Smallest Cities in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

1 Marseille Endoume 5,012

2 Bédarrides 5,014

3 Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade 5,041

4 Rue de France 5,108

5 Les Trois-Lucs 5,117

6 La Bouilladisse 5,122

7 La Timone 5,125

8 Peypin 5,133

9 Bonneveine 5,148

10 Trans-en-Provence 5,209

11 Saint-Joseph 5,246

12 Garéoult 5,268

13 Mallemort 5,298

14 Mazan 5,307

15 Thiers 5,314

16 Les Arnavaux 5,378

17 La Roque-d'Anthéron 5,469

18 Saint-Barthélemy 5,488

19 La Panouse 5,502

20 Simiane-Collongue 5,521

21 Palais de Justice 5,533

22 Cessole 5,580

23 Saint-Henri 5,595

24 Cavalaire-sur-Mer 5,670

25 Courthézon 5,723

26 Gémenos 5,727

27 Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts 5,758

28 Sarrians 5,817

29 Le Lavandou 5,902

30 Les Arcs 5,910

31 Saint-Tropez 5,939

32 Pégomas 6,052

33 Sénas 6,062

34 La Delorme 6,066

35 Le Pharo 6,153

36 Vaison-la-Romaine 6,207

37 La Penne-sur-Huveaune 6,253

38 La Calade 6,313

39 La Croix-Rouge 6,348

40 L'Estaque 6,391

41 Vieille Ville 6,396

42 Carry-le-Rouet 6,434

43 Saint-Antoine 6,436

44 Eyguières 6,475

45 Auguste Raynaud 6,592

46 Magnan Beaumettes 6,620

47 La Gaude 6,626

48 Les Aygalades 6,629

49 La Fare-les-Oliviers 6,646

50 La Viste 6,788

51 Sormiou 6,809

52 Bormes-les-Mimosas 6,857

53 Don Bosco 6,864

54 Contes 6,864

55 Saint-Chamas 6,901

56 La Farlède 6,918

57 Marseille Saint-Victor 6,926

58 Gambetta 6,928

59 Puget-sur-Argens 6,943

60 La Colle-sur-Loup 6,987

61 Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer 6,987

62 Morières-lès-Avignon 7,001

63 Lançon-Provence 7,031

64 Notre-Dame du Mont 7,033

65 Carnoux-en-Provence 7,042

66 Le Thor 7,055

67 Embrun 7,069

68 Le Chapitre 7,080

69 Rimiez 7,100

70 Saint-Victoret 7,100

71 Villefranche-sur-Mer 7,105

72 Castellane 7,169

73 Entraigues-sur-la-Sorgue 7,206

74 Les Baumettes 7,299

75 Gorbella 7,348

76 Le Canet 7,431

77 Jean-Médecin 7,452

78 Peymeinade 7,465

79 Éguilles 7,480

80 La Fourragère 7,526

81 Les Grands Carmes 7,577

82 Sisteron 7,605

83 Sausset-les-Pins 7,619

84 La Californie 7,732

85 Libération 7,736

86 Biot 7,737

87 Fuveau 7,845

88 Venelles 7,917

89 Vidauban 7,931

90 Saint-Pierre-de-Féric 7,940

91 Le Luc 7,953

92 Velaux 7,963

93 Lambesc 8,084

94 Cabriès 8,122

95 Saint-Mitre 8,134

96 Vieille Chapelle 8,181

97 Roquevaire 8,210

98 La Pointe Rouge 8,227

99 Lorgues 8,237

100 Gairaut 8,264

The smallest cities in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Marseille Endoume has a population of just 5,012. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

1. At 5,012 residents, Marseille Endoume is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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