Provence covers the large area of France in the south east of the country, from the French Riviera in the south, to the Alps in the north, and west to Marseille and the Camargue. The French divide up their country into 'regions' of which Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur (also referred to as PACA) is one. This 'region' is then split up into six 'departments': Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Hautes-Alpes, Alpes-Maritimes, Var, Bouches-du-Rhône, and Vaucluse.
Where to Stay in Provence
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Chalets
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Les Hautes Prairies Campsite, Lourmarin
Located right in the centre of Provence with the feet of Lubéron. A 9 acre campsite with 165 spacious pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes.
Apartments in Provence
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Pearl Beach Villa, Gassin
This stunning home, just minutes from the village of Saint-Tropez and the Pampelonne beaches, can accommodate up to 8 guests and features a breathtaking panoramic sea view.
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La Villa Saint Vincent Villa, Bonnieux
Elegant and pleasant Provencal holiday villa, located in a residential area a few minutes away from the picturesque village of Bonnieux with a beautiful view of the Luberon and Mont Ventoux.
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Provence Country Club 2 Bed Apartment
Located in the Residence Provence Country Club in the heart of the Luberon mountain range, this apartment enjoys a serene and tranquil atmosphere with close proximity to all the sites and attractions of this area of the South of France. An ideal location for nature and golf lovers.
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La Colline Villa
Welcome to La Colline, a stunning villa built from honey-colored local stone, nestled among Provençal vineyards with breathtaking views of Mont Ventoux and the distant hilltop villages. The villa offers a peaceful setting, perfect for spending a summer day by the swimming pool, accompanied only by the gentle song of the cicadas.
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A L'orée Des Bois Villa, Menerbes
Magnificent stone-built property (165 sqm) to rent for the holidays in Ménerbes. Located on a domain of 2,1 ha not overlooked, the house is surrounded by greenery. You will also appreciate the superb view of the village, the hills and the Provencal countryside.
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Provence Country Club 2 Bed Apartment
Located in the Residence Provence Country Club in the heart of the Luberon mountain range, this apartment enjoys a serene and tranquil atmosphere with close proximity to all the sites and attractions of this area of the South of France. An ideal location for nature and golf lovers.
Charming B&B's in Provence
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Le Clos des Lavandes B&B
Charming B&B in the Luberon region
In the heart of the Luberon National Park, a beautiful and charming B&B welcomes you for a relaxing stay.
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La Bastide de Marie B&B, Menerbes
Set in the middle of the vineyards with a popular restaurant
This lovely B&B has 15 rooms and is set in 57 acres of vineyards. Each bedroom has its own charm and character, decorated in ecclectic antique furniture.
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Le Lavandin B&B, Pernes les Fontaines
Combination of traditional Provencal architecture & contemporary design
This beautiful French B&B combines traditional Provencal architecture, landscape and vegetation.
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Une Sieste en Luberon B&B, Bonnieux
Impressive B&B in a great location with plenty of outdoor space
Located a 5-minute walk from the heart of Bonnieux, this charming guest house features 3 comfortable rooms suitable for families as every room has a mezzanine for 2 children.
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Chateau Talaud B&B, Carpentras
Glorious country mansion with it's own vineyard
Chateau Talaud offers an exclusive and luxurious bed and breakfast in Provence.
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Villa Champ Signoret B&B, Malaucene
Small guest house in beautiful surroundings with an outdoor pool
Located just 2 kilometres north of the village of Malaucene, this charming B&B has great views of the surrounding mountains and countryside.
Hotels in Provence
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Le Clos des Lavandes B&B
Charming B&B in the Luberon region
In the heart of the Luberon National Park, a beautiful and charming B&B welcomes you for a relaxing stay.
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Auberge St Remy de Provence Hotel
Charming 3 star hotel in the centre of Saint Remy de Provence
Located just within a 5 minute walk from the town's main square, this small and charming hotel offers traditional Provençal decoration and a gourmet restaurant.
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Crillon le Brave Luxury Hotel, Crillon le Brave
Boutique hotel nestled on a hillside with beautiful views in the centre of Provence
Set in a beautiful location overlooking the Rhone valley and Mont Ventoux, this 33 bedroom hotel can be found around 25 miles North East of Avignon. There are 15 double bedrooms and 18 suites available, ranging from 25m² for the smallest standard room up to 85m² for the largest suite.
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La Bastide de Moustiers Hotel, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie
Gastronomic hideaway in the lavender fields of the Var
La Bastide de Moustiers is a house full of charm situated in the north of Provence close to Verdon National Park.
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L'Hotel Particulier
Stylish boutique hotel that famously evicted Vincent Van Gogh
Gorgeous hotel in the centre of the Roman town of Arles. Designed to within an inch of it's life, this 18th century country house has 13 rooms decked out in white billowing fabrics and French country furniture. Think Ibiza-esque.
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Jules Cesar Hotel
5* hotel with spa and swimming pool in a 17th century former convent
This luxurious property has been lavishly renovated to overcome its austere background, whilst still retaining its sense of history.
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Crillon le Brave Luxury Hotel, Crillon le Brave
Boutique hotel nestled on a hillside with beautiful views in the centre of Provence
Set in a beautiful location overlooking the Rhone valley and Mont Ventoux, this 33 bedroom hotel can be found around 25 miles North East of Avignon. There are 15 double bedrooms and 18 suites available, ranging from 25m² for the smallest standard room up to 85m² for the largest suite.
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La Bastide de Moustiers Hotel, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie
Gastronomic hideaway in the lavender fields of the Var
La Bastide de Moustiers is a house full of charm situated in the north of Provence close to Verdon National Park.
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L'Hotel Particulier
Stylish boutique hotel that famously evicted Vincent Van Gogh
Gorgeous hotel in the centre of the Roman town of Arles. Designed to within an inch of it's life, this 18th century country house has 13 rooms decked out in white billowing fabrics and French country furniture. Think Ibiza-esque.
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Jules Cesar Hotel
5* hotel with spa and swimming pool in a 17th century former convent
This luxurious property has been lavishly renovated to overcome its austere background, whilst still retaining its sense of history.
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Baumaniere Hotel, Les Baux
A luxurious countryside hotel with gourmet restaurants
This charming 5 star hotel offers guests the best in luxury accommodation and services whilst still retaining an air of simple, classic style.
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Le Clos de la Glycine Hotel, Roussillon
Charming boutique hotel in a romantic and peaceful setting
Set in one of the most beautiful villages in France, this hotel is a little Provencal paradise.
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Domaine Le Sagittaire Campsite, Nyons
A 5 star residential campsite in a 35 acre site
In the depths of the Drôme countryside in the French Provence, the 5 Star Residential Campsite. It has been awarded a 3 Sun Quality Rating, the highest in the Region.
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La Colline des Ocres Holiday Village, Luberon
Holiday Village in the Parc Naturel du Luberon en Provence
La Colline des Ocres is a holiday village in Provence situated in the Natural reserve of the Luberon. It exists between ochre and lavender, in the Vaucluse Mountains, under the sky of Provence.
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Le Garrigon Campsite, Valreas
The 4**** campsite Le Garrigon offers 90 pitches of around 100 square metres each near Nyons, Grignan et Vaison La Romaine.
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Le Provencal Campsite, St Maximin la St Baume
Relaxing campsite with swimming pool in a peaceful location
Enjoy a traditional French experience, playing petanque and listening to the sound of the grasshoppers in this rural retreat in the heart of the wine region.
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Camping L'Oasis du Verdon, Aups
Tranquil campsite close to a pretty little village in the heart of Provence
Enjoy the peace and natural beauty of the Verdon region at this pleasant family-run campsite.
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Les Fouguieres Campsite, Var
Located in a shady forest in the heart of Provence, this campsite is ideal for people wanting to explore the great outdoors and visit typical Medieval villages.
North Provence accommodation
Not officially part of Provence, the Drome is actually in the Rhone-Alps region of France. But it is so beautiful and so close to the northern villages of Vaucluse that we decided to include it in our guide anyway. It lies to the north of Mont Ventoux and Vaison la Romaine.
It is often described as what Provence used to be like before tourism took hold and prices went up. The Drome retains the charm and peacefulness of rural Provence, with olive groves, lavender fields and vineyards belonging to the Cote du Rhone wine region.
The main towns in the Drome are Montelimar, famous for it's nougat, and Nyons, which nestles within green hills, orchards and olive groves. Black truffles are also renowned in this area, with St Paul Trois Chateau being the centre for these gourmet delicacies. Medieval villages are scattered throughout the countryside, with their castles (both ruined & restored), Romanesque churches and weekly markets.
East Provence accommodation
The east of Provence is called the Alpes-Maritimes region and covers what is commonly referred to as the French Riviera or the Cote d'Azur.
You can't help but associate the French Riviera with glamour, wealth, the casino's of Monte-Carlo and the fantastic Cannes film festival. It's a place where the rich and famous have been coming for over 150 years and the grandeur of the coastal promenades that reflect it's aristocratic history.
Nowadays, it is still home to the internationally wealthy who provide a ready & willing clientèle to the numerous designer boutiques, swanky bars and lavish hotels. Behind the glitz however, there is a softer side to the Cote d'Azur with the historic old towns that are filled with little lanes, ancient buildings and old harbours (home to traditional fishing boats and luxury yachts).
Just set back from the beautiful coast with the azur blue waters are the Alpes-Martimes. A string of mountains that offer hiking, cycling, mountain biking, climbing, running and whole host of other outdoor pursuits, along with some delightful hilltop villages.
South Provence accommodation
The eastern region of Provence is called The Var. This area of Provence is probably the most popular for tourism thanks to it's wealth of natural beauty, ease of access and famous hilltop villages. Despite its Mediterranean climate, the Var is very green thanks to run-off water from the French Alps to the north that feeds its rivers. Much of the region is forested (55%) and the natural beauty throughout is a massive draw for the visitor.
In the north lies the Gorge du Verdon, which is often referred to as France's Grand Canyon and is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. The rural heartland is home to many historic cathedrals and abbeys, as well as huge swathes of land devoted to vineyards. Here you will find many pretty medieval villages such as Tourtour, Cotignac & Villecroze. And to the south lie the coastal towns of St Tropez in the east and Toulon in the west. Also along the coast lies the wonderful red rocks of the Esterel mountain range, and of course, plenty of golden sandy beaches.
West Provence accommodation
To the west of Provence lies the region of Bouches du Rhone. The Bouches du Rhone region probably isn't a place that most visitors to the south of France will recognise. But it contains some of the area's most popular and interesting places.
Aix-en-Provence, Marseilles, Arles and the Carmargue all fall within the boundaries of the Bouches du Rhone. It is filled with important Roman artifacts, wonderful vineyards in the Alpilles and diverse landscapes from beach to wetlands to mountains that have inspired many famous artists.
Not as lush as its neighbouring Vaucluse & Var regions, the area is drier and feels more 'Mediterranean'. Away from the coast the countryside features the limestone hills of the Alpilles, where the slopes are covered with olives trees and vineyards. The artist Vincent Van Gogh spent time in both Arles & St Remy de Provence, while Paul Cezanne was born in Aix-en-Provence - many of their most famous works were produced in the countryside surrounding these towns.
The two main urban areas are the vibrant university town of Aix-en-Provence and the large port city of Marseille - Marseille airport is the best place to fly into when visiting the area.
Central Provence accommodation
The central area of Provence is called Vaucluse. For many, Vaucluse represents the dream of idyllic rural Provence, often referred to in films and books, where days are spent gathering fruit & veg at the local market, sipping coffee in village squares, and browsing for hidden gems in antiques markets. This is certainly true in the Luberon area in the heart of Vaucluse, with the pretty villages of Gordes, Roussillon and Lourmarin.
For sightseeing, you will find it hard to beat Avignon with it's super-impressive Palais des Papes, galleries & museums and it's performing arts festival which is held every July. But historic monuments are not just restricted to Avignon. Orange and Vaison la Romaine have wonderful Roman remains, and there are a number of historic castles and abbeys dotted throughout.
The river Rhone runs down the west of Vaucluse and along it's banks you will find vineyards of the famous Cotes du Rhone wine region. A trip to Chateauneuf du Pape will be a highlight for wine lovers, who should also consider wines from Cotes du Ventoux and Cotes du Luberon.
Towns nearby
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Saignon 
Saignon
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.
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Apt 
Apt
Commerical town with weekly market in the Luberon
Apt lies at the heart of the Luberon and became a Roman colony thanks to its position on the Via Domitia - the Roman road built in France to link Italy to Spain.
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Cucuron 
Cucuron
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.
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Ansouis 
Ansouis
Hilltop village with castle and wine museum
Little village in the Vaucluse department between the Luberon massif and the Durance river.
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Gargas 
Gargas
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.
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Lourmarin 
Lourmarin
Beautiful village of winding lanes and an impressive castle
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).
