Aix-en-Provence As the former capital of Provence, Aix-en-Provence is one of the most well-known, beautiful towns on this list. It's just a half-hour drive from Marseille.

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Many of these towns are also relatively compact, easy to explore, and surrounded by natural beauty, such as lakes, mountains, or coastlines, which feel more magical than most cities you could visit.