THE MEDIEVAL PROVENCAL VILLAGE OF TOURRETTES SUR LOUP

Tourrettes sur Loup  is an ancient 'village perche', dramatically poised on a rock cliff over the gorge of the Loup, overlooking the Riviera coastline, 6 km west of Vence, and 20 minutes from Nice Airport.

The village is very authentic and friendly, with local shops, cafes and restaurants, and is never overrun by tourists. Being up in the hills, in the summer months the climate is perfect, not too hot or humid, and well away from the coastal traffic.

The old part of the village is home to many artists and craft workers and there is a market every Wednesday. Every evening there are boules matches going in the square for free entertainment while you enjoy an aperitif.



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Local attractions include

The old city of Vence with the Matisse Chapel (5km),

St Paul-de-Vence  with the world-famous Fondation Maeght (5 km walk through the forest of Sine)

and of course the Riviera, Antibes, Cannes etc are all within a short drive.

There are great music festivals in July and August: Jazz at Juan les Pins, Nice Jazz Festival and Nuits du Sud in Vence - Latin & World Music. If you are active there are tennis courts in the village, wonderful walks in the surrounding hills and gorges, horse riding, canyoning, cycling trails.... or you may prefer to exercise by just rambling to the boulangerie to pick up the morning croissants.

BA, Air France and easyjet all fly to Nice. It is worth checking all for flight bargains. Taxis from Nice airport are around 60 euros, the bus is 1 euro if you are not in a hurry.  Car rental is advised for stays of a week or longer in order to fully explore the region.


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17TH CENTURY VILLAGE HOUSE on the ramparts

We offer occasional weekly rental and B&B. email us at richardbird@yahoo.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
The ramparts overlooking the Gorge du Loup                                       Roof terrace with panoramic views

 

 

 

 

          
                           Guest bedroom                                       Living Room  

"Le Cousin Pons" is a restored 17th century Village House in a breathtaking location on the ramparts of the medieval village. Its former owner was a descendant of Silvain Pons, the subject of Balzac's novel.

On three levels, the house sleeps five: A master double bedroom with modern ensuite bathroom, double guest bedroom, single bedroom/study, second wc/bathroom, living room with balcony, modern kitchen and dining on the top floor, leading to a roof terrace with panoramic sea views over Cap d'Antibes and the Riviera.

20 mins Nice airport and the coast, 2 mins to the mountains and nature, yet in the heart of the village, a few steps from the central square down a delightful paved lane. If you want to savour authentic village life, this is the choice for you.

Floor plans - click on image

 

Please contact   richardbird@yahoo.com

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ART WEEKS IN TOURRETTES

ART Re-Source offers a memorable week of Art and related activities based in the beautiful Provençal village of Tourrettes sur Loup, poised above the Gorge du Loup with breathtaking views over the French Riviera, and in the neighbouring town of Vence, where the unique light has attracted many famous painters.

Many other activities will be on offer. The week is ideal for singles, couples, and for couples in which one partner would like to focus on non-art activities. The local visits will take you to some of the breathtaking parts of the Riviera.

Your personal tutor Ica Saez is a renowned painter from the south of France. She is a passionate, experienced and inspiring teacher.The week is structured around each individual’s need. You will explore and discover your unique creative talent. You will leave with your own painting or we will send it to you.