Early September often means the grape harvest is underway (or finished). If you see groups picking olives at this time of year, they are harvesting for olive cassées, not oil. School bells and construction noise replace the cicada’s summer symphony as everyone has returned from holidays. Azure September skies and lovely daytime temperatures bring the return of bike tour groups to the roads. September in Provence is a quieter time to visit the South of France, and the weather is generally lovely.
The Journées du Patrimoine occur on September 21 and 22, with open doors at national French monuments. This year’s theme – “Heritage of routes, networks and connections” and “Maritime heritage” – is an opportunity to explore those public and private spaces. Take advantage of free access and guided visits (note: booking is often required). Weather permitting, explore a private garden. Many open only a few times a year. Here is the official website.
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Explore Provence, September
