Colorful landscapes, endless meadows with bright colors, the neighborhood of the mountains and the sea, olive groves, magnificent kitchen, pink wines and abundance of perfume shops – all this can be found in Provence. We tell you how to spend a vacation in the southern region of France.
How to get
We recommend starting a journey through Provence from Marseille, where the largest airport in the region is located. You can fly from Russia with a transfer in Algeria or Istanbul, the cost of tickets starts from 33,000 rubles* in one direction.
Bets or trains regularly run between large cities of Provence, but it is much more convenient to get acquainted with Provence by car.
The main cities of Provence
Marseilles
The attractions in the noisy capital of the Provence are the most diverse: a colorful old port with a fish market, forts and souvenir shops, an elegant basil of Notre Dame-de-la-Gard on a hill, from which the surroundings, the Lonshan Palace, the trading streets of the paradi and Saint-Feriole, as well as the innovative residential complex “Residential Unit”, erected according The project of the architect Le Corbusier, which is considered a pioneer of functionalism and modernism.
Marseille guests are opening up many opportunities for one -day travel: go by boat to the IF castle, where Count Monte Christo languished, or to the Friul Islands to half -wild beaches. You can arrange hiking along the paths in the Kalanki National Park or sunbathe on the beaches of Prado all day. And be sure to plan dinner with a tasting of the Marseille fish soup Buyabes.
Where to stay in Marseille:
In the three -star Ibis Budget Marseille Prado hotel (assessment 6.8) – from 7,400 rubles per day*.
In the apartments Studio Facing the Sea in Downtown Marseille (estimate 10) – from 18,600 rubles per night*.
In the Magnifique Haut de Villa Les Camoins Marseille (estimate 10) – from 22,000 rubles per day*.
Avignon
A city with a rich historical heritage, which was the residence of the Roman dads. Its main attractions are the Papal Palace of the XIV century, the Cathedral of Notre-Dam-de-de-Dom-Dom and the four surviving span of the Saint-Beneza bridge. Every summer in Avignon there is a theater festival, groups from different countries come to take part in which. Performances are held in the open air in the courtyard of the papal palace.
Where to stay in Avignon:
In the hotel Le Magnan (score 9.7) – from 7,800 rubles per night*.
In the Domaine de Rhodes hotel (score 9.5) – from 12,900 rubles per day*.
The Hive Hotel De l’Horloge (score 9.9) – from 14,000 rubles per day*.
Ex-en-provence
Former capital of the region. She pleases the guests with a thick shadow of plane, the murmur of fountains at every step, a leisurely rhythm of life, ancient mansions and churches. Fans of painting should find the workshop of the Impressionist Paul Sezanne, where the artist created many outstanding works. By the way, the city is on mineral springs, so do not forget to capture the swimsuit and go to local balneological resorts or to Roman thermal baths.
Where to stay in the ex-en-provence:
In the Apart-Hotel Odalys City Aix En Provence L’atrium (rating 7.8)-from 7,800 rubles per night*.
In the Maison du Collectionneur hotel (score 9.4) – from 25,800 rubles per night*.
In a five-star hotel with Villa Saint-Ange basin (9.3 rating)-from 63,200 rubles per day*.
Grass
The city is considered the perfume capital of France: in its vicinity, from the 7th century, rare essences from Mimosa, Lavender, Mirta, Jasmine, Roses and flowers of wild orange have been produced from the 7th century. In 2018, the technology of perfume production of Grass was included in the UNESCO intangible cultural heritage list. It is also here that the action of the novel by Patrick Zyuskind “Perfumer” unfolds. Among the main attractions are the International Museum of the perfumes, the Congress Palace, the Fragonar plant, the nototre-dam-du-pui cathedral and the monument to Bunin.
Where to stay in the grace:
In the Apart-Hotel Résidence le Virginia by popinns (rating 8.0)-from 7,300 rubles per night*.
In the five -star Bastide Saint Antoine – Relais & Châteaux (Assessment 9.2) – from 31,300 rubles per day*.
Arle
This small town became famous thanks to Van Gogh: it was here that the artist created such masterpieces as “Sunflowers”, “The Night Terrace of the Cafe” and “Star Night”. In Arle, many antique buildings have been preserved – for example, the theater (I century BC) and the amphitheater (the 1st century AD), where up to 20 thousand spectators could fit.
Where to stay in Arle:
In the House for Vacation Arles Fait Sa Révolution (rating 9.1) – from 15,600 rubles per night*.
In a five-star spa hotel with a restaurant Hifeel & Spa Jules César Arles-Mgallery Hotel Collection (estimate 8.2)-from 27,400 rubles per day*.
Interesting villages
Mutier-Sent-Marie
This is the gastronomic center of Provence, where several local restaurants are marked by the Michelin star. Trying in a village stands Ratatuy, Pie Pak (lamb legs and stuffed sheep stomach in white wine), Do (stewed stewed beef with vegetables and provenic herbs) and a rose from the surrounding vineyards. In addition, Mutier-Sent-Marie is a very picturesque place: the village is surrounded by rocks overgrown with forest, the main street is crossed by a mountain river, and with terraces the views of olive groves, fields and cypresses are opened.
Where to stay at Mutier-Sent-Marie:
In the two -star hotel Le Relais de Moustiers (estimate 8.8) – from 9,700 rubles per night*.
In the three -star Hotel Les Restanques de Moustiers (score 9.1) – from 11,900 rubles per day*.
Lacost
The appearance of this village has almost not changed since the 18th century – in those days the scandalously known Marquis de Sad lived here. Now his estate belongs to the designer Pierre Carden: he bought Chateen and 22 more houses, decorated the surroundings with modern sculptures and organized a festival of dance, theater and opera Lacost, which takes place every year in June. From the castle terraces, a view of the picturesque Valley of Lyuberon opens: these are oak bins, vineyards, olive groves, apple and cherries, fields with kawayon melons.
Where to stay in a lacom:
In the three-star spa hotel Le Domaine de Capelongue & Spa (estimate 8.9)-from 40,300 rubles per night*.
In the House Home Home Rue Raspail (rating 7.0) – from 41,300 rubles per day*.
Menerb
The authentic medieval village, which Nostradamus once called the “ship in the ocean of vineyards.” Two kilometers, a huge plantation of the domain de la-Sitadel was spread out, where tastings and excursions are carried out (there is even a museum of corkscrews with a thousand exhibits from around the world on its territory).
Where to stay next to Menerb:
In a hotel with the Mas Dansavan Chambres d’Hifes basin (score 9.2) – from 12,500 rubles per night*.
In the Dansavan vacation house (score 9.3) – from 18,500 rubles per day*.
Natural beauties
Classic appearance as from postcards opens on Plato de Valanzol: It is here that the famous lavender-sunflower field is located. This place is located next to a small village of the same name. In the flowering season (from June to August) there are a lot of tourists on the main field, however, traveling by car, you can well travel around the environs and find more secluded places with no less impressive views.
Where to stay in Valanzol:
In the apartments Maison de Village au Pays des Lavandes à valensole (score 9.2) – from 6,800 rubles per night*.
In the Les Terrasses de Valensole (score 9.4) – from 10,900 rubles per day*.
Beautiful orange city Russillon Surrounded by the bizarre landscape of the canyons, where the ocher was once mined. Now, in former quarries, mines and ocher rocks, excursions are conducted: landscapes are alien here. This route is called Owner trail of Russillon.
Where to stay in the Russillone:
In the guest house Lou Amourie (score 9.5) – from 9,100 rubles per night*.
In the three -star hotel Les Sables d’Ocre (rating 9.4) – from 13,200 rubles per day*.
Of course, coming to Provence, one cannot help but see the famous mountain massif Kalanki Kassis And picturesque Cape Cap-Kanai. To enjoy the views, go to the port of Cassis and sit on a yacht or boat: these places are especially good from the water. If you have a license to control the boat, you can rent it yourself and spend time on one of the secluded wild beaches. And there are many paralagayding centers in Cassis, so you will also get to admire the terrain from the height of a bird flight.
Where to stay in Cassis:
In the hotel Le Jardin d’Emile (estimate is 8.5) – from 24,300 rubles per night*.
In the five -star Hotel Les Roches Blanches (score 9.0) – from 78 100 rubles per day*.
Amazing views meet visitors Verdonsk gorge: This is one of the largest and most beautiful canyons in Europe, cutting out Provencal and seaside Alps. The bright-lazored waters of the river, picturesque cliffs, covered with forest, caves and green Lake Saint Crois: it is difficult to describe all the interesting locations that are waiting for you here. Many pedestrian routes have been laid along the gorge.
Where to stop at the Verdon gorge:
In the hotel Le Mas de la Chérine (estimate 8.8) – from 10,400 rubles per night*.
In the Château d’Esparron (rating 9.3) – from 22,900 rubles per day*.
In the area Kornish del Esterle is a small but interesting mountain range of red rocks with a top Peak-du-cap-thtowering 454 m above sea level. You can get to the mountains along the pedestrian paths, and after the campaign – go down to the beach on Gulf of Antheor.
Another great place for hiking and camping is a ridge Vokluse. The highest mountain of the massif is a bath: you can climb it on foot or on a bicycle track. Climbing is carried out through thick forests, along the way you will find many sky-blue lakes and streams. This territory is considered a biosphere reserve guarded by UNESCO.
Where to stay in Vlums:
In Appartement de Charme Dans Le Luberon (estimate 10) – from 11,600 rubles per night*.
In the hotel Mas des Muses (score 9.9) – from 16,500 rubles per day*.
*Prices are relevant at the time of publication.
