Provence in the Land of Argence | Villages, heritage & traditions

An exceptional light that inspired and still inspires artists, landscapes of vineyards, olive trees and rocks, the song of cicadas, the breeze of the mistral... close your eyes you are in Provence!

Provence stretches from the Alps to the shores of the Mediterranean, offering an undeniable sweetness of life and a palette of landscapes shaped by nature and the sun. We invite you to discover the must-see attractions of Provence and its hidden corners!

A typical landscape, emblematic of Provence

Provence is a land of contrasts and extremes. To the east, the Alps rise up and offer exceptional panoramas, and to the west, the stretches of warm sandy beaches and the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean refresh those lucky enough to dive in. Between these two unique assets, Provence seduces with the variety of its landscapes: olive groves, vineyards, lavender fields, scrubland, valleys, majestic rocks and hilltop villages…

A land of characters

Here, it's not just the cicadas that sing! Playful and friendly, the accent here is like a sweet melody! Our accent comes of course from Provençal and in Land of Argence It was also largely influenced by Occitan. The result is a wealth of expressions, each one as surprising as the next!

Peuchère, papé, quiché, cafoutche…

And do you speak Southern?

A land of traditions

In Provence, we live to the rhythm of traditional festivals. As the summer season, the town and village squares of the South come alive with concerts, performances, harvest celebrations, and votive festivals. The joy of living is the key word. La Bouvine (bullfighting culture) and its Camargue races are an integral part of the Provençal soul. Locals and visitors mingle to joyfully discover or rediscover Provençal folk dances and songs.

What to do in Provence?

La Land of Argence is undoubtedly the strategic place to put down your suitcases and discover all the riches of Provence.

The Pont du Gard, the Roman giant

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this aqueduct supplied water to the city of Nîmes. Two thousand years old, it is a testament to Roman engineering. The highlight of the visit: a bathing in the Gardon with a view of the bridge!

Gard's Bridge

The Pont du Gard, an aqueduct listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site — The Pont du Gard, an aqueduct classified as a UNESCO heritage site, © Aurélio Rodriguez

Uzès, first duchy of France

A charming town with cobbled streets, squares, and a duchy, Uzès charms visitors with its history, heritage, and laid-back lifestyle. A must-see: the Saturday morning market, an explosion of scents and flavors!

The Duchy of Uzès, a medieval town, © Lecreusois

Avignon, the city of the Popes

The majestic Palais des Papes, the Pont Saint-Bénézet (Avignon Bridge), and the theater festival will not leave you indifferent! It is the cultural destination par excellence!

The city of Avignon with the Avignon bridge and the ramparts, © Gilles Lagnel

Arles, where art and antiquity meet

Arles seduces visitors with its Roman heritage and the Provençal and bohemian atmosphere of its narrow streets, which were a source of inspiration for Van Gogh. A place of creation and exhibition, photographers from all over the world exhibit their work in Arles during the Les Rencontres de Photo festival!

Arles, the must-sees

The Arles Arena — The Arles arena, © Felix

Beaucaire, between history and traditions

Sa medieval fortress watches over this ancient merchant city, whose mansions are witnesses to this rich past. Stroll along its lively quays and experience traditions that only exist here: Camargue races, abrivado, encierro…

Visit Beaucaire

The view from the Beaucaire fortress at sunset

Aix-en-Provence, elegant and Provençal

Cézanne's birthplace, Aix is renowned for its mansions, fountains, Cours Mirabeau, and the shade of its plane trees, as well as its sweet treat, calissons. A must-see: Sainte-Victoire at sunset!

Sainte-Victoire river in Provence, © Lecreusois

The Alpilles and the picturesque village of Baux de Provence

This regional natural park is a postcard of Provence, with olive groves, wine estates and hilltop villages, it's a feast for the eyes!

The Alpilles and the Baux de Provence

The Alpilles in Provence, © Gilles Lagnel

The Luberon and its villages

Gordes, Roussillon, Lacoste… The Luberon is a concentration of villages, each more beautiful than the last, between endless lavender fields and flamboyant ochres.

Charming village perched in Provence — Charming hilltop village in Provence, © Niel Gibbons

The Camargue, nature and wild

Flamingos, horses and Camargue bulls… the Camargue is a unique natural space and home to an incredible diversity of animal and plant species!

The pink flamingos of Provence and the Camargue, © Posidonia

Marseille and its coves

Notre-Dame de la Garde (the good mother), the Old Port and the calanques, Marseille is the perfect combination of history, frank speaking and Mediterranean flavors.

The city of Marseille in the South of France, © Julian Hacker

In short, why come to Provence?

Sunshine all year round, it's well known that the Mistral chases away the clouds!
The art of living in Provence: enjoying a glass of wine from the wine estates of the region on terraces in the shade of century-old plane trees.
La sunny gastronomy : fruits and vegetables from the sun, herbs from Provence, olive oil, good wine…
Breathtaking landscapes and picturesque villages!
Traditions to share with the locals!
Local crafts: basketwork, pottery, santons, fabrics, soap, tapenade et olive oil, sweet treats…
A priceless heritage, jealously guarded!