Petit Futé Guide
Discover the best addresses throughout the Nice Côte d'Azur metropolitan area.
Whether for a night or a week, enjoy a unique experience in the heart of Nice or in the villages of the middle country: activities, restaurants, accommodation and Base Camps (friendly places where you can have fun, eat and enjoy as a companion) during the event - find out all you need to know here!
Auron and the surrounding area
Auron/St Etienne de Tinée
A real crossroad of the Mercantour National Park, Saint-Etienne-de-Tinée is authentic and cultural, surrounded by mountains of more than 3000 meteres altitude. The village offers a wide range of colours and an astonishing heritage with pastel coloured walls, fountains, sundial, chapels, frescos and museums. The ski station of Auron is located 7 km away.
- Hôtel Le Blainon 3* Auron http://hotel-auron.fr/
L’HOTEL LE BLAINON has a privileged location in the centre of Auron, close to shops and the cable car. You will be surprised by the calm and the atmosphere. The staff is very caring and will make sure that your stay in Auron is a relaxing and pleasant moment.
- Chambre d'hôte chez Serge et Martine Saint Etienne de Tinée http://chezmartineetserge.fr/
Ideally located in the centre of the village of Saint-Etienne de Tinée at the gate of the National Park of Mercantour, this bed & breakfast is perfectly aquipped to welcome you. All accommodations are equipped with bathroom, 1 double bed, TV, internet, wifi... Located 2 minutes from the cable car and on the trail of GR5, 5 minutes from the ski station of Auron.
- Hôtel Edelweiss 2*
Hotel Edelweiss is located on the main square in Auron, next to a cable car which bring the passangers to the slopes in 2 minutes. This hotel, facing south, offers rooms with private bathroom and a balcony facing the mountains. http://www.edelweissauron.com/fr/
- Hôtel Le Chastellares 3*
Le Chastellares is a 3 star hotel facing the mountains, located in the heart of Auron 1600, at the foot of the slopes. The hotel and restaurant Le Chastellares ***, 20 meters from the cable cars, offers terraces and balconies facing south and the entire ski station. All of the rooms at the hotel are equipped with bathroom and satellite TV. https://www.chastellares.fr
- Les Toits rouges
Bed & Breakfast and ecological restaurant located in Douans at 1430 m altitude Very nice mountain accommodation with lots of charm 15 minutes from Saint-Etienne de Tinée https://lestoitsrouges.fr/
- Gîte de Roya
04 93 03 43 05 - 06 64 53 57 13 https://www.gitederoya-tinee.fr/accueil gite.etape.roya@gmail.com Simple and nice accommodation and a restaurant offering quality food, based on the traditional cuisine of the meridional Alpes, from Nice to Provence."
- Le Régalivou restaurant
2 Boulevard d'Auron 06660 Saint-Etienne de Tinée +33(0)4 93 02 49 00 gwladys06660@gmail.com
- Lou St Jean
5 Rue des Communes de France 06660 Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée +33 (0)4 93 05 10 48
- Le Grizzly (closes at 17h)
Plateau de Lieuson, 06660 Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée 04 93 02 49 67
- Le Slalom (closes at 19h)
Pl. d'Auron 06660 Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée 04 93 03 13 42
- Stroll in the old village of Sainte Etienne, visit the church Saint-Etienne.
- Musums of Traditions, Milk, School and Mill
- The Chapel St Sébastien from the 15th century
- The Chapel des Trinitaires from the 18th century
- The Chapel St Maur from the 16th century
- The big church rebuilt in the 18th century, hosting the museum of religious art.
Auron and its ski-station and the heart of the village has a lot of charm. The beautiful residences, the luxurious cottages and the renovated traditional barns made into splendid houses respecting the architecture of the Chapelle St Erige, a beautiful listed heritage, that the inhabtants are very proud of. You will enjoy the central square with the iceskating rink, where the after-ski activities take place.
Isola
Isola is a picturesque Mediaeval village located 870m above sea level at the confluence of the Tinée River and Castiglione stream, offering calm and serenity. Its historic heritage and local culture make it the pride of its inhabitants. Its many painted trompe-l’oeil façades have been repainted in blue, pink and yellow. Just 15km from the village, the ski resort of Isola 2000, built in the early 1970s, offers a skiing area of 120km as well as many summer activities: fishing, miniature golf, swimming pool, hiking, mountain bike etc…The resort is open all year for a holiday full of emotion.
In Isola, the holiday centre Le Foehn is ideal for groupes or friends looking for calm and nature. In the heart of the Mercantour, it is the ideal location for your reconnaissance or to be very close to the departures of our two ultras. Reservation at 0033(0)688717137 or lefoehn06@orange.fr
- Restaurant Le Touring 2.0
Place Jean Gaïssa 06420 Isola 2000 06 47 66 33 92 letouring2.0@gmail.com
- Restaurant : Le Collet Factory
06 15 91 01 48 gerardbrachet06@gmail.com
While walking the streets of the willage, you will discover the beautiful churches of Isola, the ancient houses and the church steeple. There are many fountains in the village, that you will see when strolling in the village. You will also see the waterfall close to Isola and the lake 'Lac des Neiges', by following the marked itinerary. You will enjoy a remarkable vue of the village from the top of the waterfall.
Roubion and the surrounding area
Rimplas
A small village built in tiers on a mountain ridge, with a vertiginous view of the Tinée Valley on one side and Val de Blore on the other, Rimplas features lovely little Mediaeval streets in the middle of which runs a rivulet, mysterious covered passageways, paved steps and splendid façades of pinked stone or decorated with painted false marble trompe-l’oeil.
- Local Gîtes
Bookings Gîtes de France : Telephone: 04 92 15 21 30
- Hostellerie du Randonneur
Hotel ** offering half-board Paola Stéfani and Yoanki Barriento welcome you for a calm and high quality stay, in the fresh air ! Telephone 04 93 02 01 45 www.hostellerie-rimplas.fr contact@hostellerie-rimplas.fr
- Le Pous'Café
Restaurant Bar Bookings preferred on 04 93 05 52 70
The parish church, dated on its lintel from 1713, is already mentioned on the cartularies of the bishopric of Nice in the 12th century. It was entirely restored in 2015. Its holy patron is Saint Honorat.
The 3 chapels of the village.
The first chapel located in the entrance of the village is dedicated to ST ROCH, protecting against ilnesses, particularly the plague.
The second chapel is dedicated to STE MARIE-MADELEINE.
The third chapel, ST ETIENNE dîtes SAINT ESTEVE, a medieval ruin from the 11th century.
- Guided visits of the Fort de la Frassinea Information and booking : « Les amis de l’ouvrage Maginot de la Frassinéa » Mairie de Saint Sauveur sur Tinée 06 32 16 30 10 or 04.93.02.00.22 contact@frassinea.asso.fr www.frassinea.asso.fr
Roubion
Roubion’s five hamlets are scattered amid meadows and forest between 1,335 and 1,920m above sea level. The fortified village clings proudly to a cliff overlooking the valley from its ramparts. Its Mediaeval style, steep narrow streets and many old vaulted passageways lead to a breath-taking viewpoint. Located on the Route des Grandes Alpes, Roubion also has a small alpine ski resort (30km of ski runs).
- GITES COMMUNAUX DE ROUBION
The municipality offers accommodation accessible for all budgets and all wishes ! Apartments in the heart of the village in wooden cottages, amongst spruce and larches. Tourist information office: 06.08.99.12.43 or 04.93.02.10.30.
- Gîte rural Le Rupicapra
An authentic village house, entirely renovated, located in the Roubion village. 4 double rooms, all equipped with private bathrooms, one of them intended for families, with a vue on the mountains or on the village streets. www.rupicapra-tinee.com lerupicapra@gmail.com or 06 85 04 13 91 and04 93 02 58 72.
- Le Chalet
Located in the heart of the station, bed & breakfast offering rooms for 2 to 5 persons with private bathrooms. Gite de France – 3 épis Telephone: 07.78.80.08.84
Visit the curch Saint-Etienne or Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel, from the 18th century. Construction de style baroque.
Chapel Saint-Sébastien. In a bend, further down, coming out of the village. 1 km south, on the road to Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée. Early 15th century, listed Historic Monument. Admire the architectural beauty with the high houses and tangled alleys, as well as the ruins of the feodal castle, listed Historic Monument.
Roure
Facing due South, Roure enjoys an appealing climate, protected from the prevailing winds. The houses, built of purple stone with their agro-pastoral architecture, are characteristic of the valley. Roure’s Marcel Kroenlein Arboretum features mountain plants from all over the world, collections of conifers, maple, juniper, houseleek, etc. It is the only high-altitude linked to Art.
- Auberge Lo Robur
The local Auberge, located on the mountainside in the heart of the village since the 80's, has 7 comfortable rooms overlooking the valley of the Tinée and a panoramic restaurant. www.aubergelorobur.com reservationrobur@gmail.com 04 93 02 03 57 / 06 45 76 60 73
- Local Gîte d'Etape
The gîte has 5 dormitories with a total of 14 beds. Reservations: https://roure.fr/les-services/#formulaire
**Friday 04/10/2024 ** Aperitif offered by the municipality of Roure, local products from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. to accompany them
- Auberge Lo Robur
Modern and refined cuisine, with fresh products from our mountains. Restaurant on the mountainside with a 180 degree panoramic vue of the valley. Fresh, local and seasonal products.
The village of Roure has a rich natural and cultural heritage. You can discover the parish church Saint-Laurent, the chapel Saint-Sébastien-et-Saint-Bernard, the fountain/washhouse with a triple vault in stones as well as other historic remains.
Saint Sauveur sur Tinée
Huddled on a loop in the Tinée River, Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée offers an enchanting atmosphere: steep narrow streets, lovely round fountain, large covered wash house and, further on, a Baroque church with a painted façade and tall Romanesque church tower (15th c.), as well as carved stone lintels (16th c.), an old bread oven and an flour mill.
- Stopover lodge for hikers
Located on 11 av des Blavets in St Sauveur sur Tinée in the heart of the village. 13 beds on 3 levels . Each level has a kitchenette, sanitaries and showerroom. 10 euros per night No meals nor breakfast served. Contact : 04 93 02 00 22 townhall
- Gîtes de France
4 Gîtes Gîte Armourier 1 4 persons Gîte Armourier 2 6 persons Rue de l’Armourier 2 new apartments, with access for disabled persons (lift) - nice view. Gîte Les Blavets 4 persons Gîte Savornins 4 persons Contact Gîtes de France 04 92 15 21 30 Booking on the site of Gites de France
- Le Café de la Place
Bar, café, restaurant 04 93 05 02 70
- Au relais d'Auron
Newspapers, Bar, Hotel, Restaurant 04 93 02 00 03
- Restaurant chez Coco
Restaurant 06 67 16 53 34
- Epicerie chez Seb
Bar, café, restaurant 09 80 92 26 89
A very rich religious heritage, with its church built in the 15th century, its steeple of roman lobard style with 4 wolfheads and a medieval sculpture at the base, the statue of St Paul. The 3 chapels, St Roch, St Blaise, les Pénitents Blancs, its oven and wheatmill.
Fishing, hiking on the GR5 and 52A, mountainbike trails. Cultural events all along the year. A sport centre with stadium, tennis, athletic tracks, table tennis.
Valdebore
In the Mercantour National Park, Valdeblore is a pastoral community made up of several mountain villages over 1,000m above sea level: La Bolline, La Roche, Saint-Dalmas, as well as the hamlet of Mollières (1,600m above sea level) and La Colmiane ski resort. La Colmiane offers many activities for families: summer toboggan, tree climbing, miniature golf, riding school, paragliding, trampoline, farm visits, hiking with pack donkeys, swinming pool, mountain bike, rock climbing, and via ferrata, as well as 30 kilometres of ski runs in winter
- Hôtel de Valdeblore
2 star hotel and restaurant located in La Bolline. Entirely refurbished, close to the shops, the pool and the heart of the village. 0493032853. hoteldevaldeblore@wanadoo.fr www.hotel-valdeblore.com
- Green Ecolodge
4 star hotel and restaurant at the foot of the slopes (ecological meals, traditional recepies with local products), with a terrace facing south. 0493030000
- Résidence de Tourisme Adrechas
18 apartments equipped with kitchenettes for 2 to 9 persons on 3 floors, some with balcony view on the slopes or a loggia. https://residence-adrechas.com/ 04 93 03 10 68
- Gîte les Marmottes
https://www.gite-marmottes.fr/ 33 (0)4.93.02.89.04
- Une giant zipline
- 1 summer toboggan
- Mountainbike tracks
- Mini golf 18 holes
- Colmiane Forest
- 1 Via Ferrata
- 2 paragliding schools
- 6 climbing sites around La Colmiane
- 1 Horseriding centre
Nice and the surrounding area
Drap
Ideally situated at the entrance to the Paillon Valley and a few kilometres from the Mediterranean coast, the commune of Drap is worth a visit. The charm of the banks of the Paillon, the Provençal facades, the 18th century bell tower and the village square will be revealed to the visitor. The town has a wealth of heritage for the curious, a live performance space and a cultural centre devoted to exhibitions for culture lovers, and offers a wide choice of entertainment all year round.
Food Truck ""Chez l'Italien"" Base camp
« Boul’ange »
04 83 39 77 85
- K’Alimentation
07 61 90 23 12
- Aux saveurs d’Anaïs
Pizza Truck 06 87 85 49 47
- Café de l’Union
Cauvin 04 93 54 77 59
- L’Authentique
Restaurant 06 19 74 24 95
- Church St Jean Baptiste from the 18th century (restaured recently : furnishing and paintings 18th century).
- Chapel Ste Catherine.
- Oil mill.
Eze
Èze stretches on all three Corniche roads. At the top, the Grande Corniche runs through La Revère Nature Park. Below, on the Basse Corniche, Èze Bord-de-Mer is a small seaside resort with BelleÉpoque villas. Between them, on the Moyenne Corniche, perched on a rocky promontory, the Mediaeval village is the main tourist attraction with shops, craftsmen, hotels and gourmet restaurants (with Michelin stars). At its highest point, an exotic garden in the Mediaeval castle ruins offers a breath-taking panorama all the way to Saint-Tropez.
The Exotic Garden in Eze village with waterfalls, sculptures and fountains, Mediterranean plants but also several sorts of cactus. Perched above the village, it offers panoramic views of the Mediterranean sea.
Discover the historical centre and don't miss the parish church, the chapel Sainte-Croix and the place du Planet with its italian fountain from the 1930's.
Visit the perfumeries Fragonard or Galimard.
La Trinité
Built along the Paillon valley, this small town is located just a few kilometres from Nice. Nearby, Notre-Dame de Laghet is the most remarkable monument in its territory, built in the 17th century following several miracles reported in the vicinity. Today, it is one of the most popular sanctuaries in France, drawing pilgrims from all countries.
In the city centre, you can find a selection of restaurants, bars and supermarkets
- Parish church of the Sainte-Trinité (listed historic Monument).
- Church Saint-Grat (1848, italian baroque).
- Notre Dame de Laghet (17th century, and its small museum ex-voto,some of them are lited, one of the richest collections of Provence).
La Turbie
Overlooking the Principality of Monaco at an altitude of 1.150m, like a balcony over the Mediterranean sea, the small town of La Turbie seems to float in the azur blue, dominated by its enormous Trophée d'Auguste (35 metres high !) The medieval village is historically located on a strategically important passage. The events in the past have left impressive testimonials : at the foot of the Trophée, the medieval village with the picturesque cobbled street and beautiful stonehouses.
- Hôtel Le Napoléon à la Turbie
3 étoiles 24 chambres à l’ambiance provençale au centre-ville www.hotel-napoleon.net 04 93 51 62 66
- Hôstellerie Jérôme à la Turbie
3 chambres de charme dans le village médiéval www.hostelleriejerome.com 04 92 41 51 51
Le Café de la Fontaine 04 93 28 52 79
La cave turbiasque 04 93 41 15 02
The Trophée d'August is a unique specimen by the size and the historical importance, recognised of National Interest and managed by the Centre of National Monuments. It is one of the marvels of the architectural heritage of the Alpes-Maritimes, not to be missed ! The site can be visited all year, except on Mondays and is composed of the Trophée, its museum and a huge parc.
The church Saint-Michel is located close to the medieval village, this beautiful hurch from the 18th century is listed Historical Monument since 1938.
The medieval village with the picturesque cobbled streets and stonehouses, the roman remains, the fountains…
Nice
As a city that is both authentic and modern, Nice offers countless attractions: urban, cultural, seaside or gastronomic discoveries for a stay rich in excitement authentic and modern. With its international airport, nearly 200 hotels, seafront and 7km of beaches, a wide range of activities, major events and ,cultural festivals, the city-centre and its countless shops, Nice has it all! The city has a strong commitment to sustainable development and environmental protection in all areas. Nice, its city centre included on the UNESCO World Heritage list under the title «Nice, Riviera winter resort city ! On 27 July 2021, UNESCO recognised the Outstanding Universal Value of Nice’s architectural, landscape and urban heritage, and in particular of the vast 522-hectare urban ensemble, an eminent example of the fusion of international cultural influences, shaped from the middle of the 18th century to the middle of the 20th century by the cosmopolitan winter resort.
- Nice Garden Hotel
The charm of a garden in the heart of the city, 200 m from the seafront, close to the pedestrian street 11 rue du Congrès 06000 Nice 04 93 87 35 62 www.nicegardenhotel.com marion@nicegardenhotel.com
- Le Petit Paradis
Very central, a pretty studio apartment 300 m from the sea, first floor in a bourgeois building with lift. 32 rue Maréchal Joffre 06000 Nice 04 94 76 36 06 maryse.bertou@orange.fr http://maryse.bertou.pagesperso-orange.fr
- UNIK
In a lively neighborhood of Nice, in the heart of the city and very close to the famous place Masséna, a chaming and bright apartment on the 2nd floor. 06 67 75 91 46 booking@myhome.holiday https://www.myhome.holiday/
Along the Promenade des Anglais, and in the old town, large choice of restaurants and bars.
- Stroll on the Promenade des Anglais : Famous worldwide, this 7 km long promenade lined with palm trees, stretches from la colline du Château to Nice airport.
- Discover the old Nice, with its shady alleys, colorful walls, and typically mediterranean swing shutters.
- Stroll on the Cours Saleya, where almost every morning (except Mondays) the famous market and flower market are held. In the old town, you can also find:
- The square of the palais de justice,
- The square Rossetti, where you will find the magnificient Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate, as well as the square Saint François and its small fishmarket.
- Take a walk to the Colline du Château and in the park, see the different viewpoints of the city, the baie des Anges, the port and the mountains.
- Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, called MAMAC, close to the square Garibaldi.
- Matisse Museum in the Cimiez area.
Saint Jean Cap Ferrat
Calm, luxury and voluptuousness’: these words ideally describe this cape near Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer. The old fishing village became a holiday haven in the early 20th century, with the arrival of wealthy foreign families, who built vast estates, like Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild. Many artists chose to stay there: Jean Cocteau decorated Villa Santo Sospir. An 8km coastal footpath offers exceptional panoramas. Beaches and creeks are an invitation to relax, while a wide range of water sports make it ideal for sportier stays.
- Villa Ephrussi de Rotschild
- Villa Kérylos
- Villa Santo Sospir
- Le musée des coquillages
- Plage du Port
- Plage de la Paloma
Villefranche sur mer
A maritime town on a privileged site, Villefranche-sur-Mer is one of the main ports on the Côte d’Azur, a major stopover for cruise ships. It picturesque little fishing port is also home to a flotilla of yachts and pointus (traditional fishing boats). With the majestic curve of its shoreline, its 16th-century Citadel and colourful façades, Villefranche-sur-Mer also became a favourite venue for painters and artists.
- The small church Saint-Michel of Villefranche-sur-Mer.
- The Rue Obscure (the Dark Street) in Villefranche-sur-Mer is quite something ! It is almost entirely covered and vaulted since the 17th century.
- The Cocteau chapel : It has been entirely redecorated by the artist who lived in Villefranche during the inter-war period.
- The citadelle (fort Saint-Elme) of Villefranche-sur-Mer and its 4 museums
Menton and the surrounding area
Castellar
Perched on a rock overlooking Menton and the bay of Garavan, Castellar offers a unique viewpoint. If its alleys and chapels attract visitors in the medieval city, the paths offer the hikers amazing panoramic views. Fief of the Lascaris-Vintimille family, the village has for a long time known the throes of history, giving it a strong character. The yellow-orange walls, the voulted passages, the palace of baroque style, the fountains and wash-houses from the XIXth century will definitely charm you. Welcome to this small territory close to the border.
- Bed & Breakfast Aléandra
4943 route de Castellar 06500 CASTELLAR 06 62 61 81 41 https://www.laleandra.fr
- Palais Lascaris
58 rue de la République, 06500 Castellar 33 4 93 57 13 63
- Food truck Pizzetta
Parking St Antoine 06 45 42 04 84
- The heart of the village with the narrow alleys, the ancient staircases, vaults and towerhouses, an immediate throw back in time.
- The Palais Lascaris, an ancient palace from the siècleth century.
- The oil mill of the township
Menton
Located in the very south-east part of France, close to the italian border, Menton is a city of gardens, a marine town and a seaside resort. Menton has been rewarded 5 times the 1st price in the 'Competition of cities and villages in Bloom'. The exceptional sunshine and the almost subtropical climat makes it possible to grow orangetrees, lemontrees, palmtrees and mimosas, its numerous gardens are created with talent and will enchant you. The 2 marinas, the old port and the seafront are all reasons to enjoy the pleasures if the sea and the gentle lifestyle all year round. The old town is well worth a visit with its beautiful ancient walls, and an atmosphere from yesteryear.
- Hôtel Prince de Galles
Beautifully restored, the building has kept its charm from the old days, while inside elegance, comfort and modernity are combined. The sober decoration is completed by one of the most impressive and important collections of the original and ancient posters of the Côte d’Azur. The hotel offers a -10% reduction on the published prices for each competitor. https://www.princedegalles.com/
- Hôtel Chambord
A modern atmosphere, well thought-out furniture, bright and spacious bathrooms…The 39 rooms in the hotel have all been entirely restored. The elegant decoration offers pretty bedheads and panoramas with a unique decor. Most of them have terraces facing the Biovès gardens and some have seaview. The hotel offers a -10% reduction on the published prices for each competitor. https://www.hotel-chambord.com/
- Hôtel Pavillon Impérial
Le Pavillon Impérial welcomes you in a warm and friendly environment. The services of a 2 star hotel and the thoughtful gestures of a bed & breakfast : from your arrival to your departure, yo will feel like at home and the team will be at your disposal to offer you a great experience ! The hotel offers a -10% reduction on the published prices for each competitor. https://www.hotel-pavillon-imperial.com/
- Hôtel Ibis Budget
The Ibis budget hotel in Menton welcome families and workers in a comfortable and modern atmosphere. Refurbished in 2021, nice rooms with walk-in showers. You can enjoy your breakfast on a spacious shady terrace, balconies with seaview but also a large scale of services such as wifi, TV in each room and a parking available (with fees) in the evenings. The hotel offers a special price for the competitors : 59€ for 1 person or 67€ for 2 persons including breakfast. https://all.accor.com/hotel/2610/index.fr.shtml?dateIn=&nights=&compositions=1&stayplus=false&snu=false#origin=ibis
- Hôtel Ibis Styles
Immediate boarding for good mood, the smell of warm croissants and smiles right next to the sea. The elegant decoration of the Ibis Styles Menton Centre will fulfill your wishes as a family, as a couple or on your own. From a single room to a suite with a panoramic terrace with sea view, everyone will find something suitable: also the breakfast and the Wifi are included in the price. Don't forget your sun cream, the sun shines 320 days per year here! The hotel offers a special price for the competitors : 148€ BB Single or Double + Tourist tax of 1,5€ /person and per day not included. https://all.accor.com/hotel/7009/index.fr.shtml
- Plage des Sablettes, many restaurants and bars, in the departure zone.
- The old town, 100m from the departure zone, large choice of restaurants.
- Visit the old town.
- Beautiful staircases, stone mosaics, murals on the walls. Ceramics on the walls, houses from the 18th and 19th century, vaults... The place aux herbes and its terraces and cafés...
- The church St Michel.
- The chapels of the Pénitents Noirs and the Pénitents Blancs.
- Museum of Beaux Arts at Palais Carnoles.
- Galerie d'Art Moderne at the palais de l'Europe.
- Jean Cocteau Museum.
- Salles des Mariages decorated by Jean Cocteau.
- Regional Museum of prehistory.
- Eco-museum de La Forge. Palais Carnoles and its beautiful garden.
- Visit the Biovès garden. Garden des Colombières.
- Serre de la Madone.
Sainte Agnès
A belevedere on the Mediterranean perched at an altitude of almost 800 m, ancient defense post at the French-Italian border on the Maginot line, has for a long time been a saught-after miltary site. Today, the village offers the visitors looking for authenticity, cobbled streets, impressive views of the Côte d'Azur and a sunny climate. Sainte Agnès is the highest coastal village in Europe.
- Le Saint Yves
Hôtel Restaurant 04 93 35 91 45 www.lesaint-yves.com
- Righi
Restaurant 04 92 10 90 88 www.lerighi.fr
- Le Saint Yves
Hôtel Restaurant 04 93 35 91 45 www.lesaint-yves.com
- Au Gaïné
Crêperie 04 93 35 99 78
- The Fort of the Maginot line, an underground city dug out below the village. The building is the equivalent of a 4 story building embedded in the hill. Built between 1932 and 1938, it contained the biggest artillery power of the Maginot line. Information on 04 93 35 84 58 or 06 13 73 81 17
- The church Notre-Dame-des-Neiges, the chapel Saint-Sébastien and the chapel Sainte-Lucie
Levens and the surrounding area
Levens
An old fortified Mediaeval village perched on a rocky spur 600m above sea level, Levens can be visited by following the sloping streets lined with houses built in local stone, under porches and covered passageways. Near the village, the Grand Pré de Levens, is a large open meadow, a privileged place for relaxation with its 13 hectares of greenery: events are scheduled there year round, including Fête du Cheval (a horse show) in July.
- Hôtel La Vigneraie (2 stars)
Tel. 04 93 79 77 60 www.lavigneraielevens.com
- Gîte de France (3 épis)
La fuonte and Le liera Tel. 06 09 55 18 94 / 0826 10 44 44 http://www.gites-de-france.com
- Several bed & breakfasts
Bcbg – Bistrot Chic Bistrot Gourmand 04 93 53 74 06
L'endroit (closed on Sundays) 09 87 76 18 26
Le Carpe Diem 06 50 27 40 22
Le Felix Faure 06 95 01 81 86
Le Jardin Restaurant-Boutique 06 67 87 23 48
- Stroll in the picturesque alleys, and see the ancient porches and voulted passages.
- La Galerie du Portal: Temporary exhibitions of paintings, sculptures, photography. 09 62 66 85 84
- Tennis, swimmingpool
Tourrette-Levens
Do you feel like strolling in picturesque alleys just a few kilometers from Nice? Discovering a castle or enjoy a beautiful panoramic view between the sea and the mountains in a preserved nature ? With family or friends, come to Tourrette-Levens to discover its charm and surprises… The village has been able to maintain part of its castle of medieval origins, which is rare in the region. A rare treat ! Even though it has been modified as time has passed, you can admire a stunning panorama of the Baie des Anges, after an ascent by foot. The paved street leading up to the castle, the picturesque stone houses and the charming bell tower of the Chapelle des Pénitents blancs will quickly make you forget the effort, we promise you…
- Gîtes and Bed & Breakfast. Details on https://tourrette-levens.fr/se-loger/
From Saturday morning 05/10/2024 Snacking: Hot dog, fries, sandwiches, cold and hot drinks
Sports activities and games library for children special Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB : From 3:00 p.m. on Saturday
Restaurant-pizzeria Le Château 04 93 53 86 40
Restaurant Fab Kitchen 07 81 81 21 77 - on site or take away
Boulangerie-Pâtisserie Mège, le village 04 93 91 00 35
Boutique – salon de thé « Le Relais de la Chaise bleue » 06 82 80 87 94
Le kiosque Crêpes, gaufres, sandwich, poke bowl 07 84 50 68 77
Le 408 - Pizzas - Vente à emporter et livraison 07 49 03 03 58
Supérette SPAR 04 93 91 00 64
- On top of the pictureque alleys, its panoramic views, and the many walks in the nature starting from the village, the municipality has three museums that are free of charge.
- Castle museums of natural history 04 93 91 03 20
- After enjoying the parc of the castle and its panoramic views, come inside the tower to discover the Museum of Butterflies and Natural History. The collection of 5000 different species from all over the world allow you to discover the extraordinary biodiversityof the animals and to travel around the world. Stuffed animals are also exposed in decoration of their environment. Not to be missed if you enjoy nature…
- Museum of the Traditional crafts and Museum of Prehistory 04 97 20 54 60 (for information on the opening hours according to the season)
- A tree climbing spot for children will be installed on Saturday September 30th opposite the church. Free of charge.
- Just like many of the municipalities in the the Nice area, olive oil and pissaladière are a part of the region.
- If you stop at the bakery Mège, don't hesitate to taste the tourte de blettes (Swiss chard tarte), the recipe is unique for Tourrette-Levens.
Utelle
Perched on a ridge at the confluence of the Var and Vésubie rivers at the top of a steep slope with olive trees, Utelle offers a fine Mediaeval complex. Along the narrow stepped streets, visitors can discover old stone houses, decorated portals and fountains and ogival arches, etc. A trail in the village leads to a panoramic view on the peaks of the Upper Vésubie.
Local stopover lodge for hikers located in the heart of the village in the beginning of the Vésubie valley. Passing of the GR5. 1 dormitory 12 persons. 06 31 67 01 27
La Bellevue Martinon 04 93 03 17 19
Aubergerie Del Campo 06 22 20 86 95
Le Conté gourmand, Food truck on the village square, open all night
Grocery shop of the village, open all night
Perched village that used to be fortified. Admire the remains of the old village abandonned in the Middle-Ages. Medieval houses and stepped streets, the Tour Carré, Maison Thaon from the 17th century with a pretty mural on the outside wall.
