1. Bollene swimming pool, near Orange
There are two indoor pools here that can be accessed all year, as well as an outdoor paddling pool and larger adult pool.
A snack bar is onsite and there's a lawn area for sunbathing.
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2. Gardanne Swimming Pool, nr Aix-en-Provence
Just to the south of Aix is the town of Gardanne. They open an outdoor swimming pool in the summer, with a 50m pool, baby pool, slides, playgrounds and a relaxation area.
3. Viton Swimming Pool, Apt
Run by the town hall, this outdoor swimming pool is only open in the summer time, from the end of June until the end of August.
Opening hours tend to be from 12 noon until 7.00pm. Children under eight must be accompanied by an adult. Expect to pay a couple of Euros per person.
4. Thermes Sextius Spa
The Thermes Sextius Spa is Aix-en-Provence has long been known for it's thermal treatments, and has now developed a wider range of well-being treatments for a wonderfully relaxing break in Aix.
The spa offers a luxurious selection of well-being options:
- Full body massages & wraps
- Beauty treatments
- Thermal baths
- Aquabike, Aquagym & AquaStretchBall
- Sauna
- Hammam
Located at the Aquabella Hotel, it is open to guests and non-guests alike. Monday to Friday, 8:30-20:15; bank holidays, 10:30-17:15; Saturdays 9:30-19:15; Sundays 9:30-16:30 (19:00 in spring and summer).
5. Caneton swimming pool, Sorgues
There are two swimming pools here - an indoor one for winter and outdoor one for summer.
6. Manolaya Yoga Centre
Yoga classes, workshops and retreats - the Manolaya Yoga Centre offers all things yoga.
Specialising in holistic systems such as Hatha yoga. For full details on current the programme or to find out more then please use the booking enquiry link on this page.
7. Outdoor Swimming Pool, Vaison la Romaine
In the centre of Vaison la Romaine is the 25 metre outdoor swimming pool, a childrens pool and a relaxation area.
It is open in the summer only, from June to September. Opening hours are generally 11am to 7pm and it costs a few Euros per person.
8. Sainte-Victoire Aquatic Centre, Venelles
This leisure centre has two indoor pools, a 50 metre outdoor heated swimming pool, with terraces and beaches, and water sports.There is also a weights room and dance studio.
A water playground is suitable for smaller children, whilst the pools inside can be used for swimming competitions.
Come for a swim, or join in one of their aquabike classes.
Opening hours:
- Mondays - 08:00 - 20:00
- Tuesdays & Thursdays - 10:00 - 20:00
- Wednesdays - 11:30 - 20:00
- Fridays - 11:30 - 21:00
- Saturdays - 10:00 - 12:30 and 14:00 - 19:00
- Sundays & Bank Holidays - 09:30 - 13:00 and 14:30 - 18:00
9. AltiGrimp Indoor Climbing, Valreas
Your chance to give climbing a try, improve your technique and skills and have a great time with family and friends.
With plenty of variety of difficulty and some interesting and unusual routes, this climbing wall is fun for everyone from the complete beginner trying climbing for their first time, to the extreme and advanced experts looking for some winter training space.
They are open all year but the times and dates to vary according to the month and season. Check before you go by emailing or calling them, to avoid disappointment.
10. Lei Chambris Yoga retreat, Salernes
Nestling in the foothills of St Barthelemy, an area renowned for its outstanding beauty and natural healing waters, Lei Chambris offer individual private accommodation on a glorious domain of 10 acres in a stunning setting.
Yoga, massages and meditation are available on the domain.
11. Aix Yoga Center, Aix en Provence
The Aix Yoga Center is a 150m2 studio yoga in the heart of Aix en Provence.
A wide variety of yoga styles including Ashtanga, Kundalini, Iyengar, Vinyasa, Yin, Meditation, Pre and Postnatal Yoga, Yoga for Children and much more. Some are even taught in English.
12. Valreas swimming pool, Valreas
Three outdoor swimming pools with lifeguards, open during the peak summer months.
One pool is reserved for children only and there are two larger pools with diving boards.
Sunbathing can be done on the deck surrounding the pools or the lawns.
Open every day in July and August from 10:00 am to 19:30.
Entry fee 2-3 euros.
13. Public swimming pool, Beaumes de Venise
This outdoor pool is located next to the Gendermerie near the market place in Beaumes de Venise.
It has lifeguards on site and a snack bar / restaurant.
Opening Hours:
- June & September 12:00 to 19:00
- July & August 10:00 to 20:00
Prices: from 1.40 euros to 19.80 euros. Cash only.
14. Vesubia Mountain Park, Saint-Martin-Vesubie
Indoor fun for all the family, regardless of the weather on the outside. The new centre provides a unique experience for those wanting to try caving, canyoning and climbing.
Canyoning - A series of workshops at different levels, each equipped with a waterfall. The climb is via stairs and climbing channels with multiple difficulty levels. It includes slides 2.5m in length and between 1.5 and 3m free fall.
Caving - the route is 80m in length with 5 difficulty levels.
Climbing - the climbing wall offers some 36 ropes with multiple routes. The varying levels of difficulty are suitable for children and beginners, right up to more advanced climbers.
Swimming - a 25m swimming pool, plus an outdoor pool, paddling pool for kids, leisure pool with massage jets and even a beach. There is a fitness area, sauna and steam room.
15. Public swimming pool, Sault
Sault has a summer swimming pool with children's paddling pool, play areas and a snack bar.
Open every day in July and August.