Montauroux has finally been included in Provence Beyond (da da, I hear you shreik). It is strange that Fayence, Seillans and even Callian have been included for donkey's years, but poor Montauroux has been allowed to wilt on the vine.
Still, of the above list, it ranks....last in my humble opinion. It has limited visitor appeal (i.e no inspiring/charming walks I am aware of), minimal class-act or "typical" restuarants we can recommend and our only trips there are to the Casino for provisions or to drive through it to the Leclerc.
Best things about Montauroux:
1) The plane trees on the way to Callian and the view of Callian as you leave the village
2) The view towards the Mediterranean from the village square
3) The cinema
4) The summer-only outdoor restaurant Le Jas de Soupie down in the valley (book to avoid disappointment).
Sorry, Montauroux (village fleuri), or am I too harsh?
The Jas de Soupier is open in the winter at weekends and has a cosy little dining room.
There are beautiful walks in the commune and a good set of guides can be had from the tourist office . This has been recently renovated as has the square itself. Very successfully in my opinion.
Posted by: Jean Powell | December 11, 2007 at 01:52 PM