What are the most beautiful villages on the French Riviera to visit absolutely? If you want to discover the French Riviera outside or in addition to its cities such as Nice, Cannes, or Antibes, do not miss its most beautiful villages! So, here is our list of the most beautiful villages on the French Riviera!
Our TOP 7 of the most beautiful villages of the French Riviera
1. Eze, the most beautiful village on the C么te d鈥橝zur!
The village of 脠ze is number 1 in our TOP of the most beautiful villages on the C么te d鈥橝zur. Suspended more than 400 meters between the sky and the Mediterranean, a visit to 脠ze town will not leave you indifferent. Eze is known for its magnificent panoramas, lush vegetation, and beach. Ideal for a weekend itinerary on the C么te d鈥橝zur!
2. Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Saint-Paul-de-Vence is in 2nd place in our TOP of the most beautiful villages on the C么te d鈥橝zur. Just 20km from Nice, Saint-Paul-de-Vence is an unmissable village in the backcountry of Nice. It is a real gem of the C么te d鈥橝zur. You will love strolling through the narrow streets of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, discovering its art galleries, and also visiting the Maeght Foundation. It is the first private art foundation in France.
3. Gourdon
Gourdon is recognized among France’s “most beautiful villages”. It is located on a spectacular rock at 760 meters above sea level. Here you can visit the Church of St Vincent, but above all admire a fantastic view from the Victoria Square of the village!
4. Sainte-Agnes
With its 800 meters of altitude, Sainte-Agn猫s offers incredible panoramas up to the Alps! Moreover, it is the highest coastal village in Europe. During the Second World War, the fort of Sainte-Agn猫s was on the Maginot line on the border with Italy. Sainte-Agn猫s is in 7th place in our TOP of the most beautiful villages on the C么te d’Azur.
5. Coaraze
Discover the alleys, the washhouse, and the fountain of Coaraze! At 650 meters above sea level, this village has attracted many artists and famous people, such as Jean Cocteau and Ponce de L茅on.
6. Tourrettes-sur-Loup
Tourrettes-sur-Loup is a village on the road to Grasse. The village owes its fame to the violet, which became its main crop in 1880. For this reason, you will see the presence of violet almost everywhere in the city. The houses form the ramparts of this ancient medieval village.
7. Mougins
Mougins is in 7th place in our TOP of the most beautiful villages on the C么te d’Azur. Located 260 meters high, Mougins dominates the bay of Cannes, the L茅rins Islands, Grasse, and the surrounding villages. Discover its beautiful residences, washhouses, and fountains during a stroll through the alleys of this beautiful village!
In addition to the most beautiful villages of the French Riviera, which cities to visit?
If you want to discover the French Riviera, here are our blog articles on the must-see cities in this region of France:
If you are going to discover the C么te d’Azur for the first time, it is worth including in your itinerary at least one of the most beautiful villages in the region. If Nice is part of your trip, then 脠ze is a perfect candidate.
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