Want to explore the most beautiful villages of the French Riviera? Saint-Paul-de-Vence is the must-see destination on your way. This small village perched in the hinterland of Nice will enchant you. Stroll through the narrow streets of the village, full of art and history, and let yourself transport by the song of the cicadas.
A village of artists: Art galleries, foundations and museums
When you arrive in St-Paul-de-Vence, you will immediately enter the artistic atmosphere of the town. Built in the IXᵉ century, the village is a collection of cobbled streets and little stone houses. Discover the Maeght Foundation which offers a superb collection of contemporary art. The artists on display include Mirò, Braque and Giacometti. Full of history, St-paul-de-Vence has welcomed and inspired the greatest artists of the XXᵉ century. Even today this artistic tradition continues, with the village's art galleries continuing to exhibit new talent. The best known are the Frédéric Gollong, Bartoux and Di Allure galleries. Stroll through the town and don't hesitate to enter the artists' studios to meet them and learn about their work. St-Paul-de-Vence has the status of a "Mecca of arts and letters".
Maeght Foundation:
623 Chemin des Gardettes, 06570 Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France
+33 4 93 32 81 63
Gallery Frédéric Gollong:
59 Rue Grande, 06570 Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France
+33 4 93 32 92 10
Gallery Bartoux:
24 Rue Grande 16, 06570 Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France
+33 4 93 32 74 50
Di Allure Gallery:
53 Rue Grande, 06570 Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France
+33 6 08 08 49 28
One of the most beautiful villages in France
St-Paul-de-Vence is a village in the hinterland of Nice and enjoys an ideal location. Situated 7 km from the sea between Nice and Antibes, this medieval town welcomes many holidaymakers every year. It is no coincidence; the village was the passage of artists such as Matisse, Renoir, or Signac. But it is not only painters who fell under the charm of this charming village poet and writers artists such as Cocteau or Prévert made St-Paul de Vence their inspiration. Stroll through the town that offers a unique medieval heritage. You will discover machicolations, vestiges, fortifications of the time, and ramparts still intact. The city walls are classified as historical monuments.
St-Paul-de-Vence is also a site with an important religious heritage. Visit the beautiful Romanesque church, the Collegiate Church, where a wonderful painting by Tintoretto is on display, and a walnut Stations of the Cross. Further on, find the pretty 17th century chapel of the Pénitents Blancs.
Lunch and Provençal shopping
After a long walk, what could be better than a quiet lunch on the terrace? Le Caruso, a Provençal restaurant located on a small cobbled square and surrounded by stone houses. The restaurant gives pride of place to fresh, seasonal products. We can't count the number of Provençal dishes on offer, ratatouille, cannelloni with aubergines, salted crumble of anchovy, sea bream and truffle oil...
Le Caruso:
1 Montée de la Castre, 06570 Saint-Paul-de-Vence
+33 4 93 24 36 47
During your weekend, don't miss out on some shopping in this charming village. For typical products, try the Farigoule, a Provençal liqueur with thyme.The small market of St-Paul takes place on Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9 am to 2 pm, an opportunity to taste the local and Mediterranean products.
Dine in the shade of the hundred-year-old lime trees at the table du Tilleul, one of the most famous restaurants in the village. The restaurant has a large terrace and a warm atmosphere. Its semi-gastronomic menu features seasonal and Provencal market products.
Le Tilleul:
Place du Tilleul, 06570 Saint Paul de Vence
+33 (0)4 93 32 80 36
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