Few places on the Cote d’Azur can so effectively conjure up the days of troubadours and penitents as Eze, one of France’s most evocative perched villages. A visit to Eze village is an obligatory stop on the Moyenne Corniche that winds its way from Nice to Monaco. Not only are there some world-class hotels in Eze and top-notch restaurants but the views over the coast are unforgettable. For total immersion in the medieval experience, visit Eze the 8th and 9th of May for the yearly Medieval Fair. Expect traditional music, dance, handicrafts and a vide-greniers or yard sale to pick up local souvenirs.

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