All the reasons to visit the Region of Provence on the French Riviera. Our guide covers things to do in Provence, France, including the best towns to visit, where to stay, what to eat, and more.
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There is no question, when you think of Provence in the South of France, you think of lavender fields. Known as "blue gold", the plant has been cultivated for centuries in the area called the Plateau of Valensole in Provence,…
Côtes du Rhône wines are not the fanciest on the block, but they do get around. A lovely glass of wine, while lounging around in the sunny south of France, what could be better!? On either side of the Rhône…
The town of Briançon is known as a gateway to the ski resort of Serre Chevalier, but it has more than just skiing for visitors. It has been an important city in the Alps since the days of the Roman…
Most people have never heard of Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume in Provence. And they don't know its connection to Mary Magdalene, and her years in France. The clue is in this little French town's very long name which is filled with meaning, bringing…
Lourmarin is not one of those Provençale villages that comes up a lot when planning a holiday in France. And that's a pity. Its nearby neighbors like Gordes and Isle-sur-Sorgue get a lot more press coverage. But it is not…
For the locals, Le Panier is special. A tiny little quartier in the city of Marseille, right next to the city's historic harbor, the Vieux Port (Old Port) that today has become a tourist attraction for visitors. A neighborhood still…
Paris may have its Eiffel Tower, but for the Marseillais, it can only be Notre Dame de la Garde. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, it is actually not a Cathedral, but a Basilica. It is known as La Bonne Mere (the…
If you only have a day to spend in Marseille, you are going to want to spend it at the Vieux Port. Marseille's Old Port has a bit of everything: a beautiful harbor, a modern new museum, a charming old…
If you are planning a trip to Provence, you may have stumbled upon a stunning photo of the Gorges du Verdun. Deep in the heart of the south of France, this gorgeous natural river canyon about 15 miles (25km) long.…
Deep in the heart of the natural park of Verdon, lies the village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie in Provence. Perched on a steep hillside, this tiny village near the Gorges du Verdon has been labeled one of the "plus beaux village de…
A sleepy little town in the south of France, Gréoux-les-Bains is famous for its thermal spas. Located in northern Provence, it is near the famous Gorges de Verdon and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie (aka one of the "most beautiful villages in France), all…
If you can read French, you would have done a double-take at seeing the name: Allemagne-en-Provence. It literally translates into "Germany-in-Provence". And even stranger, tourists visiting the area will not miss the imposing Château that dominates the landscape, in an…
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat is a tiny, leafy, Mediterranean peninsula nestled between Nice and Monaco. The once modest fishing village is known today as an enclave for billionaires and a lovely stop for tourists visiting the French Riviera. Yachts populate the marina, and…
Roussillon in Provence will most likely not be the first thing that comes to mind when planning a trip to the area, right? You first start researching lavender fields, then things to do in Aix-en-Provence or Avignon, then just things…
It is easy to see why Villefranche-sur-Mer is a popular seaside town to visit. Located on the outskirts of Nice, in Provence on the French Riviera, it has a lovely beach, a harbor, and a maze of narrow winding alleys.…
If you have never heard of Aix-en-Provence (pronounced "Ex-en-Provance"), you are in for a treat. A chic little town in the South of France, Aix-en-Provence is sometimes called the 21st arrondissement of Paris. With large beautiful boulevards, tiny cobblestone alleys,…
Tourrettes-Sur-Loup is a charming hill-top village in Provence, known for its violet confectionery and artisan shops. It is easily accessible from cities on the Mediterranean such as Nice, Cannes, and Aix-en-Provence. The medieval city is home to renowned arts and…
While the large ski stations in Alpes du Nord (Northern Alps) concentrate on visitors from Paris, London, and Northern Europe, one ski station attracts a large number of skiers from the South of France: Serre Chevalier. And compared to the…
Marseille is a city with a reputation, even within France. But in recent years, it has undergone a transformation. The ancient Greek city on the French Riviera, near the rolling hills of Provence, has so many things to see and…