SANT-PAUL DE VENCE AND SURROUNDINGS Vence, Saint Paul, La Colle sur Loup, Cagnes sur mer, La Gaude, Tourettes sur Loup, Saint Jeannet, Saint Laurent du Var
This small mediaeval town, bordered by ancient city walls, is without any doubt one of the most beautiful villages of the up-country. Its beauty, its relaxed rhythm of life and its exceptional sunlight have inspired numerous writers, poets and painters. Some of them have even chosen to live there permanently. A selection of the work of these is presented at the Fondation Maeght, where the exhibition space offers an important collection of contemporary and modern art. From the city walls, you can enjoy marvellous views of the surrounding mountains and the Mediterranean sea. Saint-Paul-de-Vence is located in the hinterland, close to Nice and its airport, 16 km from Antibes and 26 km from Cannes, and therefore an ideal location to visit the whole region.