April to September in Provence

The mere mention of Provence conjures idyllic images of lavender fields bathed in evocative inspiring light. Whether you imagine the enchanting countryside clasping precarious hillside villages, or consider the cooler climes of medieval caves, Provence will not fail to delight. Here we offer ideas on things to do and places to visit in Provence from April to September!

April – Provence perched villages

Perched villages are one of the charming and popular sights in Provence. Originally built around the local medieval castle, the villages were located high up on rocky crags to defend a valley or peak from arch enemies, with often just one gateway for entry. Steep, narrow streets wind through the villages, each possessing a public fountain and small church, and nowadays shops selling abstract art, soap and ice-creams. Originally inhabited by peasants, today they’re often chic second homes of the fashionable French.

Amongst the most beautiful is…