Perfume house Galimard - Grasse

At Galimard perfume House you can take a tour and a perfume course as well. Galimard is outside the Centre of Grasse and is easily accessible by car.

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Parfumhuis Fragonard - Grasse

In this perfume house you can get a tour explaining in English and French how to make perfume. Of course, you can also buy the perfume and soap of this perfume house. In addition, they also have plenty of other nice presents!

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Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

A visit to this beautiful villa is truly a must if you are near Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. The pink villa was built in 1905 by Barones De Rothschild. The villa, the interior of the villa and the gardens with many fountains and palm trees are breathtak...

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Fort-Carré - Antibes

Fort-Carré - Antibes

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From this fortress built in the 16th century, you have a great view of the Mediterranean. During the French Revolution, Napoleon captured a short period of time in this fortress. You can visit the fort for a small fee, there is a guide who speaks ...

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Moulin à huile Nicolas Alziari - Nice

The only working mill in Nice where you can see how olive oil is made. Opening hours: from 9h00 to 12h30 and from 14h00 to 18h00, closed at weekends.

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Cathedrale St. Nicolas - Nice

This Russian church in Nice is the second oldest Russian orthodox church in Western Europe. The church was built in 1912 and is perhaps also the largest Russian orthodox building outside of Russia. Inside as breathtakingly beautiful as the outside...

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Le palais Lascaris - Nice

This palace is one of the largest and most luxurious buildings in the region. The palace was built in baroque style in the 17th century for the noble Lascaris-Ventimiglia cousins. It has a large collection (500 pieces) of old instruments. The muse...

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Confiserie Florian - Nice

Confiserie Florian in Vieux Nice is open every day of the year from 9 am to 12 pm and from 2 pm to 6:30 pm. You will get a free tour where you can see how to make candy, chocolates and / or jam of flowers and fruit. After the tour you (of course) ...

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Villa / musée Grecque Kerylos

A villa built in the early 1900s by the French archaeologist Theodore Reinach and his wife Fanny Kann, a daughter of the Ephrussi family. This family later built villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in Cap Ferrat. Villa Kerylos is characterized by mosaic ...

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Fort Royal - Île Sainte-Marguerite

This fort has been used long as a state prison. In 1687, "the man with the iron mask" should have been captured here. The identity of this legend was never obsolete. The fort houses the Musée de la Mer. During the high season, both the fort and th...

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Cathredral Notre-Dame

This small but beautiful Cathedral is located next to the Picasso museum. Worth a visit before or after visiting the Picasso museum. Also nice to cool of during a walk in the old Antibes!

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Le nomade au Bastion St-Jaume

This permanent work of art was installed by artist Jaume Plensa in 2010. The nomad, made of countless white letters, overlooks the Mediterranean Sea near the port of Antibes. A nice place to go with kids; they will be happy to climb in this constr...

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Moulins de Paillas

Moulins de Paillas

Sightseeing

On top of a hill of 325m high, you'll find the moulins of Paillas. You can go there either on foot or by car. If you want to drive by car, drive through the center of Ramatuelle, take Rue de la Mairie and follow direction Gasssin. This road takes ...

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Château des Entrecasteaux

Probably the most beautiful castle in the Var! This castle from the 11th century was fully restored in the 17th century. Architect le Notre, who also designed the gardens of Versailles, also designed the garden for this castle. The castle is priva...

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Tour de l'Horloge

Tour de l'Horloge

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If you are in Draguignan, do not forget to visit the Tour de l'Horloge! This tower offers you a beautiful view over Draguignan and the surrounding Provencal landscape after you have completely climbed it. The tower was built in 1662 and was a symb...

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Moulin à  huile de Foncabrette

In the heart of the VAR department, between Flayosc and Draguignan, this mill is still in operation. They specialize in the production and sale of (extra-quartz) olive oil. The mill has been served since 1936, from father to son, by the Rovera fa...

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Le Dolmen de la Pierre de la Fée

These dolmen are the biggest hunebed of the Provence. It consists of three vertical plates of 2.20-2.40 meters, which support a vertical plate of about one meter length. The weight is about 60 tonnes.

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Le Thoronet abbey

Le Thoronet abbey

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This abbey is located 4 kilometers from the village of Le Thoronet and 22 kilometers from Draguignan. The abbey was founded in 1146 by monks of the Notre-Dame-de-Florièges Monastery, which was near Tourtour. The abbey with adjacent cloister is con...

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La route des Crêtes

La route des Crêtes

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The route des Crêtes is located on the cliffs of Cap Canaille and connects Cassis with La Ciotat. It is an impressive road along the cliffs of Soubeyrannes. There are several options for parking to walk across the cliffs and enjoy the breathtaking...

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Saint Nicholas Cathedral

In this cathedral, built in the period 1875 - 1911, Prince Rainier Princess Gracia was married. Like many other Grimaldi's, they have now found their last resting place here.

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Casino Monte Carlo

Casino Monte Carlo

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The world famous casino for the rich and the famous! The building in neo baroque style is beautiful both inside and outside. The casino is surrounded by gardens and from the terrace you have a view to Italy. Also fun for car lovers because of the ...

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Basilique Saint Michel

It's a whole climb to this basilica, but it's really worth it! From the square to the church you have a beautiful view over Menton. The 16th century baroque church is the most beautiful in the area. If you walk further up you can reach a cemetery ...

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Cimetière du vieux Château

Not something you think about during your vacation, but worth it, this the Menton cemetery. The cemetery is even higher than the Basilique of Menton. The view you have over the city, the sea and coast of Italy at Cap Martin is breathtaking. The gr...

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Rue Longue

Rue Longue

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A not to be missed street if you are in Menton. Rue Longue, the oldest street of Menton, is the backbone of the city and was built around 1250. The whole center is built around this 270 meter long street. Here you experience the old Menton! Colorf...

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Promenade

Promenade

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The Promenade La Croisette is one of the famous boulevards in the world with beautiful flowers and palm trees. Follow the promenade and walk along the Palais des Festivals and the luxury boutiques of fashion designers towards the famous Carlton Ho...

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Cathedral Saint Sauveur

The Saint Sauveur Cathedral is a Roman Catholic Cathedral. The Cathedral has characteristics of both Romanesque and Gothic styles, due to the various alterations through the years. Like many cathedrals it's also quite dark and gloomy, but definite...

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Pavillon de Vendôme

Pavillon de Vendôme

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Pavillon de Vendôme is a former hotel (17th century). You can find many portraits of the seventeenth and eighteenth century as well as Provencal furniture. Since 1990, there are also exhibitions of modern and contemporary art. There is a beautiful...

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Caumont Centre d'Art

Caumont Centre d'Art

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On May 6th, 2015, Caumont Centre d'Art opened its doors: a new fully restored art centre located in the former Hôtel de Caumont. Enjoy the various exhibitions. There is a restaurant/café with a beautiful garden where you can sit down in peace, so...

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Bastide du Jas de Bouffan

This bastide was purchased in 1859 by the father of Paul Cézanne. The bastide remained in the family until 1899. During those 40 years, Paul Cézanne has been greatly inspired for his paintings. In the bastide, he painted his first major work: dire...

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Place d'Albertas

Place d'Albertas

Sightseeing

This 18th-century square has so much charm! Surrounded by elegant Baroque and rococo buildings, the square was built in 1745 and designed in the style of the Royal squares in Paris for the Marquis d'Albertas. The square features a simple fountain ...

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Cours Mirabeau

Cours Mirabeau

Sightseeing

This is the famous main street of Aix and one of the liveliest streets of the city. Surrounded by old plane trees the Cours Mirabeau is the heart of the city, with many cafés, restaurants and boutiques. This bustling boulevard is the perfect place...

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La Colline du Château

For the best views of Nice and surroundings go to La Colline du Château! After you have taken the stairs (over 200 steps) you have a spectacular view of the old city of Nice, the harbour, the promenade des Anglais and Baie des Anges. You can take ...

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Le Château de La Napoule

Located west of Cannes. The chateau is open daily and is also used for exhibitions. In 1918 it was purchased by the couple Henry and Marie by Clews (sculptor and architect). They have restored the castle in a strongly influenced by the art nouveau...

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Château d'If

Château d'If

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The Château d'If is a fortress (later a prison) located on the island of If, the smallest island in the Mediterranean Sea about 1.5 kilometres offshore in the Bay of Marseille. It's open for public and it can be reached by navette (Frioul If Expre...

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Cathédrale de la Major

This Cathedral was built in the period from 1852 to 1896 and located in an area where already since the 5th century churches were built. The first stone was laid by Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte. The remnants of the old churches in Vieille Major are st...

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Le Colorado Provençal

Le Colorado Provençal

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You will never forget a walk in Le Colorado Provençal! In this beautiful area you can enjoy walks in pine forests with countless bright yellow and sometimes vermilion red rocks, a beautiful colour contrast! This unique and protected area created b...

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Ôkhra, Conservatoire des Ocres

If you're interested in the industrial history of ochre and the change of the landscape of Roussillon, we recommend you to visit Ôkhra. This 'conservatoire' is located in the former ochre factory and is an interesting museum for young and old!

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By boat to Saint Tropez!

By boat to Saint Tropez!

Sightseeing Kids

Saint-Tropez is an absolute must during a holiday at the Côte d'Azur. You can go by car, but in high season we advise you to go by boat. You can park your car at the port Port Grimaud in Sainte-Maxime and from there you take the ferry to Saint-Tro...

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Lourmarin summer music festival

Lourmarin summer music festival

Events Sightseeing

Enjoy an evening of music at the Château de Lourmarin and take the opportunity to visit the village, listed as one of the most beautiful in France. This festival is held in the relative intimacy of the château, and also outside on the terraces wit...

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Île Saint-Honorat

Île Saint-Honorat

Sightseeing

Looking for true peace? On the island of Île Saint-Honorat for Cannes you only hear the sea and the wind (and maybe the seagulls). Since the 5th century, the island has a monk community, visiting the beautiful Lérins abbey is very worthwhile. Acce...

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Palais des Papes

Palais des Papes

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The Palais des Papes in Avignon is now one of France's most visited attractions. The palace in the center of Avignon was built between 1309 and 1377 to accommodate the popes and is beautiful to see.

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Le Pont D'Avignon

Le Pont D'Avignon

Sightseeing Kids

Of course we all know the song "Sur Le Pont D'Avignon". Today only half a bridge has been preserved, but the view from the famous medieval bridge on Avignon is still as beautiful. You can see the bridge with an audio tour. The entrance tickets are...

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Perfume house Galimard - Eze

Perfume house Galimard - Eze

Kids Sightseeing

At Galimard perfume House you can take a tour or join a workshop 7 days a week. Galimard is outside the Centre of Grasse and is easily accessible by car.

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Musée de l'Annonciade

Musée de l'Annonciade

Kids Sightseeing

This 16th century chapel offers an impressive collection of 20th-century greets such as Bonnard, Dufy, Seurat, Utrillo, Vuillard and Matisse.

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Musée Picasso

Musée Picasso

Kids Sightseeing

This museum is located in the castle where Pablo Picaso lived in 1946. He donated a number of works to the museum, such as his paintings The Goat and La Joie de Vivre. In 1990 Jacqueline Picasso donated many works of Picasso to the museum.

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Fondation Maeght

Fondation Maeght

Kids Sightseeing

Fondation Maeght is an exceptional place where you can see one of the largest collections of modern art of the 20th century. Paintings, statues, drawings and graphics of, among others, Bonnard, Braque, Calder, Chagall, Chillida, Giacometti, Léger,...

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Musée National Marc Chagall

Musée National Marc Chagall

Kids Sightseeing

This museum in Nice houses Marc Chagall's largest public collection of works.

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Musee des Beaux–Arts

Musee des Beaux–Arts

Kids Sightseeing

This museum contains a large collection of 'Belle Époque' paintings and modern works including Sisley, Braque, Degas and Monet paintings. There is also a collection of Picasso ceramics.

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Musée de la Castre - Cannes

Musée de la Castre - Cannes

Kids Sightseeing

This museum shows archaeological finds from the Mediterranean region. It also has a beautiful collection of musical instruments from almost the whole world.

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Villa / musée Masséna - Nice

This museum is housed in an aristocratic villa dating back to 1898. The villa itself is already a reason to visit the museum! In the museum you will find religious wall paintings, classical paintings, sculptures and antique furniture. The museum h...

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Musée Matisse - Nice

Musée Matisse - Nice

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This museum and former residence of Matisse offers a collection of paintings, sculptures, preparatory sketches, personal possessions and publications of Henri Matisse. The museum is located in a beautiful park. Free entrance, closed on Tuesdays. O...

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Musée d'Art Jakovsky - Nice

This museum of naive art is housed in Château Saint Hélène, the former residence of perfume François Coty. The museum is located in a large park. You will find paintings, sculptures and drawings of painters like Henri Rousseau and Grandma Moses. T...

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Musée de la Mer

Musée de la Mer

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This museum is located in the old Fort Royal, which can be visited during the high season daily. The prisons are on the ground floor of the fortress. Here the mysterious man has been caught with the iron mask. The first floor tells you more about ...

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Le Musée du Phonographe

A (small) museum in a beautiful setting (Parc de St. Donat) 10 kilometers north of Sainte-Maxime. More than three hundred musical instruments and other devices that produce music are on display in this museum.

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Musée d’Art et d’Histoire de Provence

One of the most beautiful eighteenth century mansions of Grasse, the former Marquise de Clapiers Cabris hotel, now houses this museum. The museum is decorated with furniture, ceramics, paintings, pastels of the past and invokes the atmosphere of t...

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Musée Naval de la Citadelle

Musée Naval de la Citadelle

Kids Sightseeing

From this 17th century citadel you have a beautiful view of the bay of Saint Tropez; just because of this the Citadel is already worth a visit! The citadel houses the Musee Naval de la Citadelle. Some impressive guns are located on the site of the...

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Le musée Fernand Léger

Museum with a large number of paintings (about 450) made by Fernand Léger in the period 1905-1955. You see his style changing from cubism at the beginning of 1900 to the "monde objet" around 1920. His work becomes more human in the 30s and after h...

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Musée Renoir

Musée Renoir

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Maybe not really a museum because it doesn't have a lot of work from him. Still, it's worth a visit, just to see where Renoir spent the last 12 years of his life. The house 'Les Collettes' is located in an idyllic setting and has a beautiful garde...

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Musée Escoffier de l'Art Culinaire

A jewel in the history of French gastronomy, this recently restored birthhouse of Auguste Escoffier. It is a small museum devoted to the love of French cuisine and especially to one of its founders, Escoffier (inventor of the Peche Melba). A nice ...

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Musée d'Archeologie

This museum is located in Bastion Saint-André. You can discover interesting Greek and Roman treasures from former times. This includes utensils, amphorae and Roman anchors, excavated from earlier settlements or turned up out of the sea.

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Musée Naval et Napoleonien

This museum is set in a beautiful park and houses a collection of ship models, paintings and maritime objects as well as personal memories of Napoleon and his family. Do not forget the panoramic view of the Cap d'Antibes from the large terrace!

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Musée Océanographique

This museum, located in a beautiful building, has a beautiful collection of saltwater fish, whales and other sea creatures. On the roof of the museum you can eat and drink and have a beautiful view of Monaco!

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Musee des Tapiseries

Musee des Tapiseries

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This museum is located in the former Palace of the old archbishops of Aix, Ancien Palais de l'Archevêché. You can view a rich collection of tapestries from the 17th century and 18th century.

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Musée Granet

Musée Granet

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Located in the former Palais de Malate since 1838 with art by Granet: he donated his entire private collection to his birth city. Enjoy the art Cézanne who had a studio in Aix at the time. The collection includes work from the fourteenth to the tw...

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Atelier Cézanne

Atelier Cézanne

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A must for those who love the works of Paul Cézanne! In this atelier you will feel the presence of the painter. His famous oil painting Grandes Baigneuses (The Bathers) was created in this bright and impressive atelier.

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Mines de Bruoux

Mines de Bruoux

Kids Sightseeing

An exciting journey under the ground that show the lives of the people in the Pays d'Apt during the operation of the ochre mines. The museum is open every day from 1 april to 12 november from 10:00 am. During the mine tour the guide will show you ...

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Musée de la gendarmerie et du cinéma

This museum, opened in 2016, is dedicated to the French Gendarmerie and the film industry of Saint-Tropez. The building housed the local gendarmerie until 2003. The interactive museum features various rooms about the city's film industry and genda...

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Visiobulle - Juan-Les-Pins

Visiobulle - Juan-Les-Pins

Kids Sightseeing

Discover Cap d'Antibes in a glass-bottomed boat! You sail along cliffs, beautiful pine forests, the lighthouse and at the same time you can see what's underwater. The boat trip takes about an hour.

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La grotte de Saint Cézaire

La grotte de Saint Cézaire

Kids Sightseeing

This cave, located in the Pays de Grasse, is almost 40 meters underground. The cave of St. Cézaire is open to public from February 1st to November 11th. Think of good shoes (it can be slippery) and warmer clothes; in the cave it is about 15 degree...

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Electrische boot huren

Electrische boot huren

Active Sightseeing

Do you want to rent a boat to sail around in Port Grimaud? Then Barques electriques de Port Grimaud is a good address. You can drive these boats without a license. Experience the Venice of France from the water!

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Waterfall Sillans la Cascade

Waterfall Sillans la Cascade

Active Kids Sightseeing

Waterfall Sillans la Cascade, originated from a tributary of the Argens, is hidden between meadows and a forest with ancient trees. After you park the car in a nearby parking lot, you can walk through the footpath to the waterfall. The last part t...

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La visite des Calanques

La visite des Calanques

Kids Sightseeing Active

La visite des Calanques can be reached on foot or by boat. A boat trip gives you a beautiful view of this beautiful natural phenomenon. White chalk pots combined with an azure sea that invites to take a dip ... Unfortunately, this is no longer all...

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Bateau Bus

Bateau Bus

Kids Sightseeing

Feel like a small boat trip? Then take a bateau bus between Monte Carlo and Monaco-Ville for a euro. This solar powered boat offers you beautiful views of Monte Carlo and Monaco-Ville during the crossing. Between 08h00 and 20h00, every boat depart...

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Lac de Saint-Cassien

Lac de Saint-Cassien

Active Kids Sightseeing

This lake is bordered in the north and northeast to the municipalities of Montauroux and Callian and in the east to the municipalities of Tanneron and Adrets-de-l'Estérel. From the A8 it is easy to reach. You can rent pedalos and boats. Lovely pla...

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Île Sainte-Marguerite

Île Sainte-Marguerite

Kids Sightseeing

We recommended to take a trip to the Lérins Islands Île Sainte-Marguerite from the port of Cannes. Visit the fortress (fun with the kids) or the Musée de la Mer. The island is accessible from Cannes by ferry (20 minutes).

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Plages du Prado

Plages du Prado

Sightseeing Active Kids

After a day in the city you can cool off on one of the well-known Plages du Prado. Still some energy left? Go windsurfing, kayaking or snorkeling (everything is for rent) or take a walk along the boulevard. Plages du Prado was (just like many othe...

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Plages de Théoule-sur-Mer

If you (because of the school holidays) are bound to a holiday in the busy July or August period it is good to know that there are also quiet coves and beaches on the South-coast of France. Beaches that are still not known, for example because you...

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Plage de Pampelonne

Plage de Pampelonne

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On the 140-meter high Paillas-Hill, in the middle of the Saint-Tropez peninsula, lies the picturesque town of Ramatuelle. Stroll through the narrow streets and enjoy the colourful houses. Ramatuelle is famous for its beautiful beach Pampelonn...

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Parc Phoenix

Parc Phoenix

Kids Sightseeing

Botanical park with beautiful flora, fauna and zoo (birds, butterflies). There is also a theme garden with dinosaurs.

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Chemins de Fer de Provence

Chemins de Fer de Provence

Kids Sightseeing

Discover the Provence by train and make a wonderful trip between Nice and Digne-les-Bains! The train uses a narrow-track with a total length of 151 kilometers.

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Le Train de Pignes

Le Train de Pignes

Kids Sightseeing

Historic steam train that takes a beautiful route in Provence from Puget to Theniers, and this every Sunday from May to October.

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Port Santa Lucia

Port Santa Lucia

Active Kids Sightseeing

Port Santa Lucia is just a few hundred metres from the centre and easily reached by foot. It is the third biggest Marina of the Côte d'Azur. Santa Lucia has been recently renewed with shops and restaurants along the quay. Enjoy the view of the lux...

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Coastal walk Saint-Raphaël

Coastal walk Saint-Raphaël

Kids Active Sightseeing

Do you like walking? Then we can recommend the beautiful walking path along the coast. This well-marked 8.5 km hiking route starts in the port of Santa Lucia. After a 2 hours walk you'll arrive at the lighthouse of Baumette in Agay. Bring along th...

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Holland Bikes

Holland Bikes

Active Sightseeing

One of the best things to do in Nice: Cycling !!!! And then of course it is nice to have a good bike. At Holland Bikes, they simply rent out good old-fashioned Dutch bikes: Gazelle's, with or without a basket. For an hour, but also for a day. And ...

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Boat trip from Giens

Boat trip from Giens

Practical Active Kids Sightseeing

From the Giens peninsula it is possible to go to the beautiful island of Porquerolles by boat! Here you will find white bounty beaches and you can really enjoy the unspoilt nature. For children it is nice to take the boat with transparent soil (on...

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Rafting on the Gorges du Verdon

Rafting on the Gorges du Verdon

Active Kids Sightseeing

Adventurers, what do you think about rafting on the George du Verdon for part of a day?! Organization Feel Rafting is highly recommended to book this fun activity. The route to the location where they are located takes (because of the winding r...

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Sailing Opus

Sailing Opus

Active Sightseeing

Are you looking for something very special, do you want to escape the crowds and discover the coast from a different perspective? At Sailing Opus you can book an Exclusive Private Yacht, only for you and your travel company. Or book a "Cruise t...

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Brocante Market Avignon

Brocante Market Avignon

Sightseeing Shopping

Enthusiasts can indulge themselves at the flea market in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon. It is one of the most famous Brocante markets in France! With many vendors, you have a choice of antiques, tables, crystal and many other items. Be there early! Every...

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Market Cannes la Bocca

Market Cannes la Bocca

Groceries Sightseeing

Opening hours daily from 8:00 to 20:30. Sundays from 8.00 - 12.30.

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Provencal market Centre

Provencal market Centre

Groceries Sightseeing

There is a Provencal market in the center on Thursday mornings from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. You can buy fresh fruit and vegetables, but also flowers and plants.

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Provencal market Saint-Maxime

Provencal market Saint-Maxime

Groceries Sightseeing

On Friday morning from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm there is a Provencal market on Place Jean Mermoz. This market offers a broad range of products; from fruit and vegetables to clothing and furniture. There are usually 15 different stalls.

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Provençal market Avignon

Provençal market Avignon

Sightseeing Groceries

When; Tuesday through Sunday, from 06.00 - 14.00. In the halls you will find a genuine Provencal market with local specialties. In addition, in the market stalls you can try the local specialties.

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Provençal market Bonnieux

Provençal market Bonnieux

Sightseeing Groceries

When? Friday morning, from 09.00 - 13.00. Here you have a wide choice of delicious local products such as fruits, vegetables, cold meats, fish, olives and cheese.

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Provencal market St Tropez

Provencal market St Tropez

Sightseeing Groceries

When; Tuesday and Saturday morning (8 am-1 pm). Pure joy! On this large and very nice market you will find delicious regional products like meat, cheese, olives, herbs and jams. Also with clothes and a small brocante section. Very popular. If you...

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Provençal market Les Issambres

Provençal market Les Issambres

Sightseeing Groceries

In Les Issambres there is a Provencal market in the village square on Monday morning. Here you can find daily fresh products, such as fruit and vegetables.

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Marché aux truffes Aups

Marché aux truffes Aups

Events Sightseeing Groceries

The truffle market in Aups is on every Thursday morning in the period from late november until the end of February (sometimes until mid March). On the square in front of the Town Hall of Aups appear the tables, the scales and of course the baskets...

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Provencal market Frejus Boulevard

Provencal market Frejus Boulevard

Groceries Sightseeing

When; Sunday. On the boulevard you'll find local products.

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Provencal market Fréjus Plage

Provencal market Fréjus Plage

Groceries Sightseeing

When; Sunday morning This market is the right choice if you're looking for tasty, fresh, local products.

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Provencal market Frejus Center

Provencal market Frejus Center

Groceries Sightseeing

When; wednesday and saturday morning. Nice market in historic city center. With over 100 stalls, you have a wide choice of fresh produce, flowers and plants.

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Provencal market Saint-Aygulf

Provencal market Saint-Aygulf

Groceries Sightseeing

When; Tuesday and Friday morning. You will find various products like: vegetables, fish, furniture and toys. Depending on the season, the number of sellers may vary.

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Provencal market Lorgues

Provencal market Lorgues

Sightseeing Groceries

When; Tuesday morning. A large weekly Provencal market. This market is very extensive, cozy and busy; worth a visit!

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Provencal market Fayence

Provencal market Fayence

Sightseeing Groceries

Every Tuesday morning, Thursday morning, and Saturday morning. In the Centre of Fayence, you can see enjoy this market with fresh products. You will also find non-food products such as kitchen utensils, furniture and toys.

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Le grand marché d’Apt

Le grand marché d’Apt

Sightseeing Groceries

Thee Provençal market of Apt is known for the lovely atmosphere, originality and durability: this market has existed for five centuries already. You'll find a divers collection of colors and scents, fresh and local seasonal products, offered by f...

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Marché Artisanal Nocturne

Marché Artisanal Nocturne

Sightseeing Events Groceries

Provencal evening market in La Croix-Valmer. Every Thursday from of 16:00/17:00-23:00. Only high season from the end of June to the end of August.

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Marché aux Fleurs

Marché aux Fleurs

Sightseeing Groceries

The Cours Saleya market is held every day. On Monday, there is a nice antique and flea market, the rest of the week you'll find fruits and vegetables, but also many stalls with flowers. At the end of the afternoon the same square is cleaned and tr...

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Provencal market Saint-Raphaël

Provencal market Saint-Raphaël

Sightseeing Groceries

During the summer, a daily market is held in the small streets of the old centre, with flowers and vegetables.

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Villa Eilenroc

Villa Eilenroc

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Villa Eilenroc was built by a Dutchman between 1860 and 1867. For the name of the villa he turned the name of his wife Cornélie backwards. The last owner left the villa in 1982 after the municipality of Antibes, on condition that the park was open...

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Villa Thuret

Villa Thuret

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The botanical garden of Villa Thuret was founded in 1857 and occupies a 3.5 hectare site. You will find 3000 species of plants and trees from regions of the world with a Mediterranean climate. The botanical garden, named after the French botanist ...

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Jardin Exotique de Monaco

Here you will find the most amazing and rare species of exotic plants. Real garden in open air, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

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Japanese Garden

Japanese Garden

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At the request of Prince Rainier III this beautiful Japanese garden was laid out. In 1994, the 7000 m² garden was opened and everyone can enjoy the combination of stones, water (fall), vegetation and the many bridges. The pruning method is clearly...

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Jardins Saint-Martin

Jardins Saint-Martin

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Nice garden to go after visiting the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco that is nearby. In the park you will also find a bronze statue Prince Albert 1 and many Mediterranean flora complemented with exotic flowers.

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Jardin Botanique et Exotique Val Rahmeh

This botanical garden (created in 1930) overlooks the sea and is protected from the wind through the mountains. The good humidity allows the growth of plants from Africa, America and Australia. You will find around 1 000 remarkable and exotic plan...

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La roseraie Princesse Grace

Princess Grace loved gardening and especially roses. After her death, she received a rose garden with a bronze statue (made by Kees Verkade) from Prince Rosier III. The rose garden is near the Fontvieille Park. In the heart-shaped garden you will ...

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Parc Borély

Parc Borély

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Discover the scents and colours of the flowers and many other treasures that this beautiful city park has to offer. The park is an ideal setting a morning walk, a picnic in the afternoon or to watch a spectacular Mediterranean sunset. The botanica...

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Château de Grimaud

Château de Grimaud

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From the distance it seems like an ancient castle tower. When you get closer you will see that there is not much left of this 11th century castle. The castle served as a retreat for the locals and viewpoint in case of imminent danger. The view fro...

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Château des Demoiselles

Château des Demoiselles

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Through a long and majestic lane with planets you arrive at a beautiful bastide dating back to 1830. The bastide stands on a 300 hectare site, of which 200 hectares of forest and 72 ha of vineyards. The vineyard earlier belonged to the Grimaldi fa...

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Route de vin

Route de vin

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Cassis is one of the places which is part of the 'Route des vins de Provence'. This route gives you the opportunity to visit one of the participating vineyards for a tour and / or wine tasting. For more information, visit the website or look at "s...

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Le clos Sainte Magdeleine

Le clos Sainte Magdeleine

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If you plan to visit a vineyard, go to Clos Sainte Magdeleine, a vineyard with a spectacular view! You can get a tour with a guide who speaks both English and French. You can also taste the wines (and buy). To make sure you are welcome, it is advi...

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La Maison de Jo et Gaby

La Maison de Jo et Gaby

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In the wine cellar of La Maison de Jo et Gaby you will find all the wines of Cassis, so wines from all vineyards in Cassis. They also have many wines from other regions in their assortment. The wine bar has a daily happy hour with a selection of o...

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La maison des Vins

La maison des Vins

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Discovering wine, knowing their region, isn't that the dream of any wine lover? At La maison des Vins you can get a lot of information about the AOC Cassis, one of France's oldest AOCs. Here you can buy the wines of the Cassis wine domains.

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Chateau Thuerry

Chateau Thuerry

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Chateau Thuerry is located in the heart of the Parc Naturel du Haut-Var Verdon. It is a modern wine house with a domain of 340 hectares of wine and olive groves. The vineyards are located between the three villages Villecroze, Flayosc and Tourtour...

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Vineyard Chateau de Berne

Vineyard Chateau de Berne

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Chateau de Berne has 112 hectares of vineyards where they make their widely acclaimed AOC Côtes de Provence Chateau de Berne. It's really worth going here if you like wine and good food. You can taste wine - if you like in combination with lunch. ...

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Chateau du Grand Jas

Chateau du Grand Jas

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This wine domain has been owned by the same family since 1896. The fifth generation now manages the domain. Olivier Forni combines two qualities which characterize his own person as well as the wine he produces (AOP Côtes de Provence): contemporar...

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Chateau La Martinette

Chateau La Martinette

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Here you can taste the best wines, without feeling obligated to buy something. Also the red and white wines are very worthwhile.

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La Grange Bar à Vin Cave

La Grange Bar à Vin Cave

Shopping Sightseeing Food & drink

Friendly wine bar where you can taste delicious wines. The home made tapas are also well worth a visit.

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Les Vignerons de Cotignac

Wine lovers will enjoy Cotignac to their heart's content. The village is located along the wine route and there are several wineries where you can taste and buy wine. Les Vignerons de Cotignac is one of them!

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La Vigne Vincent

La Vigne Vincent

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Wine bar with a nice view and good service. Wide choice of fine wines and delicious charcuterie. This tip is offered to you by the owner of villa Cavaillon in Seillans (villa no. 276).

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Le Clos des Roses

Le Clos des Roses

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Hotel-restaurant La Bastide Du Clos des Roses is a beautiful, quiet retreat in the foothills of the Esterel Massif. In the summer, guests can eat on the beautiful terrace next to the vineyard. In the cooler months, you can warm up by the fireplace...

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Le Tono

Le Tono

Sightseeing Food & drink

This typical French wine bar is probably one of Nice's best kept secrets! A great place to spend an evening relaxing and enjoying jazz sounds or Brazilian bossa nova. The wines are delicious, but it is also possible to enjoy some (vegetarian) tapa...

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Plage Sylvabelle

Plage Sylvabelle

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This is a really nice (and quiet) bay near Saint-Tropez. You can walk along a footpath with fairly steep stairs (plenty of parking space). The bay is well sheltered, quite large and has a beautiful beach. There are rock bulges that are very suitab...

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Plages de Saint-Raphaël and Fréjus

The coastline of Saint-Raphaël and the adjacent Fréjus is a whopping 36 kilometres long, which puts it (after the coast line of Marseille) in 2nd place. There are many wide sandy beaches, both private and public beaches, where you can enjoy, free ...

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Plages de Sainte Maxime

Sainte-Maxime has six kilometres of beautiful sandy beaches. In the centre you will find Plage de la Croisette, with a sailing school and the unguarded Plage de la Madrague. In the direction of Les Issambres you can find the beach of La Nartelle, ...

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Plage de la Nartelle

Plage de la Nartelle

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If you drive from Les Issambres towards Sainte Maxime you will pass Plage de la Nartelle, which is known as one of the nicest beaches in the area. Here you will also find many nice beach clubs. But even if you drive a little further towards Sai...

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Plages du Langoustiers in Hyères

With the promise of 300 days of sunshine a year, a fine beach may not lack. Thanks to thousands of planted palm trees, Hyères is also known as Hyères-les-Palmes. The Golden Islands of Hyères have beautiful beaches. The Langoustier Beach on the isl...

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Plage Notre Dame

Plage Notre Dame

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This picturesque Island off the coast of Hyeres is well worth a visit. Especially since you can enjoy cycling, hiking and swimming. There are sailing boats (Navettes) very regular from Hyeres, Tour Fondue. There's a large car park Ev. You can rent...

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Plages de Nice

Plages de Nice

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The sea and beaches are always close by. In Nice you will find no less than 7 km of beach with beautiful grey and white pebbles. These are not very comfortable but luckily there are a lot of nice beach bars where you can spend the day!

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Villefranche-sur-Mer

Villefranche-sur-Mer

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Would you like to spend a day on the beach near Nice, then drive to Villefranche-sur-Mer (a 7 km drive). The colourful old town has many nice shops, a nice port and there are sandy beaches (on the other side of the port).

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Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

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If you are wondering how it feels to lay down your towel on the most expensive piece of land in the world, then Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat is the place to be. The sea water is all shades of blue and there's a beautiful Bay with a pebble beach (Paloma B...

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Hiking trail

Hiking trail "Les trois caps'

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The Sentier du Littoral is a hiking route of more than 200 kilometers along the French coast. You do not have to be a frequent walker to appreciate this beautiful route; Most trips are not heavy and at sea level, so very relaxing. The most beau...

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Amour beach

Amour beach

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A day out in Nice and looking for a good beach spot on the Promenade des Anglais? Then the beach of Hotel Amour might be something for you! There is a lot of space and the atmosphere is relaxed. You can have lunch or dinner at your table under a p...

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Plage Beau Rivage

Plage Beau Rivage

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Plage Beau Rivage is a classic Beach tent with a typical Mediterranean atmosphere; blue-white striped umbrellas and sun beds and nicely set tables. You can sip cocktails, eat tapas and enjoy live music every Friday.

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Le Castellaras

Le Castellaras

Sightseeing Food & drink

If you want to have dinner with a beautiful view of the sunset, restaurant Le Castellaras is the place to be! The food is delicious and the service is friendly. The prices are above average, but the restaurant has 1 Michelin star and it's worth it!

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Summer Evenings Nice

Summer Evenings Nice

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From mid June to September, Nice hosts a host of free performances in many different locations. The program is varied and ranges from classical music, song and dance, traditional and modern music to jazz and pop.

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Fête du Miel 

Fête du Miel 

Sightseeing Events

Honey lovers will enjoy the annual honey festival, which takes place in October. We recommend that you keep an eye on the Facebook page of the organization for specific information. Keep in mind that it is about a 40 minute drive from Les Issambre...

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Festival de Quatuores

Festival de Quatuores

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The string quartet festival in Fayence is a major event in chamber music in Europe. End of October.

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Carnaval Nice

Carnaval Nice

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The highlight of the Côte d'Azur in winter and one of the largest carnivals in the world! For 15 days there are colorful parades day and night with hundreds of dancers and musicians from all over the world. The decorated floats with the most beaut...

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Nice Jazz Festival

Nice Jazz Festival

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One of the oldest jazz festivals in Europe (since 1948), which takes place annually in the first half of July. An international event which has become one of the main events on the Cote d'Azur over the years.

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Operafestival Aix en Provence

Operafestival Aix en Provence

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Prestigious international opera festival which takes place in July each year.

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Festival Avignon

Festival Avignon

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One of the most important international events of the contemporary performing arts. Theater lovers of all generations can choose from many plays, dance, visual arts and music. The festival is the entire month of July.

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Fêtes de la Madelaine

Fêtes de la Madelaine

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A historical evocation of the medieval annual markets. In the last 10 days of July.

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Melons en fêtes

Melons en fêtes

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During "Melon en fête", books, drawings, paintings, archives, recipes, everything that has something to do with melon is presented over two days of banquets, melon tastings on the streets, tours and exhibitions. With stands of local producers, tas...

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Fête de la Saint-Éloi

Fête de la Saint-Éloi

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Parades with floats as the people of the area pay homage to their patron saint to the sound of marching bands and traditional groups. On a weekend in July.

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Festival Soirées d’ Été

Festival Soirées d’ Été

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From the beginning to mid-August you can enjoy dance, music, comedy and drama performances in the 'Théâtre des Terrasses'. The amphitheater in the village is located against the rock and offers panoramic views over the Luberon.

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Lavendel Corso

Lavendel Corso

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In the first weekend of August Valreas honors the lavender. Enjoy the parades, music and dance.

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Piano Festival

Piano Festival

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International well-known soloists and orchestras come together, culminating in 'La Nuit de Piano'.

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Jazz festival Antibes

Jazz festival Antibes

Events Sightseeing

At the famous jazz festival in the 'Gould Pine Grove', which takes place annually in July, you can enjoy the greatest artists and modern jazz and blues musicians.

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Fireworks Festival Cannes

Fireworks Festival Cannes

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In the second half of August, the annual fireworks festival takes place in Cannes. This show attracts a lot of visitors along the Croisette every evening.

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Regatta

Regatta

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The annual Yachting Festival is the place where buyers and exhibitors meet to watch / show the latest yachts. Over 500 boats will be exhibited.

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Festival de Danse

Festival de Danse

Events Sightseeing

Enjoy an International Dance Festival that takes place in odd years. With modern dance performances.

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The Cannes Filmfestival

The Cannes Filmfestival

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Festival de Cannes, named until 2002 as the International Film Festival (Festival International du Film) also known as the Cannes Film Festival, is an annual film festival held in Cannes, which previews new films of all genres from all around the ...

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Fête du Raisin Frejus

Fête du Raisin Frejus

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Every year a sacred and profane festival is organised to celebrate the first grapes: the "Fete du Raisin". With dance and music.

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Roc d'Azur

Roc d'Azur

Events Sightseeing

Various mountain bike competitions for young and old.

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Festival de Marseille

Festival de Marseille

Events Sightseeing

Marseille's leading international music and dance festival takes place around mid-June/July. The festival brings together audiences and artists from elsewhere and here to play with the city and its plurality and diversity.

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Fête de Sainte-Marie-Madelaine

Fête de Sainte-Marie-Madelaine

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Feast in honor of St. Mary Magdalene with a wake and a mass in the basilica. End of July.

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Festival'Hyères

Festival'Hyères

Events Sightseeing

Festival of the French chanson. Early september.

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Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez

Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez

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This gathering of different classes of old and new sailboats taking place in late September - early October brings to France about 4,000 sailors from all over the world. The special sailboats will guarantee a grand spectacle in the Gulf of Saint T...

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Avignon Theatre festival

Avignon Theatre festival

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Every year there is a big theater festival in Avignon in July. Theater and theater performances are presented throughout the street and in theaters. The festival's most popular festival is the grand performance in the courtyard of the Palais des P...

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