Discover the top Provence indoor activities
Whatever you choose to do on your holiday, you are sure to find a huge range of indoor activities across Provence. From relaxation to culture and sports, there is something for everyone, every ability and every age in Provence. Check out the selection of things to do below for some holiday inspiration!
You can find indoor badminton courts in many of the sport centres all around Provence.
Many of the sport centres around Provence have facilities to play basketball.
Catch the latest films and releases in Provence on your holiday. Look out for VOST for English speaking films.
There are modern gyms in Provence to try and keep fit while on vacation. Many hotels also offer fitness facilities.
Sault has a summer swimming pool with children's paddling pool, play areas and a snack bar.
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.
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.
There are two swimming pools here - an indoor one for winter and outdoor one for summer.
Your chance to give climbing a try, improve your technique and skills and have a great time with family and friends.
The Aix Yoga Center is a 150m2 studio yoga in the heart of Aix en Provence.
There are bowling alleys in Provence to keep you entertained on bad weather days, or if you're looking for something to do with a group.
Located 12km from Aix en Provence, the Village Automates is a leisure park for children in a wooded area of oaks and pines in eight hectares.
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.
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.
Your chance to give climbing a try, improve your technique and skills and have a great time with family and friends.
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.
Provence has a wide range of museums and galleries to keep visitors entertained. From historical buildings and churches to very important art collections, including those dedicated to artists that lived locally like Fernand Léger, Cezanne or Van Gogh. The region also offers archaeological sites, prehistoric caves and exhibitions dedicated to typical products like wine, lavender, soap or even fruit and vegetables.
Provence is famous for its traditional local produce and industry. First and foremost are cosmetics and perfumes, mostly those made with lavender. The famous 'savon de Marseille' soap is another popular item to take home. Provençal linens are aldo a popular choice with holiday makers, as well as antiques. And, of course, wine and food!
If it is calm and relaxation you are after then head to a luxury day spa or book in for massage therapies and beauty treatments. A day spa is also the perfect activity when the weather turns. You can revive aching muscles in saunas, steam rooms and jacuzzis, try out the latest beauty treatments or take a refreshing dip in a swimming pool.
L'Occitane spa is located right in the heart of where the products and treatments originated from. The luxury scents, cosmetics, products and treatments are developed in the factory in Manosque. You can truly experience the heart and soul of the range of products and the origin from which they have been created.
Overlooking the Alpilles hills, this spa has an exclusive cosmetic products range inspired by Provencal ingredients such as jasmine, olives or maritime pines. They offer a wide range of treatments and a water circuit. It is part of the Domaine de Manville Hotel.
Located at L'Hotel Particulier, this spa uses Carita products. They are specialised in massages and beauty treatments.
The spa at Les Bories hotel is the perfect place to find true relaxation and wellbeing. Surrounded by beautiful Provencal countryside you can indulge in pure relaxation and treat yourself.
This hotel is a beautiful renovated house located on a quiet street, and walking distance to all the hustle and bustle of Aix.
A beautiful spa area with a light and calming atmosphere provide instant relaxation and inner peace at Le Vallon de Valruges Hotel & Spa.
Play squash whilst you're in Provence either during winter or summer. Normally located in the main sports centre, you should be able to rent all you need on site. Alternatively some of the hotels or spas have their own squash courts too.
If you'd like to take a dip indoors, you'll be able to find somewhere to go for a swim in Provence. Most hotels have their own swimming facilities, however there are also municipal swimming baths that you can visit. In summer and winter, you should be able to find somewhere to take a dip, so don't forget your towel and your swimming costume or shorts.
There are multiple places where you can practice yoga in Provence. From sports centres to spas and fitness facilities, you're sure to find a place to relax, stretch and find your balance.
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