The Alpilles and Arles
Saint Rémy, Les Baux de Provence, Arles
Discover a unique atmosphere during a memorable day through the Alpilles area, huge limestone block famous for its unique colours and old little towns. Starting in Saint Rémy de Provence, famous for its charming streets and Van Gogh’s presence, you will then cross the Alpilles range of mountains to join Les Baux de Provence, “one of the most beautiful village in France”, to discover this medieval place on the top of a cliff. Your last drive will be to Arles, famous for its Roman remains and town of choice of many artists, from Van Gogh to Picasso…Download the itinerary: The Alpilles and Arles
Saint Rémy
Surrounded by lush green perfumed valleys, its ancient streets are lined with beautifully restored old houses... you will soon be seduced by Saint Remy’s charm! While strolling through the narrow winding streets you will discover fantastic old fountains, shady squares, picturesque restaurants and elegant boutiques.
Les Baux de Provence
The village Cultural heritage is exceptionally rich, with 22 architectural treasures classified as "Historic Monuments" (including the church, chateau, town-hall, hospital, chapels, houses, doorways...). This immense and superb stone fortress is without doubt one of the "must-sees" on the Provencal tourist trail!
Arles
City of festivals, art, and culture, Arles has never stopped attracting artists. Van Gogh stayed here with his friend Gauguin. Picasso, a lover of bull fights, was inspired by them to do two paintings and 57 drawings. The Roman monuments are registered with Unesco. The houses and private mansions of the 16th century, St. Trophime’s cloister, the Hôtel de Ville, and the shaded terraces of the Place des Lices are all well worth a tour.
Recommendations
Gastronomic restaurant
L’oustaù de Baumanière in Les Baux
16th century Provencal house with a large and nice terrace, a magic place full of sun and wine… 2 stars at the Michelin!!!
Best Quality/Price ratio restaurant
L’Apostrophe in Arles
Located right next to the Van Gogh’s Café on the ancient Roman Forum, you will enjoy good food cooked by a local chief on a charming plaza…
Suggestion for your day
Glanum
Saint Rémy de Provence is an historic village built on one of the oldest archaeological sites in Europe. The ruins of Glanum have seen the passing of several civilisations and you can visit the "grands Thermes", the long residential avenue, the temple and the natural spring of a true Gallo-roman city, dating from 30 to 10 years before Christ.
