Grasse, the perfume capital of the world, an 11th-century city, a veritable balcony overlooking the Mediterranean, a land where essential becomes art.
Visit the 13th-century cathedral and episcopal palace, 17th- and 18th-century mansions, charming alleyways and fountains, perfumeries, museums, and breathtaking panoramic views: Grasse is surprising and fascinating, bewitching and enduring.
And if you have always longed to understand the mysterious world of perfume, a visit to Grasse is a must, including some time at the International Perfume Museum, where you can learn the history of perfume around the world. Then put your new knowledge of this art into practice at one of our perfumeries, where you can create your own personal fragrance.
THINGS TO DO & SIGHTS TO SEE:
• Guided Tours of the historic medieval city center
• Notre-Dame-du-Puy Cathedral
• Perfumeries
• International Perfume Museum
• “Maison Duplanteur” family chocolate factory
• Sightseeing train tour
• Provençal Costume & Jewelry Museum
• Museum of Provençal Art & History
• Fragonard Villa-Museum
• Musée de la Marine/Amiral de Grasse Maritime Museum
• Hélène & Jean-François Costa Fragonard Museum
• Hiking
• Golf
• Treetop adventure park
KEY ANNUAL EVENTS:
En avril : Rallye automobile "Fleurs & Parfums"
En mai : Expo Rose - Fête de la Centifolia
En Juillet : Les flâneries nocturnes - Instants de Grasse (festival de musique)
En août : Fête du Jasmin - Mondial parfumé de boules carrées
En septembre : Fête de la Bière
April: Car rally "Fleurs & Parfums"
May: Expo Rose - Centifolia Festival
July: Night strolls (night market) - Instants de Grasse (music festival)
August: Jasmine Festival - square balls competition
September: Beer Festival "Oktoberfest"
MARKETS:
Wednesday (Cours Honoré Cresp): Food - Cloths
Thursday (night market - July and August Cours Honoré Cresp): Food - Cloths
Saturday (Place aux Aires): Food