Holiday Rentals in Bouches-du-Rhône
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Holiday Rentals in Bouches-du-Rhône - A Guide to Bouches-du-Rhône
The departement of Bouches-du-Rhône, which translates to means the mouth of the Rhône river, is in the Region of Provence which is situated in France’s south eastern corner, making holiday rentals in Bouches-du-Rhône a favourite with foreigners.
It is a departement with a landscape which boasts great variety. In the north it is mountainous, in Camargue, which lies between two branches of the Rhône, it is made up of 750 km2 of plain.
You might prefer holiday rentals in Marseille with its magnificent harbour, or perhaps you would prefer Bouches-du-Rhône holiday rentals nearer to the quiet beaches and small ports.
This is the countryside, abundant in floral colours and scents of poppies, lavender and thyme, which is said to have inspired Van Gogh, Cezanne and Mistral, amongst others, so wherever you choose to take your holiday rental in Bouches-du-Rhône you are unlikely to be disappointed.
Types of Holiday Rentals in Bouches-du-Rhône
Holiday rentals in Bouches-du-Rhône are popular because of the climate, which tends to be hot in the summer, whilst still being sunny in winter because of its southern position. The area is easily accessible by road, air and rail, so you can get to your Bouches-du-Rhône holiday rentals relatively easily.
Because of the popularity of the region, you will find plenty of houses to rent in Bouches-du-Rhône as well as apartments to rent in Bouches-du-Rhône. With the gorgeous weather, you may want to consider renting a property with a pool.
Whilst looking for Bouches-du-Rhône apartments to rent I came across a cosmopolitan two bedroom apartment to rent in Aix-en-Provence overlooking the famous “La Rotonde” fountain. It’s beautifully furnished and has all the amenities you could need, as well as being perfectly situated to enable you to stroll the tree lined shopping streets, filled with unique boutiques, elegant architecture and lively markets.
There are plenty of places to stop for a rest and have a coffee or a beer whilst you watch the world go by. Or you might prefer a 3 bedroom villa to rent in Mallemort, just 30 minutes from Marseille airport, with a private pool and landscaped gardens, set in a quiet area on a golf course and country club.
Whatever sort of holiday you are looking for, be it a relaxing country break, or a sightseeing and culture filled trip, you are bound to find a holiday rental in Bouches-du-Rhône to suit your needs.
Bouches-du-Rhône Useful Information
Holiday rentals in Bouches-du-Rhône are spread across 4 Arrondissements, 57 Cantons and 119 Communes. The prefecture, or central governing point for the department, is situated in Marseille.
At the current time, Bouches-du-Rhône has a population of 1.9 million, and it ranks 3rd out of 100 departements in France, covering a land area of approximately 5,000 square kilometres. It is home to some amazing places to visit including the medieval castle at Tarascon, the Nostradamus museum, the Van Gogh exhibits and the Roman monuments of Arles.
Wherever you choose to take your holiday rentals in Bouches-du-Rhône, don’t forget to try some of the local specialities - from Pastis the aniseed flavoured aperitif, to the famous Bouillabaisse fish soup or Navette biscuits which originate from Marseille, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
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