Lucéram

Lucéram

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Lucéram		L'Escarène at 6.7 km (8 min)
Insee code	06077		Touët-de-l'Escarène at 7.6 km (9 min)
Postcode	06440		Blausasc at 11.6 km (14 min)
Latitude	43.8837460		Berre-les-Alpes at 12 km (15 min)
Longitude	7.3608970		Contes at 15.7 km (19 min)
Altitude	From 400 to 1567 meters		Cantaron at 16.9 km (19 min)
Surface	65.52 km²		Peille at 19.1 km (28 min)
Population	1251 inhabitants		Lantosque at 22 km (27 min)
Density	18 inhabitants/km²		Châteauneuf-Villevieille at 22 km (26 min)
National label			Peillon at 23 km (27 min)
Chief town	Nice (at 27 km, 35 min)		Bendejun at 23 km (26 min)
Department	Alpes-Maritimes		Roquebillière at 27 km (32 min)
Region	Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur		Search another town

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• Lucéram, medieval village ...

• 25 km from Nice, the medieval village of Lucéram, perched on a rocky outcrop, carefully preserve the marks of its history and its rich history of culture. Village of step on the road salt, then becomes prosperous Lucéram (late 15th century). It was during this prosperous era that we have the frescoed chapels, altarpieces and some of the treasures that adorn the Baroque church, built on the site of a medieval castle.
• Tower and ramparts ... The tower "open throat", 15 meters high, can appear partially demolished but it is not. From the beginning it was built in the shape of a horseshoe, open to the village. If unfortunately the assailant is in him master, he could use against the site. The eastern part of the ramparts and some of the houses were destroyed in an avalanche.
• Streets and squares ... The maze of stepped alleyways winding through the heart of old Lucéram, gives this town a secret atmosphere, part of its charm. You have to admire the beautiful facades, old doors arched, mullioned windows, the curious passages and alleys. The "plot" is the focal point of the old city where all roads converge, it is the old medieval village square where the museum of the crib.

• Peïra-Cava, a balcony overlooking the Mercantour

• 14 km from Lucéram, on a beautiful winding road you reach the station Peïra-Cava. First parade ground for the military in 1870, the village then developed with hotels, villas and shops. Early this century it is already a brilliant summer resort and winter soon.
• Today is a pleasant resort that welcomes lovers in all seasons of calm and healthy forest walks, skiing and snowshoeing in winter, on foot, horseback or mountain bike. And if you love sensation, the park organizes an adventure ropes course for all in the forest.

• Lucéram is an authentic medieval village, with the tower "open throat", surrounded by ramparts, and the baroque church of Sainte-Marguerite. The latter has six altarpieces of the 15th century on the original nine: the largest, that of St. Margaret and that of St Peter and St Paul are attributed to Louis Brea, St. Anthony of Padua, painted by Jean Canavesio; Menthon St Bernard, the Pieta, St Joseph's death.
• Treasury of Saint Margaret's Church: The Treasure of religious goldsmith has over forty pieces classified. Piece of the treasure: "Saint Margaret issuant of the dragon". Remeber also a very valuable "Monstrance" silver gilt of the fifteenth. Moreover, the Pieta of the 16th century plaster of fabric is one of the most moving statues folk art.
• Painted by Jean Baleison Chapels, located in the mountains.
• Doors to the medieval city.
• Fountains and wash houses.
• Crafts: the baker's "Old Bakehouse" bake bread in wood-burning oven authentic remained closed for over 30 years.
• Museum of the Crèche: The founding members of the Association of Country House, all volunteers, have created a museum of the crib to the Plot, in the old village. From the humblest to the most sophisticated, more than 150 works are on display. You will discover, among others: the superb collection of Neapolitan nativity scene, nativity scenes in the world, the smallest presented in an authentic cabinet, the wall of "Cougourdons", the oldest nursery from 1948, the contemporary of figurines of all sizes and different materials: clay, of course, glass, porcelain, matches, wood, wool, fabric, clothes pegs, etc.. During the Circuit des Crèches, the museum is open daily. Outside this period, contact the Tourist Office.
• Museum of Old Tools and Local History: Located right next to the church in the old chapel of St. John, it houses an exhibition of old tools used in the village for various agricultural and domestic activities. Hundreds of instruments, tools, accessories are attractively presented and distributed according to their jobs. The museum is open all year, the demand to the Tourist Office at +33 4 93 79 46 50.
• Museum of the oil mill of the 17th century: A farm of Val del Prat, discovery of oil mill that worked there a short time following the extraction method known as Genoese. Visit the only mill in the afternoon, by appointment. Tasting and sale of olive oil and jams. Tel. : +33 4 93 79 54 66.
• Visits to Peïra-Cava:

• Peter Plate, viewpoint: At the entrance of Peïra-Cava, down the road, there is a huge flat rock, called "Stone Plate", overlooking the orientation table. It is accessible by a staircase of iron, pursued by a narrow path. From this overview, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the entire chain of the Southern Alps, and part of the coast.
• Coolers: These are the remains of an original activity, born in the 19th century, to meet the new needs created by the development of tourism, hotels and restaurants storing food and beverages. In the corners of the wettest forest and shade, were built of circular cavities deep, backfilled with dry stone where they thronged the snow that turned to ice naturally. She was then transported overnight to the Coast cities.
• Chapel of Our Lady of Snows: Our Lady of Peace or Our Lady of Lorry, this small chapel has three names. Although modest and rustic, it is no less touching in its history. It was inaugurated on July 2, 1903. An explanation is documented in the chapel.

• Family Fun - Nature activities:

• Adventure Peïra-Cava offering fun 6 circuits from tree to tree on a beautiful site and protected; 100 workshops and one of the biggest zip lines in France: 900 m. Information +33 6 22 32 34 61 or +33 4 93 91 36 25.
• Botanical Trail offers a walk accessible and open to all. From the parking lot of the park adventures, this trail is dotted with explanatory panels that help you learn to recognize the different species that grow in natural Peïra-Cava.
• Winter Sports: The followers of snowshoes or cross country skiing there are plenty of space to practice their sport, gentle terrain and offer children the delights of skiing sledding.

• Circuit nurseries: The Country House and Upper Lucéram Paillon, organizes since Christmas 1998, in collaboration with associations and residents of the town, a "circuit nurseries" in the village. The tradition is now well established. In December and early January, thousands of visitors walk the streets of the village and the station Peïra-Cava, from which to explore the nursery. Lucéram knows a rare excitement. Of all ages, all nationalities, and sometimes even from different faiths, nurseries are unity. They bring together the peoples. Visitors are delighted with their findings. An unforgettable spectacle offered to them. They roam the streets metamorphosed, adorned with a multitude of green branches and decorated with knots of colored balls Lucéram: red and gold, this in perfect harmony. From the smallest nut in half, with the largest measuring 10 meters long, more than 450 cribs are exhibited in the streets, basements, on fountains, under porches, in church, in turn, chapels, the bread oven, the Museum of the Nativity, the Museum of Old Tools, the Country House / Tourist Office, in the plot, in shops, etc..
• Other festivals and events:

• Bread Festival in June.
• Race walking Lucéram / Peïra Cava-early July.
• Feast of St. Margaret in July.
• Garage sales and the feast of Santa Rosalia in August.

Village of Lucéram - Panoramic View		Tour open at the throat and ramparts
Plot of Lucéram		Lucéram, overlooking the Baous
Lucéram Lane, medieval village		Place Barralis Adrian
Adrian Barralis Place		Church of Sainte-Marguerite Lucéram

Monday 4 June Day Night Min. 18°C - Max. 25°C

Tuesday 5 June Day Night Min. 17°C - Max. 24°C

Wednesday 6 June Day Night Min. 19°C - Max. 24°C

Restaurant Cassini Levens Located at the crossroads of the valleys: The Vésubie the Esteron, the Var, the Cians, the Tinée, at the entrance of the gorge village map Var marks the transition between two worlds:... Located 13.5 km from Lucéram From 25 € to 55 € per person

La Terrasse   10 La Turbie Since June 2004, La Terrace has been very ably run by French and Australian owners, Helen and Jacques Barraja. The restaurant can seat up to 70 people and offers panoramic views from... Located 15.7 km from Lucéram From 15 € to 30 € per person

Les Princes Èze The Hotel Les Terrasses d'Eze and its Restaurant Les Princes can welcome you all year round, for lunch and dinner. The location is absolutely unique with a splendid plunging view over... Located 16.8 km from Lucéram From 45 € to 55 € per person

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Chambres d'Hotes les Lys et Gite les Lys     9.3 Berre-les-Alpes 3 rooms of hosts in a beautiful detached house on a closed ground of 3500 m with 600 m of altitude surrounded by Mountains calms absolute. Between Sea and Mountain we are located at... Located 6.1 km from Lucéram 62 € the double room

La Parare   Châteauneuf-Villevieille Guest house La Parare, a stone farmhouse from the 17th century, vaults, terraces and heated swimming pool with jet stream. Sauna and possibility to have a massage. Beautiful scenery... Located 9.8 km from Lucéram From 130 € to 160 € the double room

La Lidicast     9.4 Le Broc Furnished studio tourism. For 2 people. You can spend a night or a few days in any Independence. Located in the ground floor of the main dwelling, it is equipped with a bedroom, a kitchen,... Located 17.6 km from Lucéram From 60 € to 80 € the double room

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La Roche d'Argent   9.6 Berre-les-Alpes For nature lovers: Cottage located on the ground floor of a villa designed to accommodate 3 to 4 people. South-southwest direction with garden (olive-chestnut) of 4000 m ² and various... Located 5.9 km from Lucéram From 390 € to 490 € per week

Gite les Mimosas Berre-les-Alpes Gite les Mimosas (3 ears) in a beautiful detached house of 120 m² in a centenary olive grove on a closed ground of 3500 m with 600 m of altitude surrounded by Mountains calms absolute... Located 6.2 km from Lucéram From 695 € to 1350 € per week

La Lufrerie Sospel Great charming house in the middle of an olive grove, facing the forest, the gateway to the Mercantour. Very quiet, ideal for long walks, 20 km from the sea (Menton) and Italy. It features... Located 7.1 km from Lucéram From 550 € to 750 € per week

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Camping a la ferme st joseph     8.4   SPECIAL OFFER Saint-Martin-Vésubie In the center of the National Park of Mercantour, situated at 1000 m of altitude, only 60 km from the Mediterranean Sea, lies this lovely orchard transformed into a camping area, nestled... Located 22 km from Lucéram From 16.20 € to 16.70 € per day

Les Cent Chênes   Saint-Jeannet Smart campsite(camping) of the coast(rib) of azure. You come get fresh ideas in a campsite(camping) quiet and full of charm in 15 minutes of beaches(ranges), it is the ideal place for... Located 22 km from Lucéram From 17 € to 28 € per day

Camping caravaning saint paul   Saint-Paul-de-Vence caravaningsaintpaul.fr. caravaningstpaul@aol.com. At the foot of the medieval village world famous for its artists, its museums and galleries, a large green park and a valley ensoleillée.... Located 30 km from Lucéram From 17 € to 20 € per day

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Gite Le Stéric     8.7 Sospel Set in the heart of the Bévera Valley, these apartments are located in the centre of the small village of Sospel. You can go hiking in the surrounding countryside or drive the 15 km... Located 4.7 km from Lucéram Room from 59 €

Les Tchitchou'S Night     8 Contes Set 16 km east of Nice, this hotel offers several outdoor lounges and free Wi-Fi access. You can relax in the lounge or in the garden. The rooms at Les Tchitchou'S Night are decorated... Located 9 km from Lucéram Room from 60 €

Les Cypres     8.6 Contes Le Cypres guesthouse sits at the foot of the village of Contes within easy reach of the French Riviera. It offers free parking and Wi-Fi. The guesthouse offers 3 guestrooms decorated... Located 9.3 km from Lucéram Room from 85 €

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