Aix-en-Provence in 10 Photos

Aix-en-Provence is a little ritzy, classically bougie, old-school cool and traditionally Provençal all at once. Here’s a taste of its magic through my American eyes.

The city is known for its many beautiful fountains; this one is right down my street at the Hôtel de Ville.

There are no shortages of colorful doors, contrasting blues, oranges and yellows and crackly old stone buildings in Aix.

Sometimes I can’t believe I actually get to experience walking down these amazing old french streets which, in some way or another, perhaps many layers below, date back to Roman times and even before.

Gazing at this grand cathedral occupies many hours of my days here in Aix.

This vine-covered door is right out of a fairy tale.

I’m partial to this street as it is a) absolutely glorious and b) was my route to my secluded parking lot during the COVID quarantine.

I can’t resist including another glorious view of the Place de la Mairie.

The frenchiest of stone buildings, this one displays blue and yellow in the most provencal color scheme around.

This time looking out from the cathedral, my favorite cafe in Aix, and its trusty patrons, soak in the sunlight.

A short half hour walk north of Aix takes you to an amazing little path called “Le terrain des peintres”; this field of trees is right near the famous spot where Cézanne painted some of his most famous works.

I hope that gives you a little glimpse inside Aix from my eyes! When you come to Aix, be sure to overload your phone storage with photos of old doors and fountains; it’s worth it.