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From the top of its 714 m, the Garlaban overlooks the town of Aubagne offering an exceptional panorama of the beauties of Provence. In addition to the view, the massif offers an easy, medium or difficult playground for all hiking enthusiasts. The more sporty can go rock climbing, mountain biking or even trail running.

Since 1962, Aubagne has been home to the headquarters of the famous Foreign Legion. Concerts, parades, every year many events are organised by this elite corps of the French Army in addition to the visit of the Remembrance Museum which retraces the history of the regiment from 1831 to the present day.

These small, brightly coloured characters are renowned far beyond the borders of Provence. Take advantage of your visit to the region to enlarge or start your collection of Santoun (in Provençal) and discover the meticulous work of the santonniers but also of the ceramists who perpetuate an age-old tradition of clay work.

Welcome to Marcel Pagnol's town! Born "at the time of the last goatherds", the writer, film-maker and academician is today a key figure in the area. From the house where he was born, you can stroll through the old town with its narrow streets and shady squares whose architectural heritage dates back to the 11th century. 

With their colours, smells and flavours, the markets of Provence are a must: bunches of lavender, thyme from the garrigue, figs, olives, honey, goat's cheese, gourmet vegetables bursting with sunshine. "And on top of all that, as Gilbert Bécaud sang, we give you a gift of an accent that never ends.