Following the Roman Path
Saint Rémy and Glanum, Arles, The Pont du Gard
Discover a unique atmosphere during a memorable day through the Alpilles and Camargue area, occupied by the Roman during centuries. Starting in Saint Rémy de Provence, historic village built on one of the oldest archaeological sites in Europe, a true Gallo-roman city, dating from 30 to 10 years before Christ. You will then join the heart of Roman heritage in Provence, Arles and its Roman Arena and Amphitheatre. Your last drive will take you to the Pont du Gard, the largest Aqueduct of the Roman Empire still standing…Download the itinerary: Following the Roman Path
Saint Rémy and 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.
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.
The Pont du Gard
Over twenty centuries have passed since the construction of what is one of the best known civil engineering feats in the world. The structure is a symbol of the power of the Roman civilisation. It has traversed the ages standing as a sort of eternal totem through successive wars, industrial revolutions or climatic problems without ever seeming to be affected.
Recommendations
Gastronomic restaurants
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 ration 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
The Roman and Provence museum
It can be visited in 2 different ways:
• Chronologically, running from Prehistory, 2500 B.C. (the entrance) to the end of Antiquity, 6th century (the exit).
• Thematically, corresponding to the characteristics of the museum's various collections (daily life, trade, the economy, embellishments).
The terraces provide a good angle from which to view the Cirque Roman site and the triangular shape of the museum.
• Chronologically, running from Prehistory, 2500 B.C. (the entrance) to the end of Antiquity, 6th century (the exit).
• Thematically, corresponding to the characteristics of the museum's various collections (daily life, trade, the economy, embellishments).
The terraces provide a good angle from which to view the Cirque Roman site and the triangular shape of the museum.
