Marseille to Provence and the Southern Alps
You really don’t need a car when you’re holidaying in the region. The Marseille-Lyon train service takes just 55 minutes to reach Arles. If you want to enjoy a deep dive into Provence, stop off at this city of artists home to a Roman amphitheatre and Van Gogh foundation. At the next stop, 1¼ hours from Marseille, you can hop off to visit Avignon and its magnificent Popes’ Palace or opt for the quaint charm of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue and Fontaine-de-Vaucluse.
Various regional trains provide services to the Southern Alps, in particular Gap and Embrun, just next to the mythical Serre-Ponçon lake, plus Briançon and its ancient military architecture designed by Vauban – the perfect way to immerse yourself in the region’s mountain scenery and heritage.
Nice, exploring the Côte d’Azur
Choose your dream destination on the Côte-d’Azur thanks to the coastal train stopping off at Agay, Théoule-sur-Mer, Mouans-Sartoux and more. You can also visit Cannes and its iconic Palais des Festivals, located around 30 minutes from Nice by train. Remember to take a star-studded selfie while you’re there! In Antibes, don’t miss a visit to the peaceful historic quarter and Musée Picasso. Last but not least, in another 30 minutes you’ll arrive in Menton then Monaco for more glamour and glitter galore: dream resorts and stunning scenery lit up by azure-blue skies… Our faves include the sweeping views over the bay of Menton from the top of the hill and Mediterranean vistas from the Rock of Monaco.
