Provins, France

Provins

A walled medieval town with underground tunnels, an hour from Paris.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Provins

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the ramparts and climb the César Tower for views over the plain.
  2. AfternoonExplore the underground tunnels, then watch the medieval knights or eagle show in summer.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the upper town.

Day 2

Visit the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte.

What to eat

Rose petal jam and rose-flavoured sweets, a local speciality.

Local tips

Make the most of Provins

Beat the crowds

Weekends and school holidays are busy. Weekdays outside summer are calm.

Best photo spot

The Tour César keep above the rooftops, and the ramparts of the upper town.

Getting there

Trains from Paris Gare de l'Est take about 1.5 hours. The upper town is a short uphill walk from the station.

Don't miss nearby

The rest of the Seine-et-Marne countryside, and Fontainebleau about an hour away.

Good to know

In season there are medieval shows with knights and birds of prey. You can visit part of the underground tunnels with a guide.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Provins

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Plan your visit

Getting to Provins

Getting there

  • Chalons Vatry airport (XCR)70 km away
  • Paris-Orly Airport (ORY)70 km away
  • Paris75 km away
  • Reims95 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryFrance

Questions

Provins: good to know

Is Provins worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns. A walled medieval town with underground tunnels, an hour from Paris.

How many days do you need in Provins?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Provins?

You can visit all year. Weekends and school holidays are busy. Weekdays outside summer are calm.

How do you get to Provins?

The nearest airport is Chalons Vatry airport (XCR), about 70 km away. Trains from Paris Gare de l'Est take about 1.5 hours. The upper town is a short uphill walk from the station.

What is there to see near Provins?

Nearby hidden places include Paris (77 km), Reims (94 km) and Chartres (134 km).

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