Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Tourism

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3 spots in the Sud region which inspired Clara Luciani
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Hikers looking at a mapHikers looking at a map in the Haut Verdon in the Alpes de Haute Provence
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Walking on the hiking trails in the South of France: best practices
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Travel by train
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Agritourism
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Agenda

14th Fête de la Brebis Brigasque
20Oct
14th Fête de la Brebis BrigasqueLa Brigue
Foire de la Saint-Luc
19Oct21Oct
Foire de la Saint-LucGuillestre
Chestnut Festival
20Oct
Chestnut FestivalCollobrières
Festival International d'Art Urbain
19Oct3Nov
Festival International d'Art Urbain "Coul'heures d'automne"Antibes
Villa Carmignac - Exhibition 2024 - The Infinite Woman
27Apr3Nov
Villa Carmignac - Exhibition 2024 - The Infinite WomanHyères
Exposition temporaire : Le Mobilier de la Présidence au Fort de Brégançon
25Nov3Nov
Exposition temporaire : Le Mobilier de la Présidence au Fort de BrégançonBormes-les-Mimosas
15Jun18Nov
"Fernand Léger and the New Realists" exhibitionBiot
Paradis naturistes
3Jul9Dec
Paradis naturistesMarseille 2ème
Exposition Temporaire
1Oct15Dec
Exposition Temporaire "Idoles néolithiques de Provence"Quinson
The Odyssée Sonore
29Mar30Dec
The Odyssée SonoreOrange
Le Musée des Beaux-Arts - Collections permanentes
2Jan31Dec
Le Musée des Beaux-Arts - Collections permanentesMarseille 4ème
Musée Provençal - Exposition permanente
12Dec31Dec
Musée Provençal - Exposition permanenteMarseille 13ème

The Most Beautiful Routes

Sainte-Victoire mountain in fine weatherSainte-Victoire mountain in Aix-en-Provence, in the Bouches-du-Rhône department
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Self-guided tour of Aix-en-Provence
Track the thousand-year-old history of the Abbey of Silvacane, follow the trails on the Montagne Sainte-Victoire, visit the traditional soap factories of Salon-de-Provence or...
Couple out for a stroll on the ramps of Saint-Michel in MentonRampes Saint-Michel in Menton, Alpes-Maritimes
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From Cannes to Menton, a colourful circuit on the Côte d’Azur
The blue of the sky and the sea, the bright colours of the fields of flowers, the pastel hues of the towns and the polychromatic palettes of painters inspired by the dreamlike...
Close-up of a pair of trainersClose-up of a pair of trainers on a sports tour of the Côte d'Azur
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Circuit Sports et Nature on the Côte d’Azur
From the sea to the mountains, water, rocks and forests, the Riviera and its landscapes offer a huge playground to those who love sports, from beginners to the more seasoned...
Sea view from a window of the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, Beaulieu sur MerSea view from a window of the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, Beaulieu sur Mer, Alpes-Maritimes, France
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Circuit Belle Époque on the Côte d’Azur
In the second half of the 19th century, the Riviera was to become the favourite destination of European aristocracy, artists and notables. Adeptes of its gentle winter sun,...
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Coastal circuit on the Côte d’Azur: rambles beside water and rock
Listen to the wind blowing in Antibes in a volcanic setting, wander along the beach in Villeneuve-Loubet or pierce the secrets of age-old stone and water in...
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In the footsteps of Jean Cocteau on the Côte d’Azur
A poet, writer, painter and film director alike, Jean Cocteau has left a legacy of varied and poetic works, marked in particular by the themes of death and Greek mythology. The...
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Meeting the Impressionists in Provence
The first Impressionist exhibition took place in Paris150 years ago. To celebrate the anniversary of this movement that revolutionized the history of art, Provence is welcoming...
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©Claude Monet Villas Bordighera Musee Dorsay Dist. Rmn Grand Palais Pschmidt|Patrice Schmidt
Meeting the Impressionists on the Côte d’Azur
The first Impressionist exhibition took place in Paris 150 years ago. To celebrate the anniversary of this movement that revolutionized the history of art, the Côte d’Azur is...

to see and do

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Top 8 spots for an introduction to biathlon in the French Southern Alps!
You’re tough and you love winter sports so cross-country skiing is made for you! Here, between the sea and the mountains, you can add rifle shooting and follow in the...
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Top 8 mountain activities where you don’t need skis
You don’t necessarily need to put your skis on to wear a ski suit! In the French Southern Alps, you can get off the beaten track (but with no runs), and test new...
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The best museums to discover with the family in Provence
Finding a cultural outing and pleasing the whole tribe? A real challenge! We share with you our selection of museums, the one that will arouse the curiosity of your little ones...
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Top 3 Street Art spots in the Var
An itinerary of graffiti and street art fashion the walls and little streets in the Var, making them a stylish street art window, like an open-air museum. Artistic gems and...
PeillonVillage de Peillon dans les Alpes-Maritimes
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The most beautiful hilltop villages of the Côte-d’Azur
You can see them from a long way, overlooking a valley or emerging from a forest. A selection of our favourite hilltop villages on the Côte d’Azur.
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Top 10 must-do guided tours in the South region
During your stay in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, discover the history secrets and heritage of our region with the official tour guides from the Ministry of Culture and...
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Top of unexpected bookshops in Provence
What a pleasure to open a book on the beach, in a hammock with the sound of the cicadas or lové in an armchair in front of a Mediterranean garden. And what a pleasure, too, to...
Balade Ados Famille Experience Montagne dans les Alpes
6 cool ski resorts for a holiday with older teens
Welcome to our top pick of family ski resorts offering “insane” activities for older teens! And of course, while they’re – literally – up in the clouds,...
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Top unusual activities for all the family
6 descents, an elegant final bend, quick sprint and hot chocolate later, it’s time to slip out of your skis and change the pace as you test the plethora of family...
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Top resorts for a skiing break with teenagers
Check out our pick of 6 family-style ski resorts offering the coolest activities for your teens. And you never know… while they’re focused on their fat bike,...

Take a walk

in the natural areas
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5 insider’s walks in Mercantour National Park
The last mountain range on the southern alpine arc before it plunges into the Big Blue, the Massif du Mercantour is a haven of enchanting scenery adorned with astonishing plays...
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Top 5 verdant walks in Écrins National Park
A genuine natural jewel, this vast ensemble of high mountains wears its name (which can be translated as jewellery case) well! This high mountain paradise overflows with...
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6 stunning walks in the Verdon Regional Nature Reserve
Set at the crossroads to Provence and the Southern Alps, the Verdon Regional Nature Reserve boasts a host of exceptional sights rich in biodiversity such as the Verdon Canyon,...
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4 magnificent walks in the nature reserves of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur
A land of countless contrasts that never fails to delight, the unique Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region promises never-ending changes of scenery between sea and mountain....
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Top 8 walks for a different angle on the Ventoux Regional Nature Reserve
Visible from miles around, the bald summit of Mont Ventoux – the “lighthouse of Provence” – is a genuine landmark. Its welcoming slopes, home to...
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5 walks with a view in the Queyras Regional Nature Reserve
Resembling an island in the ocean of the Southern Alps, the Queyras Regional Nature Reserve is swathed in bubbling streams and shaded larch forests. Its gorges and high...

Must-see

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Biking in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur
Welcome to Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur! The Région Sud is an exhilarating cocktail of three unique destinations: Provence, whose roads are bordered with olive trees and lavender...
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Modern and contemporary art routes
The stunning colours and quality of light of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region have seduced the globe’s greatest artists for many generations, fostering a fertile hub of...
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Wine and gastronomy
The Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region bursts with exceptional flavours and fragrances both on the plate and in the glass. Savour them as you explore the local food...
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Guided Tours
Discover the top guided tours in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur.
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Plan your Stay
In the South of France, between the Mediterranean Sea and the mountains, lies the Provence-Alps-Côte d’Azur region nestled within stunning natural borders. Here, come and...
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Your favorites on Instagram
There’s nothing like a photo to show how pretty the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region is! Each month we invite you to (re)discover the favorite 📷 on Instagram of...