Aix-en-Provence is a city rich in culture and heritage, which makes it a perfect destination if you have a few days to spend in the south of France. With a beautiful old town that was once surrounded by city walls, it epitomizes the character of Provence. But if you have a few days to spend in Aix-en-Provence , you may also want to set aside some time to visit the surrounding area.
The Provence region is incredibly diverse with unique landscapes, delicious food, incredible wines , and some of the most beautiful villages in the world.
From small towns to nearby lavender fields, Aix is central to everything around. I should note that traffic jams can be an issue in the south of France, especially in the summer time when French locals and tourists all descend upon the area. The bus service is rather sparse in the area and trains do not always travel to many of the smaller villages, so you will require a car. And so with that, here are the best day trips from Aix-en-Provence.
About 62miles km away from Aix-en-Provence lies the Gorges du Verdon. It is gorgeous natural river canyon about 15 miles 25km long. If you are a nature-lover who enjoys hiking, kayaking, and swimming, you will not want to miss this beautiful protected natural park.
Along with hiking trails and kayak rentals, there is also a man-made Lac de Sainte-Croix at one end of the Verdon Gorge, which has sandy beaches for those who want to spend the day relaxing.
