DISCOVER ARLES
Discover Arles
Arles is a small, historically and culturally rich town located in the south of France, in Provence.
Situated at the apex of the delta formed by the Rhône river and the Mediterranean sea, at the edge of the Camargue natural park and at the heart of the Provence region, Arles is best known for its Roman monuments and its connection to modern and contemporary artists, photographers, designers and architects such as Van Gogh, Picasso, Lucien Clergue, Christian Lacroix and Frank Gehry among others.
With, on the one hand, its long history, local cafés and laid-back feel and on the other hand, its rich and varied events calendar and renowned artistic presence you won’t get bored here!
A place worth getting to know
A haven for archaeologists, historians, nature lovers, photographers and modern art specialists alike, Arles is the ideal location for studying the French language and experiencing the mix of Mediterranean cultures and histories.
What can I do in Arles?
EVENTS
– les Rencontres d’Arles international photography festival (July-October)
– les Suds world music festival in July
– le festival du dessin (drawing festival) in May
PLACES TO VISIT
– Musée Départemental Arles Antique
– Muséon Arlaten
– Lee Ufan foundation
– Van Gogh Foundation
– LUMA Parc des Ateliers
Accommodations
Arles à la carte can provide or help locate quality accommodations for all types of program participants by offering two different options:
Host families
Arles à la carte has a dedicated network of Arlesian families that house program participants of all ages throughout French Immersion Programs. Families provide not only an intensive linguistic immersion, but also a wealth of local knowledge as well as some meals.
Host families are carefully selected and regularly visited in order to ensure guest’s safety, comfort and welcome.
Arles à la carte staff members are in close contact with both host families and students to ensure that each program runs smoothly and successfully.
English speaking host families may also be available upon request.
Hotels, apartments and guest houses
Arles à la carte can recommend hotels, apartments and guest houses for shorter stays upon request.
We collaborate with rental providers to propose centrally located apartments, for different levels of comfort and budget, and a guest house in the Alpilles foothills.
Airbnb links:
– House in the Alpilles, near Fontvieille
– Central, calm apartment with a terrace (right above Arles à la carte), 29 blvd Clemenceau, 13200 Arles
– Apartments located in HP Les Oliviers at 10 rue Théophile Rives, 13200 Arles:
www.airbnb.com/h/hp1suite
www.airbnb.com/h/lesoliviershp2
www.airbnb.com/h/hp3
www.airbnb.com/h/hp4
www.airbnb.com/h/hp5
– Small house in Arles, right next to the Roman Amphithéâtre, 23 rue Renan, 13200 Arles
– Studio apartment in Arles, near the Roman Amphithéâtre, 27 rue Portagnel, 13200 Arles
Contact us for recommendations and availability !
Here also is a list of nearby hotels: