8 days in Saint-Remy-de-Provence Itinerary

Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is a commune in the Bouches-du-Rhône department in southern France.HistoryThe town is named after Saint Remigius.GeographySaint-Rémy-de-Provence is situated about 20km south of Avignon, just north of the Alpilles mountain range.TransportationThe high-speed train station is 20 km from the city. Visit Amphitheatre (les Arenes) and Chateau des Baux de Provence for their historical value. Discover out-of-the-way places like Espiguette Beach and Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer Beach. Venture out of the city with trips to Nimes (La Maison Carree & Arenes de Nimes), Eglise St-Trophime (in Arles) and Mt Ventoux (in Brantes). There's lots more to do: take in the dramatic natural features at Calanques, explore the ancient world of Roman Theatre of Orange, contemplate the long history of Site Archeologique de Glanum, and explore the fascinating underground world of La Grotte des Demoiselles.

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If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport, Marseille Provence Airport and Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport. In August, daytime highs in Saint-Remy-de-Provence are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) early enough to travel back home.