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Tourist map and places to visit in Tourrette Levens
Tourrette-Levens is just 15 kilometers from Nice. Here's an interactive map of Tourrette Levens to help you discover this authentic perched village. The village still boasts one of the towers of its medieval castle, and enjoys a dominant position with exceptional panoramic views between sea and mountains. All points of interest are easy to find thanks to the maps and detailed tourist information available.
There are free museums in the heart of the old village. The village stands out for its remarkably well-preserved medieval heritage and its many works of contemporary art scattered around the streets, as you can see on this map of the village.
How long does it take to visit Tourrette Levens?
Half a day is all you need to discover the essentials of Tourrette-Levens, if you concentrate on the historic center. Allow 3 to 4 hours to visit the castle-museum, the three main museums and stroll through the streets of the old village.
For a more complete visit, including a lunch break and a look at the works of art scattered around the village, allow a full day. Hiking enthusiasts can extend their stay by exploring the surrounding trails, which offer magnificent panoramic views.
The village is home to a number of sculptures, which you can admire as you stroll along. Don't miss Max Cartier's Man of Stone at the entrance to the village.
Where can I download a PDF map of Tourrette Levens?
You can easily obtain a detailed map of Tourrette-Levens by clicking on the “Download map” button above our interactive map. This PDF document will help you prepare your visit and locate all points of interest.
Tourrette-Levens town hall also provides tourist maps. These include recommended routes and essential practical information.
Alternatively, you can buy a paper map directly from the local shopkeepers. The available maps clearly indicate the village's museums, church and main attractions.
Where is the tourist office?
Tourrette-Levens is part of the Nice Côte d'Azur metropolitan area and belongs to the Nice Côte d'Azur Tourist Office. The main office is located at 5 Promenade des Anglais in Nice and can be contacted on +33 (0)4 92 14 46 14.
For local information specific to Tourrette-Levens, the village's town hall can help. It is located at 70 place du Docteur-Paul-Simon and is open Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 12:00 and 12:45 to 16:15.
You can contact the Mairie on 04 93 91 00 16 or visit their website for practical tourist information. The local staff have a thorough knowledge of the village's attractions and will be able to guide you efficiently.
What are the must-see places in Tourrette Levens?
The Château-Musée is the village's star attraction. The Château-Musée des Papillons et d'Histoire naturelle boasts a collection of 5,000 butterflies and insects. This free visit immerses you in the natural history of the region.
The Church of Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption, essentially Baroque in style and built in the 16th century, is also well worth a visit. Its architecture and interior decorations bear witness to the commune's rich religious past.
The André Carlès Museum of Traditional Crafts, housed in the ramparts, features a collection of almost 7,000 tools from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This exceptional collection perfectly illustrates the rural life of yesteryear.
The Musée de la Préhistoire Max Escalon de Fonton recalls the commune's prehistoric past and evokes local archaeological digs. And don't miss the private Circus Museum, renowned for its paintings, posters, photos and costumes.
How do I get to Tourrette Levens?
By car, Tourrette-Levens can be reached from Nice in around 20 minutes via the A8 freeway and departmental roads. The village is in the immediate vicinity of the motorway interchange, which makes access much easier.
By public transport, Lignes d'Azur bus line no. 19 links Nice to Tourrette-Levens. The journey takes around 24 minutes from the center of Nice, and buses run every hour.
The bus service serves several stops in the village, including “Le Frogier” and “Parc Mauran”. Cab services are also available to reach the village from Nice train stations or airport.
For cyclists, there are signposted routes from the Var valley to Tourrette-Levens. These routes offer beautiful scenery, but require good physical condition due to the hilly terrain.
Where are the best hotels?
The village mainly offers bed & breakfasts and vacation rentals, rather than large hotels. Les Tulipans, at 410 chemin du Collet, is the most highly regarded, with excellent customer reviews. This charming guesthouse offers an authentic setting in unspoilt surroundings. For more traditional hotels, visitors generally turn to Nice or neighboring towns, which offer a full range of accommodation, from budget establishments to luxury palaces, all within easy reach thanks to the village's proximity to the Nice metropolitan area.
Read also to prepare your stay:
NEIGHBOURING TOWNS AND VILLAGES
Aspremont (6 km), Falicon (8 km), Châteauneuf Villevieille (10 km) et Levens (11 km).