Aix-en-Provence cottage holidays, Provence Holiday rentals - cottages & holiday homes to rent in Aix-en-Provence
Aix-en-Provence is a stunning town 40km north of Marseille in the Bouches du Rhone department of the Provence region. Classy is most definately the word to describe this town with its grand tree lined boulevards. The Le Cours Mirabeau is a popular boulevard with its fancy cafés and restaurants and there is an incredible array of museums and attractions to visit such as the Musée Granet.
The town is rich in culture and history and is known as the "City of Counts". This is because the Counts of Provence once lived here and as you wander around the town, you will discover several aristocratic buildings as a reminder of the affluent times. Another attraction of renting a cottage in Aix-en-Provence is the relaxing atmosphere created by its many parks and wonderful fountains, there are over 100 dotted around the city.
| At a glance... | |
|---|---|
| Restaurants | 20+ |
| Mountain biking | ✔ |
| Walking trails | ✔ |
| Wine tasting tours | ✔ |
| Spa & wellness | ✔ |
| Family friendly | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Nearest beach | Estaque Beach, Marseile (34kms) |
| Nearest airport | Marseilles (40km) |
| Nearest train station | Aix en Provence (TGV) |
Things to see and do in Aix-en-Provence
Aix-en-Provence and the surrounding area is full of interesting villages, historic cities and countryside to explore.
| A few suggestions... | |
|---|---|
| Musée Estienne de Saint Jean | ✔ |
| Le Grand Marché on the Cours Mirabeau | ✔ |
| Hiking around Sainte Victoire mountain | ✔ |
| Parc de la Torse running along the side of the river Torse | ✔ |
| Cathédrale Saint Sauveur | ✔ |
| Wine tasting at the vineyards | ✔ |
Our view on Aix-en-Provence
Aix-en-Provence has an elegance that reflects its noble heritage and is a wonderful town to rent a cottage and explore this incredibly beautiful part of Provence.
