KidZone Geography: France

Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur

Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur Map

The location of Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur within mainland France

The Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur region owes its development to the mediterranean climate and natural beauty. The provincial capital Marseille has the largest port in the France and the second biggest in Europe. This leads to a large amount of hreavy industry in the area. Along the coast to the Cote d'Azur area, tourism dominates with many famous and lavish resorts.