Aix-en-Provence & Sainte-Victoire

What is there to do near the
, in Aix-en-Provence?

Overlooking Mount Sainte-Victoire and just 15 minutes from Aix, this house is the perfect base for exploring Provence, from hiking to the calanques.

Your base camp in Provence

Between the mountains, the vineyards, and the sea

In Rousset, you’re just a stone’s throw from Mont Sainte-Victoire—so dear to Cézanne—a quarter of an hour from the Cours Mirabeau and its markets, and less than an hour from the Calanques of Cassis. Enough to fill your days with fresh air, culture, and swimming. Here are our must-see picks for exploring Aix-en-Provence and its surroundings—and then coming back in the evening to enjoy the spa and wine bar.

Things to Do in the Area

Our Must-Sees

Nature & the Great Outdoors - 10 min

Hikes at Sainte-Victoire

Hike up to the Croix de Provence along the mountain trails, following in Cézanne’s footsteps, for a 360° panoramic view of Provence.@

Sea & Escape - 45 min

Cassis & Its Calanques by Boat

Set out on a tour of the calanques between Marseille and Cassis: turquoise waters, white cliffs, and hidden coves from Port-Miou to En-Vau.

Nature - 15 min

Horseback Rides

Explore the trails at the foot of the mountain, winding through pine forests and vineyards.

Sports - 10 min

Sainte-Victoire Golf Course

A hilly course with a view of the mountains in Fuveau, right near the hotel.

Culture - 20 min

Aix-en-Provence Festival

Every summer, opera takes over the city’s most beautiful venues.

Travel time

Everything is right at your fingertips

10 min

Sainte-Victoire Mountain

15 min

Downtown Aix-en-Provence

45 min

Cassis & the Calanques

40 min

Marseille & the Old Port

Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

How far away is Aix-en-Provence?

The center of Aix-en-Provence and Cours Mirabeau are about a 15-minute drive from the hotel in Rousset.

Can we hike up Sainte-Victoire from the hotel?

Yes, the trails in the mountain range are about ten minutes away. The hike up to the Croix de Provence offers a 360° panoramic view of Provence, following in Cézanne’s footsteps.

How long does it take to get to the Calanques of Cassis?

It takes about 45 minutes to drive to Cassis, where boat tours of the Calanques between Marseille and Cassis depart.

What activities are available right on site?

On-site: outdoor pool, garden, spa, and wine bar. Golf, horseback riding, and the Aix Festival are just a few minutes away.

Can the hotel recommend some places to visit?

Of course, our team will be happy to help you plan your activities based on the season, the weather, and your preferences—from a cultural tour to a day at the beach.

What can you do around Aix-en-Provence in a day?

Must-see attractions include a hike up Sainte-Victoire (10 min), downtown Aix-en-Provence and the Cours Mirabeau (15 min), the Sainte-Victoire Golf Course in Fuveau (10 min), and, for a half-day trip, the Calanques of Cassis (45 min).

Want to explore Provence?

Make your home your base camp

Hiking in the morning, the Calanques in the afternoon, and a spa and wine bar in the evening: book your stay at the foot of Sainte-Victoire.

What is there to do near the, in Aix-en-Provence?