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Located in the Château-Gombert district, north-east of the city, this museum was established in 1928 by Julien Pignol, a Provençal poet anxious to preserve local tradition. A permanent exhibition of everyday objects, furniture... more
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The sport of water jousting is highly popular in France - it involves two men in separate boats, who joust with each other to knock the opponent into the water while maintaining their own balance. The Provence Championship brin... more
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This film festival, known in French as the Festival International du Documentaire, is held in the city each year around mid-June. Documentaries from all around the world are screened at various venues, and awards are presented... more
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Take a sight-seeing tour of Marseilles through the old port and the old town Panier district. The bus tour takes in 28 of the cities monuments, accompanied by a running commentary from your driver, who knows the city and its hi... more
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To witness this typically provençal tradition, visit Marseilles' association for folklore, where every Christmas the centre exhibits the local art of crib-making. From mid-December to the end of January, around thirty nativity... more
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Nothing could be more relaxing than a leisurely row around the waters of Marseilles' port. For an annual fee you can register at Cercle de l'Aviron de Marseille and spend time enjoying the pleasures of rowing on the sea in a ch... more
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Whether you live in Marseille or are just visiting, your children will no doubt wish to try out the water sport activities. This centre found in the "Estaque" area, organizes courses for children and adults - both beginners and... more
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Take the 7km walk to the small chapel of Notre-Dame de la Nerthe, re-named Notre-Dame de la Galline from the Provençal word for "hen". The Chemin de la Nerthe, set amid an enchanting pine grove at the foot of the hill, leads yo... more
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The end of June means the celebration of the Cavalcade de la Saint-Eloi, patron saint to black and goldsmiths. To pay tribute to this saint, Marseille and its neighboring villages organize some very attractive horse-drawn proce... more
Aix-en-Provence Travel Experiences
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The Transporter and Count of Monte Cristo
The movie "The Transporter" was shot around Marseille and the famous prison "Chateau de If" which was the setting for the book "The Count... Continue reading »
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Day 31: Marseille
Did I mention how dreadful finding directions is to anywhere. Cars travel bumper to bumper, street signs are either minute, discrete or n... Continue reading »
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Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, Nimes, Pont du Gard, Le...
We took the TGV train from Paris to Avignon, and went aroudn the little twon doing tons of shopping as well as visiting the Papal Palace.... Continue reading »
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8. Marseille
Slight hicup when checking out - cash only - nearest hole in wall to get more money happens to be a 10 minute drive through m... Continue reading »
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16. One night in Marseille
Historic sites to see: Cathedral of the Major. La Vieille Charité (old quarter of Panier). Notre Dame de la Garde (a 19th century basilic... Continue reading »
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Popular Aix-en-Provence Hotels
- Le Pigonnet
- Hotel Cezanne
- Hotel Aquabella
- Royal Mirabeau
- Le Mas Des Ecureuils
- Hotel De France Aix en Provence
- Des Augustins Hotel
- Hôtel du Globe
- Novotel Aix en Provence Beaumanoir Les 3 Sautets
- Mas des Oliviers
