Moulin de Païou, Watermill and artisanal bakery in Opio, France
The Moulin de Païou operates as both a watermill and oil mill, producing fresh bread and olive oil using traditional mechanical methods.
The mill represents centuries of agricultural tradition in Provence, maintaining its original stone grinding mechanisms for processing wheat and olives.
Local residents regularly gather at the mill to purchase fresh bread and witness the traditional olive oil extraction process throughout the seasons.
Visitors can purchase artisanal breads, pastries, and locally produced olive oil directly from the mill's retail space during regular business hours.
The facility combines three distinct production methods under one roof: water-powered milling, olive oil extraction, and artisanal bread making.
Location: Opio
Address: 31 Rte de Cannes, 06650 Opio, France 06650 Opio
Phone: +33489357248
GPS coordinates: 43.65809,6.99714
Latest update: June 3, 2025 10:06
The French Riviera offers numerous sites beyond the main tourist routes. Medieval hilltop villages such as Èze and Saint-Paul de Vence perch above the coast, while historic fortifications like Fort Carré in Antibes preserve the region's maritime past. Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild on Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and Château Grimaldi in Cagnes-sur-Mer display architectural styles from different eras. The region extends from the coastline to the backcountry. The Îles de Lérins off Cannes are accessible by ferry, Col de la Bonette reaches 9,193 feet (2,802 meters) elevation, and Vallée des Merveilles in the Mercantour preserves prehistoric rock carvings. Hiking trails cross Parc national du Mercantour and follow the coast at Cap d'Ail. The Gorges du Verdon to the north form one of Europe's deepest canyons. Museums in Nice focus on Marc Chagall, Henri Matisse and Asian art. The Musée de la Mer on Île Sainte-Marguerite documents the island fortress's history. Smaller towns like Tourrettes-sur-Loup and Le Cannet lie a few miles from the coastal cities. Lac de Saint-Cassien near Montauroux provides water sports in a rural setting.
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