Fete de la Musique – Aix News
ExploreCreated in 1982, the Fete de la Musique is held all over France, on the summer solstice, on June 21st. But not in Aix this year.
Unfortunately, the date clashes with a Euro-football match at the Velodrome where Ukraine will be playing Poland; and there aren’t enough football trumps music in Aix this year on June 21st.
Rosé all day: wine tour with sommelier-guide and 3 winery visits in Provence
Splash of rosé here, splash of rosé there, splash of rosé everywhere. Let's explore three wonderful wine estates in the world-famous rosé area that is Provence!
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