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Cotignac gets US nonstop to Marseille in 2027
George Clooney reportedly opens restaurant in Cotignac, France, with new US flight.
In brief
George Clooney reportedly opens restaurant in Cotignac, France, with new US flight. United Airlines starts direct US flights to Marseille in 2027, with George Clooney planning an Italian restaurant in Cotignac, France. Originally reported by Seattletimes.
Cotignac gets US nonstop to Marseille
United Airlines will fly the only U.S. nonstop to Marseille starting June 4, 2027, from Newark.
George Clooney reportedly opens restaurant
George Clooney and Graham Porter are reportedly working on an upscale Italian restaurant in Les 3 Marches, Cotignac.
Clooney and family in France
George Clooney and his wife Amal became French citizens in December 2025 and live near Cotignac since 2021.
Cotignac is a beautiful village
Cotignac is one of 186 Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, joining the list in 2022.
Lou Calen restaurant
Lou Calen's restaurant Le Jardin Secret holds a Michelin Green Star and uses local ingredients.
Cotignac's attractions
Cotignac has a waterfall, troglodyte dwellings, and is near lavender fields and rosé vineyards.
US travelers to Provence rise
US travelers increased overnight stays in Provence by 19% in early 2026 compared to 2025.
The main idea
United Airlines starts direct US flights to Marseille in 2027, with George Clooney planning an Italian restaurant in Cotignac, France.
