The underrated little seaside town that's Europe's 'mini Venice' and way cheaper

This pretty part of is just like Venice but it's a more affordable option with less tourists. Port Grimaud is a unique lake side town that's known for its pretty and peaceful atmosphere. The coastal town of Port Grimaud is a that's well-loved for its laid back way of life.

While you're there, you can wander along the canals, take a boat trip, or count the different colors on the facades. The area has been called the "Little Venice of Provence", with visitors likening the area to Italy's .

A visitor on Tripadvisor said: "Absolutely gorgeous place to visit. It's definitely a must if you go to the . Plenty of places to eat, drink and shop. It's very quaint and unspoilt. You won't be disappointed, it's just beautiful."

Another added: "We fell in love with this place. It's charming. It's surprisingly not mentioned in most of the Cote d'Azur reviews.

"Look at the photos, look at the satellite maps of it. It's so nice to walk on the streets that are surrounded by the sea water. Plenty of cafes and restaurants. A few shops with clothing and souvenirs."

To get to the area from the UK, you should fly to Nice in the and then travel by car to Port Grimaud which takes around an hour and 50 minutes.

Many who visit the area choose to include Nice as part of their itinerary, or another part of the such as St Tropez.

It's worth noting that Port Grimaud has a completely different feel to other areas in the south of .

It is a water-based village designed by Francois Spoerry, a famous 20th-century architect, in 1966, in which the streets almost seem to emerge from the water. The town can only be accessed by boat or on foot.

The pretty place is known for its and there is much to admire from yachts to architecture and its canals.