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Aix en Provence

Description: Provence, France. Aix-en-Provence is situated in a plain overlooking the Arc, about a mile from the right bank of the ... more

Aix en Provence ... river. The city slopes gently from north to south and the Montagne Sainte-Victoire can easily be seen to the east.

Newest Review: ... campsites on the outskirts of town and I can recommend the Arc-en –Ceil campsite on the route to Nice, 3 km from the town centre. The campsite is not cheap but has great facilities and is clean and well maintained. I can also recommend the hotel Saint Christophe situated in the centre of town on the cours Mirabeau. This is a very comfortable 19 Th century 2 star hotel with reasonable ... more

... prices. Aix is a compact city so don’t worry too much about your hotel being away from the action. I would suggest you contact the tourist information office at 2 place General-de-Gaulle, tel 04.42.16.11.61. You will be spoilt for choice as far as eati...more

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Aix en Provence: The place to get lost ! (899 words)
by anwar7 - written on 24/03/05 (Very useful, 337 readings)
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I am not a city lover preferring the peace of more isolated places. However there are a few exceptions and Aix-en Provence is one city that I always enjoy and would have no hesitation in recommending. Aix (pronounced x) is situated 25 km from Marseille in the centre of Provence. Getting there ************ By plane the nearest international airport is Marseille 25 km away. There are frequent flights from the u.k with several airlines. Fares vary enormously so it’s worth doing your homework before buying! Marseille airport has several car hire outlets and again I would suggest you check via the Internet, as it is usually cheaper to pre book from the ...

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