Saint-Antonin: Hotels and accommodation
Accommodation in Saint-Antonin
Saint-Antonin lies at an altitude of 800 metres on a rocky ridge. At the same time, the village is situated in a valley basin formed from eroded schist and offers beautiful panoramic views.
History and village character
The first written mention of Saint-Antonin dates back to 1091 and refers to a church of the same name. A fortified settlement called Saint-Antonin is mentioned in the first half of the 13th century. A village was built next to this fortified settlement; it fell into decline towards the end of the Middle Ages, and Saint-Antonin was declared uninhabited in 1438. The village character also includes a very well-preserved washhouse.
In the “Villes et villages étoilés” competition, Saint-Antonin was listed among the municipalities awarded one star in 2025.
If you would like to find accommodation in Saint-Antonin, you can plan your stay specifically around this village.
Hiking and cycling
Saint-Antonin is the starting point for numerous hiking trails, with routes for beginners as well as experienced hikers. A cycling route also passes through the village: the Boucle d’Azur “Entre Var et Estéron” connects Puget-Théniers, La Penne and Saint-Antonin.
Local area and surroundings
In Saint-Antonin, visitors can visit local producers directly at their farms or at the many local markets. At Serre Lions, farmhouse cheese and yoghurt made from cow’s milk are available. The surroundings of Saint-Antonin also feature a medieval castle with a keep.
More village pages: Breil-Sur-Roya, Roquebillière, Sallagriffon, Péone, Moulinet, Saint-Martin-Vésubie, Marie, Saint-Dalmas-Le-Selvage.
To the main travel overview: Alpes-Maritimes.
