Provence stretches from the mountains of the Southern Alps through to fortified towns, magnificent cities and to a glittering Mediterranean coastline.
The beautifully preserved city of Avignon is perhaps one of the most famous cities in Provence and is still surrounded by the original walls. Essential visits include the Palais des Papes and the Pont d'Avignon. The centre itself has been classed as a UNESCO world heritage site.
Gordes is quite possibly one of the prettiest towns in France and attracts scores of tourists every year. This stunning Provençal village stands on a rocky outcrop above the Calavon Valley. Other places you should visit when you book a cottage in Provence include Cassis and it's calanques, Fontaine de Vaucluse and the bustling Vieux Port in Marseille.
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