This elegant jewel of the south, once the capital of Provence, offers not only elegant charm but a rich cultural legacy shaped by its most famous son, says Janine Marsh takes a walk in the footsteps of Cezanne in Aix-en-Provence. Some say it’s what inspired the humble fruit to become one of Cézanne’s obsessions, appearing again and again in his still life paintings. In the two-roomed studio, surrounded by aromatic pine trees, olive orchards and vineyards, Cezanne worked from 1902 until his death. And if all that art appreciation leaves you peckish, I recommend the glorious Villa Gallici just a short walk away. Find out more at: aixenprovencetourism.com/enJanine Marsh is a writer and editor of The Good Life France.