Travel guide Vence
High on the Rock
Vence is a beautiful small town in the French department of
Alpes-Maritimes in the region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. The city is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Provence. It sits on a rocky hilltop but is still easily accessible from the coast. For your arrival, you can use Nice Airport, which is nearby. From there, holidaymakers can take bus line 400 towards holiday home or apartment in Vence. By train, you can reach Saint Laurent du Var, Nice, Cagnes sur Mer, and Antibes. If you come by car, drive via the A8. Book a holiday accommodation according to your wishes directly by the sea with panoramic views and terrace and spend a relaxing holiday here full of comfort and at a reasonable price. Welcome to one of the most beautiful regions of France!
The Dreamy Côte d'Azur
Vence is just how you would imagine a holiday destination in the dreamy region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. The climate is Mediterranean. The winters are mild, and the summers are hot. The warmest months are July and August, with temperatures reaching up to 27 degrees Celsius. In January and February, it is the coldest with approximately four degrees Celsius. The most sunshine hours are in July, with an average of twelve per day. In spring, it quickly becomes sunny and warm, which is why many guests from houses with pools or apartments arrive relatively early in the year. Also recommended: a
holiday with pets or dogs in Vence. Several accommodations offer full comfort for this purpose.
Mediterranean Unique
Take advantage of the location with a holiday home or apartment in Vence to discover the delicious Provençal cuisine. The culinary scene in the region is Mediterranean. Fresh regional products such as peppers, eggplants, or zucchinis are used in various dishes. Fish and seafood receive particular attention in the local kitchens. Soupe au Pistou, a Provençal vegetable soup, is considered a delicacy. Pistou, a type of pesto, is added to the soup. Roasted bread is eaten with it. Pistou can also be spread on the bread. The typical bread from the
Provence is called fougasse à fleur d'oranger. Another regional specialty is pissaladière, a spicy, topped cake that resembles a pizza.
Carefree at the beach
When you start a holiday with your family in a personal holiday home and terrace or apartment in Vence, there are many opportunities for exciting activities. The location in the mountains is ideal for exploring the beautiful landscapes with shared bike tours. Or stroll along the paths of the mountain Baou des Blancs. From there, you have an excellent view of Vence and the Mediterranean coast with the blue sea. The city offers year-round events, e.g., the Fountain Festival Fête des Fontaines, the pottery market, or the Festival of Traditions. The most significant highlight for families, however, remains the fantastic beach on the Mediterranean coast. Here you can spend carefree, sunny, relaxing, and action-packed hours. A trip to Marineland between Cagnes and Antibes is recommended. It is a large amusement park with various marine animals, dolphin and otter shows. Your holiday accommodation during your stay on the Mediterranean will undoubtedly be within easy reach of many attractions.
A Historic and Lively Old Town
During your
beach holiday in Vence with a holiday home and pool or an affordable apartment, you will experience the splendor of the French
Côte d'Azur. Visit a genuinely historical city that resembles a jewel. Vence is not a tourist-created town. You will experience
southern France as it genuinely is. The old town is rich in impressive sights. These include the cathedral, which was built on the foundation of a Roman temple. The baptismal chapel was decorated with a mosaic by Chagall. We recommend strolling through the picturesque alleys on your own and letting yourself drift amidst the Mediterranean flair. There is a medieval city wall and impressive city gates, e.g., the Porte de Peyra. Overall, the city has 21 chapels and churches from different epochs of history. Those interested in art should not miss a visit to the Musée de Vence, which offers fascinating insights into modern art. A permanent exhibition in the Fondation Maeght in the artists' village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence displays works by famous artists such as Chagall, Kandinsky, Giacometti, or Braque. The Chapelle du Rosaire de Vence, also known as "Chapelle Matisse" or Rosary Chapel, is a small chapel built for the Dominican nuns in Vence on the French Riviera and consecrated by the Bishop of Nice on June 25th, 1951. The Cathedral de la Nativité-de-Marie is located in the middle of the formerly fortified old town of your holiday destination. Definitely worth a visit! Architectural highlights such as the medieval old town and the historical city wall contribute even more to the attractiveness of this El Dorado for art connoisseurs and hikers. If you want to explore the region and go hiking, you can visit picturesque Nice, the winter sports resort Auron in the Maritime Alps, the movie city
Cannes, or even the Principality of Monaco and enjoy the wonderful view of France.
