Dog-friendly caravan parks near Aix-en-Provence guide
Where to go
Luberon
Just north of Aix-en-Provence, the Luberon region is where you’ll find some of Provence’s most idyllic, reach-for-your-camera landscapes. Drive your campervan through sweeping fields of purple lavender, hop between hilltop villages like Roussillon and Gordes, or go hiking and rock climbing in the mountainous Luberon Regional Natural Park.
Mediterranean Coast
South of Aix-en-Provence, the booming port city of Marseille is the capital of the Bouches-du-Rhône department and sits between two of southern France’s most popular parks. To the west, the sprawling wetlands of the Camargue Regional Nature Park are famed for their flamingos, white horses, and black bulls. To the east, the jagged cliffs of the Calanques National Park are among the highlights of the Mediterranean Sea coast, while nearby Cassis marks the start of the French Riviera.
Verdon Gorge
Outdoor adventurers won’t want to miss Europe’s largest canyon, a veritable playground for rock climbing, white-water rafting, paragliding, and canyoning. Lower adrenaline pursuits are on offer, too, so you can also hike, mountain bike, and canoe before pitching your tent along the riverside or renting a cosy chalet in the hills.
When to go
Provence is at its most magical during the summer months (June-August), when the lavender fields are in bloom, but expect big crowds and high season prices if you visit at this time. Most campgrounds around Aix-en-Provence are open from April through October or November, and the sunny weather often stretches into late fall. This is harvest season in the surrounding vineyards and olive groves, so it’s still a lively time to visit without the summer crowds.