Town · France · Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Arles
Roman and Van Gogh town on the Rhône, gateway to the Camargue.
about 2.5 h
For storytellers
Why Arles matters
Arles has Roman arenas, medieval cloisters and the light that drew Vincent van Gogh in the 1880s. The town also hosts a well-known summer photography festival. South of town stretch the Camargue wetlands, with white horses and pink flamingos.
Talking points
- Van Gogh painted some of his best-known works here.
- A Roman amphitheatre still hosts events.
- The Camargue wetlands begin just outside town.
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What to see in Arles
Square
Place du Forum, Arles
Arles, France
Café square that inspired Van Gogh's Café Terrace at Night.
Ruins · UNESCO
Roman Theatre of Arles
Arles, France
Two columns remain of the ancient stage building.
Art gallery
Fondation Vincent van Gogh Arles
Arles, France
Gallery that hosts art inspired by Van Gogh.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.