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South of France ideas.

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South of France ideas.

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Postby Novoiceleft » January 5th, 2025, 9:08 pm

Hi All...

Next summer I have about a 3 day gap between stays in Toulouse and Marseilles. I'll be travelling by train.

A mid point City break stop could be Montpelier, Nimes or Avignon. The ease or difficulty of train transfers would be a factor.

Does any one have any advice or feedback to help me choose one of the three locations?

Thanks

NoVoice

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Re: South of France ideas.

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Postby mike » January 5th, 2025, 10:48 pm

Suggest leaving Montpellier to one side, and have one day in each of Avignon, Arles and Nimes, the Golden Triangle.

Check rail times, and base yourself in one of the towns and day trip to the others. I've not checked rail times, but if all OK, I'd base myself in Arles.

It's a wonderful area, absolutely wonderful.

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Re: South of France ideas.

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Postby bluedonkey » January 6th, 2025, 7:28 am

Having visited those three towns, Arles would be my pick.

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Re: South of France ideas.

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Postby GrahamPlatt » January 6th, 2025, 8:13 am

For booking trains in France, I recommend https://www.12train.com/

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Re: South of France ideas.

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Postby 77ss » January 6th, 2025, 12:15 pm

Novoiceleft wrote:Hi All...

Next summer I have about a 3 day gap between stays in Toulouse and Marseilles. I'll be travelling by train.

A mid point City break stop could be Montpelier, Nimes or Avignon. The ease or difficulty of train transfers would be a factor.

Does any one have any advice or feedback to help me choose one of the three locations?

Thanks

NoVoice


I haven't (yet) been to Avignon (on my list for this year) or Montpelier (not on my list), but about 10 years ago I spent 3 days in Nimes and loved it!

Tacked onto the end of a cycling holiday, so i was in the mood for a bit of city sightseeing. If it's your bag, there is (was?) an excellent art cinema there - polylingual - which kept me well happy in the evenings.

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Re: South of France ideas.

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Postby sweetsour » January 30th, 2025, 7:03 pm

Tough choice, but I’d probably go for Nîmes—great Roman history, a lively but laid-back feel, and well connected by train. Avignon is also a strong option if you’re into medieval charm. Either way, you’ll have easy access to explore the area. This site might help with planning: https://gowithguide.com/France

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Re: South of France ideas.

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Postby Gabriel » January 30th, 2025, 10:09 pm

The Palace of the Popes and the famous bridge make it special. If you're more into a lively city vibe, Montpellier has a young, energetic feel with lots of cafes and a nice old town.


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