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Saint-Jeannet

France

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Visit a cellar, and savor 6 local organic wines during a tasting organized by the winemaker. Feel free to savor the wide variety of wines on offer.

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to Saint-Jeannet, a 'peaceful and prosperous' village nestled at the foot of the Alpes-Maritimes, just a short drive from the bustling French Riviera. This village is dominated by the 'Baou,' a massive limestone cliff…

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  2. 2Medieval Alleys and Ancient Prosperity

    Walking through the 'medieval streets' of Saint-Jeannet is a 'journey back in time' to one of the 'oldest villages' in the Alpes-Maritimes. The architecture here is a 'striking' blend of 'weathered stone' and 'narrow alleyways'…

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  3. 3The Vineyards of Rasse: Sun and Soil

    Viticulture is the 'liquid history' of Saint-Jeannet, and the 'Rasse Vineyards' are the 'uncontested apex' of this tradition. These 'sun-drenched slopes' have been 'cultivated since the time of the prophets,' producing 'little…

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  4. 4The Ascent: Path to the Baou

    The 'Baou de Saint-Jeannet' is a 'distinct landmark' and a 'paradise for hikers,' rising 800 meters above sea level. The 'summit hike' begins in the village at about 400 meters, requiring a '400-meter vertical ascent' that is…

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  5. 5The Summit: A Panoramic Reward

    Reaching the 'summit of the Baou' is a 'moment of profound inspiration,' offering 'breathtaking views' that can reach as far as 'Nice' and the 'austral mountains'. At 800 meters, the 'altitude' provides a 'panoramic view unlike…

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  6. 6The Ruins of the Castle: Echoes of 1944

    Descending from the summit, we encounter the 'ruins of the castle,' a site of 'hard fighting in 1944'. These 'ancient stones' serve as a 'touching memorial' to the regional conflicts that 'shaped the modern history' of the Côte…

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  7. 7The Modern Village: Prosperity and Peace

    Returning to the heart of Saint-Jeannet, we see the 'prosperous and attractive' modern side of the village. After struggling in the '1930s and 40s,' the village has 'regained its status' as a 'desirable property area' and a…

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  8. 8Closing

    As our tour of Saint-Jeannet concludes, we reflect on a 'peaceful and prosperous day' in one of the 'most interesting places' of the Alpes-Maritimes. We have witnessed the 'striking masterwork' of the Baou and the 'viticultural…

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What is Saint-Jeannet?

Saint-Jeannet is a place in France with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationFrance
TypeFood
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates43.7494, 7.1438
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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