Puget‑Rostang is a commune in the Alpes‑Maritimes department in the Provence‑Alpes‑Côte d’Azur region of southeastern France. It is administratively part of the arrondissement of Nice and the canton of Vence. The commune is governed by a mayor and municipal council; the mayoral term runs from 2020 to 2026.
Geographically, Puget‑Rostang is situated in a mountainous area of the Alpes‑Maritimes, with elevations ranging from roughly 500 m to over 1,500 m above sea level. The total land area of the commune is approximately 31 km². The settlement is located near the Tinée River valley, a tributary of the Roya River, and is characterized by forested slopes, pastures, and scattered hamlets.
According to the most recent census data (2020), the population of Pulet‑Rostang numbered around 150 inhabitants, making it a sparsely populated rural community. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, forestry, and modest tourism, with visitors attracted to the region’s natural scenery and opportunities for hiking and outdoor recreation.
Cultural and historical points of interest include a 19th‑century parish church dedicated to Saint‑John the Baptist and traditional stone houses reflecting regional architectural styles. The commune participates in intercommunal cooperation through the Communauté de communes du Pays de Vence, which coordinates services and development initiatives among neighboring municipalities.
