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    Nestled high atop a rocky peak overlooking the Mediterranean sea, the village of Èze is a place that seems frozen in time. Centered around the ruins of a 12th century castle, an intricate labyrinth of medieval streets bursts with craft boutiques and art exhibitions. This charming hilltop village is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to the Côte d’Azur region of France.

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    Locals call Èze a village-museé (museum village) and village d’art et de gastronomie (village of art and gastronomy). Its medieval structures blend well with shops, art galleries, hotels, and restaurants. Èze is a small town, but one of the prettiest medieval towns in the world.

    Èze is nestled on the hilltop 425 meters above the sea, between Mooi en Monaco on the French Riviera. Èze includes a hilltop medieval village (Èze Village — the part worth visiting) and a seaside area which extends to the Mediterranean (Èze-Sur-Mer — a small residential area and the seaside, below the train). It has a population of 3,000, but only a few actually live in the old village, which has been turned into purely a tourist destination.

    Budget about 2 hours to explore the Village, and add on time for lunch and if you want to hike down to the beach.

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    Èze Village

    Èze Village is a well-preserved medieval village with steep narrow streets, perched a rock 1,400 feet above the rest of the French Riviera. The mountain-top village dates back to the medieval years, with uneven stone streets, narrow passages, and low archways. It has a small stone archway as its entrance from Place du Centenaire , en een pleintje om de 100ste verjaardag van de volksraadpleging in 1860 te vieren.

    The village of Èze is known for its winding cobblestone streets, which are so narrow that they are impassable by car. Visitors to Èze must park their vehicles at the bottom of the hill and make the ascent on foot. As they climb higher and higher, they are treated to stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

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    At the top of the hill, visitors are greeted by the ruins of a medieval castle that was once used to defend the village from invaders. The castle has since been converted into a botanical garden, which is home to a vast array of exotic plants and flowers. The garden is a truly enchanting place, with hidden corners and winding paths that lead visitors on a journey of discovery.

    De ruïnes van een versterkt kasteel uit de 12e eeuw bekronen dit oude versterkte dorp. Van ver lijkt het op een adelaarsnest bovenop een smalle bergtop met uitzicht op de Middellandse Zee. Èze werd gevormd door de Romeinen, Moren en het Huis van Savoye. Het dorp werd om veiligheidsredenen op de top van de rots gebouwd, omdat het een strategische locatie was voor het opsporen van de altijd problematische piraten die het land keer op keer binnenvielen. De muren die in de twaalfde eeuw werden opgetrokken, werden in 1706 in opdracht van Lodewijk XIV afgebroken. Zoek naar de stenen plaquette tussen het bloembed, die de mensen herinnert aan de stemming om zich bij Frankrijk aan te sluiten.

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    The view from Chateau Eza

    Take a break from walking at the stunning Chateau Eza , a secluded 400-year-old property and former residence of a Swedish Prince, offers a one-star Michelin gourmet experience on their elegant terrace with stunning views of the coastline. For uber-gastronomic dining, the two-Michelin-star La Chevre d’Or is world-famous. Make sure to book in advance.

    Èze is also home to a number of artisan shops and galleries, where you can purchase locally made souvenirs and artwork. The village is particularly famous for its perfumeries, which have been producing fragrances for over 300 years.

    Èze’s Exotic Garden

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    Èze’s Exotic Garden (Jardin Exotiek) is gelegen op de top van Èze Village. Het is gemakkelijk te vinden: loop gewoon door het dorp naar boven. Vanuit deze tuin kunt u genieten van een panoramisch uitzicht op de Franse Rivièra. De Exotische Tuin kijkt uit over prachtige villa's versierd met heldere bougainvillea en is een oase van rust (als hij niet vol zit met toeristen natuurlijk), om nog maar te zwijgen van de droom van tuinders, vol met een veelheid aan cactussen, citrusbomen, tropische planten, vetplanten, en terracotta sculpturen.

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    De tuin heeft een uitgebreide collectie mediterrane planten, allemaal goed verzorgd en duidelijk gemarkeerd en uitgelegd voor de bezoekers. Het uitzicht overtreft echter de planten en is de belangrijkste reden waarom de meeste mensen hier komen. Terwijl Èze Village veel steile straatjes en veel trappen heeft, heeft de Exotische Tuin heel veel trappen en enkele steile paden. Als je benen het aankunnen is het bezoek zeker de moeite waard, want de uitzichten zijn magnifiek.

    Église Notre-Dame de l'Assomption

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    Deze kerk is een prachtig voorbeeld van barokke architectuur, met een klokkentoren van twee verdiepingen. De kleur is neoklassiek in oker. Het werd gebouwd in 1765. Een oud Egyptisch kruis gebouwd door Phocaean Grieken toont de wortels van de stad. Ze richtten een tempel op in het dorp gewijd aan Isis, een godin van het leven en de eeuwigheid, waar het dorp zijn naam aan ontleende. De kerk heeft 18 zonnen als versieringen die resoneren met heilige aanwezigheid.

    Perfumeries

    The history of perfume-making in Èze dates back to the 16th century, when the village became known for its production of aromatic plants and flowers. The unique micro-climate of the region, with its mild winters and sunny summers, provided the perfect growing conditions for a wide variety of fragrant plants, including lavender, jasmine, rose, and orange blossom.

    At the time, perfume-making was a craft that was practiced by local farmers and herbalists, who would distill the essential oils from the plants using traditional methods. These oils were then used to make perfumes, soaps, and other fragrant products. Over time, the perfume industry in Èze grew and became more specialized. In the 18th century, the town’s first perfumery was established by a local family, and by the end of the 19th century, Èze was home to several prominent perfume houses.

    Today, Èze is still home to some of the oldest perfume houses in the world, such as Galimard , Fragonard . Visitors to Èze can take a tour of one of the village’s perfumeries, where they can learn about the history of perfume-making in the region, as well as see how the essential oils are extracted and blended to create the final product. They can also purchase a bottle of perfume or other fragrant product to take home as a souvenir of their visit.

    Èze-sur-Mer

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    Èze-sur-Mer ('Èze aan zee') is een klein, verborgen kustgebied met een strand, een treinstation en een paar restaurants.

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    Toegang tot het strand is lastig. Er zijn drie toegangspunten: vanaf het treinstation van Èze of via een enigszins verborgen tunnel die vanaf het trottoir rechts van Agence Sud-Azur naar beneden leidt .

    Parkeren is mogelijk bij het treinstation (gratis, maar beperkt) of op Avenue de la Liberté voor € 1,20/uur.

    Een van de gebieden bekende bewoners is niemand minder dan de frontman van U2 Bono (lees over zijn woonplaats aan zee en waar hij rondhangt).

    The Nietzsche Path

    The path , which connects Èze-sur-Mer and Èze Village, got its name from the philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. It means “Nietzsche’s footpaths”. This narrow path up the side of the mountain, through the forest, is where he walked to contemplate and create.

    The Chemin de Nietzsche  in Èze is great if you want an easy but tiring uphill hike while you enjoy beautiful seaside views from above. The round-trip trek of the 427-meter-high former mule path will take about three hours, and at moments it is rocky and quite strenuous, though not for a reasonably fit person. But what really leaves you breathless is the emotional sweep that seems to carry and lift you, especially on the descent, when the coast reveals itself and leaps straight up from the limestone rock formations.

    Bekijk onze complete guide to the Nietzsche Path.

    Hoe te reizen naar Èze

    Whether you are staying in Monaco or Nice, Èze Village is a quick and easy town to reach — just make sure to wear sneakers. It is approximately 25 minutes from Nice and 18 minutes from Monaco.

    Per vliegtuig: Take a flight to the Nice airport which is only 30 minutes away from Èze by car.

    Met de bus: If you are in Nice, you can take the tram to the Vauban tram stop, then walk around the small parking lot and go through the archway to the bus station. It might not look like there is a bus station there, but if you continue walking, you will see it. Take buses #112 and #82 from Nice, which alternately leave approximately once an hour from the bus station on Monday-Saturday. Only #82 runs on holidays and Sundays.

    Tickets for the bus cost €1.50, and you can purchase them from the bus driver. Sit on the right side of the bus to get beautiful views of the sea as you ride the half hour to Èze. When you do get off at the bus stop, head to the right and up. It is a bit of a hike to the village. After you are finished exploring Èze, you can pick up bus #112 to continue to Monaco if you choose.

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    The train station in Eze-sur-Mer

    Met de auto: The main road to reach it is the Moyenne Corniche (one of the three roads) between Nice and Monaco. The village of Èze is not accessible by car. Visitors to Èze must park their vehicles at the bottom of the hill (if you can find a spot to park) and make the ascent on foot.

    By train: Trains run from Nice to Èze-sur-Mer, and the beach is only one minute away from the station. However if you want to visit the Village, you’ll need to take the Nietzsche Path , which is a hike, so you’ll need to wear sneakers. So, we recommend taking a bus to Èze Village, hike down to Èze-sur-Mer and catch the train wherever you want to head back.

    Videotours van Èze

    The village of Èze is a true gem of the Côte d’Azur region. With its stunning views, charming streets, and rich history, it is a place that should not be missed by anyone traveling to southern France.

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