Beautiful Wooden Doorway into Courtyard

This beautiful wooden doorway into the courtyard has greenery adorning the top of the wall.  Note the pattern of the ironwork.  The wavy design is a typical Provencal styling.

Village Squares

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I love the little squares that one finds in the villages in Provence.  They are almost like courtyards.  This particular one is in St. Remy-de-Provence.  It has a fountain, and is shaded with chestnut trees.  There are lights strung between the trees and there is a patisserie and a creperie as well as a museum and access to shops across the street.  It is a perfect place to order an espresso and watch the world go by on a beautiful day.

Beautiful Shady Restaurant Courtyard

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This has to be one of the most beautiful restaurant courtyards that I have ever seen.  Unfortunately I was just walking the streets after eating at a cafe and I didn't record the name of this restaurant.

Winding Roads, A Beamer, Mountains and Courtyard

This pic has all the elements in it. You have a BMW convertible zipping along en plein air, on a winding mountain road past an elegant courtyard with the view of forest draped hills in the background.