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At the heart of Provence and within just a few miles of major tourist destinations such as Avignon, Aix-en-Provence and Les Baux de Provence, Graveson is the ideal place for a cultural holiday. Come rest in the shade of our village’s plane trees and discover life in Provence. If you are looking for a quiet place at the heart of Provençal culture to enjoy sightseeing, you're in the right place. Graveson is not only the home of Fauve artist Auguste Chabaud, but it is also situated within a short distance from the sea. It is an ideal place for a holiday in Provence. The village itself hosts many events, combining culture and leisure: Art on Fridays during the summer, with local and visiting artists’ exhibits, Django encounters, a local jazz festival, the Fête votive (annual village festival) which lasts several days and many other events. Graveson is also the perfect starting point for sightseeing. 24 km from Arles and 12 km from Avignon, the village is a gateway between the regions of Camargue and the Alpilles. The Pont du Gard is also nearby as well as Aix-en-Provence’s pedestrian streets, the Tholonet and the splendor of the Sainte Victoire mountain painted by Cézanne. Not to mention the great city of Marseilles with its surrounding calanques as well as the must-see village of Les Baux de Provence. The village offers a wide range of accommodation: hotels, guesthouses, B&B’s, seasonal rentals and a campsite for those with nomadic spirits  |