Saint-Cézaire-sur-Siagne, Medieval commune in Alpes-Maritimes, France.
Saint-Cézaire-sur-Siagne sits 475 meters high on limestone cliffs above the Siagne River with views across forested valleys and distant mountains. The settlement features a church center, medieval houses, and a castle converted to a town hall with preserved fortification walls.
The settlement dates to Neolithic times and later became a monastic center under Lérins Abbey monks who developed agriculture from the 9th century onward. These early foundations shaped the place's appearance and structure that remains visible today.
The 1720 church defines the town center with its classical style, while medieval houses surround it through narrow lanes with local character. Neighbors gather regularly at the weekly market to exchange vegetables and handmade goods.
The weekly Saturday market brings local producers and artisans near the main square where visitors find cafes, shops, and essential services. The ground-level paths are easy to walk, though the narrow lanes require some attention when navigating.
Limestone caves beneath the village were discovered in 1890 by farmer Léon Dozol and contain formations such as the Salle des Draperies. These underground spaces with their natural stone shapes are open to visitors and show a completely different side of the place.
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