Salernes
Salernes is between Entrecasteaux and Aups, in the Upper Var region.
It is in a picturesque setting in the valley of the Bresque river.
The town is best known for its tradition of tile making, especially for the trademark terracotta floor tiles of Provence - hexagonal tiles known as tomettes. The industry, dating back 200 years, is still active around the town today (you will see the smoke from the kilns in various places around the town).
The chateau at Salernes, now in ruins following a 17th century fire, dates from the 12th-13th centuries and the remains of the towers stand above the village, and offer good views across the rooftops.
Below you can explore the narrow streets of the medieval centre that grew up around the castle. In these streets note particularly the several fountains that dot the town, before stopping in one of the many cafes to be found along the central square, lined with plane trees.
The tower on the Church of Saint-Pierre is topped by one of Provences' trademark wrought iron campaniles.
Just below the village, explore along the pretty shady valley and little caves of Saint-Bartholomew - a good place for the children to run around exploring. Be sure to bring a picnic.
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Places to visit near Salernes, France
Explore places of interest within about 70 kilometres on a map at places near Salernes.
Some places to visit within 30 km: 
9 km: Aups (pretty town) 4 km: Entrecasteaux (castle and town) 18 km: Flayosc (traditional small town) 29 km: Les-Arcs (medieval old town) 15 km: Lorgues (traditional medieval town) 9 km: Tourtour (Most beautiful village)
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