Explore · Guest Post The Return of the ‘Petit Trains’ of Provence March 25, 2015The local petit-trains which have mostly been laid-up over the winter are coming back to our streets – good news for visitors with little ones or for elderly people or for those who want a whistle-stop tour with commentary. They really are a great idea.…Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire Jas de Bouffan Paul Cezanne’s Family Home in Aix February 2, 2021The 18th-century country house, Jas de Bouffan, which was home to the Cezanne family for 40 years, was closed over a year ago for renovation. I went in for a visit on its last day of opening, and my goodness, it needed renovation: think cold, damp, pieces of plaster hanging off the walls and ceilings. …Continue Reading
Artists Inspired by Provence · Guest Post · Inspire Aix-en-Provence: Local Artist Cécile Colombo Shows Paintings and Ceramics June 3, 2015The delightful little Galerie Maison Dauphine is exhibiting the work of Cécile Colombo from Saturday May 30th – June 20th. You can also meet the artist on Saturday 30th at a special Café Rencontre which runs from 10:00-16:00hrs. Alternatively, catch up with her paintings and ceramics at the forthcoming Salon.…Continue Reading
Guest Post · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Commemorating WW1 in Aix November 13, 2014‘Centenaire 14-18′ has already begun in Aix. This is a programme to commemorate the centenary of World War 1 – lots of conferences, talks, and a couple of exhibitions. Look out for a 72m fresco, Le Chemin de Mémoire, inaugurated last evening at the Lycée Militaire…Continue Reading
