Biot Villas

Welcome to Biot, a picturesque popular hilltop medieval village 4km inland from the Mediterranean beaches between Antibes and Nice in the South of France

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Biot is built on a headland that is typical of this type of hill top village (Mougins, St Paul de Vence, Cagnes old town etc) and overlooks the sea. It is one of the art centres of the south of France.It is famous for its decorative pottery and glasswork.

Apart from its beautiful location, a major reason to visit Biot is for the potteries and glassworks (Verreries) and the Fernand Léger Museum (Musée Fernand Léger). The artist Fernand Léger made the village his home and both it and its people had a profound effect on his work.

Unlike some of the neighbouring hill top villages, Biot has not been spoilt by too many art shops, estate agents and expensive restaurants. It still retains much of its cobbled streets.It is located in the département of Alpes-Maritimes (06) and the région of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.

If you want to drive to the village there is plenty of car parking in the village, although this gets very full in July and August.

In the summer a Shuttle bus (Navette) is available and visitors from outside the area are encouraged to use the car parks outside the village and take the Shuttle in and out. You can walk to the village in approximately 6 minutes from one of the two Navette car parks.

There are many excellent restaurants cafes and bars there, each with their own character. Le Piccolo,  La Restaurant Hôtel des Arcades, La Pierre a Four  Restaurant le Migranier, Le Café de la Poste, Chez Odile, Café Brun, La Maison and Creperie du Vieux are amongst the selection.

Apart from the museums and other historical attractions, by the sea close to Biot SNCF station is Le Parc de la Mer - Marineland Europe’s largest Marine theme park is approximately 4 km away (althouch technically in Antibes). It was founded in 1970 by Roland de la Poype. It is currently owned by a Spanish group Parques Reunidos

• The Verrerie de Biot celebrates 50 years of business - 2006
• Places to see in Biot
• Self Catering holiday Rentals in Biot
• Local events and Information
• Warning Triangles - Reflective vests for drivers

Places to see in Biot (click on images to view pictures)

Start in the Place aux Arcades. Going back to the 13th and 14th centuries. On one side of the square is the Hôtel des Arcades is a family run hotel. It is a hotel and restaurant with downstairs art gallery.

Straight through the arch way and the church square- Place de L'Eglise. There are some twenty steps to go down when you open the door.

It was built on the remains of a Roman church, dating back to 1155 and was partially destroyed in 1378. It was rebuilt from 1470 and was completed in 1655.

From the church take a walk around the narrow cobbled streets of Le Vieux Village. Go to the Point de Vue Panoramique and look out down to the sea, Antibes and the light house at Cap d'Antibes

Le Musée d'Histoire et de Céramique Biotoises - It was opened to the public in 1981.It's purpose is to collect, preserve and present to the public of the heritage of Biot associated with Biot's 2000 year rich history. The museum is located on the old Saint Jacques Hospital.

Biot's history is traced through panels, photographs and objects. A typical Biotoise nineteenth century Kitchen has been restored as a result of the generosity of local people. More information Here The Museum is open every day except Monday and Tuesday.

place De Gaulle Located right in the centre of the "newer part" of the village. Relax here with a drink or a meal outdors from a choice of restaurants and Cafés.

La Maison, Café de la Poste and Le Piccolo

Musée Fernand Léger - The National Fernand Léger Museum: It is situated on the very spot where a few months before his death Fernand Léger made his plans to errect a big polychrome sculputures in ceramic. It was conceived by Madame Nadia Léger and Georges Bauquier. It only shows his work. Musée national Fernand Léger is located outside the main village at Chemin du Val de Pome 06410 Biot. It is open every day except Tuesday, 25 December, 1st January and 1st May. June 1 - October 31 from 10 am to 18 pm November 1st - April 30 from 10 am to 17 pm

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2006 The Verrerie de Biot celebrates 50 years of business

In addition to sixty retail outlets swelling their products in France, The Verrerie de Biot exports its creations ton Austria, Belgium, Canada, Japan, Sweden, Norway, Netherlands, Switzerland and the United States.

This is a very successful commercial venture with the specialized market of glass manufacture with bubbles in it and has become a major tourist attraction on the Côte d'Azur attracting over 700,000 visitors a year to the Verrerie and they have a turnover of four million euros.

Since 2000 Jean and Danièle Lechaczynski have passed on the running of the business to their children who continue with the successful management of this family enterprise and as Anne Lechaczynski says "they are manufacturing the traditional products with the style of the day but also adding an innovation and a permanent modernism"

To celebrate its fifty years, the Glassmaking of Biot launches a selection of glass products called The Riviera, in a contemporary design.The Verrerie de Biot has developed their own Internet site to sell the products on line

The Verrerie de Biot is located at Chemin des Combes - 06410 BIOT. It is very well signposted with distinctive purple signs.

Opening Hours:

Summer: Every day : de 9 H 30 à 20 H Sundays and Bank Holidays : 10 H - 13 H & 14 H 30 - 19 H 30

Winter: Every day: 9 H 30 - 18 H Sundays and Bank Holidays: 10 H 30 - 13 H & 14 H 30 - 18 H 30

Web Site in English - La Verrerie de Biot

In addition there are several other Verreries in Biot

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Local events and Information

Jazz à Juan - Juan-les-Pins Jazz Festival

Historic Monaco Grand Prix

Cannes Film Festival

Images of the South of France

Fact File Nice

Photos of Nice, Monaco, Menton * other areas in the South of France in the 1920s & 1960s

Places to visit in the South of France

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Self Catering Holiday Rentals in Biot

Biot: Sleeps up to 4: 2 bedrooms. 2 bathrooms Dishwasher Washing machine Satellite tv Air conditioning Shared pool Beach nearby Shops nearby Bars nearby. New and presented to the very highest standards, large, luxurious ground floor apartement. The residence is on a small charming domain with electric gates to the entrance. We have a secure parking area. The apartment is set in a Mediterranean garden, centred around a lovely pool with Roman style pool house.

The apartment consists of a master bedroomn with en-suite, a bright double bedroom with patio door to terrace and bathroom opposite. There is a new fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher, washer dryer, etc. The living room is spacious & bright with two sets of patio doors leading out to a very sunny 'L' shaped terrace, perfect for 'al fresco' dining. The garden gate gives direct access to the swimming pool. We are in the perfect location for exploring the Cote D'Azur, 2 minutes by car to Biot with it's many restaurants,10 minutes drive from the sun kissed beaches of Antibes, 15 minutes from Cannes and 15 minutes from Nice airport. Perfect for golf enthusiasts.CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

Biot: Sleeps 10: 5 bedrooms - 3 bathrooms. South facing property, 3 km from Biot & 1 km from Valbonne. Located close to the villages of Valbonne and Biot and within only a few KM of Grasse, Cannes, Nice, Antibes, Monaco and Italy.Terrace with barbecue. Large swimming pool with a walk-in shallow end Baby cots are also available.Large fitted kitchen with dishwasher and dining area. Nearest Airport NICE. Leisure Facilities Beaches at Juan-Les-Pins, Cannes and along coastline to Nice. An excellent selection of restaurants in Valbonne, Biot and surrounding areas CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

Biot: Sleeps 6: 3 bedrooms - 3 bathrooms - Private pool. Situated in an area known as 'Bois Fleuri', halfway between the villages of Biot and Valbonne, the property is in a private 'domain' with remote control operated gate. The area is very quiet. The house, which at a height of 300m, has a view of the Mediterranean in the distance. There is an L-shaped swimming pool and barbecue. CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

Biot: Sleeps up to 8: 4 bedrooms- 3 bathrooms- Private pool.4 Bedroom villa, with attractive garden & private pool.Situated in the prestigious and peaceful village of Biot and within comfortable walking distance of the village centre.Spacious fully fitted modern kitchen opens onto the breakfast terrace.The property has an attractive garden and swimming pool with a bar fridge and barbecue facilities.Large comfortably furnished living and dining area with a working fireplace and french windows overlooking the pool and terrace. CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

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Warning Triangles - Reflective vests

Carrying a warning triangle and also a reflective vesis compulsory in France now. When you rent a car (or drive your car to France) make sure that you are supplied (or take with you) with the appropriate safety equipment.

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