Set into craggy limestone cliffs, Moustiers Sainte-Marie is a gorgeous Provençal destination for active explorers of all ages. Home to just 700 people, the town offers a small choice of charming accommodation options for families, couples and groups. Our pick of the best places to stay in Moustiers Sainte-Marie are based slightly out of town, ensuring the ideal balance between rural tranquility and proximity to myriad activities.
Amble around Moustiers' pedestrianised town centre to admire the ochre-painted façades of heritage buildings, popping into little boutiques, cafés and sun-drenched squares as you go. The Musée de la Faïence, detailing the history of the town’s famous tin-glazed pottery, is a highlight, as is the Romanesque Notre Dame de l’Assomption Church. Further up the hill, Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Beauvoir, a small hermitage, promises expansive views of the town and the Lake of Sainte-Croix beyond, as does the Ravin de Notre Dame waterfall. Don’t miss spotting the mysterious golden star twinkling above the village and delving into the legends which surround it.
Further attractions include the picturesque lavender fields of the Valensole Plateau, as well as the Gorges du Verdon — one of the largest river canyons in Europe. Challenge yourself to adrenaline-pumping climbs and hikes, or go mountain biking, horse riding, kayaking, paddle boarding and rafting. You can also sail or windsurf on the Lake of Sainte-Croix. The teams at the best places to stay in Moustiers Sainte-Marie can organise gliding and hot air balloon excursions, too!
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Moustiers Sainte Marie
A quirky and charming pink villa b&b in a picturesque rural setting. Rooms are elegant and simple with whitewashed walls, beams, terracotta tiled floors and terraces. There's a pretty garden, a large swimming pool with stunning views and vast collection of the owner's objets. A quaint Provence stay.
Moustiers Sainte Marie
A 17th-century bastide with magnificent cuisine under Alain Ducasse. Understated, elegant interiors kept simple and white with rustic natural touches. Lavender filled gardens surround a large swimming pool. Shady terraces ideal for sipping on a chilled glass of wine. Rural France at its finest.
