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Things to see in Les Baux-de-Provence (France): 32 places and when to go
Les Baux-de-Provence is a town in France, and this site lists 32 places in and around it, mainly History (20), Food and drink (5), Hiking (3). The best known are Glanum, Monastery of Saint-Paul de Mausole and Château de Tarascon. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 45. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 43.7398, 4.8142
- Places
- 32 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (20) · Food and drink (5) · Hiking (3) · Architecture (2) · Temples (2) · Nature (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- MRS Marignane, Bouches-du-Rhône, 47 km as the crow flies
What to see in Les Baux-de-Provence
The places in and around Les Baux-de-Provence, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- GlanumArchaeological site4.0 km
- Monastery of Saint-Paul de MausoleMonastery located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France4.4 km
- Château de TarasconFortified castle of the Counts of Provence-Barcelona, Dukes of Anjou15 km
- Château des BauxCastle in France1.5 km
- Mausoleum of GlanumMausoleum located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France4.3 km
- Barbegal aqueduct and millsArchaeological site in Fontvieille (France)8.5 km
- Arch of GlanumTriumphal arch in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France4.3 km
- Chapelle Saint-Gabriel de TarasconChapel located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France10 km
- Château de BeaucaireRuined castle in Beaucaire16 km
- Chapelle Saint-Sixte d'EygalièresChapel located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France13 km
- Les OpiesMountain in France, top of the Alpilles mountain range14 km
- Meunerie romaine de BarbegalArchaeological site in Fontvieille (France)8.5 km
- Cimetière juif de Saint-Rémy-de-ProvenceCemetery located in Bouches-du-Rhône, in France4.6 km
- Tours de CastillonArcheological site in France4.4 km
- Castrum de MontpaonFormer fortress in France4.6 km
- Mas de la BruneHistory11 km
- Moulin d'Alphonse DaudetHistoric windmill in France8.4 km
- Oppidum des Caisses de Jean-JeanHistory6.2 km
- réserve naturelle régionale de L'IlonNature reserve in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur7.1 km
- Autel de la CoquilleHistory5.9 km
- Domaine de la VallongueWinery8.2 km
- Domaine de LauzièresWinery8.5 km
- Domaine de MétifiotWinery4.7 km
- Hôtel de RaoulxHouse in Tarascon, France14 km
And the other 8, by what you come to do:
When to go to Les Baux-de-Provence
The best time to visit Les Baux-de-Provence is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:05
- FebPossible10:16
- MarBest time11:38
- AprBest time13:13
- MayBest time14:32
- JunBest time15:15
- JulBest time14:57
- AugBest time13:49
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:46
- NovPossible9:25
- DecPossible8:45
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 45. In April, 32 of the 32 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Les Baux-de-Provence
The nearest main airport is Marseille Provence Airport (MRS, Marignane, Bouches-du-Rhône), 47 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Gordes30 places33 km
- La Barben25 places34 km
- Nîmes64 places39 km
And all of France, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Les Baux-de-Provence?
The best known: Glanum, Monastery of Saint-Paul de Mausole, Château de Tarascon, Château des Baux, Mausoleum of Glanum. In all, 32 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Les Baux-de-Provence?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 45.
How do you get to Les Baux-de-Provence?
The nearest main airport is Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), 47 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Les Baux-de-Provence as the destination and these 32 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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