Hinterland of Provence and Côte d’Azur

The hinterland of Provence and Côte d’Azur is an area rich in history and art. Nature offers breathtaking scenery. In short, the Riviera hinterland is as attractive as the coastal towns.

What to see in the hinterland of Provence and Côte d’Azur

We recommend you visit:

• Biot
• Eze
• Grasse
• Saint-Paul-de-Vence
• Vallauris
• Vence

But also small villages or a few towns that have retained a strong authenticity:

• Coaraze
• Entrevaux
• Falicon
• Fayence
• Gassin
• Gorbio
• Gourdon
• Mougins
• Peillon
• Sainte-Agnès
• Touët-sur-Var
• Tourrettes-Levens
• Tourettes-sur-Loup
• Vallée de la Roya : Breil-sur-Roya, Saorge, Sospel
• Vésubie Valley: Lantosque, Saint-Martin-Vésubie

Practical information

The towns and villages of the hinterland are scattered over a vast area. And unfortunately (or fortunately?), not all towns and villages are easily accessible by public transport.

The train

Not all hinterland sites are well served by train. Grasse, for example, is very easy to reach. Be aware, however, that the station is just below the old town.
And beware: some station names (Golfe Juan-Vallauris, Biot-Antibes Est, for example) give the impression that these towns are served. In reality, they’re more than a 30-minute walk away from the station, via steep streets.

Buses

There are many bus routes serving the hinterland in all directions. As a result, we can’t give details of all these routes here. However, you should be aware that most of the sites in the Alpes-Maritimes can be reached from the larger towns, such as Nice.
Find out more from the Local tourist offices.