Mont Sainte Victoire
This pyramidal peak features in over 60 of Paul Cezannes paintings. The light and the colours are a dream for artists, and non-artists can also enjoy the scenery via the lattice of walking trails that cross the mountain slopes.

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Hotel with swimming pool, tennis court and fitness room
The alliance of soil, flowers and water gives the hotel great charm. A harmony with the nature where you feel good, surrounded by the careful attentions of a warm host family.
The gorgeous garden of one and a half hectare with ornamental lake, pond, fountains, water lily, antic columns, offers a large panel of activity.
Young and adults can have a walk in this place of nature, vegetation and can enjoy the beds of flowers, roses and geraniums. The hotel proposes different kind of activities: enjoy the large swimming pool to swim breast stroke or bask in the sun. The sportiest persons will appreciate the tennis court or the gymnasium.
With all the details and flavour of Provence, the 13 rooms for two or three persons have a lot of character and great charm. From the terrace you can enjoy a very fine view of the garden.
    This pyramidal peak features in over 60 of Paul Cezannes paintings. The light and the colours are a dream for artists, and non-artists can also enjoy the scenery via the lattice of walking trails that cross the mountain slopes.
    An exciting path through the forest...but not on the ground! This tree top adventure will have you swinging from the branches and enjoying the sights and sounds of nature.
    The Club, established in 1932 has a long and interesting history. Situated on the banks of the river l'Arc over 30 acres, 5 minutes away from the city centre the Club Hippique Aix Marseille offers a full range of facilities.
    The Golf Club Aix-Marseille is only 5 minutes away from Aix-en-Provence TGV railway station. As the course is faily level it is possible to play without the use of a buggy.
    The Golf de la Cabre d'Or is only 20 minutes away from Aix-en-Provence et Marseille. This is a fairly new golf course which opened only in 2008.
    Provence Wine Tours offer a variety of wine tours from private visits, to group tours and even corporate events.
    This elegant restaurant is a must-visit for any lovers of modern cuisine and cooking methods. They embrace local produce and evolve their dishes according to the seasons.
    Located inside the luxury Chateau de la Gaude, this Michelin-starred restaurant serves the elaborate cuisine of chef Matthieu Dupuis-Baumal.
    Open daily, the Clos du Comptoir offers a sophisticated atmosphere for lunch and dinner in the same setting.
    A quiet atmosphere, beautiful grounds and wonderful flavours can be found at Villa Gallici Restaurant. Part of the 5 star Villa Gallici hotel you can indulge in lunch or dinner at this top quality restaurant.
    Enjoy imaginative yet authentic French cuisine at Pierre Reboul's funky restaurant in Aix. The menu is redesigned every six weeks together with matching wine.
    Little restaurant in the centre of old Aix, on a quiet square, with six tables outside serving fresh simple organic food. Christian is the owner, the cook, the waiter, the story-teller of this tiny eating house.
    This small bar has a nice seating area outside next to one of Aix's many fountains and it catches the sun late into the evening.
    The Mistral is Aix-en-Provence's answer to those looking for a trendy night out listening to the latest DJ's.
    The Scat Club plays live music every night, and not just jazz the club plays pop, rock, funk and R'n'B.
    Located on the outskirts of Aix, not far from the Atelier Cezanne is the Terrain des Peintres.
    The Muséum d'Aix was founded in 1838 by Henri Coquand, geologist ; it is one of the oldest in Provence.
    Cezannes studio was created in Aix-en-Provence in 1902 and this is where he worked until he died in 1906.
    A 17th century 'pleasure palace', this fine mansion conatins collections of 17th & 18th century Provencal furniture and portraits. It is set in wonderful formal French-style gardens.
    Aix's cathedral has its origins in the 5th century and it has been added to throughout the centuries.
    The Musee des Tapisseries houses a rich collection of 17th and 18th Century tapestries, including a collection called 'Grotesques' - theatrical taspestrie made in Beauvais cir. 1689, and also 'L'histoire de Don Quichotte' of 1735 unique in the world.
    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.
    By far the largest village in the southern Luberon, Pertuis’s charms are hidden ones that only those who take the time to explore will find.
    The tiny village of Cadenet is less showy than neighboring Lourmarin, but it's also less crowded and more unspoiled by the glossy effect tourism tends to have on the appearance of Provençal villages.
    Little village in the Vaucluse department between the Luberon massif and the Durance river.
    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.
    Lourmarin has become very popular and chic thanks to its pretty centre, its wonderful Renaissance castle and its proximity to the TGV train in Avignon (for Parisien weekenders of course).
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