{"id":3366,"date":"2025-01-29T11:40:42","date_gmt":"2025-01-29T10:40:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/auxvallons.fr\/?page_id=3366"},"modified":"2025-03-11T08:40:53","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T07:40:53","slug":"marches-de-provence","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.auxvallons.fr\/en\/marches-de-provence\/","title":{"rendered":"Provence Markets"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-block-type=\"core\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Markets: An Immersion in Proven\u00e7al Culture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\" data-block-type=\"core\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p data-block-type=\"core\">During your stay in Provence, discover the<strong> local products <\/strong>by strolling through the market stalls around the <a href=\"\/en\/\">camping Aux vallons<\/a>. The markets of Provence are a veritable institution for the locals and a must-see attraction for tourists. With their intoxicating scents, shimmering colours and friendly atmosphere, these markets are a reflection of a region that has always been at the heart of Provence. <strong>Mediterranean art of living<\/strong> unique. Let's discover together what makes these markets so charming and why they are an essential stop-off point on a trip to Provence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\" data-block-type=\"core\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"411\" src=\"https:\/\/auxvallons.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/marches-de-provence.jpg\" alt=\"Provence markets\" class=\"wp-image-3369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auxvallons.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/marches-de-provence.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.auxvallons.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/marches-de-provence-300x137.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.auxvallons.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/marches-de-provence-768x351.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.auxvallons.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/marches-de-provence-500x228.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.auxvallons.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/marches-de-provence-800x365.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Markets not to be missed<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" data-block-type=\"core\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>DAYS<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>LOCATIONS<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>TUESDAY<\/td><td>&nbsp;Cotignac - Lorgues<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>WEDNESDAY<\/td><td>\u00a0Aups - La Palud sur Verdon - Salernes - Tourtour - Riez<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>THURSDAY<\/td><td>&nbsp;Les Salles sur Verdon - Tavernes - Varages - Villecroze<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>FRIDAY<\/td><td>\u00a0Aiguines - Moustiers Ste Marie<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SATURDAY<\/td><td>&nbsp;Aups - Tourtour - Riez<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SUNDAY<\/td><td>\u00a0Barjols - Bauduen - R\u00e9gusse - Salernes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p data-block-type=\"core\">Strolling through a Provencal market is like immersing yourself in an atmosphere where time seems to stand still. The stalls are bursting with local produce: fruit and vegetables bursting with sunshine, <strong>aromatic herbs, olives, tapenades<\/strong> and of course, <strong>candied fruit, fragrant honey<\/strong> the famous artisan cheeses and charcuterie. Each stand tells a story, the story of passionate producers who are happy to share their expertise with visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Local and seasonal products<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p data-block-type=\"core\"><strong>The markets of Provence<\/strong> are the realm of \"eating local\". There are no imported products here, just seasonal produce grown with care by local farmers. You'll find <strong>Cavaillon melons<\/strong> in summer <strong>truffles<\/strong> in winter, not forgetting <strong>olive oil<\/strong> from the Vall\u00e9e des Baux and wines from the C\u00f4tes-du-Rh\u00f4ne or Luberon regions. This diversity will delight gourmets and lovers of traditional cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A warm and colourful atmosphere<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p data-block-type=\"core\">Far from being just places to buy, Proven\u00e7al markets are first and foremost places to meet and talk. You come to do your shopping, but also to chat with the producers, listen to the singing accents of the shopkeepers and enjoy the street entertainment that is often on offer. The smell of <strong>lavender, thyme and Marseille soap<\/strong> scent the air and offer visitors a complete change of scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tips for making the most of the Provence markets<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" data-block-type=\"core\">\n<li data-block-type=\"core\"><strong>Arrive early<\/strong> to avoid the crowds and take advantage of the best products.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li data-block-type=\"core\"><strong>Bring liquid<\/strong> Not all retailers accept bankcards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li data-block-type=\"core\"><strong>Bring a basket<\/strong> A practical way of transporting your purchases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li data-block-type=\"core\"><strong>Taste before you buy<\/strong> Most merchants offer free tastings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>An Unmissable Experience<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p data-block-type=\"core\">The markets of Provence are much more than just a place to shop, they're a real invitation to discover the soul of the region. With their blend of gastronomy, craftsmanship and traditions, they offer an authentic, sensory experience for all travellers in search of local discoveries. So don't miss out on this colourful, gourmet getaway on your next trip to Provence!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p data-block-type=\"core\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p data-block-type=\"core\">Book your rental <a href=\"\/en\/rentals-verdon-83\/\">mobile home or chalet here<\/a><br>Book your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auxvallons.fr\/en\/locations\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3224\">camping pitches in the heart of Provence<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p data-block-type=\"core\"><em>Provence markets<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Les March\u00e9s: Une Immersion dans la Culture Proven\u00e7ale Lors de votre s\u00e9jour en Provence, d\u00e9couvrez les produits locaux en fl\u00e2nant parmi les \u00e9tals des march\u00e9s aux alentours du camping Aux vallons. Les march\u00e9s de Provence sont une v\u00e9ritable institution pour les habitants et une attraction incontournable pour les touristes. Entre senteurs enivrantes, couleurs chatoyantes et [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3369,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"Les march\u00e9s de Provence","_seopress_titles_desc":"La meilleure fa\u00e7on de connaitre la Provence est de flaner sur les march\u00e9s. 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