Saint-Jeannet

Discover the village of Saint-Jeannet near Nice

Nestling at the foot of an immense Baou, an impressive cliff that towers above the village, Saint-Jeannet is a charming little village located between Vence and Nice in the Alpes Maritimes. A stronghold of the Villeneuve family from the 13th century to the French Revolution, Saint-Jeannet is now a beautiful residential village in the hinterland of Nice, with panoramic views of the coast.

A pretty medieval village with castle and keep

Of medieval origin, with its local stone houses huddling together to form a rampart surrounding the church, it is still dominated by a fortified castle and the ruins of a keep. It's not without reason that it has seduced painters, writers and poets such as Dufy, Trachel, Poussin and Prévert throughout history.

Charming narrow streets and old houses

In a site of remarkable beauty and tranquility, the village of Saint Jeannet seems blessed by the Gods: little invaded by tourists, it nonetheless has a singular appeal with its pretty, well-kept streets, its few beautiful 17th-century houses, its gate dug into what remains of the old rampart, its vaulted passageways.

Saint Jean Baptiste Church

After a maze of shady alleyways, you'll come to the square where you'll find a large parish church with a square bell tower, dedicated to Saint Jean-Baptiste: it dates from the 17th century, and in the adjoining Saint-Bernardin chapel, you can admire a beautiful altarpiece dating from 1652.

On your way out onto the square, you can refresh yourself at the Fontaine du Boeuf (1875), before ending your visit on the most remarkable terrace on the entire Côte: sheltered by a roof and adorned with medieval balusters, it offers a marvellous view of the countryside and the sea in the distance.

The colossal Baou de Saint Jeannet

In terms of nature, Saint Jeannet is a veritable paradise for rock-climbers. Numerous climbing routes can be found on the colossal Baou, whose large face rises in a single spurt to a height of 200 meters. If you're just starting out, or would like to be accompanied, you'll find a climbing school in the village. Along the way, caving enthusiasts can discover several caves in the Baou cliffs, including one 350 meters long.

What to do in Saint-Jeannet: hiking and wine tasting.

For those who prefer hiking, a number of walks (from 45 minutes to 2 hours) have been signposted to help you get a closer look at the natural wonders that surround the commune of Saint Jeannet. Don't leave Saint Jeannet without tasting the local wine, made from “servan” grapes, a late-season white grape that can be kept until Easter, thanks to a special jar-preserving technique. Cheers !

Our map of Saint-Jeannet (postal code 06640)

To find your way around Saint-Jeannet, you can use our village map. We've included all the village's points of interest (town hall, tourist office, church...). We've also included our recommendations for accommodation in Saint-Jeannet and the surrounding villages.