{"id":54256,"date":"2025-07-17T05:43:15","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T03:43:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/?page_id=54256"},"modified":"2026-05-12T16:10:20","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T14:10:20","slug":"french-riviera-villages","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/en\/french-riviera-villages\/","title":{"rendered":"28 Top Villages in the French Riviera &amp; its Hinterland"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"54256\" class=\"elementor elementor-54256\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-275f357 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"275f357\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a5edf58 elementor-widget elementor-widget-template\" data-id=\"a5edf58\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" 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elementor-size-default\">MAP<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-18bbd3a1 container-h3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"18bbd3a1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-96148d8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"96148d8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/2\/embed?mid=19KurxO0m1VMp5ybIzfJhOIPIQDW4SIc&ehbc=2E312F&noprof=1\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ae0c5b1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ae0c5b1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Click on the icon\u00a0<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-53557\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/fullscreen-map-icon.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" \/> in the top-right corner to view the map in full screen.<\/p><p>The villages are in the <strong>3rd layer<\/strong>.<\/p><p>Show or hide the other layers as needed.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9804a99 container-h2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9804a99\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8a2fc3c e-con-full container-titre-h2 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8a2fc3c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-267db46 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"267db46\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">OVERVIEW<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e153829 e-con-full container-h3 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e153829\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f157c66 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f157c66\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Vibe<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1561760 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1561760\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"200\">The French Riviera, with its hinterland, probably has the highest number of truly interesting villages of any region in France. To keep things simple, we\u2019ve grouped them into 4 areas based on their location.<\/p><p data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"371\">The vibe of a village can totally change depending on the season, the weather, the time of day, how crowded it is, or whether there&#8217;s the weekly food market (which can range from a few stalls to several dozen stalls) or a local event going on.<\/p><p data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"578\">The best way to enjoy it? If possible, go at the right time, when it\u2019s not too empty but not packed either. The descriptions you&#8217;re about to read are based on visits in ideal conditions, showing each place at its best.<\/p><p data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"833\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">For the more popular villages, often near the coast and easy to get to, it\u2019s better to skip the peak hours in the middle of summer.<br data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"716\" \/>On the other hand, some of the more remote spots might feel sleepy off-season or when there\u2019s nothing going on.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41291b4 e-con-full container-h3 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"41291b4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3119dac elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3119dac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Sections<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c40f236 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c40f236\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"spaced-list\"><li>EAST COAST (from Cannes to Italy)<\/li><li>WEST COAST (from St. Tropez to the Calanques)<\/li><li>HINTERLAND<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0ac9b66 container-h2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0ac9b66\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-27722e6 e-con-full container-titre-h2 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"27722e6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-11a1267 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"11a1267\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">EAST COAST - Cannes to Italy<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c17e87e e-con-full container-h3 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c17e87e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-799f563 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"799f563\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Between the hills and the Mediterranean, this stretch of coast is full of villages with rich heritage, charming architecture and a lively vibe. It&#8217;s where culture, elegance and sunshine meet.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0d4f036 e-con-full container-h3 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0d4f036\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5706352 tableau elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-advanced-data-table\" data-id=\"5706352\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"eael-advanced-data-table.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ea-advanced-data-table-wrap\" data-id=\"5706352\"><div class=\"ea-advanced-data-table-wrap-inner\">\n                <table class=\"ea-advanced-data-table ea-advanced-data-table-csv ea-advanced-data-table-5706352\" data-id=\"5706352\"><thead><tr><th>Name<\/th><th>\tAltitude<br>m (ft)<\/th><th>\tTo Coast\u00b9<br>km (mi)<\/th><th>\t\tM<\/th><th>\tT<\/th><th>\tW<\/th><th>\tT<\/th><th>\tF<\/th><th>\tS<\/th><th>\tS<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u00c8ze<\/td><td>\t400 (1310)<\/td><td>\t0.6 (0.4)<\/td><td>\t\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>St. Paul-de-Vence<\/td><td>\t200 (660)<\/td><td>\t5.6 (3.5)<\/td><td>\t\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Roquebrune<\/td><td>\t220 (720)<\/td><td>\t0.6 (0.4)<\/td><td>\t\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>La Turbie<\/td><td>\t480 (1580)<\/td><td>\t2 (1.2)<\/td><td>\t\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Haut de Cagnes<\/td><td>\t90 (300)<\/td><td>\t1.8 (1.1)<\/td><td>\t\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Biot<\/td><td>\t70 (230)<\/td><td>\t2.6 (1.6)<\/td><td>\t\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Valbonne<\/td><td>\t200 (660)<\/td><td>\t10 (6.2)<\/td><td>\t\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mougins<\/td><td>\t250 (820)<\/td><td>\t5.7 (3.5)<\/td><td>\t\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n            <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-183f9b0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"183f9b0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\u00b9 Distance from the coast as the crow flies.<\/p><p>M T W T F S S = morning of the week when the village food market (and sometimes craft) takes place.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a873764 container-h3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a873764\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5208e56 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5208e56\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">\u00c8ze<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4793277 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4793277\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/garden-exotic-eze.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-34417\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/garden-exotic-eze.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/garden-exotic-eze-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/garden-exotic-eze-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/garden-exotic-eze-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-df28e19 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"df28e19\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 400m (1310ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 0.6km (0.4mi)<\/p><p>Hanging between the sky and the sea, \u00c8ze is one of the most iconic hilltop villages on the French Riviera. Clinging to the cliffside at over 400 meters above sea level, it gives you a spectacular view over the Mediterranean. It totally looks like a postcard, and yeah, it\u2019s no hidden gem lots of people come here every year but even with the crowds, the village hasn\u2019t lost an ounce of its charm.<\/p><p>As you climb up to the top, you follow these winding cobbled streets lined with beautifully restored medieval houses. You stroll around with your head in the clouds, checking out the arched passages, flower-covered fa\u00e7ades, artisan workshops and little art galleries. Sure it\u2019s a tourist hotspot, but the place still feels authentic.<\/p><p>And at the very top, the best part of the visit: the exotic garden. Set on the ruins of an old castle, this hanging haven is filled with stunning succulents, agaves and cacti from all over the world. But what\u2019ll really blow your mind is the view a jaw-dropping panorama of the whole Riviera, from Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat all the way to Italy.<\/p><p>\u00c8ze is also perfect if you like to take your time. You\u2019ll want to explore it early in the morning or late in the day, when there are less tourists and the streets get quiet again. With its rocky beauty, Mediterranean plants and that endless blue horizon, \u00c8ze captures that timeless Riviera vibe.<\/p><p>\ud83d\udccd\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/YNnLgJ3YYuhkHvVm7\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+%C3%A8ze&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83d\udcdc\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/%C3%88ze\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Thursday and Saturday mornings<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-20bcb79 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"20bcb79\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-976e333 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"976e333\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Saint-Paul-de-Vence<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d9f7eed elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d9f7eed\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/village-saint-paul-de-vence.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-33415\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/village-saint-paul-de-vence.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/village-saint-paul-de-vence-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/village-saint-paul-de-vence-1024x409.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/village-saint-paul-de-vence-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-901909b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"901909b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 200m (660ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 5.6km (3.5mi)<\/p><p>Perched on a hill, Saint-Paul-de-Vence is a true icon of the French Riviera. For a long time it was just a quiet fortified village, but in the 20th century, it took on a whole new artistic life. Back in the 1920s and 30s, when it was still just a peaceful hamlet, painters started showing up, drawn by the region\u2019s ever-changing light. Their canvases and brushes settled there and pretty soon, writers and movie stars followed.<\/p><p>Today, even with all the tourists, the magic\u2019s still very much alive. The cobbled lanes twist and turn between perfectly restored old stone buildings. You\u2019ve got to take your time strolling down Rue Grande, lined with noble houses from the 16th and 17th centuries, now turned into art galleries, studios and little shops. The village\u2019s soul is still deeply artistic with around fifty galleries and studios and of course the must-see Maeght Foundation, a major spot for modern European art, just on the edge of the village.<\/p><p>Walking the ramparts, gives you a peaceful stroll with wide views over the surrounding countryside. There\u2019s also the Henri-Layet path along the western wall, where you can walk in calm.<\/p><p>A few more things: the Folon Chapel, decorated by the Belgian artist in a dreamy mix of stained glass, mosaics and sculptures; the collegiate church, packed with paintings from the 15th to the 18th century; and the cemetery, where Marc Chagall is buried.<\/p><p>\ud83d\udccd\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Jk5s55jRHyEY1C9e8\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=village+saint+paul+de+vence&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83d\udcdc\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Saint-Paul-de-Vence\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Wednesday and Friday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/cotedazurfrance.com\/offers\/small-local-farmers-market-saint-paul-de-vence-en-2830790\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-52c5478 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"52c5478\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-050f08a elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"050f08a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Roquebrune<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4555d62 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4555d62\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/roquebrune-cap-martin-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-35084\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/roquebrune-cap-martin-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/roquebrune-cap-martin-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/roquebrune-cap-martin-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/roquebrune-cap-martin-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bb33b1f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bb33b1f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 220m (720ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 0.6km (0.4mi)<\/p><p>Overlooking the Mediterranean from its rocky spur, the old village of Roquebrune-Cap-Martin is a medieval gem tucked between Menton and Monaco. Sheltered from the coastal hustle, it spreads out in a maze of narrow, steep lanes lined with old houses connected by arches and covered passages. The vibe there is calm, almost like time&#8217;s standing still.<\/p><p>At the heart of the village stands a feudal castle from the 10th century the only one of its kind in France. This stark but striking fortress was gradually adapted for gunpowder use over the centuries. From the top of the walls, you get an amazing view over Cap Martin and the bay of Menton, with the Mediterranean stretching out in the background.<\/p><p>Just outside the village, stands the ancient olive tree of Roquebrune, this giant with multiple trunks is said to be over 2,000 years old and is listed among France\u2019s remarkable trees. It\u2019s a short walk from the main square and adds a poetic touch to your visit.<\/p><p>Roquebrune hasn\u2019t lost its soul. If you go off-season or early in the morning, you\u2019ll really feel the silence of the stone, the coolness of the shaded alleys and the raw beauty of a place whose quiet charm never fails to work its magic.<\/p><p>\ud83d\udccd\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/aoY4mkxAtVyG3tHeA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+roquebrune+cap+martin&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83d\udcdc\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Roquebrune-Cap-Martin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Thursday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/marche-alimentaire-du-village-roquebrune-cap-martin-en-2997392\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c7d6153 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c7d6153\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bd024a0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"bd024a0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">La Turbie<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44a6447 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"44a6447\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/la-turbie-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54300\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/la-turbie-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/la-turbie-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/la-turbie-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/la-turbie-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-123a4dd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"123a4dd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 480m (1580ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 2km (1.2mi)<\/p><p>Perched above Monaco, the village of La Turbie feels like a natural balcony over the Mediterranean. Its name\u2019s forever tied to the stunning Trophy of Augustus, a majestic Roman monument built in the 1st century BC to celebrate Emperor Augustus\u2019s victory over the Alpine tribes. You can spot it from far away and it\u2019s a masterpiece of ancient art that shows just how important La Turbie was along the old Via Julia Augusta, parts of which are now followed by the modern Grande Corniche road.<\/p><p>The old village, still surrounded by traces of its medieval past, charms you with its narrow streets, vaulted alleys and secret passages. You enter through the west gate, the last bit left of the old wall, where a few lines from Dante\u2019s <em>Divine Comedy<\/em> are carved in stone, talking about the village.<\/p><p>La Turbie is really a mix of epic history, jaw-dropping views and real-life authenticity a place floating somewhere between ancient Rome and today\u2019s Mediterranean.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/2cQbCKCL4d7zhbVW8\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+la+turbie&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/La_Turbie\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Thursday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/la-turbie-market-la-turbie-en-3006301\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f435ff container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8f435ff\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c154da2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c154da2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Haut de Cagnes<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6cc2557 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6cc2557\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/haut-de-cagnes-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54294\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/haut-de-cagnes-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/haut-de-cagnes-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/haut-de-cagnes-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/haut-de-cagnes-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b1dcf0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2b1dcf0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 90m (300ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 1.8km (1.1mi)<\/p><p>Perched between the sea and the hills, the medieval village of Haut-de-Cagnes is probably the most charming side of Cagnes-sur-Mer town. It\u2019s a postcard-perfect maze of flower-filled lanes, stairways, vaulted passages and old houses from the 15th to 17th centuries, all bathed in that soft Proven\u00e7al light.<\/p><p>Right in the middle of it all stands the Grimaldi Castle-Museum, built in the 14th centurt. Don\u2019t let the plain exterior fool you inside, there\u2019s an elegant courtyard with stacked galleries and a balustrade staircase. Up top, the panoramic terrace gives you an incredible view over the rooftops, the sea and the inland hills.<\/p><p>Close by, Saint-Pierre Church has two naves from different periods and some beautiful 17th-century paintings, while the little chapel of Notre-Dame-de-Protection has frescoes from the 16th century and a terrace that looks straight out over the Med.<\/p><p>Haut-de-Cagnes is also very much alive. You can settle down on the terrace of a small restaurant or guesthouse, bump into artists and travelers, and enjoy live jazz concerts in the summer right on the castle square.<\/p><p>With its medieval charm, vibrant culture and amazing views, Haut-de-Cagnes is a true slice of authenticity on the French Riviera.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/vrWkcBqpFqVv5z956\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+haut+de+cagnes&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cagnes-sur-Mer\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 No<\/p><p>The village of Haut-de-Cagnes doesn&#8217;t have a food market, but further down, in the town of Cagnes-sur-Mer, there are several.<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/ville.cagnes.fr\/rendez-vous-commerciaux\/marches-hebdomadaires\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Town Hall Website &#8211; Fr)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-447c935 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"447c935\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b84e73 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1b84e73\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Biot<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e11fe2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4e11fe2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/biot-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54264\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/biot-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/biot-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/biot-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/biot-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e0bb7b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8e0bb7b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 70m (230ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 2.6km (1.6mi)<\/p><p>Just a few kilometers from the beaches of Antibes, perched on its little hill, Biot is a village of artisans that\u2019s managed to keep its charm while always reinventing itself. Gently sloping cobbled streets, arched passages, old stone houses and a lovely central square, Place des Arcades, all set the scene for a place that makes you want to slow down and wander.<\/p><p>Since Roman times, Biot\u2019s been known for its clay, once used to make jars for wine and olive oil. That faded a bit in the 19th century when metal containers took over, but in the 1950s, the village got a second wind thanks to the trend for decorative garden pottery. And nowadays, Biot is all about glassblowing.<\/p><p>There\u2019s more to the culture here too. The Fernand L\u00e9ger Museum, with its massive mosaics and modernist stained glass, has over 450 works by the master of colorful cubism. And the Museum of Biot History and Ceramics tells the story of the village through old objects, costumes and glazed pottery, all housed in a former chapel.<\/p><p>Walking through the village, you\u2019ll spot remains of the 16th-century fortifications that hint at Biot\u2019s strategic past. There\u2019s the Tines and Migraniers gates, 14th-century arcades, and the Sainte-Marie-Madeleine church, which has two altarpieces, that give the place that medieval feel.<\/p><p>Biot\u2019s also got plenty of life in it. You\u2019ve got local farmers\u2019 markets on Saturdays and a Proven\u00e7al market Tuesday mornings, buzzing caf\u00e9s and tons of little art galleries. And the village loves to celebrate, from the Mimosa Festival in February to the Harvest Festival in September.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/fpWqd7dGWo4gXnQDA\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=biot+village&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Biot,_Alpes-Maritimes\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<br \/><\/span>Tuesday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/cotedazurfrance.com\/offers\/provencal-market-biot-en-3009326\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><br \/>Saturday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/cotedazurfrance.com\/offers\/farmers-market-biot-en-5307880\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-749c2c6 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"749c2c6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a395043 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a395043\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Valbonne<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f357904 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f357904\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/place-des-arcades-square-valbonne-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-53861\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/place-des-arcades-square-valbonne-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/place-des-arcades-square-valbonne-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/place-des-arcades-square-valbonne-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/place-des-arcades-square-valbonne-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f6a5714 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f6a5714\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 200m (660ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 10km (6.2mi)<\/p><p>Valbonne has this super unique layout, it was built in a perfect grid, like the old Roman military camps, which is pretty rare in Provence. It was founded in 1520 by the monks of L\u00e9rins, who were trying to bring life back to a region devastated by centuries of plague.<\/p><p>At its heart is Place des Arcades, a cozy, central square lined with houses that sit on low pillars, kind of like the bastides you see in southwest France. From there, straight little streets lead you through all sorts of lovely spots: Rue Grande, the old 19th-century town hall, an old fountain, and a historic stone trough. The village is lively, with artisan shops, caf\u00e9s and terraces that make you want to sit and stay awhile.<\/p><p>Valbonne has a great vibe going on with its Friday morning market, all around the church square, where you can check out local food and crafts in a laid-back Proven\u00e7al atmosphere.<\/p><p>Down by the river, the Romanesque chapel of Saint-Roch is worth a stop. It used to be part of an old abbey from the 13th-century.<\/p><p>Valbonne really has a mellow energy and is perfectly nestled between wooded hills and the buzz of the Riviera.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/9b1r26DSEGNkpnt98\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+valbonne&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Valbonne\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Friday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/marche-provencal-de-valbonne-valbonne-en-4487150\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b2a24b9 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b2a24b9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ed6b9ba elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"ed6b9ba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Mougins<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-64f67e7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"64f67e7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"481\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mougins-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-53858\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mougins-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mougins-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mougins-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mougins-village-768x308.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ce14028 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ce14028\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 250m (820ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 5.7km (3.5mi)<\/p><p>Behind Cannes, Mougins proudly looks out over the towns and hills all the way to the Prealps. The village spirals up like a snail shell around its old church tower, offering views of the Bay of Cannes, the L\u00e9rins Islands and the mountains around Grasse.<\/p><p>The heart of the old village is laid out like a seashell, curling around Place du Commandant-Lamy. The narrow streets have are lined with buzzing art galleries. The only remaining gate from the old fortifications is a reminder of the village\u2019s medieval past.<\/p><p>Art is everywhere in Mougins. The Museum of Classical Art (MACM) holds a mix of Greco-Roman antiquities and pieces by Picasso, Matisse, Dali, Warhol and others. The Contemporary Photography Center puts on bold exhibitions year-round.<\/p><p>Mougins also shines when it comes to events. \u201cLes \u00c9toiles de Mougins\u201d is a world-famous gastronomy festival where top chefs come together for demos and tastings. The Notre-Dame-de-Vie Festival hosts open-air opera concerts, while \u201cMougins Monumental\u201d fills the village with sculpture installations each year.<\/p><p>In Mougins, elegance blends with that Proven\u00e7al gentleness of life it\u2019s all about art, stunning views and rich history.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/GtrPpgSnkJ624GTN7\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+mougins&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Mougins\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Sunday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/farmers-and-artisans-market-mougins-en-5428116\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-624c084 container-h2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"624c084\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-54ab937 e-con-full container-titre-h2 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"54ab937\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b6226d0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b6226d0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">WEST COAST - St. Tropez to Calanques<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7bb1f93 e-con-full container-h3 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7bb1f93\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f6b190e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f6b190e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Here, the villages switch between little ports, lively alleys and sea views. You&#8217;ll feel the local history, the Proven\u00e7al spirit and a real sense of warmth, all in a stunning natural setting.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a7616e6 e-con-full container-h3 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a7616e6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0481f1c tableau elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-advanced-data-table\" data-id=\"0481f1c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"eael-advanced-data-table.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ea-advanced-data-table-wrap\" data-id=\"0481f1c\"><div class=\"ea-advanced-data-table-wrap-inner\">\n                <table class=\"ea-advanced-data-table ea-advanced-data-table-csv ea-advanced-data-table-0481f1c\" data-id=\"0481f1c\"><thead><tr><th>Name<\/th><th>\tAltitude<br>m (ft)<\/th><th>\tTo Coast\u00b9<br>km (mi)<\/th><th>\tLabel\u00b2<\/th><th>\tM<\/th><th>\tT<\/th><th>\tW<\/th><th>\tT<\/th><th>\tF<\/th><th>\tS<\/th><th>\tS<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Bormes-les-Mimosas<\/td><td>\t140 (460)<\/td><td>\t2.6 (1.6)<\/td><td>\t\u2714\ufe0f<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gassin<\/td><td>\t190 (620)<\/td><td>\t3.9 (2.4)<\/td><td>\t\u2714\ufe0f<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Grimaud<\/td><td>\t100 (330)<\/td><td>\t4.2 (2.6)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Port Grimaud<\/td><td>\t0<\/td><td>\t0<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ramatuelle<\/td><td>\t130 (430)<\/td><td>\t4 (2.5)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Garde-Freinet<\/td><td>\t350 (1150)<\/td><td>\t10 (6.2)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n            <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6349d78 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6349d78\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\u00b9 Distance from the coast as the crow flies.<\/p><p>\u00b2 <em>Plus Beaux Villages de France<\/em> Label means &#8220;Most Beautiful Villages of France&#8221;.<br \/>Renowned label by an association for villages it considers France\u2019s most beautiful.<\/p><p>M T W T F S S = morning of the week when the village food market (and sometimes craft) takes place.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d4fb974 container-h3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d4fb974\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f72b045 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f72b045\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Bormes-les-Mimosas<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e9e37b9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e9e37b9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/viewpoint-saint-francois-square-bormes-les-mimosas.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-34516\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/viewpoint-saint-francois-square-bormes-les-mimosas.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/viewpoint-saint-francois-square-bormes-les-mimosas-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/viewpoint-saint-francois-square-bormes-les-mimosas-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/viewpoint-saint-francois-square-bormes-les-mimosas-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-989a130 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"989a130\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 140m (460ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 2.6km (1.6mi)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Label<\/span>\u00a0 <span data-sheets-root=\"1\">\u2714\ufe0f<\/span><\/p><p>Perched on the lower slopes of the Maures mountains, Bormes-les-Mimosas really stands out as one of the prettiest villages on the French Riviera. The old medieval part has been beautifully restored and you&#8217;ll love wandering through its steep little streets full of flowers, its vaulted passages, and all those sunlit stairways and tiny squares.<\/p><p>It\u2019s actually even more charming outside the busy summer season, when you can really take in the village\u2019s amazing plant life, around 700 species from all over the world that fill the place with incredible colours and scents.<\/p><p>Of course, it\u2019s the mimosa that\u2019s put Bormes on the map. It\u2019s been officially linked to the village since 1920 and even gave it part of its name back in 1968. In January and February, the blooming mimosa transforms the whole area and draws in nature lovers, especially for the famous Corso fleuri, a spectacular flower parade that brings thousands of people together every year.<\/p><p>The village also has some lovely buildings worth checking out. The 18th-century Saint-Trophyme church is really elegant with its Romanesque style and old frescoes. Not far from there, the History and Art Museum, which is set in an old mansion, shows off local paintings, sculptures and art objects. And if you head uphill, you\u2019ll get to the ruins of the medieval castle, where the view over Cap B\u00e9nat and the \u00celes d&#8217;Or is just stunning.<\/p><p>And Bormes doesn\u2019t stop there, it celebrates its love of flowers all year round with events like Mimosalia at the end of January and the Medieval Festival at Pentecost. These traditions, along with the amazing scenery and laid-back vibe, really make the village a must-see on the C\u00f4te d\u2019Azur.<\/p><p>\ud83d\udccd\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/VK7D5Tn5eCzgCGCA8\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=ruelles+bormes+les+mimosas&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83d\udcdc\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Bormes-les-Mimosas\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Wednesday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/marche-artisanal-et-alimentaire-village-bormes-les-mimosas-en-2890537\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e80b265 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e80b265\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b08809a elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b08809a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Gassin<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-558b021 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"558b021\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gassin-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-35251\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gassin-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gassin-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gassin-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gassin-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f79ac02 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f79ac02\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 190m (260ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 3.9km (2.4mi)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Label<\/span>\u00a0 <span data-sheets-root=\"1\">\u2714\ufe0f<\/span><\/p><p>Gassin is a hilltop village in the Var region, perched high above the Saint-Tropez peninsula. You get there by winding your way up a twisty road, and once you&#8217;re at the top, the view is just stunning, you can see the whole Gulf of Saint-Tropez dotted with boats, like a living painting straight out of a Paul Signac piece. He actually stayed there once, which makes the scene even more poetic.<\/p><p>Part of Gassin\u2019s charm comes from its old historical features. You\u2019ll find yourself strolling past ancient ramparts, stone-paved alleys, and cute little archways. One quirky highlight is the narrowest street in the world.<\/p><p>What really makes Gassin special is how deeply rooted it is in its winegrowing tradition. The village has kept its farming alive, especially with vineyards, which not only keeps the landscape looking beautiful but also supports a sustainable local economy.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re into plants, you\u2019ll love the two gardens. The Marie-Th\u00e9r\u00e8se L&#8217;Hardy Garden has nearly 600 types of Mediterranean plants and gives you an amazing view over the valley. And then there\u2019s the Gassin Garden, outside the village, which covers two hectares and was designed with biodiversity in mind, don\u2019t miss the stunning rose garden with 300 old varieties.<\/p><p>With its peaceful Proven\u00e7al vibe, beautiful landscapes and rich heritage, Gassin really feels like a magical little escape floating between sky and sea.<\/p><p>\ud83d\udccd\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/xYKf7dsKdAEhvLxbA\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+gassin&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83d\udcdc\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Gassin\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 No<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cef5603 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"cef5603\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-20285b9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"20285b9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Grimaud<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-920ef2f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"920ef2f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/grimaud-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-34635\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/grimaud-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/grimaud-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/grimaud-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/grimaud-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-218eb92 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"218eb92\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 100m (330ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 4.2km (2.6mi)<\/p><p>Grimaud is one of those iconic hilltop villages in the Var. Nestled between the Maures mountains and the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, it still shows off its medieval roots, especially with the old castle towers that rise above the landscape. What used to be a defensive stronghold is now a real gem for visitors, mixing Proven\u00e7al charm with beautifully restored buildings and loads of blooming flowers.<\/p><p>Wandering through the village is a treat, a mix of shade and sun, cobbled streets, stone stairways, quiet little squares, and fa\u00e7ades draped in wisteria and bougainvillea. Naturally, the path takes you up to the ruins of the medieval castle, and the view from up there totally makes the climb worth it.<\/p><p>Among the historic highlights, you\u2019ve got the Saint-Michel church with its simple, Romanesque design. You\u2019ll also pass by a lovely old house with arcades from the 15th and 16th centuries, a reminder of the village\u2019s former wealth.<\/p><p>In summer, Grimaud hosts Les Grimaldines, a world music festival held right at the castle. There are free street performances before the main shows, which really bring the village to life.<\/p><p>With all its history, natural beauty and living traditions, Grimaud isn\u2019t just a pretty place to look at, it\u2019s a village full of soul, and once you\u2019ve been, it\u2019s not one you\u2019ll forget.<\/p><p>\ud83d\udccd\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/RSTVLCf6z7NrLGU67\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+village+grimaud&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83d\udcdc\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Grimaud,_Var\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Thursday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/day-market-in-grimaud-village-grimaud-en-2880603\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a1a82c9 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a1a82c9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ed263b0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"ed263b0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Port Grimaud<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2dc12ac elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2dc12ac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marina-grimaud.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-34676\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marina-grimaud.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marina-grimaud-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marina-grimaud-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marina-grimaud-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8a10669 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8a10669\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 0<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 0<\/p><p>Tucked at the end of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, you\u2019ll find Port Grimaud, a bold creation born in 1966 from the mind of an architect from Alsace. His vision? Turn a swampy stretch of land into a colorful Mediterranean village built around canals, kind of like a Proven\u00e7al Venice.<\/p><p>With about 2,500 homes and 7 km of canals lined by 12 km of quays, Port Grimaud is like something out of a dream. Boats are docked right at people\u2019s doorsteps. Every detail was carefully planned to blend beauty, practicality and that sweet Proven\u00e7al lifestyle. The buildings follow traditional architecture, with soft pastel fa\u00e7ades that reflect beautifully in the water.<\/p><p>You should definitely check out the Saint-Fran\u00e7ois des Sables church, it looks a bit like a little fortress. If you climb up to its terrace, you\u2019ll get a breathtaking view over the whole village. Inside, there are modern stained-glass windows by Victor Vasarely, adding a splash of bold color and creativity to the space.<\/p><p>The whole village is pedestrian-only, which makes it perfect for walking around or, better yet, cruising through the canals. You can hop on a little water taxi, for a guided tour.<\/p><p>Port Grimaud has its charm any time of day, but in the late afternoon, when the golden light hits those pastel walls, it feels almost magical. It\u2019s a one-of-a-kind place, part lived-in village, part marina, part picture-perfect postcard, where modern design and Proven\u00e7al inspiration come together beautifully.<\/p><p>\ud83d\udccd\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/zt8nLT3egJ6TeuKQ9\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=canaux+port+grimaud&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83d\udcdc\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Port_Grimaud\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Thursday and Sunday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/marketday-in-port-grimaud-grimaud-en-2887365\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-52f1d8e container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"52f1d8e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d613605 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d613605\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Ramatuelle<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2744c34 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2744c34\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ramatuelle-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54315\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ramatuelle-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ramatuelle-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ramatuelle-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ramatuelle-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b5e7288 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b5e7288\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 130m (430ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 4km (2.5mi)<\/p><p>Clinging to the hillside and surrounded by vineyards, Ramatuelle is a medieval village in the Var that\u2019s kept all its old-school charm. The tall houses line up like a natural fortress, almost as if they\u2019re still standing guard against past invasions. The village has been carefully restored and, while it gets pretty touristy in peak season, it still holds onto a strong local spirit and stays wonderfully peaceful the rest of the year.<\/p><p>Just wandering through the narrow streets is a treat, the walls are covered in bougainvillea and evening primrose, giving the place a timeless Proven\u00e7al feel. The heart of the village is the Place de l\u2019Ormeau, and not far off you\u2019ll find the Notre-Dame church, leaning against the old ramparts. It\u2019s full of character, with a serpentine stone portal, a couple of 17th-century altarpieces and a bell tower that used to serve as a watchtower.<\/p><p>Ramatuelle also comes alive with culture. Every summer, it hosts the famous Festival de Ramatuelle, with music, theater and variety shows. Then around mid-August, there\u2019s a jazz festival that brings a relaxed, music-loving vibe to the village.<\/p><p>With its mix of heritage, culture and nearby beaches, Ramatuelle really captures a certain kind of C\u00f4te d\u2019Azur, one that\u2019s elegant, preserved, and deeply rooted in its land.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/o8nLPrUk7daZKMat7\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+ramatuelle&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ramatuelle\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Thursday and Sunday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/marche-au-village-ramatuelle-en-2860435\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7104774 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7104774\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6e3eb5e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6e3eb5e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Garde-Freinet<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9fa2910 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"9fa2910\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/garde-freinet-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54288\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/garde-freinet-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/garde-freinet-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/garde-freinet-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/garde-freinet-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6691a52 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6691a52\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 350m (1150ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 10km (6.2mi)<\/p><p>Just 10 km north of Grimaud, right in the heart of the Maures mountains, La Garde-Freinet is a village that\u2019s stayed fiercely authentic. Surrounded by vast chestnut forests, it sits on a mountain pass like a lookout point between the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and the Maures plain.<\/p><p>The village stayed isolated for a long time, almost self-sufficient, relying on local resources, chestnut farming and cork harvesting, all the way up to the 19th century. You can still get a feel for that past at the Conservatoire du patrimoine du Freinet, set inside the old Saint-Jean chapel. The museum has exhibitions on farming traditions, tools, local plants, and even archaeological finds from the ancient fortified village.<\/p><p>La Garde-Freinet has managed to avoid the noisy tourist crowds and holds on to a rare kind of peace. The village center, with its little squares, fountains, is perfect for taking a slow stroll.<\/p><p>Just a kilometer from the center, you can hike up to Fort Freinet, a medieval village carved into the rock at 450 meters up. The site dates back to the 12th century and has the remains of houses, a chapel and defensive ditches, plus a killer view over the whole region.<\/p><p>The cultural calendar\u2019s lively too: the big Chestnut Festival on the last two Sundays of October, and a Santons Fair (with those classic Proven\u00e7al figurines) at the end of the year, all keeping that Proven\u00e7al spirit alive all year long.<\/p><p>With its deep roots, untouched scenery and proud independence, La Garde-Freinet is one of the most genuine and hidden villages in the inland C\u00f4te d\u2019Azur, and yet it\u2019s still not far from the coast.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/thbmHwRDtp6KyLc36\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+la+garde+freinet&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/La_Garde-Freinet\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Wednesday and Sunday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/weekly-provencal-market-la-garde-freinet-en-2853444\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c9913e7 container-h2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"c9913e7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-382af73 e-con-full container-titre-h2 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"382af73\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-545d074 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"545d074\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">HINTERLAND<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5235d47 e-con-full container-h3 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5235d47\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4a26f65 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4a26f65\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>This mountain area is home to villages with deep roots and loads of character. Picture valleys, stone houses, strong traditions and a true mountain personality.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7a21d4d e-con-full container-h3 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7a21d4d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d7db4bb tableau elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-advanced-data-table\" data-id=\"d7db4bb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"eael-advanced-data-table.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ea-advanced-data-table-wrap\" data-id=\"d7db4bb\"><div class=\"ea-advanced-data-table-wrap-inner\">\n                <table class=\"ea-advanced-data-table ea-advanced-data-table-csv ea-advanced-data-table-d7db4bb\" data-id=\"d7db4bb\"><thead><tr><th>Name<\/th><th>\tAltitude<br>m (ft)<\/th><th>\tTo Coast\u00b9<br>km (mi)<\/th><th>\tLabel\u00b2<\/th><th>\tM<\/th><th>\tT<\/th><th>\tW<\/th><th>\tT<\/th><th>\tF<\/th><th>\tS<\/th><th>\tS<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>St. Agn\u00e8s<\/td><td>\t660 (2160)<\/td><td>\t4.3 (2.7)<\/td><td>\t\u2714\ufe0f<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Saorge<\/td><td>\t530 (1740)<\/td><td>\t22 (14)<\/td><td>\t\u2714\ufe0f<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Coaraze<\/td><td>\t640 (2100)<\/td><td>\t17 (11)<\/td><td>\t\u2714\ufe0f<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tende<\/td><td>\t820 (2690)<\/td><td>\t34 (21)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>La Brigue<\/td><td>\t780 (2560)<\/td><td>\t30 (19)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sospel<\/td><td>\t350 (1150)<\/td><td>\t12 (7.5)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Peille<\/td><td>\t640 (2100)<\/td><td>\t6.4 (4)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Peillon<\/td><td>\t340 (1120)<\/td><td>\t5.4 (3.4)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Castellar<\/td><td>\t370 (1210)<\/td><td>\t2.7 (1.7)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gorbio<\/td><td>\t350 (1150)<\/td><td>\t3.2 (2)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Luc\u00e9ram<\/td><td>\t670 (2200)<\/td><td>\t17 (11)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gourdon<\/td><td>\t730 (2400)<\/td><td>\t16 (10)<\/td><td>\t\u2714\ufe0f<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tourrettes-sur-Loup<\/td><td>\t380 (1250)<\/td><td>\t11 (6.8)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cabris<\/td><td>\t550 (1800)<\/td><td>\t15 (9.3)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n            <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b274183 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b274183\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\u00b9 Distance from the coast as the crow flies.<\/p><p>\u00b2 <em>Plus Beaux Villages de France<\/em> Label means &#8220;Most Beautiful Villages of France&#8221;.<br \/>Renowned label by an association for villages it considers France\u2019s most beautiful.<\/p><p>M T W T F S S = morning of the week when the village food market (and sometimes craft) takes place.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ac87907 container-h3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ac87907\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41d7bc5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"41d7bc5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">St. Agn\u00e8s<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-206cdd9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"206cdd9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"481\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/saint-agnes-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54321\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/saint-agnes-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/saint-agnes-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/saint-agnes-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/saint-agnes-village-768x308.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fcf8d93 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fcf8d93\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 660m (2160ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 22km (14mi)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Label<\/span>\u00a0 <span data-sheets-root=\"1\">\u2714\ufe0f<\/span><\/p><p>Perched high above Menton on a cliffside, Sainte-Agn\u00e8s is officially the highest coastal village in Europe, and the view over the Mediterranean is absolutely breathtaking. It\u2019s a rare spot, home to a perfectly preserved old village with a maze of tiny alleys, medieval archways, vaulted passages, and a cobbled main street that leads you to an incredible lookout point.<\/p><p>What makes Sainte-Agn\u00e8s so special is its mix of history and military heritage. The Fort Maginot de Sainte-Agn\u00e8s, dug right into the mountain, is basically an underground city covering 2,000 square meters. It played a defensive role during World War II and now you can visit it, with everything from bunkers and kitchens to big machinery and a modern setup that brings its story to life.<\/p><p>Another gem is the old medieval castle site, which you reach via a steep little trail. Up among the ruins, there\u2019s a terraced medieval garden planted with species from the era. It\u2019s a simple, peaceful place that feels both poetic and timeless.<\/p><p>Sainte-Agn\u00e8s isn\u2019t just about dramatic views, it\u2019s a real haven, where every stone has a story, every viewpoint invites you to pause, and the whole village feels like it\u2019s suspended between sky, sea and memory.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/C13N5hQBw1YuWHG87\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+village+sainte-agn\u00e8s&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Sainte-Agn%C3%A8s,_Alpes-Maritimes\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 No<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5440aa0 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5440aa0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-611da5a elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"611da5a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Saorge<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-92e8274 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"92e8274\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/saorge-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54327\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/saorge-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/saorge-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/saorge-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/saorge-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e2e3f02 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e2e3f02\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 530m (1740ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 22km (14mi)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Label<\/span>\u00a0 <span data-sheets-root=\"1\">\u2714\ufe0f<\/span><\/p><p>Perched on the mountainside in the upper Roya valley, Saorge rises like an eagle\u2019s nest, both majestic and dizzying. Its tall houses from the 15th to 17th centuries, painted in shades of violet slate, ochre and faded blue, are stacked on steep rock faces, almost defying gravity. With their balconies hanging over the void, they form a natural wall overlooking the valley, all turned toward the sun.<\/p><p>The village also has some amazing religious heritage, especially the Notre-Dame-des-Miracles Monastery, founded in the 17th century. It sits at the top of the village and is known for its beautiful Franciscan frescoes.<\/p><p>Nature plays a big part in Saorge\u2019s charm too. Just at the entrance of the village. Down the road, the rock pools of the Bendola, known locally as the &#8220;bath of the Semite&#8221;, offer a refreshing and scenic swim spot.<\/p><p>And then there\u2019s the village life, welcoming and laid-back, with guesthouses, cozy little eateries and cultural events throughout the year.<\/p><p>Saorge is one of those rare places that feels suspended between sky and mountains, history and silence, a spot that grabs you with its raw beauty and peaceful soul.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/g4718uhARd3NWVC76\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+saorge&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Saorge\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Saturday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/cotedazurfrance.com\/offers\/saorge-farmers-market-saorge-en-3012232\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7288ebd container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7288ebd\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2c79924 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2c79924\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Coaraze<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f536b55 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f536b55\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/coaraze-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54279\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/coaraze-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/coaraze-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/coaraze-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/coaraze-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eaa3de6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"eaa3de6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 640m (2100ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 17km (11mi)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Label<\/span>\u00a0 <span data-sheets-root=\"1\">\u2714\ufe0f<\/span><\/p><p>Coaraze is a medieval gem set in a bright, olive- and cypress-covered landscape. The village wins you over with its stepped alleyways, vaulted passages, flower-filled little squares with old fountains, and a timeless atmosphere. From the top of the village, you get an amazing view over the valley.<\/p><p>Since the 1960s, Coaraze has had a real love affair with sundials, many of them made by artists. These colorful pieces are scattered around the village, on the town hall and along the wall by the church square, turning light and time into something almost poetic.<\/p><p>There\u2019s also a rich religious heritage. The Saint-Vincent church, originally Gothic from the 14th century but rebuilt a few times, now shines in full-on baroque style. Just nearby, the Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs chapel, known as the \u201cBlue Chapel\u201d, is famous for its 1960s frescoes and its stunning view over the village and the valley.<\/p><p>And Coaraze isn\u2019t just about quiet charm, it knows how to party too. In July, it hosts the Championship of pilou (a traditional Ni\u00e7ois game), in August the Rencontres chorales de l\u2019Olivier, and the Coartjazz festival with masterclasses, jam sessions and concerts. So even if the village seems still, you\u2019ll find time dancing to its own rhythm here.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/L3PUJiWHHRD6TQtY7\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+coaraze&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Coaraze\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 No<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-99fcc79 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"99fcc79\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f2b7eda elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f2b7eda\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Tende<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-74cbc23 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"74cbc23\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tende-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54336\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tende-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tende-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tende-village-1024x409.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tende-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b227046 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b227046\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 820m (2690ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 34km (21mi)<\/p><p>Built like an amphitheater above the Roya River, Tende is a small alpine town full of character, where tall slate-roofed houses seem to hang between sky and earth. It\u2019s surprisingly lively and full of shops, despite being relatively remote.<\/p><p>Thanks to its strategic location, Tende once had major military importance. Back in the Middle Ages, it controlled access to the Piedmont region, making it a key spot in the power struggles between France and the House of Savoy.<\/p><p>The old town is a true showcase of mountain architecture, vaulted passages, stone stairways, arcaded squares, fountains, and doorways framed in green schist with old coats of arms.<\/p><p>Tende is also home to the incredible Mus\u00e9e des Merveilles, dedicated to the famous rock carvings of Mont B\u00e9go in the Mercantour National Park. The museum displays over 36,000 petroglyphs and mixes archaeology, ethnography and geology with lifelike models and reconstructions.<\/p><p>And the village knows how to keep its traditions alive, there\u2019s the F\u00eate des Muletiers (mule drivers\u2019 festival) in July, a big farmers\u2019 celebration in August, and the F\u00eate du Vieux Tende with parades, dancing, giant polenta and traditional music all summer long.<\/p><p>Tende feels like a gateway to another world, one where wild nature, ancient heritage and alpine traditions come together to form the beating heart of the upper Roya valley.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/fG32h4urS7UyKRoD8\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+tende&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tende\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Wednesday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/local-producers-market-tende-en-2852543\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d3193cd container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d3193cd\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c997f2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4c997f2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">La Brigue<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44c763b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"44c763b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/la-brigue-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54297\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/la-brigue-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/la-brigue-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/la-brigue-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/la-brigue-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b682af7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b682af7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 780m (2560ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 30km (19mi)<\/p><p>La Brigue is a village with a strong medieval vibe, tucked away in the upper Roya valley. It&#8217;s overlooked by the ruins of the Lascaris castle, and this place really has character. As you wander through its maze of cobbled streets, you&#8217;ll come across arcaded houses, and green schist lintels carved with coats of arms, some going all the way back to the 15th century.<\/p><p>You\u2019ll spot several religious buildings along the way, like the Saint-Sauveur church and the Saint-Claude chapel with its colorful glazed-tile bell tower. But the real gem is the Saint-Martin collegiate church, with its tall Lombard-style bell tower and an incredibly ornate baroque interior.<\/p><p>What makes La Brigue even more special is the Maison du patrimoine brigasque, a kind of living museum that dives into local arts and traditions. Inside, you\u2019ll find old-timey scenes like a working beehive, a vintage classroom, a cobbled street, and a section all about the region\u2019s famous organs, crafted by old Italian organ makers.<\/p><p>Not far from there, in the next valley over, there\u2019s another hidden treasure, the chapel of Notre-Dame-des-Fontaines. People call it the \u201cSistine Chapel of the Alps.\u201d You can get there by road or hike up a trail. Inside, the frescoes are stunningly lifelike, bringing Gospel scenes to life.<\/p><p>And La Brigue isn\u2019t just about history. It\u2019s full of life, with a local farmers\u2019 market every Sunday and festivals like the big medieval fair in July.<\/p><p>Between its spiritual landmarks, rich past, and deep-rooted traditions, La Brigue is like a little Alpine jewel. It\u2019s the kind of place you take your time with, like flipping through the pages of an old, beautiful book.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/6n9koQnk1twQRJnD8\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+la+brigue&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/La_Brigue\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Sunday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/local-market-la-brigue-en-2886948\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-238f07b container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"238f07b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b16293b elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b16293b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Sospel<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-82bc6c2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"82bc6c2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sospel-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54333\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sospel-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sospel-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sospel-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sospel-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-68f6e4b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"68f6e4b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 350m (1150ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 12km (7.5mi)<\/p><p>Tucked away in the heart of the B\u00e9v\u00e9ra valley, Sospel is a little town that blends medieval charm, a rich strategic past, and stunning nature. Back in the day, it was the second most important city in the County of Nice and played a key role on the Salt Road, which brought it wealth. Today, both sides of the river still have that old-world feel, perfect for history buffs, heritage lovers, and hikers.<\/p><p>One of the town\u2019s most iconic spots is the old bridge with its fortified tower. It stretches across the B\u00e9v\u00e9ra and links two banks lined with tall, colorful houses.<\/p><p>On the right bank, you\u2019ll find Cathedral Square, a beautiful mix of buildings like the Ricci Palace, arcaded houses, a cobblestone forecourt, and Saint-Michel Cathedral, which was rebuilt in the 17th century and still has its Romanesque bell tower. Right next to it, the chapels of the Red and Grey Penitents now host a cinema and temporary exhibits.<\/p><p>In summer, the BaroQuiales festival brings baroque music to life inside the stunning cathedral, and at the end of August, the film festival takes over the Red Penitents&#8217; chapel.<\/p><p>With its mix of history, culture, and trails, Sospel is a perfect gateway to the Nice backcountry and the Mercantour National Park, a village that\u2019s as warm and welcoming as it is fascinating.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/bRiT7FkPCR6dtLQC7\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+village+sospel&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Sospel\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<br \/><\/span>Thursday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/municipal-market-sospel-en-2891572\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><br \/>Sunday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/local-producers-market-sospel-en-3024322\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8d3380d container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8d3380d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-750fcce elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"750fcce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Peille<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-740304f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"740304f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/peille-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54309\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/peille-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/peille-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/peille-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/peille-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f7668b5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f7668b5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 640m (1120ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 6.4km (4mi)<\/p><p>Tucked away in a wild and rugged setting, Peille is a jaw-dropping village wedged between a steep rock face and the ruins of a medieval castle. This stony landscape is softened by olive trees, fig trees, and cypresses clinging to the slopes.<\/p><p>Right in the heart of the old village, you\u2019ll discover an amazing medieval ensemble, Romanesque houses with touches of Gothic, carved lintels, cascading little alleyways, and vaulted passageways. On Andr\u00e9-Laugier square, there\u2019s a 15th-century fountain, and just above it stands a house that used to be the seat of the consulate of the Counts of Provence.<\/p><p>From there, if you climb up the Lascaris street to the war memorial, you\u2019ll be rewarded with a stunning view over the olive groves, terraced gardens, and even all the way out to the sea, with Nice and the Est\u00e9rel in the background.<\/p><p>The village\u2019s gem is the Sainte-Marie church, which still has a 12th-century Romanesque nave that\u2019s architecturally fascinating.<\/p><p>And if you&#8217;re there in August or September, you can join in the local celebrations, the Lavender and Wheat Festival on the first Sunday of August, and the charming Festin des Baguettes in September, a sweet and poetic tradition that really captures the spirit of this fiercely proud little village.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/G7kNizm9ocpaCHT47\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+peille&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Peille\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 No<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a1b53f7 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a1b53f7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fc9d416 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"fc9d416\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Peillon<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2df076e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2df076e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/peillon-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54312\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/peillon-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/peillon-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/peillon-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/peillon-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d54a8e0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d54a8e0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 340m (1120ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 5.4km (3.4mi)<\/p><p>Perched on the side of a cliff, Peillon is reached by a narrow, winding road that twists through olive trees, broom, and pines. As soon as you arrive, it hits you, the place feels frozen in time. The village looks like it\u2019s curled up between its tall, fortress-like houses, giving off this striking, timeless vibe. With no school or shops, Peillon turns into a haven of silence and reflection in the off-season, a perfect setting for a slow, poetic wander through its steep alleys, all the way up to the little hilltop square and its peaceful church.<\/p><p>That church, Saint-Sauveur, stands on the old castle\u2019s spot and looks out over the village from a charming plaza. It\u2019s got a 16th-century chapel, a late 18th-century classical facade, and just above it, a viewpoint with an incredible panorama of the valley.<\/p><p>And you can\u2019t miss the chapel of the White Penitents, tucked against the cliff below the village. Built in the 12th century, its altar is carved right into the rock. The vaulted ceiling holds some stunning frescoes. Even if it\u2019s closed, you can still see the artwork through the entrance gate.<\/p><p>Peillon, with its wild beauty, deep quiet, and artistic treasures, feels like it belongs to another era, a stone refuge where you can really soak in the stillness and the light.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/bhxk7wEos8nmJ3Q98\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+peillon&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Peillon\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 No<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-898efd1 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"898efd1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-58a3f40 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"58a3f40\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Castellar<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0be16db elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"0be16db\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/castellar-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54270\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/castellar-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/castellar-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/castellar-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/castellar-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ced5733 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ced5733\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 370m (1210ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 2.7km (1.7mi)<\/p><p>Up north of Menton, Castellar clings to the first foothills of the Alps with a calm and picturesque vibe. This lovely hilltop village is a real maze of narrow parallel lanes, vaulted passageways, and staircases winding between old stone houses. It\u2019s got a strong village spirit, well away from the buzz of the coast.<\/p><p>The historic center is crossed by rue de la R\u00e9publique, which actually runs right under the old Lascaris palace, that was the home of a powerful local noble family. The building looks both stern and majestic and reminds you of the village\u2019s rich history. A bit further down, the chapel by the cemetery adds a poetic, peaceful touch to the whole setting.<\/p><p>With its heritage, steep hiking paths, and down-to-earth welcome, Castellar is the kind of place that sticks with you, where the mountains meet the sea in rare and peaceful harmony.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/1cBSotQHo55ryGbN6\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+castellar+alpes+maritimes&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Castellar,_Alpes-Maritimes\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Sunday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/cotedazurfrance.com\/offers\/castellar-farmers-market-castellar-en-2828740\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-33c9e0f container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"33c9e0f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c4aa90e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c4aa90e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Gorbio<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0165a1e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"0165a1e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"482\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gorbio-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54291\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gorbio-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gorbio-village-300x121.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gorbio-village-1024x411.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gorbio-village-768x308.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0993899 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0993899\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 350m (1150ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 3.2km (2mi)<\/p><p>Gorbio is a hilltop village set in a wild, unspoiled landscape. It\u2019s got this raw, authentic charm, with cobbled lanes worn smooth by time, stone archways, and an atmosphere that feels caught somewhere between the sea and the mountains.<\/p><p>One of its most surprising traditions is the famous \u201cProcession of the Snails,\u201d held every June for Corpus Christi. During the event, the streets and windowsills are lit up with thousands of snail shells turned into little candles, a magical and moving scene that\u2019s totally unique in the region.<\/p><p>Gorbio also holds a few local treasures, like the big old elm tree standing proudly in the center of the village and the ancient fountain that greets you at the entrance. These touches quietly tell the story of a place that\u2019s simple but full of life.<\/p><p>All in all, Gorbio might be low-key, but it\u2019s got a powerful sense of authenticity, a peaceful little escape on the edge of the Riviera, where tradition and natural beauty go hand in hand.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/ZDvqVkW98H6oRzv47\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+gorbio&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Gorbio\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Saturday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/gorbio-farmers-market-gorbio-en-3012113\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c6255dc container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c6255dc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d9ef50 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6d9ef50\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Luc\u00e9ram<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-15acbb7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"15acbb7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/luceram-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54303\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/luceram-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/luceram-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/luceram-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/luceram-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f133cb1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f133cb1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 670m (2200ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 17km (11mi)<\/p><p>Luc\u00e9ram is a classic village of the Nice backcountry, known for its tall, tightly packed houses clinging to the rocky hillsides. This medieval spot, with its fortress-like feel, is full of narrow, winding alleys, vaulted passageways, staircases, old bread ovens, and ancient fountains.<\/p><p>What really puts Luc\u00e9ram on the map is its famous Nativity trail, held every year from early December to early January. Around 500 handmade cribs, crafted from simple materials, are displayed all over the village, in streets, windows, little niches, and hidden corners. Even outside the holiday season, about fifty of them stay on display thanks to a marked route.<\/p><p>The village\u2019s religious heritage is also worth checking out. Luc\u00e9ram is home to several chapels, especially the Sainte-Marguerite church, which was redone in the 18th century with a touch of Italian rococo.<\/p><p>Surrounded by rocky scenery that hints at the twists and turns of the Turini Pass and the first slopes of the Mercantour National Park, Luc\u00e9ram is both a gateway to the mountains and a quiet place rich in history and soul.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/r1GHbnVWp7BcqbnC8\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+luc\u00e9ram&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Luc%C3%A9ram\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 No<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8526c89 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8526c89\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9d9a691 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"9d9a691\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Gourdon<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aec3716 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"aec3716\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/square-gourdon-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-53870\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/square-gourdon-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/square-gourdon-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/square-gourdon-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/square-gourdon-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6fe8e4b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6fe8e4b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 730m (2400ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 16km (10mi)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Label<\/span>\u00a0 <span data-sheets-root=\"1\">\u2714\ufe0f<\/span><\/p><p>Clinging to a rocky outcrop, Gourdon is a truly spectacular village. From its high perch, you get an incredible view stretching all the way across the coast, from the Est\u00e9rel mountains to Nice.<\/p><p>Once a fortified stronghold with a real medieval feel, Gourdon charms you with its narrow streets, old facades, and flower-filled little squares. The ch\u00e2teau, even though it\u2019s not open to the public, add a touch of elegance to the whole scene.<\/p><p>But the real magic of Gourdon shows itself outside the busy hours or off-season. That\u2019s when you really get why artists and dreamers are drawn to this place.<\/p><p>With its heritage, jaw-dropping views, and surrounding nature, Gourdon is the perfect picture of a C\u00f4te d\u2019Azur hilltop village, stony, majestic, and full of inspiration.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/ghusTeSRYrbg5L2D9\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+village+gourdon+alpes+maritimes&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Gourdon,_Alpes-Maritimes\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 No<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c046b62 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c046b62\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-69dd402 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"69dd402\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Tourrettes-sur-Loup<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-117b8f7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"117b8f7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/viewpoint-over-tourettes-sur-loup-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-53873\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/viewpoint-over-tourettes-sur-loup-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/viewpoint-over-tourettes-sur-loup-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/viewpoint-over-tourettes-sur-loup-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/viewpoint-over-tourettes-sur-loup-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-14f522d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"14f522d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 380m (1250ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 11km (6.8mi)<\/p><p>Perched on a rocky spur and surrounded by ravines, Tourrettes-sur-Loup is a true medieval gem. It\u2019s stood strong through centuries of invasions. Today, it proudly shows off its defensive roots, a sun-washed row of houses that cling dramatically to the cliffside, forming a stunning natural wall. Rebuilt in the 15th century, the village has kept all its old-world charm, with two fortified gates, cobbled lanes, and a massive ch\u00e2teau around which the town is built.<\/p><p>Artists couldn\u2019t resist the place, and many found inspiration and refuge here. That creative energy shaped a strong cultural identity, which still shines through the galleries, studios, and artistic events that fill the village.<\/p><p>Just a short walk from the center, in the La Ferrage area, you\u2019ll find the Bastide aux Violettes, a living museum dedicated to 150 years of violet-growing history. Housed in a 19th-century farmhouse, it\u2019s full of displays, old tools, and even greenhouses where they grow violets on clever vertical beds, the village\u2019s floral emblem.<\/p><p>Above the village, the Saint-Jean chapel offers a view over the landscape. Inside, you\u2019ll find simple, heartfelt frescoes showing scenes of rural life and violet harvesting, a lovely tribute to the spirit of Tourrettes.<\/p><p>Secretive yet vibrant, Tourrettes-sur-Loup wins you over with its authenticity, rich heritage, and creative soul. It\u2019s a must-see stop between the sea and the mountains.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/5qz64KbhQHK3QJNA8\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+tourrettes-sur-loup&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tourrettes-sur-Loup\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<br \/><\/span>Wednesday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/marche-provencal-de-tourrettes-sur-loup-tourrettes-sur-loup-en-4487229\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><br \/>Saturday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/provence-alpes-cotedazur.com\/en\/things-to-do\/events\/all-events\/petit-marche-du-samedi-tourrettes-sur-loup-en-4487101\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-117b3b8 container-h3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"117b3b8\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c383d9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1c383d9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Cabris<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b5e7777 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b5e7777\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cabris-village.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-54267\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cabris-village.webp 1200w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cabris-village-300x120.webp 300w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cabris-village-1024x410.webp 1024w, https:\/\/culturefrancia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cabris-village-768x307.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9fdece6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9fdece6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><u>Altitude<\/u>\u00a0 550m (1800ft)<br \/><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To Coast<\/span>\u00a0 15km (9.3mi)<\/p><p>Perched high up, Cabris overlooks a sweeping view of the C\u00f4te d\u2019Azur and offers one of the most breathtaking panoramas in the region. From the village heights, you can see all the way from Nice to the Est\u00e9rel, with the Saint-Cassien lake nestled in between, a stunning mix of sea and forested hills.<\/p><p>At the heart of the village, things come alive around Place Mirabeau. Visitors also love the walk up to the ruins of the old feudal castle, the village\u2019s highest point, where the 360\u00b0 view is absolutely incredible. This commanding spot didn\u2019t go unnoticed by famous writers, Albert Camus, Andr\u00e9 Gide, and Antoine de Saint-Exup\u00e9ry all came here seeking inspiration and calm.<\/p><p>With its quiet little streets, jaw-dropping setting, and thoughtful, literary vibe, Cabris is a stop full of character, discreet and precious, tucked between the scents of Grasse and the bright skies of the Mediterranean.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/hGCkcRYiZoqmQbzA9\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p><p>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.fr\/search?q=rues+cabris&amp;udm=2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Google Images<\/a><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\">\ud83d\udcdc <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cabris\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Food Market<\/span>\u00a0 Friday mornings<br \/>\u2699\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/www.paysdegrassetourisme.fr\/en\/marche-a-cabris-6220826\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Info (Tourist Office Website)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d16a964 container-h2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d16a964\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2783cff e-con-full container-h3 e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2783cff\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-10cc1b4 tableau elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-advanced-data-table\" data-id=\"10cc1b4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"eael-advanced-data-table.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ea-advanced-data-table-wrap\" data-id=\"10cc1b4\"><div class=\"ea-advanced-data-table-wrap-inner\">\n                <table class=\"ea-advanced-data-table ea-advanced-data-table-csv ea-advanced-data-table-10cc1b4\" data-id=\"10cc1b4\"><thead><tr><th>Name<\/th><th>\tAltitude<br>m (ft)<\/th><th>\tTo Coast\u00b9<br>km (mi)<\/th><th>\tLabel\u00b2<\/th><th>\tM<\/th><th>\tT<\/th><th>\tW<\/th><th>\tT<\/th><th>\tF<\/th><th>\tS<\/th><th>\tS<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Gourdon<\/td><td>\t730 (2400)<\/td><td>\t16 (10)<\/td><td>\t\u2714\ufe0f<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tourrettes-sur-Loup<\/td><td>\t380 (1250)<\/td><td>\t11 (6.8)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cabris<\/td><td>\t550 (1800)<\/td><td>\t15 (9.3)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mons<\/td><td>\t810 (2660)<\/td><td>\t26 (16)<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t<\/td><td>\t\u2713<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n            <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3d57121 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3d57121\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\u00b9 Distance from the coast as the crow flies.<\/p><p>\u00b2 <em>Plus Beaux Villages de France<\/em> Label means &#8220;Most Beautiful Villages of France&#8221;.<br \/>Renowned label by an association for villages it considers France\u2019s most beautiful.<\/p><p>M T W T F S S = morning of the week when the 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