Map of Valbonne
Tourist map and places to visit in Valbonne
Valbonne is a village built on a grid plan, which is unusual in this region. Are you planning your visit? Our interactive map of Valbonne shows you all the points of interest in the village. It shows you where to find parking, restaurants, and historical monuments. The streets converge on Place des Arcades, in the heart of this town founded in 1519.
Our map of Valbonne guides you to the Romanesque abbey and the shops in the center. Visitors particularly appreciate this clear layout, which makes it easy to find your way around. The village is easy to visit on foot thanks to its unique grid layout.
How much time should you allow for your visit?
Half a day is enough to explore the historic center of Valbonne. You can walk around the entire village in two to three hours. This gives you time to stroll around Place des Arcades and visit the abbey.
Add an extra hour if you come on a Friday morning for the Provençal market. Hiking enthusiasts can plan a whole day. The Brague trail takes about 2 hours to walk.
This hike offers an enchanting setting and allows you to walk in the shade. For a more complete stay, allow 2 days with an excursion to the neighboring villages. Mougins is only 4 kilometers away. This will give you time to enjoy the restaurants and artisan shops.
Download the map of Valbonne in PDF format
Would you like a PDF map of the village? Nothing could be simpler. Click on the “Download map” button at the top of this page.
It is located just below our interactive map. The file will automatically be saved to your device. You can consult it even without an internet connection during your visit.
This detailed map includes all the monuments and streets in the old town. Parking lots and main points of interest are clearly marked. You can print it out before you leave so you can easily consult it.
Where is the tourist office?
The Tourist Information Office is located at 14 rue de la Fontaine in the heart of the village of Valbonne. It is just a few steps from the Place des Arcades. The team welcomes you in French and English.
The office is open all year round from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. In summer, from June 1 to September 30, it is open every day. The rest of the year, it is closed on public holidays except July 14 and August 15.
The staff can provide information on guided tours and local events. You will also find information on the entire French Riviera. Free brochures and maps are available.
Parking in Valbonne: our advice
All parking lots in the town are free or in the blue zone with parking limited to 1 hour. Parking becomes difficult in high season, especially in July and August. Plan to arrive early in the morning to find a spot easily.
All parking lots in Valbonne are marked on our map at the top of this page. The largest is located at Place des Anciens Combattants with 96 spaces. You will also find spaces on Rue Gambetta and Rue d'Opio.
For blue zones, parking discs are available free of charge at the Town Hall reception and the Tourist Office. Remember to place this disc in a clearly visible position behind your windshield. Spaces reserved for people with reduced mobility are available in all car parks.
On Fridays, market day, spaces fill up quickly from 8 a.m. onwards. Plan ahead or choose another day to visit at a more leisurely pace.
The village's must-see attractions
Place des Arcades is the heart of the village with its rampart houses and arcades. It is the point where all the streets converge. Here you will find café and restaurant terraces.
The Provençal market on Friday mornings attracts visitors with its local products and reasonable prices. Valbonne Abbey dates back to the 13th century and is located at the entrance to the village. This Romanesque church is notable for its simplicity and architectural balance.
The Brague trail is one of the area's must-see attractions. This hike connects Valbonne to Biot through unspoiled natural surroundings. The Saint-Blaise church is also worth a visit.
The checkerboard streets offer a unique layout in the region. You can stroll through the artisan shops and art galleries. The Albert Ouvrier square, at the entrance to the village, offers a pleasant shaded area to rest.
How to get to Valbonne?
By car, Valbonne is located 20 minutes from Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport via the A8 motorway. Take the Antibes exit and follow the signs for Sophia Antipolis. The village is 15 minutes from Cannes and 10 minutes from Grasse.
Several bus lines serve the village: lines 10, 11, 22, 653, and A stop near the center. The Sophia Antipolis bus station is nearby. The Zou! bus network connects Valbonne to the main towns on the French Riviera.
From Nice, it takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes by public transport with connections. There is no direct train service to Valbonne. The nearest train station is in Cannes or Antibes.
You will then need to take a bus to reach the village. Self-service electric bike services are available in the Sophia Antipolis metropolitan area.
The best places to stay in Valbonne
The Hôtel Les Armoiries is housed in a magnificent 17th-century building in the heart of the Provençal village on the Place des Arcades. It is ideally located for exploring the center on foot, with air-conditioned, individually decorated rooms that offer charm and character. La Bastide de Valbonne charms guests with its authentic setting 1.8 km from the center, with its swimming pool surrounded by gardens and peaceful atmosphere. The Golden Tulip Sophia Antipolis stands out for its high-end amenities, including a spa, outdoor pool, and restaurant, perfect for a relaxing stay. All three establishments offer free Wi-Fi and excellent value for money, allowing you to discover the region in the best possible conditions.
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