Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is the ideal day trip, close to the Alpilles nature reserve and just 57 km from Villa Armajeva.
The holiday home 57 km from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
In the middle of Les Alpilles, lies the charming town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. With its picturesque avenues, its cobbled streets, its shops scented with lavender and olive oil, its boutiques and galleries, cozy restaurants and sunny terraces. The many sights and shops make this a popular day trip that you'll want to return to again and again.
Enchanting streets and cultural treasures
A walk through Saint-Rémy-de-Provence reveals its charm with boulevards lined with plane trees, narrow streets with shops and galleries and atmospheric squares with fountains. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere tasting local specialties on a terrace, surrounded by authentic French life.
Discoveries in Saint-Rémy and the surrounding area
In addition to discovering the city itself, Saint-Rémy offers many activities and attractions in the surrounding area:
• Visit the impressive Couvent Saint-Paul de Mausole, where Vincent van Gogh stayed and painted many of his masterpieces .
• Explore the magnificent mountain range Les Alpilles on foot or by bike, surrounded by vineyards, olive trees and breathtaking landscapes the breath.
• Taste delicious olive oil at Moulin du Calanquet and discover the production process of this local delicacy.
• Discover the rich archaeological site Glanum and admire its remains from Greek and Roman times.
• Visit the magnificent wine estate of Domaine de La Vallongue near Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
• Grab something to eat or drink at: Hôtel Restaurant Le Tourrel or at Le Saint Rémy.
• Enter one of the many interior boutiques: Les Comptoirs Des Alpilles, By Paka or Home Travel, just outside the center.
A rich history to discover
The history of Saint-Rémy can still be felt in the ancient city of Glanum, founded by the Gallic Celts in the 6th century BC. The excavations are among the most important in France, with Roman remains such as a mausoleum, a triumphal arch, temples, thermal baths and ruins. Conquered in the Middle Ages by the Saint-Rémy abbey of Reims, the city became a prosperous community with mansions and majestic avenues. It is also the birthplace of the famous Doctor Nostradamus and has attracted many artists over the centuries, including the famous Vincent van Gogh.
