The South of France has the enviable combination of miles of coastline and fertile rustic landscapes and has been the foundation for artists, composers and writers as well as the new visitor.
Where is it?
The term’South of France’ is generally used to describe the southern stretch of the country’s shore 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 can I stay?
Unsurprisingly, for somewhere as popular as the South of France, there’s no dearth of hostels, guesthouses, bed and breakfasts and camp sites. For a true flavor of the area though, stay in one of our counseled boutique hostels. Small and intimate, they are a home from home and turn a basic vacation into a luxury retreat. All of these hostels offer well-designed and recent rooms and the service is discreet and impeccable. Tasty food customarily 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 large an area to be fully explored in a single holiday, which is the reason why many folks return year on year. Some of France’s most costly resorts lie on the south coast, including St. Tropez and Cannes, and where better to observe the yachts and fashions of the rich and famous? The area is feted for its coastline, sailing and water sports and for the cities that lie near it : Nice, Marseilles and Montpelier as an example. Inland, Provence is well known for its rolling landscapes, zones of vineyards and swathes of wild flowers. With lots of consequential buildings, local markets and museums to explore, the South of France has something for everybody.
How do I get around?
if you’re planning on exploring the South of France, you must hire an auto. The French, like most European countries, drive on the right hand side of the road and the roads are largely carefully maintained, though many are toll-controlled and you will have to pay at marked toll stations to use the main road network. If you’re planning on staying often in one place and just visiting major cities or traveller areas, then go for the train system, operated by SNCF.
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