DK Eyewitness Provence and the Cote d'Azur

France's most alluring region promises fragrant fields of lavender, incredible ancient relics and celebrated art collections.

Whether you want to watch flocks of flamingos strutting across the wild wetlands of the Camargue, visit lush vineyards in the Rhone valley or simply soak up the sun in St-Tropez, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that the Provence and Cote d'Azur have to offer.

Sandy Riviera beaches, glitzy resorts and hilltop villages may come to mind when you think of Provence and the Cote d'Azur, but this region is also a haven for lovers of the great outdoors. Its array of stunning natural landscapes includes the alpine wilderness of Parc National du Mercantour, the rugged coastal cliffs of the Calanques and the dramatic Gorges du Verdon - Europe's deepest canyon.

Our newly updated guide brings Provence and the Cote d'Azur to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does, with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the region's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. We've also worked hard to make sure our information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak.

You'll discover:

-our pick of Provence and the Cote d'Azur''s must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems;
-the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay;
-detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy;
-easy-to-follow itineraries;
-expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe;
-colour-coded chapters to every part of Provence and the Cote d'Azur, from the Riviera and Alpes Maritime to Alpes-de- Haute-Provence and Vaucluse;
-a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go;

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