LA COLLE-SUR-LOUP

Destination Art de Vivre

The village of La Colle-sur-Loup

La Colle-sur-Loup is known for its rich cultural and natural heritage, as well as for its many tourist activities.
Discover historic sites such as the Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur church and the Tour de l'Horloge.
Enjoy the region's natural beauty with a stroll in the Parc des Cèdres, or a swim in the nearby Mediterranean.
Food lovers will also be delighted to discover the many restaurants offering tasty local cuisine.

An authentic Provencal village!

Ideally situated between sea and mountains, La Colle-sur-Loup is typical of the Provence of yesteryear.
At the gateway to the Gorges du Loup, the starting point for many hiking and water sports activities, the commune offers wild, unspoilt landscapes.
Formerly the capital of the perfume rose, this village welcomes you to its peaceful, authentic lifestyle and outdoor activities.
Take a stroll through the streets and alleys of the village center, and discover squares, plazas and facades that bear witness to Provencal architecture.

Historical sites in La Colle-sur-Loup

Church of Saint James the Greater

Visit this masterpiece located in the old town.
The church was built by the Jesuits in a baroque style, you can admire its beautiful decorative elements and religious ornaments.

The Clock Tower

This medieval stone tower, dating from the 14th century, is located in the heart of the village and offers a panoramic view of the surroundings.

It was built to serve as a watchtower and defense during the conflicts that marked the history of the region. The tower is topped by a clock that was installed in the early 20th century and was recently restored.

By visiting the Clock Tower, discover the history of the town through a permanent exhibition at the top of the tower.

Events not to be missed

"Around the rose" a day of change and festivity!

All day long, stroll through the village streets, where nurserymen, exhibitors and craftsmen specializing in roses, as well as musical groups, await you.
A festive, colorful day paying tribute to the village's horticultural past. Not to be missed!

"THE WALL " A sporting event as popular as it is convivial

From the Provençal village to the forest, you will have to climb the Avencq hill known as "THE WALL", a category hill, used by the Paris-Nice riders, at an average of 9% for nearly 2 km...

" So Jazz festival " Music sharing and friendship

In the heart of the village, La Colle-sur-Loup offers you unique jazz music concerts that will take you away three times a week from the end of July to the end of August .

For the pleasure of the senses

With more than 25 top-quality restaurants, La Colle-sur-Loup invites you to relax and indulge in the finest French cuisine.

Inspired by the gentle pace of life in La Colle, the Llorca brothers set up their main restaurant, Restaurant Alain Llorca*, in the idyllic setting of the village hills. The restaurant has been awarded a Michelin star.

Colloise gastronomy is also Stéphane Garcia's "Atelier des saveurs" and many others who form the mesh of an art of eating well à la colloise.

From traditional brasseries to Michelin-starred gourmet restaurants and authentic family eateries, the palette of Provencal flavors is revealed with refinement to satisfy all gourmets.

Cedar Park

The Parc des Cèdres is a place of relaxation and nature. This park of La Colle-sur-Loup, covering 7 hectares, is famous for its magnificent cedar trees, which were planted in the 19th century and which give the park its name.

Enjoy its shaded walkways, fountains and pools, picnic areas and benches for rest.
Admire a wide variety of plants and shrubs, as well as sculptures by local artists that adorn the park's green spaces.

Children can enjoy the playgrounds, while sports enthusiasts can try their hand at the petanque court or the ping-pong table.