The Provencal village of Villeneuve-Loubet is a mere three kilometers inland but a complete contrast to the commercial coast. It is the birthplace of France's greatest chef Escoffier and the house where he was born is now a museum to gastronomy.
Founded in the 13th century the church overlooks steep streets and fabulous buildings. Sensible shoes recommended, the cobbled streets are steep.
There is a medieval castle which Francis l visited in the 16th century and who ruled France from here for three weeks.
Along the River Loup are picnic areas. On the route de Grasse (RD 2085) you will find fun for the kids from two years old as well as for the parents. Adventure is to be found in the Canyon Forest with 160 tree top challenges of monkey bridges, rope swings and rock climbing and, if that is not enough, there is a four kilometer maze. Plus you will find Le Bois de lutins and Pitchoun Forest. see their websites: www.lelabyrinthedelaventure.com www.leboisdeslutins.com www.canyonforest.com
Friends with small children highly reccommend this
Also lots of walks in the area - ask at the tourist office.
Visit its excellent website
http://www.ot-villeneuveloubet.org/index.php?id=56