News from Avignon

Great events, concerts, festivals and markets, with more to come. 

There's a bit of a chill in the air and the leaves on the trees turn from green to red and orange.

The start of summer and there are literally hundreds of things to see and do.

One of the busiest months in terms of things to do, as well as the number of visitors.

Summer is in full swing in Provence and there are lots of events to enjoy during your visit.

Provence has been a popular choice for family holidays for many years, thanks to the ease of access, the weather and the plentiful activities for children, particularly in the summer.

If you have one day to spend in this pretty city you'll see that, luckily, Avignon is a relatively small place to get around, whether travelling on foot or bicycle it's a pleasure.

Coming on holiday to Provence doesn't necessarily have to mean that you have to step down a gear and enjoy a slower pace of life, although there's absolutely nothing wrong with that.

As the leaves on the trees and vines start to change from green to russet red, the last of this season's grapes are harvested and the Provençal summer slowly starts turning towards autumn.

The climate in Provence is generally great, with roughly 300 days of sunshine beaming down across the region each year. However, that statistic does still leave 65 days on average when the sun doesn’t shine.

Provence has hundreds of lakes, rivers, beaches, gorges and public pools where you can cool down when a heat wave hits the region, as temperatures sometimes reach over 40ºC.

Looking for the perfect place to say "I do" is normally the first and most important part of your wedding plans, and the beautiful region of Provence has more than its fair share of stunning locations, unique settings and venues that will 'wow' your guests.

Hailed by many as the cultural centre of the South of France, Aix-en-Provence is packed full of interesting architecture, narrow streets, picturesque squares and plenty of museums and galleries.

From classic hotels to shabby chateau chic and modern and contemporary creations, Provence's capital city, Avignon, has plenty of choice for the discerning traveller. 

Imagine a spa day to recover after a long cycle up Mont Ventoux. Or a beauty treatment before exploring the vineyards of this glorious region. Maybe even a week-long detox programme to soak up the Provençal sun.

Provence is a vast region and choosing somewhere to stay can be a little daunting in such a large area. With a huge offering of B&B guest accommodation or "Chambres d’hôtes," you're spoilt for choice, although you can narrow down your search if you're looking for something specific.

Michelin-starred restos in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur area