🏛️ Moustiers-Sainte-Marie
Medieval faience village in the Verdon Gorge, southeastern France
📌 Fast Facts
- Located in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, between two cliffs overlooking the Verdon Gorge
- Classified as one of France's "Plus Beaux Villages" (Most Beautiful Villages)
- Known for centuries-old faience (glazed earthenware) production tradition
- Home to the Etoile de Moustiers, a golden star suspended between two cliffs since the 17th century
Moustiers-Sainte-Marie is a medieval village perched on a rocky outcrop in the Verdon Regional Natural Park of southeastern France. Founded in the 5th century as a monastic settlement, the village has evolved into a centre for traditional faience craftsmanship while maintaining its architectural integrity and dramatic natural setting. Its position between two cliff faces, with the Verdon Gorge forming a stunning backdrop, has made it one of France's most photographed villages ...