Provence –Alpes-Côte d'Azur is a region with a worldwide reputation. With 4.7 million inhabitants, PACA is the 3rd largest economy in France and the 19th most successful region in Europe (Europe of 25).

PACA offers an exceptional quality of life and is one of the premier tourist destinations in the world – 34 million tourists visit the region each year.
A highly attractive region, PACA has one of the greatest concentrations of academic & technological skills in Europe. As a result, PACA is a leading region for telecoms, micro-electronics, life science, aerospace, marine and submarine technologies, multimedia, food industry, chemistry & logistics.

To find out more about the PACA region and its innovative industries, please consult the summary data sheets and downloadable files.