Lucéram

Lucéram

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownLucéram
Insee code06077
Postcode06440
Latitude43.8837460
Longitude7.3608970
AltitudeFrom 400 to 1567 meters
Surface65.52 km²
Population1256 inhabitants
Density19 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelsTouët-de-l'Escarène at 4 km
Chief townNice (at 27 km, 35 min)L'Escarène at 5.2 km
DepartmentAlpes-MaritimesCoaraze at 5.6 km
RegionProvence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION
  • 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.

SIGHTSEEING
  • 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.
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Lucéram
MonumentsChurch Sainte-Marguerite
Natural sitesMount l'Ablé,   Pass Saint-Roch,   Pass of the Porte

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • 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.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Guided hike in the Valley of WondersNature and the outdoorsFrom 30 € to 110 €Belvédère (14.9 km)
Canyoning or aqua-hikingSports sensationsFrom 40 € to 65 €Le Broc (17.5 km)
Sailing, windsurfing or kayakSports sensations13 €Cap-d'Ail (18.3 km)
Themed, educational or sports hikesNature and the outdoors200 €Saorge (19.2 km)
Hike in Mercantour and the Valley of WondersNature and the outdoorsFrom 135 € to 200 €Valdeblore (24 km)

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PHOTOS
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
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WEATHER
Wednesday 22 May
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Min. 8°C - Max. 20°C
Thursday 23 May
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Min. 6°C - Max. 21°C
Friday 24 May
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Min. 5°C - Max. 17°C
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CAMPSITES 
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