Arles
A community guide to Arles in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, la France.
- Population
- 51,811 residents
- Region
- Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
- Country
- la France
- Coordinates
- 43.6768, 4.6303
Economy and services
The economy of Arles reflects a mixed regional economy, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur and la France. Businesses based in Arles draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.
Geography and location
Arles sits at approximate coordinates 43.6768 latitude and 4.6303 longitude within Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. The terrain and natural features around Arles reflect those typical of its part of la France, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Overview
Arles is a populated place in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, la France. The community supports 51,811 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. Its position within the broader regional network gives Arles a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.