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It is recommended to stay in the historic center to easily walk to perfume museums and ancient streets. As a City of Art and History, boutique hotels in the core area allow guests to immerse themselves in a rich cultural atmosphere.
Grasse, the sole subprefecture of the Alpes-Maritimes department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte-d'Azur region, stands as the world's capital of perfume. Recognized for its beauty, it has earned two flowers in the Concours des villes et villages fleuris and holds the title of Ville d'Art et d'Histoire (City of Art and History). For frequent-flyer hotel travelers, Grasse offers a unique blend of olfactory heritage and historical charm. Staying here provides access to a refined atmosphere distinct from the bustling coastal resorts nearby, making it an ideal base for those seeking cultural depth and aromatic tranquility on the French Riviera.
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It is recommended to stay in the historic center to easily walk to perfume museums and ancient streets. As a City of Art and History, boutique hotels in the core area allow guests to immerse themselves in a rich cultural atmosphere.
Grasse has no airport; travelers must arrive via Nice or Cannes. Major attractions are concentrated and walkable, making it ideal for leisurely strolls.
Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather for outdoor walks. With flowers in full bloom, these seasons complement Grasse's perfume theme perfectly, offering the best experience of this fragrant city.
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of his Provençal haven, Jacques Chibois – a leading proponent of "cuisine du soleil" – has updated all of the restaurant's key posts (head sommelier, chief account manager etc). A dynamic team working to create dishes that fête pell mell citrus fruits, herbs, olive oil and other delicacies of the region... A real treat.
WebsiteA large patio and a spacious, modern interior with an open-plan kitchen set the scene for spot-on, bistronomic cuisine, steeped in the aromas and flavours of Provence and the Mediterranean. Tartlet of rockfish and artichoke with sumac; dentex with parsnips and a lemon-cardamon sauce; chocolate opéra cake. A cheerful, friendly vibe with wines by the glass from a magnum bottle…
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