Rigaud


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Rigaud
Pop.: 165 h
Surface Area : 3.250 ha
Alt.: 753 m

Alpes Maritimes Department.

From Nice, take the RN 202, in the direction of Digne then the D28 on the right after Touët sur Var.

Rigaud is a small hill top village looking over the Cians gorge. In ancient times (1247), (it was the headquarters of the former knights and the most important in the area. The former château is now in ruins.

In the village itself, let yourself be led by the small flower lined, paved streets, discover the vaulted passageways, medieval houses as well as a beautiful series of ancient doorways with with sculptured lintels from different epochs.

Historic places to visit :

Church and ancient Chapels. Medieval houses. Dina Plateau.

Leisure Activities :

Walking & Hiking. Childrens' play area.

Accommodation :

Village House. 6 Gîtes. 1 Restaurant.

Neighbouring villages :

Lieuche (8km), Touët sur Var (10km), Pierlas (11km).