Aix-en-Provence

Elegant university city of Cézanne & fountains

Aix-en-Provence is one of France's most desirable cities — an elegant university town of tree-lined boulevards, Renaissance mansions, and 1,000+ fountains. The birthplace of Cézanne offers world-class culture, a thriving market scene, and Provençal art de vivre. Strong rental market driven by 40,000+ students and international professionals.

~145,000
Population
University city / Provençal elegance
Character
€1,000–€2,200/mo
Average Rent
medium
Cost of Living
safe
Safety

Highlights

  • +Cours Mirabeau — France's most beautiful boulevard
  • +Aix-en-Provence University — 40,000 students
  • +Cézanne's studio & Montagne Sainte-Victoire
  • +TGV to Paris in 3 hours

Lifestyle

Culture & marketsCafé terracesHikingStudent energy

Connectivity

25 min to Marseille Airport. TGV to Paris (3h). A8/A51 motorways.

Climate

7°C
Winter avg
28°C
Summer avg
290
Sun days/year