Discover the top Provence towns and villages
Explore some of the loveliest towns and villages around Provence.
Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Provence Destinations Guide.
Small village in the heart of the wine growing region
This small village in the Vaucluse is literally in the centre of things when it comes to wine growing. It has no less than 14 estates and vineyards in its vicinity, producing wines under the Vacqueyras and Côtes du Rhône labels.
Hilltop village with castle and wine museum
Little village in the Vaucluse department between the Luberon massif and the Durance river.
A small village with an impressive ruined Renaissance chateau at its centre
Visitors to La Tour d'Aigues are mostly drawn here thanks to it's large and impressive ruined castle, which dates back to 1550 and which was burnt down at the time of the Revolution.
A small town on the outskirts of Avignon
Velleron is a small town with around 3,000 inhabitants and can be found around 25km to the east of Avignon, not far from Isle sur la Sorgue.
Pretty rural village in deepest Luberon is a true gem and the set for Hollywood movie 'A Good Year'
Cucuron is a pretty little village surrounded by glorious countryside where walkers can enjoy trails up to the Luberon's highest point, the Mourre Negre.
A pretty village in the heart of the Luberon natural park
Saignon is a small village sitting on a cliff band not far from Apt, at the very heart of the Luberon.
The central town of the Luberon, most famous for producing melons
Cavaillon, as with many towns and villages in Provence, has a diverse cultural heritage and you don't have to walk far to come across its old town, a first century Roman arch, France's oldest Jewish synagogue, or to enjoy the views from the St Jaques hill that overlooks the town.
Gorgeous arty village famous for its red ochre rocks
Roussillon is wonderful village that is notable for its red rocks. You could be forgiven for thinking you've taken a wrong turn into Utah, with the starkly contrasting blue sky, red rocks and green vegetation.
The world centre of perfume in the heart of the French Riviera
The town lies in the hills above Cannes and offers a fresher climate than the balmy coastal towns. A little bit scruffy in places, it does have some wonderful grand mansions in the centre and around the outskirts.
Charming village in the Drome, with a wonderful medieval castle
Grignan is a small village that overlooks the plains of the Rhône valley, just over the border of northern Provence into the Drome region. It's a charming little place but most visitors come here to see its castle.
Traditional market town famous for its chestnut trees and cork industry
Collobrières is a pretty medieval village in the hills of the Massif des Maures.
Tiny village in the Vaucluse, nestled between Gordes and Roussillon
The little village of Joucas is home to just over 300 inhabitants and can be found on the outskirts of the Luberon regional park.
Characterful city, famous for Cezanne and International Festivals
Aix en Provence is considered by many to be the South's cultural and artistic centre, thanks to its ancient university and its inherent connection to the artist Paul Cezanne.
A pretty little village in the foothills of Mont Ventoux
Mormoiron is a small rural village in the north of the Vaucluse region well known for its vineyards, cherry and olive oil production.
A small village in the heart of the Luberon
Gargas is a small village that sits between three low lying hills and since the Provençal word for hill is 'gargan', you can see why the village got its name.
Home to an impressive castle and the Université du Vin
Another medieval town that is dominated by its castle, Suze la Rousse is full of charming cobbled streets and ancient stone buildings.
Stunning medieval village with the best castle in Provence
You shouldn't let the lines of parked cars put you off stopping at Les Baux de Provence. This is one of the loveliest hilltop villages you'll come across, and it's worth the fight through the crowds to take a look. Ideally, don't come in midsummer, otherwise you will be sharing every nook and cranny with a thousand other tourists.
Charming market town located in the centre of the Massif des Maures
A bustling little village that's worth stopping by.