Pays de Grasse offers an ideal getaway for lovers of nature and history. Follow the famous Route Napoléon to discover incredible landscapes, or borrow Route du Mimosa, Scented with bright yellow flowers in winter.
Explore Saint-Cézaire cave and Baume Obscure cave, real underground treasures. Also take advantage of the Reserve des Monts d’Azur to observe bison and wild horses in freedom.
For astronomy enthusiasts, the region is perfect for observing the stars in a pure sky.
Finally, the many viewpoints offer spectacular panoramas, between sea and mountains, not to be missed for moments of pure contemplation.
Visit a garden, a flower field
Visiting the Pays de Grasse through the “Chemins parfumés” is a unique sensory experience, a real journey into the heart of Provencal traditions.
In this region renowned for its scents, a walk through its gardens and flower fields plunges you into a universe of colors, intoxicating scents and breathtaking landscapes.
La Réserve Biologique des Monts d’Azur
La Réserve Biologique des Monts d’Azur, located in Andon, is a preserved natural area where wildlife evolves in freedom.
Bison, Przewalski horses, deer and other animals live in this protected environment, recreating a unique ecosystem.
Visitors can explore the reserve on foot or by carriage, observing these species in their natural habitat.
It is an immersive experience that offers an insight into the wild nature in Provence, perfect for lovers of biodiversity and the great outdoors.
Caves
The caves of the Pays de Grasse are natural wonders to discover.
Saint-Cézaire cave, located 40 meters underground, reveals spectacular limestone formations, with stalactites, stalagmites and draperies.
Baume Obscure cave, for its part, offers a luminous underground course where visitors explore a fairytale universe.
These fascinating sites offer a unique adventure in the heart of the earth, ideal for the curious and nature lovers.
Tourist Routes
Pays de Grasse offers three emblematic tourist routes
Route Napoléon traces the emperor’s historical journey through spectacular landscapes, connecting the Mediterranean coast to the Alps with impressive panoramic views.
Route du Mimosa, is a fragrant itinerary that extends from January to March, when the hills are covered with bright yellow flowers. This route between Grasse and the coast offers a unique sensory immersion in the heart of nature in bloom. These two roads are ideal to discover the natural and historical richness of the region.
Route des Oliviers, you will have the opportunity to discover the Nice olive, a variety popular for its unique taste. Stop at the traditional oil mills where you can taste virgin olive oils of first pressure, rich in aromas and flavors. Don’t miss to taste the famous olive paste, a delight that will perfectly accompany your appetizers.
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