📍 France

MYSTICAL PROVENCE: HAUNTED VILLAGES AND PARANORMAL HERITAGE

Phantom footsteps on old stones, spectral whispers in lavender fields, ancient spirits lurking in shadows. Provence, mysterious beneath its sun.

≈ 6
Days
657
Km
5
Stops
📖 3 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Dive into Île-de-France's secret zones. Tour Paris beyond its facades, explore Versailles and its galleries, observe Goussainville frozen out of time and follow traces of a parallel history made of symbols and forgotten places.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Guillaumes

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Day 1
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Discover

1
Pont de la Mariée (Daluis) — 1927 tragedy.
2
Castellaras de Thorenc — Phantom knights.
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Activities

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Access: public (bridge)
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Coords: 44.089, 6.808
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Access: public (Castellaras)
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Next stop
Distance: 118 km
Travel time: 1h55
2
Day

Antibes

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Day 2
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Discover

1
Phare de la Garoupe — Shadows & storms.
2
Villa Ephrussi — Presences in the garden.
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Activities

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Access: public (lighthouse)
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Coords: 43.559, 7.125
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Access: public (villa)
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Next stop
Distance: 74 km
Travel time: 1h25
3
Day

Menton

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Day 3
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Discover

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Marine Cemetery of Menton — Nocturnal voices.
2
Castle Hill (Nice) — Glimmers/murmurs.
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Activities

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Access: public (cemetery)
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Coords: 43.776, 7.507
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Access: public (hill)
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Next stop
Distance: 193 km
Travel time: 2h45
4
Day

Caromb

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Day 4
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Discover

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Pré Fantasti (Caromb) — Legend of alchemists.
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Château des Templiers (Gréoux) — Rumors 1970s.
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Activities

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Access: public (Caromb)
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Coords: 44.095, 5.101
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Access: public (Gréoux)
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Next stop
Distance: 116 km
Travel time: 2h
5
Day

Marseilleveyre

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Day 5
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Discover

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Grotte Dechaux — Inscriptions (1865–1868).
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Rochers des Deux Frères — Double legend.
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Activities

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Access: public (Dechaux)
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Coords: 43.214, 5.418
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Access: public (Deux Frères)
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Next stop
Distance: 156 km
Travel time: 2h15

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming countryside, ideal for all regions, moderate crowds, excellent value, romantic atmosphere.

Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, perfect for Mediterranean coast, festival season.

Fall (September-October): Harvest season, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, wine regions spectacular, excellent photography, good value.

Winter (November-March): Christmas markets, ski season Alps, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cozy indoor attractions, cultural experiences.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 5 and 7 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

What to discover in France?

Cultural capital with incredible cuisine, world-famous attractions, and diverse regions from Paris to Provence. Experience artistic heritage, wine culture, and sophisticated lifestyle. The country offers excellent infrastructure with cultural depth and culinary excellence. France provides complete cultural experiences with historical significance and modern sophistication in easily accessible destination.