Provence travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Provence with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Provence.

Provence travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Provence with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Provence - quick facts
Flight time✝ 2 hours
Time difference UK +1 hour
Language(s) French
Currency Euro
Electricity C + E plug (230V)
Driving side Right

Why visit Provence?

Considering a holiday to the Provence? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for culture or nature to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.

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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Provence weather

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Provence travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Provence from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Provence.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Provence travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Provence with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Provence, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Provence covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Provence with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

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Provence FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Provence including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from France?

You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from France. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.

What is the flight time to Provence from the UK?

The flight time to Provence from the UK is typically 2 hours.

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What is the time difference between Provence and the UK?

The time difference between Provence and the UK is UK time+1 hour.

What is the main language spoken in Provence?

The main language spoken in Provence is French.

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What is the currency in Provence?

The currency in Provence is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in Provence?

Provence uses electrical plug type C + E (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Provence?

They drive on the right side of the road in Provence.

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