In the deep south of France we find the beautiful Bouches du Rhone department, flanked to the north by the beautiful Lubéron region and to the south by the Mediterranean Sea. Rent a house with private pool in the south of France and discover this beautiful region.

This department has a lot to offer and there are plenty of places you simply must see while you are there.

Aix-en-Provence

Be sure to go to Aix-en-Provence and stroll along the Cours Mirabeau and in the old town. Take your time to visit the Saint-Sauveur cathedral and take in the town hall. Afterwards, take your time and have a drink and a typical French dinner in the Mazarin quarter....you won't want to leave!

Arles

Arles is also definitely worth a visit. Vincent Van Gogh chose to live here for a reason, to be inspired for his world-famous works of art.

Marseille

You don't shy away from some hustle and bustle? Then Marseille is definitely for you. This port city buzzes, day and night.It is never quiet here, there is always something going on. Book an overnight stay in advance because you won't get around in one day. The various cathedrals will impress you with their grandeur, the old 'quartiers' will charm you with their picturesque nooks and crannies, you can relax in one of the beautiful parks; in short: this city is worth a real city trip!

Saint Rémy de Provence

And then... go to Saint Rémy de Provence, the birthplace of forecaster & astrologer Nostradamus but also so much more. Glanum, a famous archaeological site around a natural spring, takes you right back to the time of the Greeks & Romans. This site is in exceptionally good condition and a kind of Pompeii in Provence. If you rent a holiday home in Provence, you can't miss Saint Rémy de Provence!

Van Gogh spent several months in the psychiatric institution in Saint Rémy de Provence and the village is the setting for many of his artworks. Today you can experience all these gems and views for yourself via a wonderful 'Van Gogh walk'.The weekly local market is also a wonderfully busy affair.

You read it, rent a holiday home in Provence with private pool and the Bouches du Rhone department will not disappoint you!