Top Things to do in Alpes Maritimes
What to do and see in Alpes Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Alpes Maritimes, France including Notre Dame des Fontaines, Tete de Chien, Pyramide de Falicon et grotte de Ratapignata, Chateau-Musee Tourrette-Levens, Forteresse Medievale De Gourdon, Trophee d'Auguste, Monastere de Saorge, Tourrettes-sur-Loup - Village Medieval, Fort Saint Roch, Croix du Sapet de Valberg.
Restaurants in Alpes Maritimes
1. Notre Dame des Fontaines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 174 reviews
Chapelle Accessible Uniquement Sur Rendez Vous En Période Hivernale De Mi-octobre A Mi-avril. Aucun Rdv Spontané - Pas De Prêt De Clé.
Reviewed By 560rileyk
Unusual 15th century frescoes of the life of Christ and of the Judgment make this small chapel in the woods a fascinating stop, and a beautiful and calm respite. Books on the art and the the church's history are available. Check hours for visits online or at the town information center at La Brigue.
2. Tete de Chien
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By scotthS3053ND - Danvers, United States
Twisty ride, but some of the best views in the Cote d'Azur. Stunning views of Monaco all the way to Italy.
3. Pyramide de Falicon et grotte de Ratapignata
4. Chateau-Musee Tourrette-Levens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
5. Forteresse Medievale De Gourdon
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4.5 based on 314 reviews
Reviewed By Ferranpa - Le Rouret, France
Tiny and beautiful village in the « arrière-pays », the back country. A few shops with local products, cheese, jam, soap and quite a few nice and friendly restaurants. Try la taverne provençale, great family cuisine and a terrific view on the sea and the mountains.
6. Trophee d'Auguste
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 262 reviews
The Alpes Trophy, the only remaining example of such triumphal architecture, was erected in the 1st century BC to honour Augustus Caesar’s victories against the tribes of the Alpes. This structure has been restored thanks to an American patron and it towers above the old Via Julia Augusta and the whole of the French Riviera from Esterel to the Italian coast. The monument features an exhibition of engravings, plaster cars, models, a video display and panoramic view. Open: > 19th May to 20th September: from 9.30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. > 21st September to 18th May: from 10 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. and from 2.30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 30 minutes before closing time. Closed: > Mondays. > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 5,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 4 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups
Reviewed By scotthS3053ND - Danvers, United States
I love to visit monuments and ruins when on vacation- so I convinced the family to stop in to see the Trophiee d'Auguste. First of all, Turbie is a wonderful village perched atop a mountain overlooking Monaco and the Mediterranean, secondly, the monument is very interesting (you can climb to the top) and third, there is an excellent museum that traces the history of the monument as well as the history of the reconstruction that was done. All in all, this was an excellent side trip during a great day on the Cote d'Azur.
7. Monastere de Saorge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
The village of Saorge overhangs the gorges of the Roya. The church of the Franciscan convent, which was founded in 1633, was built in the Baroque style. The refectory features painted decorations from the 17th century and the cloister is decorated with 18th century frescœs showing the life of Saint Franis of Assisi. The monastery houses a fascinating collection of nine sundials from the 17th, 18th, and 19th century. The church features one of the oldest Stations of the Cross paintings in the Alpes-Maritimes region. Open: > 2nd May to 30th September: from 10 a.m. to noon and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. > 1st October to 31st October and 1st February to 30th April: from 10 a.m. to noon and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Closed: > From 1st November to 31st January. > 1st May. Admission fees: Adults : 5,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 4 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups
8. Tourrettes-sur-Loup - Village Medieval
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 661 reviews
Reviewed By lifesgreatadventures - Chichester, United Kingdom
Love love loved it here, we were in the area and thought we’d stop in, so pleased we did, the most stunning village with a great vibe, beautiful cobbled streets and a lovely feel. A great pottery shop and wood craft shop too, don’t miss it!
9. Fort Saint Roch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Lors de votre excursion insolite au sein de la ligne MAGINOT vous y découvrirez une des générations les plus modernes de fortifications. 5000 m3 de béton et 385 tonnes d'acier ont contribué à édifier cette forteresse, monde merveilleux de technologie pour 1932. Centrale de production d'énergie électrique, salle de filtrage et de ventilation de l'air, infirmerie, central téléphonique, cuisine, réserve d'eau et de vivres. Pour agrémenter votre visite 240 m2 d'exposition ont été aménagés à l'intérieur du fort. La LIGNE MAGINOT est un chef d'œuvre architectural et le système de fortifications le plus perfectionné que l’homme ait jamais réalisé.
10. Croix du Sapet de Valberg
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