As peaceful as it is picturesque, Provence has won the hearts of countless riders over the years and it’s easy to see why. From the the Italian border in the east, to the Rhône River and the Mediterranean Sea, this is a land that seems custom-made for cycling.
INTRODUCTION
LAVISHED IN LAVENDER
Across Provence, the variety of terrain will surprise even the most traveled of riders. And with an abundance of once-in-a-lifetime bicycling routes combined with exquisite regional cuisine and sublime wines, this destination has become a firm favorite in the inGamba portfolio.
STATS & TRIVIA
FAST FACTS ABOUT PROVENCE
Provence is integral to the Tour de France and as such is one of the world’s great cycling destinations. It’s popular with all kinds of riders, from those who just want to take in the views and stop to smell the roses – or rather, the lavender – to the roadies who come as pilgrimage to Mont Ventoux, one of the sport’s most venerated climbs.
TRIVIA
- 2,500 hours of sun per year.
- Caesar christened it “La Provincia” as Rome’s first province beyond The Alps.
- The region inspired Van Gogh, Petrarch, Picasso, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Renoir, Matisse, and Cocteau.
KNOWN FOR
- It’s amazing climate, medieval hilltop villages, delicious baked goods and rich history.
- Giant fields of lavender, cobbled streets and hot, buttery fresh croissants.
CLIMATE
- Hot, dry summers.
- Abundant sunshine.
- 59 days of rain a year.
TERRAIN
- This region is famous for Mont Ventoux, but there are plenty of other challenging climbs, as well as kilometers after kilometer of enjoyable, winding, scenic roadways.
- There is something for everyone in the Provence region.
KNOWN FOR
- 2,500 hours of sun per year.
- Caesar christened it “La Provincia” as Rome’s first province beyond The Alps.
- The region inspired Van Gogh, Petrarch, Picasso, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Renoir, Matisse, and Cocteau.
- Some of the traditional regional dishes include ratatouille, anchoïde, soupe au pistou, beignets de fleurs de courge, omelette de poutine, aïoli daube à la nicoise, barba-juan, “brissaudo”, and bouillabaisse.
TRIVIA
- It’s amazing climate, medieval hilltop villages, delicious baked goods and rich history.
- Giant fields of lavender, cobbled streets and hot, buttery fresh croissants.
CLIMATE
- Hot, dry summers.
- Abundant sunshine.
- 59 days of rain a year.
TERRAIN
- This region is famous for Mont Ventoux, but there are plenty of other challenging climbs, as well as kilometers after kilometer of enjoyable, winding, scenic roadways.
- There is something for everyone in the Provence region.
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UPCOMING FRANCE TRIPS
France
Provence
$8,950
14 Jul 2024
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20 Jul 2024
Eros Poli, Paulo Crispim
France
Provence and Mont Ventoux
$8,950
7 Jul 2024
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13 Jul 2024
Eros Poli, Paulo Crispim
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