Must Do Things in The South Of France

Many years ago I went on holiday to France with my parents, since then I have been back a few different times, to different areas. However, I have never made it to the south of France, an area which of course has gorgeous coastlines, beautiful views, and a lot of history. So it is quite obvious why people often choose to take holidays in France, particularly in the south.

One great way to explore the south of France is by renting or owning an RV. Traveling by RV offers the freedom to visit the region’s most stunning locations, like the historical Palais des Papes or the breathtaking Gorges du Verdon, without the hassle of booking multiple hotels. If you’re considering investing in an RV for your travels, Southeast Financial offers RV financing options, which could help make your dream trip a reality by making RV ownership more affordable and accessible.

The idea of a nice holiday in the sun got me thinking, of all the things I would love to do if one day I managed to make it to the south of France, and so I thought I would put together a list of 5 things to do in the south of France.

Palais des Papes.

History has always been something I have adored, as far back as I can remember the stories of Egypt and Pompeii fascinated me, as a child I wanted to be an archaeologist from a very early age. While I didn’t fulfil that dream to be an archaeologist, my passion for history has grown with me and the South of France offers some amazing historical buildings to look around.

One of which is the Palais des Papes, situated in Avignon, the Palais de Papes was the papal home during the 14th Century, making this not only one of the most important, but also largest Gothic buildings in Europe.

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vineyards.

Now I don’t drink alcohol at all, but one of the things France is famous for is its vineyards and I do love grapes. So I think it would be really interesting to take a tour around a working vineyard and perhaps visit one of the museums of winemaking which are spread across the South of France.

For those who do like a little tipple, vineyards often offer a tasting session and when in season you can even attend grape harvesting. So no matter your interest in grapes or wine there is something for you.

Arles Amphitheatre.

Arles is a city and commune in the south of France and while it is a stunning place today, it has an amazing history to it as well. In more recent history it was home to Vincent van Gogh between 1888 to 1889, while back in Roman times it was of importance to the Roman province of Gallia Narbonensis, with the beautiful structures they left behind becoming listed UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1981.

One of the structures is the Arles Amphitheatre. This two-tiered amphitheatre was built around 90 AD, could hold over 20,000 spectators and was originally built to hold chariot races and bloody hand-to-hand battles, while today it draws crowds to watch bull-fighting during Feria d’Arles, as well as concerts and plays over the summer months.

Saint-Tropez.

For those who want to kick back and relax the town of Saint-Tropez is a good choice. With its Mediterranean climate, beautiful beaches, and location along the French Riviera, it is unsurprising that it is well known for its beaches and nightlife. Many visitors also choose to enjoy the coastline by booking a yacht charter Monaco experience, allowing them to explore the glamorous Riviera from the water while visiting destinations such as Saint-Tropez and Cannes.

For those who want to take in some of the histories of the area, the cobblestones in La Ponche quarter, recall its days as an old fishing port, while the Citadel of Saint-Tropez is a dominating part of the landscape with its roots right back in the 15th century.

Gorges du Verdon.

Gorges du Verdon or Verdon Gorge is a river Canyon found Northwest of Cannes and Nice in the Parc Naturel Regional de du Vernon and is considered perhaps the most beautiful in Europe. The gorge has been naturally formed by the Verdon River (named due to its vibrant colour) and is around 15.5 miles in length and up to 700 meters deep.

When it comes to visiting, you can drive around the Gorges du Verdon’s rim, rent a kayak to travel the river or even hike the route via foot.

So there are 5 things to do in the South of France, do you have anything you would add to the list as a must do if you were to visit? 

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