This former 12th-century Cistercian monastery on the plains of the Durance northwest of Aix-en-Provence is the least active the "three sisters of Provence". Only recently restored, Silvacane is no longer a working abbey or a church. Although empty, the abbey is an excellent example of the beautiful Romanesque style architecture and the historical image of the Cistercian life.

For children different treasure hunts are available to discover the abbey in a fun way with the family.

Three Cistercian abbeys called the Three Provençal Sisters of Provence were founded in the 12th century: Sénanque Abbey, Thoronet Abbey and Silvacane Abbey.