VALBONNE

Valbonne has 13 486 hab. (2019). Valbonne means “The good valley” in Provencal. The historical village is famous for its markets and craftwork. The technology park of Sophia Antipolis is partly located in Valbonne. It takes about 40 minutes by car from Nice, but it’s also possible to take the bus.

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Local Market

Every Friday morning there is a market selling local products such as fruits and vegetables, as well as stands with clothing or jewelry. Every first Sunday of the month there is an Antique and flea market at Place des Arcades and the streets around. 

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Café des Arcades

10 Place des Arcades, Valbonne

This restaurant is situated at the main square in the old center of Valbonne. They serve a nice lunch and have a big terrasse. They offer today’s special, a big salad e.g with warm goat cheese or pizza. It’s always very busy.

I like – the terrasse is always in the sun



Home decoration shops

Along the narrow streets in the village you can discover many artists and shops selling home decoration and antiques every day. 

St. Donat

270 Route de Cannes, Grasse

Situated between Cannes and Grasse and about 40 min. drive from the centre of Nice. Nice diversified landscape. Holes 11 to 15 are going up and down and are rather challenging. It is well maintained even during tough weather conditions. It’s a busy course so count on close to 4h30 to make the 18 holes. The restaurant has a sunny and nice terrasse with a view over hole 9 and 10 and the lake.

Greenfee 72 euros if booking online (85 euros full price).

Ambiance and service – nice 
Quality and maintenance – very nice
Price/quality -nice
Nice to play – nice

I like – the cute little palm tree indicating the 135 metres to the green.

Web site St. Donat

Golf St. Donat