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.
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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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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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Douce France Villa, Oppede
Farmhouse in the heart of the Luberon, near Coustellet, providing peace and quiet and a breathtaking view of the 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, 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 Maison De Michèle Villa, Roussillon
Attractive house in Roussillon in Provence for rent, with swimming pool and a large, landscaped garden. Perfect for a dream holiday.
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Provence Country Club 1 Bed Apartment
Located in the Residence Provence Country Club in the heart of the Luberon mountain, 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 Borie Villa, Menerbes
Lovely single-storey holiday house with large heated pool, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom for 4 people. In a landscaped, fenced garden (6.035m²), overlooking a field of olive trees, an authentic Borie and in a Luberion atmosphere. The house gives you an at home feeling! Tasteful decorated with all modern comfort.
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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Une Autre Maison B&B, Nyons
A small stylish guest house full of traditional french charm
Une Autre maison is a family run guest house in the centre of the pretty town of Nyons. This charming 19 century property has just 10 rooms which are beautifully styled with contemporary furnishings. All rooms have en-suite bathroom, air conditioning and WiFi access.
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Le Clos Saint Saourde B&B, Beaumes de Venise
Stylishly traditional guest house with a magical setting amongst the muscat vineyards
This is a very special guest house situated at the foot of Mont Ventoux. The original farmhouse was built into the rocks and so each of the four bedrooms has natural stone walls which makes it incredibley atmospheric.
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Absoluut Valvert B&B, Bonnieux
Beautiful guest house in the Luberon
In the middle of breathtaking scenery in the heart of the Luberon, the Valvert guesthouse welcomes you for a charming and peaceful stay. The property lies in 15 hectares of land, planted with truffle oak trees, lavender, cherry and olive trees, and is situated half a mile from the village of Bonnieux.
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Le Galinier de Lourmarin B&B, Lourmarin
Beautiful Provencal farmhouse dating from the 18th & 19 centuries
Set in a 3 hectare park, this 19th-Century Provencal country house offers an outdoor swimming pool and a terrace. It is just an 8-minute walk to the centre of Lourmarin village and its castle.
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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La Maison sur la Sorgue Hotel, Isle dur la Sorgue
Shabby chic bed and breakfast, ideal for antique lovers
La Maison sur la Sorgue is a small boutique hotel in the heart of the village of the same name, renowned for it's antiques stores and markets. The lovely and generously sized rooms are decorated in a chic Provencal tone and feature antique furniture and modern touches. Wifi is available in the public areas and breakfast is served on the terrace by the pool. There isn't a restaurant, but there are plenty to choose from in the pretty town.
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Domaine des Andeols Hotel, Saint-Saturnin-les-Apt
Immaculate & unique hotel with infinity pool & ornamental gardens
A design hotel filled with the owners striking art collection. The rooms are referred to as 'Maisons' and each is uniquely designed with modern bathrooms.
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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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Le Mas de Peint Hotel
17th century farmhouse guest house near the Camargue
This 17th-century home has been inhabited by several generations of the BON family, ranchers (“manadiers”) from one generation to the next.
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Le Clair de la Plume Hotel, Grignan
Charming rustic hotel with beautiful gardens & Michelin starred cuisine
This stunning boutique hotel is situated at the base of the Grignan castle and has three different sites (The Main House, The Private House and the Mediterranean Garden) spread throughout the beautiful Provencal village.
Camping in Provence
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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 Pinede campsite, Bedoin
A municipal campsite in Bedoin
This site is open every year from mid March to end of October.
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De L'Ayguette Campsite, Vaison la Romaine
Just 5 km from Vaison la Romaine
The 3*** Camping de l'Ayguette is in Provence, near the picturesque village of Faucon, at the foot of Mont Ventoux, just 5 km from Vaison la Romaine and 15 km from Nyons.
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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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Nostradamus Campsite
Well situated close to Salon de Provence
A friendly campsite conveniently situated a few minutes away from Salon de Provence. A 3*** campsite with 83 pitches.
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Camping Monplaisir, Saint Remy de Provence
Charming campsite at a traditional Provencal family farm
Family-run and friendly, this campsite is in the grounds of an old farm, surrounded by beautiful countryside.
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.
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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).
