Provence
France · 300 m
Description
Provence is one of the best-known regions of southern France and a Mediterranean landscape of lavender fields, vineyards, olive groves, and historic towns. The region is renowned for the hilltop villages of the Luberon, the lavender fields of the Plateau de Valensole, Roman monuments, and lively Provençal markets. Cities such as Aix-en-Provence, Arles, and Avignon combine centuries of history with art, architecture, and the distinctive culture of southern France. Provence, whose remarkable light inspired artists such as Vincent van Gogh and Paul Cézanne, is considered the epitome of Mediterranean scenery, culture, and joie de vivre.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 3 to 7 days (optimal 5 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – July
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- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Lavender Fields of Valensole and the Luberon (June - July)
- Luberon Hilltop Villages (Gordes, Roussillon and Ménerbes)
- Verdon Gorge
- Pont du Gard
- Gordes
- Sénanque Abbey and Lavender Fields (June - July)
- Roussillon and the Ochre Trail
- Aix-en-Provence Old Town
- Cézanne's Studio and Mont Sainte-Victoire
- Mont Sainte-Victoire Hiking
- Les Baux-de-Provence
- Château des Baux-de-Provence
- Carrières des Lumières
- Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
- Glanum Archaeological Site
- Arles Roman and Romanesque Monuments
- Arles Amphitheatre (Arènes d'Arles)
- Palace of the Popes (Palais des Papes)
- Pont Saint-Bénézet (Pont d'Avignon)
- Camargue
- Camargue Flamingos
- Camargue White Horses
- Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer and Camargue Beaches
- Calanques National Park
- Calanques Hiking
- Cassis and Calanques Boat Tour
- Gorges du Verdon Kayaking and Canoeing
- Lake Sainte-Croix
- Moustiers-Sainte-Marie
- Colorado Provençal
- Fontaine-de-Vaucluse
- L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue and Antique Markets
- Ménerbes
- Lourmarin
- Bonnieux
- Oppède-le-Vieux
- Sault Lavender Fields (July - August)
- Provençal Markets
- Provence Rosé and Vineyards
- Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vineyards
- Provençal Cuisine and Olive Oil