Ochre villages, lavender rows, and long afternoons in the sun
Provence is one of the places I have actually lived, and that changed how I write about it. These guides cover the villages worth building a route around, from ochre-red Roussillon to the hill towns most itineraries skip, when the lavender is genuinely in bloom rather than merely photographed, and which guided day trips and wine tastings earn their price.
After spending a month slowly exploring the best places to visit in Provence in southern France in the autumn, I can confidently say it’s one of the best places…
In the center of the Luberon Valley, Roussillon, Provence is a village unlike any other in southern France. With its fiery ochre…
If you’re dreaming of a trip filled with charming hilltop villages, sprawling vineyards, and fragrant fields of lavender, you’re probably…
Provence is one of those places that feels like it was made to be explored slowly — with its hilltop…
When I think back on my month in Provence, I remember lavender-scented mornings, long lunches with local wine, and quiet…
If you’re planning your first trip to the South of France, this Provence travel guide is the place to start. I spent…
More about Provence
Provence is one of the few regions where timing changes the trip entirely — the lavender has a short season and the summer crowds are real. The seasonal guide covers weather, lavender and when to avoid. The main guide covers first-time logistics.
Things to do across the region, and guided day trips covering wine tastings and the lavender fields if you would rather not drive.