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Touët sur Var

Pop.: 445 h. Surface Area: 1.498 ha. Alt.: 340 m

Alpes Maritimes Département



50km north west of Nice, take the RN 202,
in the direction of Digne.


Situated in the Gorges du Cians, in the Roudoule valley, Touët is a unique medieval village which will not fail to surprise you : literally stuck to a vertical cliff, very tall houses, tightly packed together and just in balance remind one strangely of the architecture of Tibetan villages.

Each house has a large attic open to the elements which in times gone by was used for drying figs.

  The narrow sloping streets, and stepped lanes are full of charm and character.

You're sure to notice small architectural details, or appreciate the harmony of colours between the stones and tiles from the balconies in the streets which offer superb panoramic views over the village rooftops and the Var valley.

Touët merits the detour and you'll really enjoy your visit!

If it's raining visit the Town Hall gallery which hosts an impressive collection of all the Presidents of the French Republic

In any case don't make the mistake of leaving Touët without tasting the local home made specialities : traditional bread, cheese and charcuterie, accompanied of course with a small glass of good red wine !


Places to visit :

Church St Martin built in the upper village
straddling a small valley (1690).
Gallery of French Presidents, town hall
ND du Cians. XII° C Chapel

Leisure Activities :

Walking & Hiking. Tennis. seasonal events.
The small farm with its intelligent animals.

Accommodation :

1 Hôtel. 1 Auberge. 1 Stopover Gîte (10 beds).
1 Camping. 3 Restaurants.

Neighbouring villages :

Villars sur Var (6km), Puget-Théniers (10km), Rigaud (10km).

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