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Tourism in Provence: 5 ideas for free outings.

1- Visit the Camargo Foundation in Cassis. The first of the 5 free outing ideas in Provence is the visit of the Camargo Foundation. This foundation was created by American artist and philanthropist Jerome Hill (1905-1972) to encourage creativity and experimentation, through residencies for artist ...

05
Apr
2023

The Baux-de-Provence: a magical destination for Christmas.

The Museum of Santons. Visiting Les Baux-de-Provence during the end-of-year festivities allows one to immerse themselves in the Christmas traditions of Provence, such as the santons, for example. This commune in the Alpilles is home to a Santon Museum where you can admire unique pieces. The museum ...

24
Nov
2023

Aix-en-Provence: 5 Things to Know About This City of Art and History

Aix is the former capital of Provence. Aix-en-Provence, located 15 kilometers from the Sainte-Victoire mountain near Marseille, derives its name from the thermal springs discovered when the city was founded by the Romans in 123 BC. This city was the capital of Provence in the 15th century and has ...

20
Aug
2008

The Santons Fair of Mouans-Sartoux: everything to prepare the nativity scene.

A well alive tradition The nativity scene and its santons are essential elements of Christmas in the south of France. In the County of Nice and in Provence, this tradition is still very much alive, as evidenced by the crowds at the santons fairs. The Mouans-Sartoux Santons Fair has been around for ...

02
Dec
2013

The Rosé Roses Festival in Théoule-sur-Mer

and... roses: the Festival Roses Rosé. For two days, wine and flower enthusiasts will gather in Théoule to savor the scent of roses and the bouquet of Provence rosés... This spring event will bring together both producers of Provence rosé wines and rose growers, meaning nurserymen specialized ...

24
Mar
2015

French Riviera: where to see the most beautiful Christmas cribs?

You can also take the opportunity to discover the Victor Tuby museum. This museum is located in a former oil mill and is dedicated to the traditions of Provence. A giant crib in Suquet Still in Cannes but on the heights, in the Suquet district, the Notre-Dame d'Espérance church hosts every yea ...

27
Dec
2022

The Durance by bike: a cycle route along the water.

This cycle route winds through the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region for over 400 km. The Durance by bike is one of the newest cycling facilities in Provence Alpes-Côte d'Azur. It is a cycle route of about 440 km that follows the Durance valley, the longest river in Provence. Like the river that ...

09
May
2023

The Old Nice and its history

s, the Old City has no historical evidence prior to the year 975. From the 10th century, Nice was a small medieval town that belonged to the County of Provence. In the 12th century, the population, which had settled on the hill defended by fortifications built by the Count of Provence Alphonse d' ...

16
Oct
2008

The Sainte-Baume Velorail: a ride in the heart of Provence

idges, a tunnel and an old-time station. If you are not afraid to pedal, this unusual machine will offer you an original way to ride in the heart of Provence Var. ...

16
July
2021

The Routo : a GR to walk in the footsteps of the shepherds

wing this GR69, you will walk in the footsteps of the shepherds and be taken back to the time of the great transhumances. For centuries, the Haute-Provence has been crossed by the herds twice a year: when they go up to the mountain pastures in spring and when they come down in autumn to the plain ...

08
June
2022

Garden: Planting Lavender in 5 Questions

halky. Its only requirement concerns exposure, which must be sunny, warm and dry. Not surprisingly, this aromatic plant typical of the landscapes of Provence loves warmth. 4- How to plant lavender? To plant a lavender bought in a pot, start by gently removing the plant from the pot and soaking it i ...

07
Apr
2023

Beautiful Life: the series soon back on television?

ard fans of these Marseille adventures. The news spread like wildfire after Laurent Lhardit, deputy mayor of Marseille, revealed to the newspaper La Provence that he had received "several proposals for the use of the studios at Pôle média, including a revival of Plus Belle La Vie". Fans who are ...

13
July
2023

Carnival of Nice

, protected by disguises, and this until Mardi Gras. The First mention of the Carnival of nice dates back to 1294, when Charles of Anjou, Count of Provence, reports that he spent in Nice 'the joyous days of Carnival'. Until the 18th century, the festivities were punctuated by masked balls and fr ...

23
Jan
2007

The village of Gordes: a tourist gem in Vaucluse.

A village perched in the heart of the Luberon. The village of Gordes, located in the Vaucluse department, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, is one of the most visited villages in the Luberon Regional Natural Park. This perched village is classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of Fra ...

09
Aug
2007

For Saint Barbara's Day, sow wheat and lentils

d in the 14th century, became the Patron Saint of artillerymen, artillerymen, miners and firemen. Now, according to a tradition still practiced in Provence, on this day, one must sprout wheat grains or lentils in beautiful cups. Among the Christmas preparations that bring together young and ol ...

30
Nov
2007

Stuffed eggplants: a delicious recipe.

of button mushrooms - 1 small white onion - 2 eggs - garlic and parsley - grated cheese - breadcrumbs - olive oil - 1 kg of ripe tomatoes - Herbes de Provence - salt and pepper Note: We recommend choosing small eggplants as they have fewer seeds. You should plan for two eggplants per person. Prepar ...

02
Sep
2009

The Three Wise Men: History and Symbols

remain obscure to this day, have become part of the folklore surrounding Christmas celebrations. Tradition has it that they are represented among the "Santons de Provence" and watch over the Christ Child in the Christmas nativity scene at the foot of the Christmas tree. They are also celebrated on ...

30
Nov
2009

Isle-sur-la-Sorgue: 5 things to do on site

Admire the angels of the Collegiate Church. The Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is best known as one of the top destinations for antique hunting and ranks third in the European flea market, just after London and Saint-Ouen! But it also houses another treasure from the past: the Notre-Dame-des-Anges Collegiate ...

30
June
2010

Entrevaux: one of the most beautiful villages in France in Haute Provence.

Where is Entrevaux located? Built on a rocky spur, Entrevaux overlooks the Var River in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. It is located at the border of the Alpes-Maritimes department and halfway between Nice and Digne on the Chemins de Fer de Provence railway line. Formerly a military stronghold, the ...

11
Aug
2010

The Christmas Village of Cannes: market and animations

la Liberté and on the Cours Felix Faure. 59 chalets installed for the occasion offer various handicrafts, Christmas decorations, jewelry, Santons de provence and games and toys. Many animations are also on the program... Activities for young and old The Christmas Village of Cannes is the opp ...

12
Dec
2012