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Tourism in Provence: discover the essentials of our region
Discovering Provence is all about Mediterranean beaches, southern villages, fragrant markets and pine forests. Where do you start when planning your holiday in Provence? Which sites to visit in Provence, which activities to choose or what to do in Provence without breaking the bank? Between the sea, hiking and gastronomy, the region can be visited at your own pace. Our 3-star campsite in Provence, YouCamp Village, becomes your ideal starting point for visiting and making the most of your vacation in Provence!
The
must-sees in Provence
It’s impossible to visit Provence without discovering its contrasting landscapes and places steeped in history. Between sea, creeks, hills, villages and traditional markets, each area reveals a different face of the region. For a first stay, it’s best to focus on a few of Provence’s tourist attractions, so you can make the most of your vacation without spreading yourself too thin. Whether you’re keen on hiking, swimming, gastronomy or cultural discoveries, here are the must-sees you won’t want to miss!
Must-sees in Provence
- The calanques between Marseille, Cassis and La Ciotat
- The Sainte-Victoire massif, dear to Cézanne
- Provencal villages: Aubagne, La Ciotat, Le Castellet, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence,
- Provencal markets like the one in Avignon in the Vaucluse region, with local produce such as lavender, honey, fougasse and navettes,
- The Mediterranean beaches of Cassis, Marseille or Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer.
Provence and Méditérannée:
sea, creeks and seaside activities
Discovering Provence is all about Mediterranean beaches, southern villages, fragrant markets and pine forests. Where do you start when planning your holiday in Provence? Which sites to visit in Provence, which activities to choose or what to do in Provence without breaking the bank? Between the sea, hiking and gastronomy, the region can be visited at your own pace. Our 3-star campsite in Provence, YouCamp Village, becomes your ideal starting point for visiting and making the most of your vacation in Provence!
Discover the sea side
- The calanques: wild coves between Marseille, Cassis and La Ciotat
- Provence ports: Cassis, Sanary, Marseille, La Ciotat
- Family beaches: Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer, La Ciotat, Le Prado in Marseille
- Water sports activities: kayaking, paddling, snorkeling
- Coastal paths for walking along the water’s edge
- Porquerolles: a paradise island accessible by boat, ideal for cycling
Our tips for visiting Provence without missing a thing
Between the sea, the hills and the villages, Provence is home to many tourist attractions that are accessible all year round. To visit Provence without missing out on anything, it’s best to organize your outings according to your desires: relaxing on the beach, discovering the region’s heritage, hiking in the mountains or taking part in water sports.
Theaim: to get the most out of your holiday without wasting time on travel or crowded periods. Here are a few simple tips for successful vacations in Provence, to suit all budgets.
Vacations in Provence can be economical: many experiences are free. Between hikes, markets, beaches and Mediterranean ports, you can enjoy the region on a budget. Many viewpoints and calanques are accessible free of charge. Summer concerts, events, village visits and coastal walks round out these low-cost activities. A great way to discover Provence in a different way, without giving up the pleasures of travel! For a low-cost stay, think about booking a nature campsite in Provence!
Access to beaches, trails and nature parks
Provence’s beaches, coves and trails are easy to get to, especially in the off-season. You can hike in the massifs (Sainte-Victoire, Garlaban, Sainte-Baume), walk in the Parc National des Calanques or enjoy the beaches between Cassis, La Ciotat and the Var coast. Some areas are regulated in summer: check access before you go. With the right shoes and a little water, the Mediterranean becomes your discovery ground!
Discover the emblematic regions of Provence
When to come to Provence?
The best time to visit Provence depends on what you want to do. Spring is for hiking and markets; summer is for swimming and festivities; autumn is for colors, vineyards and peace; winter is for villages, Christmas cribs and cultural visits. Each season has a different atmosphere, so you can plan a vacation in Provence that’s suitable for families, sports enthusiasts, gourmets or hikers by booking a mobile home rental in Provence.
How do you get around the region?
Provence-Alpes-Côte-d’Azur has a number of simple and accessible ways to visit its tourist attractions. The car is a practical way to alternate between beaches, ports, villages and hiking. The ZOU! network (bus + TER) serves the main towns in Var and Bouches-du-Rhône: Marseille, Aubagne, Cassis, Aix, Toulon and La Ciotat, making it ideal for low-cost trips. Bicycles are ideal for coastal routes or routes to ports, while by boat you can reach Porquerolles, the calanques or the Mediterranean coast from the sea!
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Your campsite: the ideal base for discovering Provence
Staying at our campsite with swimming pool in the heart of Provence is the ideal starting point for exploring Provence without spending too much. Between Mediterranean beaches, Provencal markets, the Garlaban hills and the accessible trails of the Parc National des Calanques, everything is within easy reach at no extra cost.
From the YouCamp Village, it’s easy to alternate between swimming, hiking, cultural discoveries and natural panoramas, on a budget, for a weekend or a longer Provencal stay.
Whether you’re a couple, a family or a group of friends, our campsite near Marseille allows you to enjoy the South of France at your own pace: Mediterranean beaches, nature, small villages… You can discover it all, often free of charge, just a few minutes from your accommodation!
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