Visiting Provence: 10 not-to-be-missed spots

Visiting Provence is an experience you should have at least once in your life. With its rich diversity of natural landscapes, fantastic history, fascinating culture and renowned gastronomy, Provence is a region with a lot to offer. Discover the 10 most beautiful spots in Camargue and Provence.

Visiting the Camargue: the best spots

Arles

A UNESCO World Heritage site, Arles is one of the most beautiful spots in the Camargue. It is home to the largest number of Roman monuments in Europe after Rome, notably its famous amphitheatre dating from the year 80, which today hosts concerts, Camargue races and bullfighting games.

The Pont De Gau ornithological parkThe Pont de Gau ornithological park is an unspoilt nature reserve in the heart of the Camargue, where you can see many species of birds in their natural habitat. With its seven kilometers of nature trails, this park is ideal for a family walk or picnic. It's also a photographer's delight!

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Aigues-Mortes

Aigues-Mortes is a destination with a lot to offer, from its medieval towers and ramparts to its magnificent salt marshes and medieval festivities. This fishermen's town and charming seaside resort is a must-see. Discover its white houses and beautiful Notre-Dame-de-la-Mer church while enjoying its bohemian chic atmosphere.

Beyond the Camargue: what's not to miss?

Les Baux-de-Provence

This perched village in the Alpilles is one of the most beautiful in Provence, with its winding streets and medieval fortress. Nearby, take a tour of the Carrières des lumières, ancient white stone quarries. Today, they have been converted into an underground art gallery, featuring spectacular sound and image projections.

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The Théâtre Antique d'Orange

Orange is a remarkable city, thanks to its many archaeological remains. Its finest monument is the ancient theater, where you can attend shows and concerts, including the famous Festival des Chorégies d'Orange.

The Calanques of Cassis

The protected natural park of the Calanques de Cassis is undoubtedly the most beautiful part of the Provencal coastline. Here you can hike among cliffs that rise sheer above the Mediterranean Sea. There are also a number of beautiful secret coves, with turquoise waters that are an Instagram photographer's delight. A guaranteed change of scenery!

The Colorado Provençal

If you're looking for a change of scenery, you'll find it at Colorado Provençal, located in the heart of the Luberon. These ochre quarries boast beautiful orange stone and an enchanting landscape of valleys and fairy chimneys. Take the opportunity to visit the flamboyant village of Roussillon right next door.

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Sénanque Abbey

The Abbaye de Sénanque is a Cistercian abbey surrounded by lavender fields. At the end of June, the lavenders are in full bloom, making this one of the most beautiful natural spectacles in Provence! It's also possible to visit part of the Abbaye de Sénanque.

Les Gorges du VerdonThe Gorges du Verdon are one of the region's most beautiful landscapes, with their 600-metre-high cliffs and turquoise lakes. Here you can enjoy a wide range of sporting activities, from hiking and paddle-boarding to paragliding, via ferrata and canyoning.

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Bonus : Moustiers-Sainte-Marie

Take advantage of a weekend away to visit the nearby village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. At the end of June, you'll also be able to see beautiful fields of lavender in bloom in the Verdon region.

L'Auberge Cavalière du Pont des Bannes, an enchanting setting for your vacation in Provence

The Camargue is one of the most beautiful regions of Provence. Close to the Parc naturel régional des Alpilles, Marseille and the Calanques, and the Parc naturel régional du Luberon, it's the ideal place to make the most of the Provence region. In the heart of a 4-hectare natural estate between land and marsh, the Auberge Cavalière du Pont des Bannes welcomes you right in the middle of the Camargue Regional Nature Park. Between two activities in our 4-star hotel, take the opportunity to visit the must-see sites of the Camargue and Provence.

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