Provence: Legendary Light, Wind, and Wine

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2004 | We climb Roman ruins in Nîmes, explore a papal palace in Avignon, and savor vivid views immortalized by van Gogh in Arles. Crossing acres of lavender and wispy vineyards, we explore the Côtes du Rhône and more wonders of the south of France. #ricksteves #ricksteveseurope #provence
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Rick Steves, America's most respected authority on European travel, writes European travel guidebooks, and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio.

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I visited Provence and Avignon in 1995. What a magnificent walk on a broken bridge that evening.

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So true. Others are amateurish by comparison.

[@jackcycling4403]

I bicycled in Europe from 1993 to my last bike trip there in 2010. This particular episode brought back great memories; Provence was by far my favorite area; the food, the wines, the markets, the joie de vivre of the people. I really miss that part of Europe. I hope I get a chance to go back one day, as soon as it is safer to travel.

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[@thetimemaster1475]

France is a really nice country. I mean Paris nowadays is too crowded with thousands tourists whenever I go but other less popular areas such as Brittany, Provence, Loire Valley, and the countryside are like living in a fairy tale. Definitely one of my most favorite travel destinations.

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Don't forget The Dourgone.

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Southern France in summer seems like one of most relaxing places.

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Especially Biarritz?!

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Reminded me about Mr. Bean's Holiday.

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Paradise on earth!

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The villages are crowded in summer

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It is you can trust me

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I am from Rotterdam, The Netherlands. France is my favorite Europeen country to travel the little roads. You make great vlogs, tnx!

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I loved this. I am currently in the south of France for school visiting from the united states, and this has helped me so much.

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Great Work by Rick Steves. Europe is full of Majestic Scenery and wonderful History. I love Europe. Especially France.

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I love everything about Europe. Ever since I was little I’ve wanted to travel to Europe. Like you said, the scenery and history are just fascinating. The first country on my list is Germany.

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That's it. I'm gonna live to France's southern is so beautiful, feels like another realm of existence, the atmosphere is so different, refreshing, relaxing.

[@willbergie55]

There was a lady who lived in Arles, France who died at the age of 122 in 1997. The longest lived person who age has been verified. She knew the artist Vincent Van Gogh.

[@Rottensteam]

That's incredible!

[@doneyhon4227]

+Bill Bergendahl Jeanne Calment. It's her name.

[@buddyanddaisy123]

yes indeed! If you can find the director's edition of "Lust For Life" (the Kird Douglas film about the life of the artist van Gogh,he relates how while fiming in a cafe (frequented by Van Gogh); Jeanne Calment saw Douglas and reacted as if she had seen a ghost! Douglas physically resembled Van Gogh-and Mrs. Calment recalled that she had seen van Gogh in the same cafe, over 70 years before!

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In 2019, they are now questioning her age. Hopefully, she really was that age.

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+Spencer Kilpatrick it is--but then, so is Milk of Magnesia--

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Very comforting to watch and listen. I fall asleep listening to his voice as I travel along with him.

[@gregs3173]

He should have visited Cassis. It's only 40 minutes south of Aix. It was definitely worth the trip if you're traveling in Provence. The Calanques in Cassis were the most beautiful place we visited in Southern France.

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Rick Steves is truly helping me get through this pandemic. A year ago I was traveling europe, and now I'm rewatching his show for the 2nd time

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The woman helping him with the wine is wonderful! Very knowledgeable and gracious❣️☮️♥️‼️🥰

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France, Italy, Spain and Portugal are icons of the Roman empire that show the world Latin culture is the best

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True. :)

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no

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Parfait Steve. Merci beaucoup. Tres bon. 🙏

[@anndeakin1508]

Provence a great area love architecture the Aguaduct a history of the value of Rome. Architecture.Bull fires .Wine tasting a great to try.Great days in France,Great 1980s Ann Deakin Warwick UK March 2021.

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His voice is so smooth and relaxing. I've jumped one to another video listening to his beautiful voice.

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Rick is such a genuine travel legend. If covid19 could be taken away, I would hit the road like this way

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You should plan for a trip after COVID!

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This is one of my all-time favorite episodes of the show ❤

[@wallykaspars9700]

Thanks for the video! I spent 3 weeks driving in the Provence in 1991. A beautiful place.

[@MrStuVW]

Beautiful.

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I love traveling with Rick Steves! Such a wonderful show

[@LIfeisFABVLOVS]

I thought I had been everywhere in France, and omg by watching this.. i realized I was not everywhere .. .I will visit Nimes asap..

[@somakantasingh3284]

Thanks again for putting up the show of great old Roman architectures and the people around.

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Wonderful just as lovely as rick describes , thank you so much

[@djrom66]

Spent two Summers in the South of France in the 1970’s. Loved it. Haven’t ever been to Paris, but Paris doesn’t sound like my kind of place.....prefer smaller towns with less tourists. 👍.

[@deesterity]

Thank you Rick - much appreciated images and descriptions!

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Life is short the world is wide Covid19 is making the change dramatically i am drained emotionally but this videos makes me the journey i will take on some day

[@sijanser]

Borders may open at 15 june and we booked to go to the provence 19th of June. Please O please let me visit this wonder!

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I can smell the air, test the food n wine while watching. I miss south of France where l used to live last century.

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This is way back 2004. That's why people have no smartphones. 😅

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Rick does an excellent thumbnail of the history of places steeped in history.

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Love learning about different peoples and cultures plus the food and history. Thank you. Your show is a window to the world.

[@Twilight.Knight]

Just watched this in my French class, loved it

[@sarahoh341]

Beautiful places in Europe. Hope to visit one day.

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Delighted these are offered up for my viewing pleasure. Dreaming of traveling when I can. Thank you, Rick Steves, for your years of fabulous advise and programs.

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Rick's shows are the most decent and lovely travel shows to watch. When I need to clear my head I go to his videos. Like the old commercial "Calgon, take me away".... "Rick, take me away!"

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LOVE THE BLOODLESS BULL FIGHTS.

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Ty for the culture, language and views all from the comfort and safety of my home.

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Thank you for sharing your TRAVEL ADVENTURES...very entertaining and enlightening

[@wudangmtn]

Gorgeous!

[@LondonPower]

Recently i hike all the way from Lyon to Arles next to the Rhone river ! Fantastic place rich in culture and the people very friendly

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Thanks for the etymology lesson on denim❣❣

[@brandonburrell8517]

I love Provence. And the out takes.

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Thank you Rick. Lovely presentation

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Wonderful! Amazing! Eat, drink and be merry... what else is there in life... visit new places meet people and enjoy.. have a nice day Rick.

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Hermoso vídeo, como siempre nos maravilla con anotaciones de otras culturas y bellos paisajes. Gracias

[@billybergendahl3515]

Arles is also known as the home of Jeanne Calment. The longest lived person who's age has been verified. She passed away in 1997 at the age of 122. She knew Vincent Van Gogh.

[@jaimenieves9624]

Gracias Rick, por las recomendaciones, estuve con my familia en Paris, versalles y algunos pueblos franceses, via Suiza ¡Inolvidable Francia!! Saludos desde Miranda, Venezuela!!

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This is an ideal way to travel during the Corona virus pandemic. Thanks Rick so very much.

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You have the best job! I was born in France and it's my favorite country on earth! I'm traveling around europe from my apartment through your amazing videos!

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I am so enjoying this way of travelling also thank you

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Complimenti - bellissimo giro turistico.

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Sir Rick Steves you’re video is lovely 😊 and your voice so sweet sounds good and i loved the way you are , all your video is amazing excellent reporting and I loved redredred 🍷 wine 🍷 rejouir 👏 To live is to enjoy 😉 mercy god bless and peace

[@PeterandYen]

Learnt so much watching your videos Rick. Thank you so much for this library of inspiration.

[@theuncannyaviator6009]

Hey.. thanx for helping recalling my memories of the city.. I spend a month there... very beautiful... I too have uploaded a video saved during having dinner with friends... the tribes skills... we used to see during dinner on weekends

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beautiful !! ❤

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Beautiful paris provence.

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Rick Steves, a treasure. Guarding my sanity with his contribution of great, healthy mental travel. Amazing. So grateful for these journeys. Respectful, informative, insightful.What a blessing.

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Thank you Steves

[@nongyaoh6226]

This is videos it wonderful I was in this places most every years it beautiful natural in areas the Provence you can seen the Lavender field it bigger around the Provence region thank you for your videos. Greetings from Germany..

[@danensis]

I only stay in Nîmes on my way to and from Spain, but it's a great place to wander round, and have a relaxing meal in the evening.

[@RunesandReapers]

this was one of Rick's finest work. I have to say his guide books are really well put together. Im considering buying a few.

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I have a so many of his travel books which are well written and even give a bit of local insight. I also highly recommend his phrase books if you're visiting somewhere that speaks another language. It's broken down so well along with how to pronounce it of you speak english

[@anndeakin1508]

Provence great views food history museums place to savour .Agree light good ?Love this area 2021.

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It very good to see how beautiful with Rick without leaving home due to Corona

[@joshsalil]

Just came back from a trip to Nimes, Arles & Avignon inspired by Rick ! This was my first visit & I just fell in love with these romantic places :)

[@billbergendahl2911]

Some years ago I watched many of Rick Steves' travel programs on PBS.

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watching very amazing and beautiful places,,,so wonderful...lockdown,davao city ,philippines,,lali,,,,june 14,2020

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A great video, as you bring it all to life

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Last week i was in France,beautiful country

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lovely presentation no doubt.....

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Wow, the well ingenuity!!!....

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So relaxing, I watch this in bed and pass out peacefully

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Excellent travel programme...

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Just think, when we eliminate hate and pollution off the face of earth how beautiful it will All be...! Love is doing this.

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Thank you very much Have a wonderful 2022

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Love it, excellent work.

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you are awesome Steve!

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Awesome Steve's,😀

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congratulations Rick on your excellent presentations!

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So want to visit here someday!

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Bravo ,Rick , ottima programma, alcuni posti gia ho visitato 👏👏👍💖

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Fantastic video, Mr. Rick Steves. Very educational & entertaining.

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Sunny &relax ,mod&trad, artistic & romantic, Paris is one of my favorite cities in the world 👍

[@delmiller4184]

I really enjoyed watching it Rick. Great video!

[@gloriamitchell3518]

So informative, I've added Provence to my list.