An oasis between sea and mountains

Discover the surroundings of Villa Reva

Tourrettes sur Loup

A 5 minute walk from the Villa Reva, Tourrettes-sur-Loup is built on the foothills of the Gorges du Loup. It is a fortified village established on a rocky spur overlooking the French Riviera. Known throughout the world for the “Victoria” violet, cultivated since the end of the 19th century, every year a festival as fragrant as it is authentic is celebrated in honour of the violet. You can also discover craftsmen working the land, olive trees and many shops along the narrow streets of this village.

Vue de Tourette s/ Loup

On this page you will find information about the unmissable villages and towns on the French Riviera and in the vicinity of Villa Reva. Each time a link is given to the tourist office of the town or village. Below you will find the dates of the different markets and some activities available in the surrounding area.

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The markets

  • Tourrettes sur Loup: Wednesday mornings
  • Saint-Paul-de-Vence: Wednesday mornings
  • Cagnes sur mer (seaside): Tuesdays and Thursdays mornings
  • Vence: Friday mornings
  • La Colle sur Loup: Saturday mornings
  • Antibes (covered market): every morning

The activities

  • Bike rental (electric bike): tourrentbike.fr
  • Kayaking and water activities in Wolf Gorge
  • Horseback riding
  • Public and private beaches all along the coast with activities
  • Summer festivities: concerts and shows: Nuits du Sud, Nice Jazz Festival, etc.
  • Ski resort: Auron, Isola 200 and Gréolière at 1h30 by car.

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The villages

Vence

Perched on the Balcons d’Azur and just above the sea, the town of Vence, leaning against the Baous hills, is a tourist site that cannot be ignored. 

Between the sea and the mountains, Vence is a medieval town with narrow streets, Renaissance houses, squares and squares, but also shops and galleries. You can discover the smallest cathedral in France, dating from the 11th century.

Animated by its markets and its Nuits du Sud festival, Vence is a real “source of inspiration” linking authenticity and well-being

Saint-Paul-de-Vence

Perched on a hill overlooking the countryside and the sea, Saint-Paul-de-Vence is a historic village. In all seasons, its narrow streets and ramparts invite you to stroll. It is by going through them that you will discover the artists who have left their mark on the village and those who keep it alive today. Saint-Paul-de-Vence is also a cultural destination: its museums and heritage bear witness to a rich history and an artistic tradition more than a hundred years old

Gourdon

Gourdon, classified as one of the most beautiful villages in France. Built on a rocky spur, at an altitude of 760 metres, the village overlooks the Vallée du Loup. Its incomparable panorama stretches over 80 km from Nice to Théoule. This isolated rock used to be a place of refuge and defence with a castle, from its location as a stronghold…Glassmakers, Perfumers, Confectioners now share the activities of the town also famous for its gingerbread !

Biot

Labelled Ville et Métiers d’Art since 1997 for the glass industry, Biot has become, in almost 60 years, the capital of contemporary glass in France. Making its specialty, bubble glass, Biot now has more than 80 artists and craftsmen, including 10 active glassmakers. At the same time, artists such as Fernand Léger made the town’s artistic reputation by setting up its national museum at the foot of the village. Today, the designers reveal their know-how to the public, all year round, in their workshops.

The cities

Nice

The great city of Nice has many treasures for you to discover, such as its museums, luxurious palaces and colourful alleyways. And the famous Promenade des Anglais which runs along the seaside.

Cannes

Famous for its festival, this glamorous city will make you dream with its palaces and luxury boutiques. Stroll on the Croisette, sunbathe on the sandy beaches, or visit Le Suquet, the old centre of Cannes.

Monaco

An independent and sovereign state located at the foot of the Southern Alps and bordering the Mediterranean, the famous Principality of Monaco is home to remarkable sites such as the Grimaldi Rock with the Prince’s Palace, Monte-Carlo, the Oceanographic Museum built on the side of the rock, or the exotic garden.

Menton

On the Italian border Menton is known for the cultivation of lemons. Every year the Lemon Festival, a unique event in the world, attracts more than 200,000 visitors. Menton is also renowned for its lush gardens and mild climate.

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