Aix-en-Provence and Montagne Sainte-Victoire: 5 must-sees by van or motorhome
Discover Aix-en-Provence and its wild surroundings, where Provençal living meets colourful markets and breathtaking landscapes. Montagne Sainte-Victoire, Cézanne’s muse, awaits with unforgettable hikes.
Aix-en-Provence is the soul of Provence: cobbled lanes scented with lavender, lively squares where you can savour calissons on a terrace, and golden light that inspired the greatest painters. Just a few kilometres away, Montagne Sainte-Victoire rises like a limestone giant, offering trails for all levels and 360-degree views of the region. In a van or motorhome, you have everything you need to explore this destination at your own pace, blending culture, nature and the art of slow living.
Cours Mirabeau
© Wikimedia CommonsThis iconic avenue in Aix-en-Provence is lined with fountains, grand townhouses and century-old plane trees. Ideal for strolling, sitting at a café or admiring 17th-century architecture.
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Atelier de Cézanne
© Wikimedia CommonsStep into the world of painter Paul Cézanne in the studio where he created his final works. The objects and colours remain unchanged, as if frozen in time.
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Marché d'Aix-en-Provence
© Wikimedia CommonsThe market on Cours Mirabeau or Place Richelme is a feast of colour and Provençal flavours. Goat’s cheese, tapenades, aromatic herbs: everything you need to stock your van for a gourmet picnic.
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Montagne Sainte-Victoire
© Wikimedia CommonsA symbol of Provence, this legendary mountain offers hikes for all abilities, with breathtaking panoramas. The Crêtes trail is a must for lovers of dramatic landscapes.
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Bimont Dam
© Wikimedia CommonsThis dam at the foot of Sainte-Victoire is a perfect spot for a refreshing break or a lakeside walk. The mountain’s reflections on the water are magical at sunset.
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Vasarely Foundation
© Wikimedia CommonsA unique museum dedicated to optical art, where Victor Vasarely’s works play with shapes and colours. The building’s futuristic architecture is worth the visit alone.