After walking through the charming town, you can head to nearby Baou de Saint-Jeannet, known to climbers for its open climbing routes on high limestone cliffs. However, the Baou de Saint-Jeannet also allows for scenic hikes in a landscape of oak groves, valleys, and beautiful rock formations. From Saint-Jeannet, the route ascends through the village […]
Fragonard is a traditional French perfume brand operating mainly on the south coast of France. The company’s history dates back to before the First World War, when entrepreneur and perfume lover Eugène Fuchs had the idea of selling perfumes directly to tourists travelling to the French Riviera and give them the opportunity to take home […]
Just about 5 kilometres north of Saint Paul de Vence you can visit The Rosary Chapel, also known as the Matisse Chapel after its famous designer. Matisse contracted cancer in the early 1940s, from which he then recovered in the nearby town of Nice. During this period of convalescence, he met nurse Monique Bourgeois. Monique […]
The foundation stone of this tower was built in the 11th century, making it the oldest surviving building in Saint Paul de Vence. It was originally part of a castle, but the castle was destroyed during the 16th and 17th centuries mainly for repairs to the nearby church. After the construction of the castle in […]
If you are going to Saint Paul de Vence for an extended stay you should certainly consider staying in the famous Colombe D’Or. This auberge has always stood out for its family atmosphere and love for the arts and artists. The founder, Paul Roux, has maintained warm relationships with all the famous artists who have […]
It’s hard to imagine a trip to any town on the French Riviera without a visit to a local traditional market. In Saint Paul de Vence you have several options. If you want to enjoy the true Mediterranean flavor of food from local farmers, visit the small-scale farmers’ market held every Wednesday from 7am to […]
The construction of the beautiful collegiate church took a total of four centuries. For this reason it is not surprising that its architecture combines different styles and decoration from different historical periods. Construction began in the 14th century. Four pillars and the arch bands in the nave, plus the entire choir, date back to the […]
The Machicolated Tower, also known as Porte de Vence (Vence Gate – as it faces the city of Vence) is a rare remnant of the city wall. It was built in 1640 to increase the city’s defences. What is interesting about this tower is the presence of several medieval means of defence: Machicolations – an […]
The village of Saint Paul de Vence owes its iconic appearance mainly to its medieval town walls. The walls were built in the 1640s on the orders of François I. At that time, the village needed to be better secured and a kilometre-long circuit of bastioned fortifications, which followed the contours of a rocky spur, […]
The cemetery of Saint Paul de Vence is located on the Plateau du Puy, where the village center was located many years ago. The original dwellings were located around the church of Saint Michel. In addition to its religious purposes, it also served as a meeting place and a place to discuss important matters. Unfortunately, […]
