IS THIS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CITY IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE? AIX, PROVENCE WALKING TOUR

Aix-en-Provence Walking Tour 4K HDR | Virtual Tour in Provence, France
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📌 Location: Aix-en-Provence, Provence
Recording date: June 2025
Weather: ☀️ 34°C / 93°F

Tourist information: https://www.aixenprovencetourism.com/

Join me for a relaxed walking tour through Aix-en-Provence’s streets, one of the most beautiful and elegant cities in southern France. Known for its hundreds of fountains, sun-drenched streets, and markets filled with the scent of lavender, Aix captures the spirit of Provence like few places can.

📍 Where is Aix-en-Provence?
Aix is located in the south of France, just north of Marseille. It’s a popular base for exploring Provence, near the Luberon Valley and the lavender fields of Valensole.

🚆 How to get there?
You can easily reach Aix from Marseille by car, train, or bus. Direct shuttles also run from Marseille Provence Airport. It’s an ideal day trip or a peaceful destination for a longer stay.

✨ What you’ll see in this video:

• A walk along Cours Mirabeau, the city’s iconic boulevard
• Historic fountains including Fontaine des Neuf-Canons and Fontaine Moussue
• The elegant Place de l’Hôtel de Ville and medieval streets
• The scent of lavender at the local market
• A visit to beautiful squares like Place Albertas and charming hidden corners

🎞️ Enjoy this 4K journey with natural street sounds and no narration — just the true atmosphere of Aix-en-Provence.

💬 Feel free to leave a comment — have you visited Aix before, or is it on your list?

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Welcome to Aix-en-Provence, or just “Aix” as the French call it.
It’s a city that blends elegance, history, and Provençal charm. This is a must-visit if you’re exploring the Luberon Valley
with its hilltop villages, or the lavender fields of Valensole. It’s also a perfect day trip from Marseille.
Aix is just 30 minutes away by car and well connected. I saw at least three buses per hour from Gare Routière
and regular trains from Marseille’s station, Gare Saint-Charles. If you’re flying in, there’s a direct shuttle from the airport.
It’s one of the easiest cities to reach in Provence. We are walking up Cours Mirabeau, the grand boulevard
that splits the city’s heart between south and north. This is where we focus our walk today.
Everyday life meets postcard views right here. Speaking of fountains, here is one already —
Fontaine des Neuf-Canons, one of Aix’s many landmarks. Built in 1690 where a watering trough once stood,
it’s now softened by moss and greenery. Its graceful texture makes it a must-stop for visitors.
If you didn’t take a photo here, were you even in Aix? Another fountain covered by nature is Fontaine Moussue.
It is fed by warm spring water and dates back to 1667. Its water flows at 18 degrees all year.
The mossy rock is all that remains visible. We do not know what decor the fountain once had.
It was once filled with thermal water from local springs. Enjoying Aix already? Click like 👍
It helps others find the video and supports the channel. Today is Sunday, so most shops are closed.
But the markets are open, and we’ll see them soon. We just saw the Fontaine des Augustins.
It features a Roman column from the old palace of justice. The name Provence comes from Roman times: Provincia Romana.
This whole region is full of ancient history. In this small square, cafés are setting up for the day.
It’s around 9 am on a Sunday and will soon be full of life. Here we find the Fontaine des Tanneurs,
named after 18th-century leather craftsmen living in this area. I read all the comments. Let me and others know what you think.
Have you visited Aix or Provence? Share your thoughts below. We are walking toward the local market happening right now.
I did not want to miss it, and neither should you. This market in Aix-en-Provence runs regularly from Monday to Sunday.
Stalls usually open by 8 am and close around 12:30 pm. You can find lovely souvenirs like lavender sachets,
fresh flowers, and even locally caught fish. The lavender scent is in the air here.
I wish you could smell it through the screen. We have reached Place de l’Hôtel de Ville, home to the city hall.
Its fountain and clock tower are among Aix’s most iconic sights. Now I’ll show you the sweet treat Aix is famous for: Calissons d’Aix.
A Provençal specialty made with fruit paste and almonds. They are shaped like little boats and topped with a royal glaze,
then placed on a thin base of unleavened bread. Their origin is unclear. Some say it dates back to the 12th century,
others to the 5th century when it arrived from Italy. We visited a traditional shop called Léonard Parli.
They’ve been making Calissons since 1874. Here is the Fontaine d’Espéluque — with two pigeons
desperately trying to escape the heat by taking a sip. I love the peace in this corner of the city.
A quiet, shaded spot to pause and take it all in. We are arriving at Cathédrale Saint-Sauveur in Aix-en-Provence.
It was built on the site of a Roman temple to Apollo. The cathedral combines three architectural styles,
added across different centuries of construction. You cannot visit Aix-en-Provence without meeting
its most famous son — the great painter Paul Cézanne. You need to see the places where he lived and worked.
His presence is everywhere in this city. In 2025, Aix is celebrating Cézanne with a full calendar of events.
If you’re visiting this year, you’re in luck. The Atelier Cézanne is open year-round, but do book in advance.
Tours often sell out — I couldn’t get a ticket for today. Place des Cardeurs, where we are now, is one of the best places
to have lunch or dinner during your visit. It is just opening now, but it will look very different later.
Full of life, bars, and restaurants buzzing with people. The square is known for its Provençal buildings in pastel colours.
Perfect setting for a good meal under the sun. You will also find the Fontaine des Cardeurs here.
One of the most recent fountains in Aix, built in the 1980s. If you’re a local from Aix watching this video, thank you.
I truly enjoyed this city and I will be back for more. What about you? Are you enjoying Aix? Click like 👍 and let the world know you’re enjoying it too.
It helps others discover this beautiful part of France. This is the Fontaine au Sanglier. There is no water today,
but yes, it is a fountain — and a lucky one. Just like in Florence, people rub the boar’s nose for luck.
Let’s hope it works for me too! Fontaine des Bagniers is small but interesting.
It was once where residents came to collect hot water. The name Bagniers refers to bathing.
The hot spring nearby likely made this a community spot. Fontaine Marcello Drutel is more recent, but still charming.
It is named after writer and poet Marcello Drutel (1897–1985). We are back in Cours Mirabeau, and as you can see,
it is busier than earlier. Locals are out enjoying the sun. Aix has a reputation for sunshine, like much of the region.
But it tends to be warmer than nearby Marseille. Marseille is a major cruise port.
If you are stopping there, consider this an easy day trip. I hope this video encouraged you to visit Aix.
It is completely doable from the Port of Marseille. Fontaine des Prêcheurs sits in Prêcheurs Square.
This was once the busiest area before Cours Mirabeau existed. The fountain has been recently restored
and looks more beautiful than ever. In this quiet and beautiful square we find Fontaine des Trois Ormeaux.
This one is my favourite. The sound of the water and the peaceful setting
make it a perfect place to pause and enjoy the moment. Here we see the Hôtel Boyer d’Éguilles.
Once a private mansion, it later became a natural history museum. Today it houses an atelier focused on homemade cosmetics
and aromatherapy, open to the public for workshops. We are now in Place Albertas, which dates back to the 18th century.
It was originally called Place Royale. It was later renamed after the Albertas family of Cevaes,
a prominent local family in Aix-en-Provence. The fountain here is one of the most elegant in the city.
Much loved by locals and always admired by visitors. This small gated street may look peculiar, and it is.
It’s actually private property — but still used by locals. It connects the square near the Palais de Justice
to the bustling heart of the city, Cours Mirabeau. We are ending the tour here. What did you think of Aix?
Leave a comment below and subscribe for more videos. I truly hope you enjoyed this visit as much as I did filming it.
Thanks for watching and see you in the next destination.