The original feature of Valbonne is that, unlike most medieval Provençal villages, it was built according to an urban grid pattern (the streets intersect at right angles), dating back to the early 16th century.

It is a very pleasant village to visit (and no doubt to live in), where it is relaxing to stroll along the pretty streets on a slight slope, all taking you down to the Renaissance era Place à Arcades, where you can partake of a delightful lunch on one of the restaurant terraces.  You can do some shopping too; the pretty fashion shops, antique dealers and interior decoration boutiques vie with each other for attractiveness and chic.

If you prefer historical heritage, you must visit the monastery founded in the year 1200 by the Chalaisian religious order. It was built in the Romanesque-Gothic style and was recently restored. It has a Romanesque portal and altar, 18th century head reliquaries, a chapterhouse, a treasure room and the monks' dormitory.

Finally, don't leave Valbonne without tasting the local speciality, a wine made using Servan grapes, a variety which it is said "keeps until Easter" ... so don't wait any longer before trying it.