The South of France has the enviable fusion of miles of coastline and fruitful rustic landscapes and has been the muse for artists, composers and writers as well as the new visitor.
Where is it?
The term’South of France’ is generally used to explain the southern stretch of the state’s coastline that runs between Spain and Italy, and the rural inland areas that include Provence and the Lubron. With its warm climate, fruitful landscape and developed shore, it is one of the most regularly-visited parts of Europe.
Where am I able to stay?
Unsurprisingly, for somewhere as popular as the South of France, there is no shortage of hostels, guesthouses, bed and breakfasts and camp sites. For a real taste of the area though, stay in one of our recommended boutique hotels. Small and intimate, they are definitely a home from home and turn a basic vacation into a luxury retreat. All of these hostels offer well-designed and contemporary rooms and the service is discreet and impeccable. Great food often goes side by side with the cool rooms and public areas - by selecting one of these hotels you will be treating yourself to a memorable stay in the South of France.
What am I able to see?
The South of France is too big an area to be totally explored in a single holiday, which is why many folks return year on year. Some of France’s most expensive resorts lie on the south coast, including St. Tropez and Cannes, and where better to watch the yachts and fashions of the affluent and famous? The area is known for its shore, sailing and water sports and for the cities that lie near it : Nice, Marseilles and Montpelier for example. Inland, Provence is well known for its rolling landscapes, zones of vineyards and swathes of wild flowers. With no shortage of important buildings, local markets and museums to explore, the South of France has something for everybody.
How do I am getting around?
if you are planning on exploring the South of France, you need to hire an auto. The French, like most European nations, drive on the right hand side of the road and the roads are basically professionally maintained, although many are toll-controlled and you’ll have to pay at marked toll stations to use the main road network. If you are planning on staying mostly in one place and just visiting major cities or holiday maker areas, then choose the train system, controlled by SNCF.
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