free, off-grid sleeping cabins, each restored and featuring a unique artwork by Goldsworthy.
- The trip involved hiking approximately 45km over four days, visiting three refuges and encountering Goldsworthy's sculptures made from natural materials.
- The experience offered a unique immersion in nature and art, with the artist himself stating the value of sleeping within a sculpture.
- The author found the challenging hikes rewarding, noting benefits for bone density and a less boring experience than traditional exercise.