The Rough Guide to Provence and the Cote d'Azur 6

by Walker, Neville; Walker, Neville; Rough Guides

• ISBN13: 9781843537847
• ISBN10: 1843537842
• Edition: 6th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-07-16
• Publisher: DK Publishing, Inc.

Summary

The Rough Guide to Provence & the Ctte D'Azur is your definitive handbook to one of France's most stunning regions. From the bustling Vieux Port of Marseille and the beaches of St Tropez to the remote mountains of Haute-Provence, the full-colour section introduces the regions highlights. For every town and village, there are comprehensive and honest reviews of all the best places to eat, drink and stay to suit every budget. Unwind on the off-shore islands, discover the wild costal stretches, and lose yourself in the sloping vineyards, equipped with all the straightforward advice you could need. The guide also takes a detailed look at the region's history, culture, literature and festivals and comes complete with maps and plans for every area.

Table of Contents

Colour section	p. 1
Introduction	p. 6
Where to go	p. 8
When to go	p. 13
Things not to miss	p. 15
Basics	p. 25
Getting there	p. 27
Getting around	p. 34
Accommodation	p. 36
Food and drink	p. 39
The media	p. 41
Festivals	p. 42
Sports and outdoor activities	p. 43
Shopping	p. 45
Travelling with children	p. 46
Travel essentials	p. 46
Guide	p. 55
Marseille and around	p. 57
Aries and the Camargue	p. 97
Avignon and the Vaucluse	p. 135
Aix-en-Provence, the Durance and the Luberon	p. 187
The Haut Var and Haute Provence	p. 237
Toulon and the southern Var	p. 301
Cannes and the western Riviera	p. 359
Nice and the eastern Riviera	p. 407
Contexts	p. 457
The historical framework	p. 459
Books	p. 479
Language	p. 483
Provencal and accents	p. 485
Pronunciation	p. 485
Learning materials	p. 486
French words and phrases	p. 486
Food and drink terms	p. 491
Glossary	p. 500
Travel store	p. 503
Small print & index	p. 507
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