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Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Tourism

A woman in a blue 2CV in front of a Provence landscapeA woman in a blue 2CV in front of a Provence landscape
©A woman in a blue 2CV in front of a Provence landscape|Aurélie Celindano
Top 5 experiences to beat the blues in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur
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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
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Man climbing an icefall in PelvouxIcefall in Pelvoux, Hautes-Alpes
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Alpine adventures to light up your winter!
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Gourmet food signed Provence
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Agenda

Market of Truffle
19Jan
Market of TruffleVilleneuve-Loubet
Messe aux truffes
19Jan
Messe aux truffesRicherenches
Serre Che Snow Trail
18Jan19Jan
Serre Che Snow TrailLa Salle-les-Alpes
Parachute Ski World Cup Series 2025 - 30th Sky Mountain Fly
17Jan19Jan
Parachute Ski World Cup Series 2025 - 30th Sky Mountain FlyPra Loup 1600, Uvernet-Fours
Gala event: The Crinières d'or - 39th edition of Cheval Passion
16Jan19Jan
Gala event: The Crinières d'or - 39th edition of Cheval PassionAvignon
Ice Climbing Écrins
16Jan19Jan
Ice Climbing ÉcrinsL' Argentière-la-Bessée
Cheval Passion Equestrian Festival in 2025
15Jan19Jan
Cheval Passion Equestrian Festival in 2025Avignon
Biennale des imaginaires numériques
7Nov19Jan
Biennale des imaginaires numériquesAix-en-Provence
Chefs at the top 13th Edition
15Jan20Jan
Chefs at the top 13th EditionAuron, Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée
Queyras Pride
25Jan
Queyras PrideMolines-en-Queyras
Altitude Jazz Festival #18
16Jan25Jan
Altitude Jazz Festival #18Briançon
Mimosalia
25Jan26Jan
MimosaliaBormes-les-Mimosas

The Most Beautiful Routes

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From wineyards of the Rhône Vallet to the Camargue
If you love nature, local produce and history, this exciting, 5-day tour is simply made for you! Explore the beautiful scenery between Orange and Châteauneuf-du-Pape, pedal...
Canal Carpentras Pernes Les Fontaines HellolarouxCanal Carpentras Pernes Les Fontaines Hellolaroux
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From Occitan Provence to Ventoux
This cycling and walking route celebrates the iconic landscapes of Provence and vine-laden, stony foothills of the world-famed Mont Ventoux. From Pont-Saint-Esprit to Avignon...
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La Véloroute du Littoral (coastal cycle route): a panoramic itinerary
The Véloroute du Littoral is both next to the water and perched on high and offers an exceptional itinerary of natural landscapes and cultural heritage. From Sanary-sur-Mer to...
provence-marseille-frioul-amouton.jpgThe Frioul archipelago off Marseille, in the Bouches-du-Rhône department
©The Frioul archipelago off Marseille, in the Bouches-du-Rhône department|A.Mouton
Circuit: explore around Marseille
You want to discover the area around Marseille without changing your accommodation all the time? Here’s an idea for a circuit around the Mediterranean for 3 days: by train, bus...
View of the Château d'If from the sea on a clear dayThe Château d'If off the coast of Marseille, in the Bouches-du-Rhône département
©The Château d'If off the coast of Marseille, in the Bouches-du-Rhône département|DR
Circuit: Historical Provence
From the heritage of the Upper Paleolithic period the memory of WW2, and from the remains of the Roman Empire to those of the Middle Ages, Provence is revealed as a snapshot of...
Family cycling in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurThe Via Venaissia, a family-friendly route
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Via Venaissia
Founded during the Middle Ages, the Comtat Venaissin is a land of important Roman remains which can boast a history dating back a thousand years. From the Dentelles de...
Sainte-Victoire mountain in fine weatherSainte-Victoire mountain in Aix-en-Provence, in the Bouches-du-Rhône department
©Sainte-Victoire mountain in Aix-en-Provence, in the Bouches-du-Rhône department|ACelindano
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
©Rampes Saint-Michel in Menton, Alpes-Maritimes|CLuparini
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...

to see and do

View from the fausse monnaie bridge at Malmousque, MarseilleView from the False Money Bridge in the Malmousque district of Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône department
©View from the False Money Bridge in the Malmousque district of Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône department|Gensollen C.
Do you speak Marseille? 26 must-know Provencal expressions
The Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region boasts plenty of expressions you won’t find elsewhere. You’ll come across them in every conversation (and heated debate)...
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Top activities by the French Ski Schools in the French Southern Alps
Easily recognisable with their red and white ski suits, the ESF instructors stand out in the French Southern Alps ski resorts, especially when they have a cluster of little...
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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
©Village de Peillon dans les Alpes-Maritimes|A.Varanishcha - Adobestock
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.
Visite Guidee Ville Antibes Juan Les PinsVisite Guidee Ville Antibes Juan Les Pins
©Visite Guidee Ville Antibes Juan Les Pins|Ville Antibes -Juan les Pins
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...
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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,...

Take a walk

in the natural areas
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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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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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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...