Cruise ships carrying 900-plus passengers are no longer welcome at destinations in the Nice-Côte d'Azur region in France Nice mayor Christian Estrosi signed a decree on Jan. 24 banning cruise ships that carry more than 900 guests from visiting Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer, according to a report from French newspaper Le Monde Estrosi said the goal is to promote "selective tourism" amid the threat of overtourism While the mayor lacks the authority to ban ships from visiting he can ban the ships from disembarking their passengers in the region for excursions The new decree will prevent passengers from larger ships from disembarking via tender Larger ships call in the nearby harbor of Villefranche-sur-Mer Close to 90 calls are scheduled there in 2025 and two-thirds of them are ships with 900-plus passengers About 124 calls are scheduled in Nice this year on ships carrying fewer than 900 passengers Nice is looking at adding shore power so ships can turn off their engines while in port CLIA issued a statement that the association is surprised by the mayor's decision given no large ships are scheduled to call at the port of Nice in 2025 CLIA said three large cruise ships and 34 medium-sized cruise ships are scheduled to call at  Villefranche-sur-Mer this year The association urged Estrosi to reconsider his decision in the interest of local businesses and guests who want to visit The organization said the measure "stigmatizes the cruise industry and does nothing to promote sustainable tourism." 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Read our Privacy notice French Riviera authorities have backtracked on their plans to ban large cruise ships with a compromise on the number of passengers allowed in the resort town of Villefranche-sur-Mer The Métropole Nice Côte d'Azur the local authority that covers Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer has offered a new proposal that seeks to find a compromise between "public health interests and supporting the local economy" Last month, the mayor of Nice Christian Estrosi said he had plans to sign a bylaw banning ships more than 190m long and with a capacity of more than 900 passengers docking in Nice and neighbouring Villefranche-sur-Mer from next summer “I don’t want these floating hotels putting down their anchors in Nice,” Mr Estrosi previously said in January “These cruises that pollute [and] that pour out their low-cost customers who do not consume anything and who leave their rubbish behind them well I say these cruises don’t have a place here.” a new proposal states instead that ships carrying up to 2,500 people can dock in Villefranche-sur-Mer the number has been slashed in half for the city of Nice which is proposing that cruises with a maximum of 450 passengers can dock in its port Nearly 90 cruise ships will stop at Villefranche-sur-Mer this year including around 20 with more than 2,500 passengers Some 125 cruise ships will dock at the port of Nice this year In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday Mr Estrosi said “Cruises: for the giants of the seas Along with the proposals for Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer the mayor also hopes to see no more 5,000-passenger cruise ships what he calls “monsters” in the middle of the harbour He also wants to see no more engines running while in the port the ecological transition will not happen,” he wrote “This is the whole point of this compromise to protect our coastline and our populations We are taking responsibility for it with the mayors of the metropolitan coastline!” A vote on this proposal will take place during the next Port Council on 7 March welcomed this compromise to BFM: "We had discussions with Roger Roux mayor of Beaulieu and also president of the Port Council and Christian Estrosi and the progress is satisfactory" “When there is a constructive discussion that begins and we have all the ins and outs we arrive at a solution that can be suitable.” other local politicians have not been supportive of the new proposal a municipal and metropolitan councillor who is also the president of the ecologist group at Nice council stating that "the metropolis of Nice is backtracking." "This irresponsible decision is an insult to the protection of our natural heritage and a sacrifice of our quality of life on the altar of a few short-term economic interests," she said Mr Estrosi’s previous comments to ban large cruise ships and their contribution to pollution were welcomed by Ms Chesnel-Le Roux who said that the mayor’s decision was an “immense and historic victory” local restaurateurs and shopkeepers were worried that a ban could put their businesses in jeopardy Staff at the Trastevere restaurant in Villefranche-sur-Mer told the local newspaper Nice Matin that its number of diners doubles when cruise ships arrive, adding that they “consume a lot”. For more travel news and advice, listen to Simon Calder’s podcast Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies govt and politics"},{"score":0.678896,"label":"/business and industrial/business operations/business plans"},{"score":0.575936,"label":"/law govt and politics/government"},{"score":0.574915,"label":"/law This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page “We are urging a reconsideration,” a spokesperson for the cruise line trade group CLIA Europe said. The group called for a “holistic tourist management approach,” while emphasizing its estimate that the ban would stop as much as two-thirds of the 90 scheduled cruise ship calls for the summer of 2025. CLIA said it would cost $10 million in local revenues and as much as $600 million regionally. The mayor of Villefranche spoke out against the bad while experts also questioned if Estrosi had the legal authority to impose his restrictions. Large cruise ships anchor 300 meters (nearly 1,000 feet) offshore in Villefranche which it was pointed out places them in federally controlled not local waters. However, it was also pointed out that the cruise ships send their tenders into the local waters to ferry passengers ashore. The French news agency AFP reported today, February 28, that after consulting with local leaders Estrosi offered up a compromise. The report said he will submit a new plan on March 7 to the local council which he said would balance the interests of public health and the local economy.  The compromise calls for permitting cruise ships with up to 2,500 passengers to anchor in the bay and tender passengers ashore. The mega cruise ships would still be required to go to Cannes, while the smallest ships with under 450 passengers would also be permitted to call in Nice.  The compromise also limits calls to one cruise ship per day. The port authority told AFP that this plan would permit about 65 of the planned 90 cruise ship calls scheduled for this summer. It noted originally that only about 20 of the ships would have had more than 2,500 passengers aboard. © Copyright 2025 The Maritime Executive, LLC. All rights reserved. You don't have permission to access the page you requested. What is this page?The website you are visiting is protected.For security reasons this page cannot be displayed. Go to Home PageSubscribeAdvertiser disclosureSearch The Points Guy revising the ban to say that larger ships carrying up to 2,500 people will be able to disembark passengers at Villefranche-sur-Mer only Vessels of that size will be limited to no more than one at a time Late last week, Nice, France became the latest cruise destination to place restrictions on ships with the goal of limiting the size of vessels that visit the picturesque resort city along the Cote d'Azur ships carrying more than 900 people will not be permitted to disembark passengers in Nice or the neighboring port of Villefranche-sur-Mer This and similar measures are part of a trend that has aimed to help popular tourist destinations cut down on the number of cruise passengers "I don't want floating hotels to drop anchor in front of Nice," said Christian Estrosi, Nice's mayor, during an announcement about the restrictions, as translated from an article that appeared in local newspaper Nice-Matin on Jan that dump their low-cost clientele who consume nothing I say it: These cruises have no place here." The Cruise Lines International Association — an organization that represents the collective interests of the cruise industry — said in a statement to TPG that it's surprised by the decision given that no large ships were actually scheduled to call on Nice in 2025 Only small vessels are able to come into the harbor in Nice; larger ones must head to Villefranche-sur-Mer Just three large ships and 34 medium-sized ships are due to call on Villefranche-sur-Mer in 2025 The CLIA also said the ban and others like it "only serve to stigmatize the cruise industry." However, on average, each cruise passenger spends far less — only about $40 per day — than other visitors to Nice, according to local chamber of commerce statistics reported by The Telegraph making them less desirable visitors in terms of revenue Nice joins a laundry list of other popular cruise destinations that have enacted regulations to scale back on the number of cruisers who visit Croatia; Mykonos and Santorini in Greece; Key West which largely led the charge on banning megaships in downtown city locations In other regions where cruises are popular some destinations have decided to implement passenger taxes instead of or in addition to imposing limits on the number or size of ships that visit Although the capital city of Juneau only recently enacted restrictions on ship size charged per-passenger head taxes on cruisers also recently increased existing tourist taxes and expanded them to include cruise passengers — even those who don't go ashore in port Iceland switched what previously was a $7 per-person fee for overnight guests in the country to an $18 per-visit (or even though cruisers stay on their ships at night instead of on land In late 2024, Mexico voted to raise an existing tourist tax from $35 to $42 and begin charging cruise passengers, who were previously exempt. After pressure from cruise lines, collection of the new fees — which was supposed to have gone into effect at the beginning of 2025 — will be delayed until midyear. Planning a cruise? Start with these stories: The Points Guy believes that credit cards can transform lives helping you leverage everyday spending for cash back or travel experiences that might otherwise be out of reach That’s why we publish a variety of editorial content and card comparisons: to help you find a great card to turn your goals into reality After decreeing that no cruise ships over 900 passengers would be permitted to dock in Nice or nearby Villefranche-sur-mer the Mayor of Nice has agreed to reconsider his position and will introduce a compromise resolution on March 7 Mayor Christian Estrosi cited the negative impacts of large cruise ship visits He also extended his ban beyond Nice to Villefranche-sur-mer where only a small number of ships ever dock Villefranche-sur-mer is a popular port of call for cruises The European office of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) was quick to speak out against the ban, asking for a more “holistic tourist management approach,” the Maritime Executive reported A spokesman for CLIA Europe said the ban could effect two-thirds of the 90 scheduled cruise calls for this summer costing $10 million in local revenues and as much as $600 million regionally The mayor of Villefranche also spoke out against the ban and questioned whether Estrosi has the legal authority to extend the ban beyond Nice (Large ships anchor nearly 1,000 feet offshore of Villefranche which technically puts them in federal waters.) the French news agency AFP said the compromise will permit ships with up to 2,500 passengers to anchor in the bay at Villefranche and tender passengers ashore Anything larger will be forced to dock in Cannes if they want to visit the region the new resolution reduces the size of ship that can dock in Nice from 900 passengers to only those with 450 guests or less only one cruise ship per day will be permitted Of the 90 cruise ship calls planned for this summer about 65 would be permitted under the new resolution Subscribe to TMR From a new sunset Sky Deck dinner option to lively after-dinner entertainment Avalon is extending the typical river cruise day First-time ASTA River Cruise Expo attendees talk about why you shouldn’t miss next year’s event — and how to make the most of it TMR sat down with Uniworld’s executive vice president of sales for North America at the 2025 ASTA River Cruise Expo Expedition travel isn’t a trend — it’s a mindset shift Princess said the move is part of its global deployment strategy TMR was among the first guests onboard Avalon’s all-new Bordeaux river cruise The plethora of pristine shores makes it hard to choose – be it Calvi we’ve selected 19 of the best beaches in the South of France you’ll long to be on superyachts and Breton stripes are optional You’ll see why this area is home to some of the best beaches in France. Plus for more inspiration, see our edit of the best beaches in Europe rainbow-bright shuttered houses and flower-fringed markets are alluring on their own – it’s a must-visit even without the added beach attraction Though the French Riviera has many pebble beaches Plage des Marinieres ups the sandy shores game with its flour-soft sands The beach has curves in all the right places: it’s a crescent of sand that sweeps around cobalt waves is perched atop a hill and affords sublime views of Cap Ferrat and the Cote d’Azur – go for a sundowner to remember a half-moon bay near St Raphaël (a mere 15-minute drive) is a spectacular destination on the French Riviera coastline The bay itself is cloaked in greenery and rimmed by hills and secret creeks making it feel like a secretly-special part of the region away from the hordes But Plage du Camp Long has long been a favourite beach in the South of France Its natural asset is its breathtaking forest-clad beach under the shadows of the Esterel mountains After spending time at this blissed-out beach bounty head back to the seaside city of Saint-Raphaël for haute cuisine on the sparkling marina It’s not a place for the vertiginous as hiking this lofty area can be a challenge for some Astonishing En Vau is a hike with a memorable view of deep emerald waters and mighty It’s one for Dora (the Explorer) and to experience the sheer beauty of the Calanques rather than idling by the sea – it’s your future screensaver Saint-Jean-Cap-FerratPaloma Beach on Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat – named after Paloma Picasso who spent time with her family in the tranquil tucked-away spot – has always been considered one of the French Riviera’s most captivating beaches Nestled deep within greenery in a breathtaking location Paloma is the best place for pure relaxation Have time out on the beach where the rich and famous have been known to escape to and exclusivity reigns: a section of these special sands is reserved for private guests only fine pebble beach and unreal coastal views this is the place to hang out and people-watch keeping the kids busy while you gaze at the gleaming yachts on the water CorsicaThe French island of Corsica is frequently voted a top beach destination it boasts an impressive 200 beaches – a blend of quieter lesser-known adult havens and a selection of more boisterous family sands Plage de Calvi’s pure white whisper of sand is four miles long and a little bit of heaven with its soft granules ripe for sandcastles and sultry simmering waves – aquatic pursuits are the order of the day there are ample restaurants and cafes set back off the shores Rating all of Corsica’s beaches would be a wonderful assignment you might not want to return from Show off your Breton stripes at the ritzy beach clubs facing the turquoise waters or take the Picasso trail – a ravishing 5km walking route covering his creative inspiration that hugs the rugged coast and an amble around the local markets or a lingering lunch stop is essential And Pampelonne Beach is the beach that gets the press Bridget Bardot’s famed hangout and 40th birthday location is everything you’d imagine it to be: unapologetically ravishing the talcum-powder-soft sands and deep blue ocean are near perfection A Bardot bikini is optional; there’s also a nudist section for those who want to sample the great outdoors so go off-peak for more space and breezy sea air This gorgeous isle is ideal for escaping the masses and switching off – the Bali Hai-style island is the best advert for a beachy paradise There is a magical mix of soft sandy sweeps and dramatic hiking trails Notre Dame is one of the best beaches on which to lounge tree-fringed stretch of beach feels far removed from the mainland and – a note to snorkellers – the aqua waters are teeming with technicolour fish Beach days couldn’t get better – bring supplies La Croix ValmerYou have to access the white sands of Sylvabelle via quite a steep rocky set of steps you’re likely to find a place for your towel the sea clear – not so unusual for the area But what is unusual is the absence of commerce: no music So bring lunch and a book and soak up the sun's rays Port-VendresThis calm curve of a bay doesn’t have the golden sand of nearby Argelès-sur-Mer But it has a magnificent view of the Albères and a rich (and highly protected) sea life that makes for wonderful snorkelling The Classified Site of the Cove of Paulilles makes for a fascinating detour or embark on a guided tour before a seaside supper in the charming town of Banyuls-sur-Mer the peninsula owned almost entirely by Carla Bruni’s family Secure a sun lounger at buzzy Club Tropicana where neither the sunbeds nor the drinks are free Sanary-sur-MerThe Provençal harbour of Sanary is worth a visit in itself – it’s a lovely example of simple coastal living dotted with fish restaurants and smaller boats the beach dominates this natural bay west of Toulon – posidonia (a natural sea grass) is allowed to encroach on the sand which makes for a very natural environment and sparkly clean sea There are some concessions to man: a diving board and steps allow visitors to plunge into the sea at its deepest point and showers are provided for those exiting the bay meaning it’s great for non-swimmers and pebbly underfoot Théoule-sur-MerThe stretch of coastline between Saint-Raphaël and Cannes is quite extraordinary – with russet beaches backed by red rocks that look more like they’re from Mars than the Côte d'Azur This area has been much colonised by the hotel industry Don’t expect white sand – the Pointe de l’Aiguille beach is pebbly and dotted with large boulders and it takes a walk along a rocky path to get to it From here you get great views of Cannes and the passing gin palaces sailing the Med The craggy shore shouldering the beach is a challenge for the intrepid to go rock diving straight into the limpid water or look out for the little snack boat that pulls up in high season CollioureA secluded beach off the beaten track at the foot of the Pyrenees with completely transparent waters for snorkelling around the rocks and peaceful swimming alongside abundant fish the sea here is so clear that you can stand knee-deep in the water and watch them glide past with unpretentious seafood and Catalan dishes It’s a short walk from the pretty Catalonian harbour of Collioure an 18th-century fortress built on the unspoilt coast a stone's throw from the resort town of Théoule-sur-Mer In-the-know sun-worshippers descend on the beach year after year looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the glitzy port towns along this coast – and word's catching on Pack a picnic and prepare to lay a towel down on the public beach exploring the nooks and crannies of the jagged clear waters and lots of space (around a kilometre) of sand make this one of Porquerolles' best sunbathing spots Dig your toes in the sand and paddle along the shore in the morning before exploring all the island has to offer especially if you're only visiting for the day If you're after a spot of beach-hopping shuffle back towards the main road before heading onto Plage du Lequin Plage de la Baleine offers a sweeping swathe of sand that families adore putting parents' minds at ease during long days of baking under the sun while public toilets and showers mean there's no trekking back to the hotel on sandy missions Walk in from one of the local towns or communes or use nearby parking services if you're heading in from further afield – Montpellier is the largest nearby city you'll find the smaller sandy spots of Plage de la Corniche and Plage du Lazaret from which a rocky jetty extends into the azure water dust off and enjoy a drink in one of the bars where sea-facing set-ups are ideal people-watching territory CLIA executives are clinging to hope that they can persuade government officials to reconsider banning large cruise ships from the Nice-Cote d'Azur region in the south of France The cruise industry association is combating yet another attempt by a popular European destination to restrict ship access in the name of overtourism and environmental issues the ports are Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer and the restriction is a ban on ships carrying at least 900 guests "We are urging reconsideration of any actions that would ban cruise tourism in favor of a holistic tourism management approach which proves time and again to be a best practice and the best way to manage tourism in ways that help communities thrive," said Samuel Maubanc Nice mayor Christian Estrosi signed a decree in late January that would prevent cruise ships carrying at least 900 passengers from letting their passengers off at the two ports on the French Riviera The cruise industry has had to fight attempts to reduce cruise traffic in other parts of Europe in recent years, including Venice, Barcelona, Amsterdam and the Greek islands of Santorini and Mykonos Although Estrosi brought stakeholders together in early February to discuss the decree CLIA joined 20 maritime-focused organizations from the metropolitan area a few days later calling for dialogue and an economic assessment calling the ban "a blow" to the tourism economy The decree could result in a loss of more than $10 million locally and over $600 million regionally They said the decision also hurts French and European shipowners who invested in building sustainable ships in order to cruise in Europe but will no longer be allowed to call in those premier ports CLIA referred to the ban as an "evolving situation." Nice serves as an important stop for the cruise industry both as a turnaround port due to its proximity to its airport and as a central location on Mediterranean itineraries The lines most affected by the restriction are those with large ships Oceania Cruises and Royal Caribbean International Oceania has so far been the only cruise line to comment on how to handle the ban Four of Oceania's eight ships exceed the capacity limit by carrying around 1,200 passengers "The great thing about the Mediterranean is there are a myriad of phenomenal port options especially along the French and Italian rivieras," said Frank A Jackie Friedman, president of Nexion Travel Group said the ban creates uncertainty for advisors who are concerned clients' itineraries will be changed close to the sailing date But she also said that limiting Nice and Villefranche-su-Mer to smaller vessels could drive demand for small-ship cruising "While it's too early to determine the full impact these changes could drive a shift in booking patterns prompting travelers to secure reservations further in advance and increasing demand for smaller vessels and alternative ports as cruise lines adapt to evolving restrictions," she said At least one small-ship line has already tried to capitalize on the ban Ponant announced a new seven-day roundtrip itinerary from Nice two weeks after the mayor signed the decree saying its ships are small enough to go "where larger vessels cannot reach." Azamara Cruises' 700-guest ships are safely under the ban's threshold but chief marketing officer Meg Lee said it's too early to say whether the small-ship cruise line has seen a bump in sales since the announcement in Nice the line is always monitoring overtourism and tries to predict which ports will have big crowds based on the ships that will be there and it will switch the days it visits so guests have a less crowded experience there's a lot more ships out there," Pawlus said it is becoming more of an issue where we can and can't go." Geoff Cox, vice president of sales and marketing for KHM Travel Group although he doesn't think it will have much impact on the cruise industry as a whole "Some of these ports are being overrun with cruise [passengers] and it's impacting the experience," Cox said adding that cruise lines "will keep pumping clients into ports as long as it makes them [money] good to have some of these folks pushing back." You don't have permission to access the page you requested What is this page?The website you are visiting is protected.For security reasons this page cannot be displayed Plans to ban cruise ships from the port of Nice have been scaled back by the city’s mayor amid concerns from local businesses.  Original plans by mayor Christian Estrosi would have seen a ban on ships with more than 900 passengers docking at the port in Nice or in the bay of nearby Villefranche-sur-Mer The move was welcomed by ecological groups but faced backlash from businesses in the area and from the cruise ship industry with Nice a major stop for Mediterranean cruises.  Estimates were that each passenger docking in Nice or Villefranche-sur-Mer spent around €70 with the plans resulting in a potential loss of up to €15 million for business The mayor has therefore decided to compromise on the ban ships with less than 450 passengers will still be able to dock in Nice port.  Ships with up to 2,500 passengers will be able to dock at Villefranche-sur-Mer although no more than one cruise ship can dock at any given time Ships with 2,500 or more passengers will be directed to nearby ports such as Cannes or Marseille.  A vote on the proposition will be held this Friday (March 7) around 20 cruise ships set to dock in Villefranche-sur-Mer this summer have a capacity of 2,500 or more according to the Port of Nice In Nice only 10 of the 125 or so ships scheduled this summer have a capacity of 450 or more The U-turn has led to criticism from ecological groups who supported the previous ban calling Mr Estrosi’s actions “an environmental scandal and a political disgrace.” and our coastline must not become a sacrifice zone to satisfy the economic interests of a few,” said Juliette Chesnel-Le Roux Read more: Scotland-France ferry plan faces delays Eight pairs of tickets for this summer’s festival are available exclusively to Connexion subscribers Recent power cut in Spain and Portugal is warning to holidaymakers 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Not long ago, this corner of France had acted as little more than a stopover point for travelers en route to Italy but that changed when a new train line unfurled from the north bringing with it foreigners waving prescriptions for a healthy dose of the region’s winter’s sun.  The Côte d’Azur maintains a glorious allure with its intoxicating mix of sun and the green mountain interior beckoning today’s batch of adventure travelers Check out these top 13 best places to visit in Côte d’Azur The capital of the Côte d’Azur, Nice has undergone a complete refresh in the last decade or so As the UNESCO Winter Resort Town of the Riviera Nice is no longer living off its reputation for beaches alongside cool wine bars and independent boutiques in trendy yet local neighborhoods such as the Port and Libération See the stunning 19th-century Opéra de Nice, stroll through the narrow streets of Vieux Nice (the Old Town) and dive into the city’s history at Musée Massena.  Planning tip: The easiest way to get into town is on Nice's inexpensive east–west tram L2 with departures every 10 minutes from 8am to 8pm Irresistibly photogenic Villefranche-sur-Mer starts at Nice’s eastern edge but is a world away from the buzz of the big city where locals catch up on gossip at the Wednesday and Saturday morning produce markets or play pétanque in the shadow of the high-walled 16th-century Citadelle Ste-Elme Start by admiring the green thumbs of residents along rue Volti and rue Baron de Brès known for pastel facades rue de Poilu is a hub of activity with restaurants and small lavender-fragranced boutiques selling floaty dresses and wide-brimmed straw hats The whimsical brushstrokes of Jean Cocteau cover the walls and ceilings of the must-see Chapelle St-Pierre telling the story of Villefranche’s fishing traditions Planning tip: Pause for a bite along the quay at upscale La Mère Germaine,  locally-loved Lou Bantry or hipster rooftop bar Achill’s.  the town’s oldest neighborhood with quiet streets Visit the castle-set Musée des Explorations du Monde that harbors treasures from all four corners of the world and marvel at the 17th-century Église Notre-Dame de l’Espérance.  Detour: Take the 20-minute ferry from the Cannes coast and escape to the sweet smell of pine and the gentle sound of waves on Île Ste-Marguerite is covered in numerous walking trails with hidden coves for refreshing dips set inside the imposing 14th-century Château Grimaldi where Picasso set up his studio in 1946 Planning tip: Head to the resort of Juan-les-Pins just outside Antibes for the gorgeous sandy beach perfect for sunset watching check out Anse de l'Argent-Faux (also known as Billionaires' Bay) with sublime vistas of Cap d’Antibes.  Smaller than New York’s Central Park and with a population of just 36,000, Monaco is the world’s second-smallest country and one of its most dense Nowhere else on the Côte d’Azur feels so built up over 20% of Monaco’s territory is made up of gardens towering cranes are as ubiquitous as superyachts and sports cars as the principality stretches up and out to sea to maximize every centimeter of its limited space but is now balanced out by local experiences – and flavors – that add another side to Monaco’s real identity and culture.  the Belle Époque marvel that put Monaco on the map Finish with the bustling Marché de la Condamine a hub of cheap and cheerful local eats.  Planning tip: On foot is the best way to get around Monaco with no distances longer than an hour’s walk apart Swap the stairs – and catch your breath – in one of the area’s 79 public lifts or 35 escalators Best for spectacular Belle Époque villas  Jutting out into the Mediterranean with the bays of Villefranche-sur-Mer and Beaulieu-sur-Mer on either side St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat’s leafy streets provide the perfect cover for their grand private residences High walls and locked gates obscure most of the multi-million-euro mansions from view.  However, the peninsula’s greatest architectural treasure, the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild is one of the finest attractions on the entire coast As soon as you set foot inside the ornate pink-and-white Belle Époque villa you’ll be swept back to a time when Louis XVI furniture and Fragonard paintings were the height of fashion Planning tip: Save plenty of time for the nine themed gardens that fan out from the villa A thick yellow brushstroke of mimosa (wattle) bloom defines the French Riviera in winter. Mandelieu-La Napoule, the resort town at the western end of the Baie de Cannes, is considered the mimosa capital. Its biggest draw is Château de la Napoule a waterfront medieval fortress turned magnificent villa set in 6 hectares (14 acres) of manicured gardens Planning tip: The main events to note in your calendar during the flowering season include February’s Fête du Mimosa a five-day celebration with flower parades Grasse’s status as the world capital of perfume was cemented with the awarding of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage status in 2018 A trio of local fragrance houses dominate this sprawling town stretched out high in the hills above Cannes Hands-on experiences are the real highlight when in Grasse allowing you the chance to play perfumer for anywhere between 20 minutes to an hour You can reserve workshops at all three perfume houses online – Fragonard Molinard and Gallimard – but with its city-center location middle and base notes to create a custom scent to take home Best for lemon-scented old town exploration There’s something about the mountains-meets-sea microclimate of Menton This last curve of France before the Italian border is the most northerly place in the world that lemons can grow.  During February’s annual Fête du Citron celebrations the streets around the waterfront light up in every shade of yellow and orange Tickets are required for the lively street parades of floats built out of citrus fruits and flamboyantly dressed dancers but you won’t need to pay a cent to admire the gigantic citrus displays sculpted to a different theme every year in Jardins Biovès Detour: Clinging to a rock face 800m (2624ft) Ste-Agnès claims to be the highest coastal village in Europe It’s among the most beautiful villages in France with a 10th-century château and showstopping coastal panoramas A ride from Menton will only take 20 minutes.  Best for awe-inspiring coastal panoramas  The three corniches (coastal roads) cling to the cliffs between Nice and Monaco. You could drive this route without stopping in under an hour, but that would mean skipping many of the Côte d’Azur’s crown jewels, one of which is Èze.  Parking can sometimes be tough but this isn’t a stop to miss: snuggled into a rocky nest nearly 500m (1640ft) above the sea, Èze is a Côte d’Azur sparkler where the narrow medieval streets all lead to one place, the Jardin Exotique d’Èze a serene multi-level garden where cacti grow among the ruins of the old château Detour: Next to Èze is another breathtaking craggy village called La Turbie It is famous for the Tête du Chien viewpoint where you can see three countries: France a sporty 1½-hour hiking trail along an old mule track that winds up in Gourdon.  Le Pont du Loup is the launching pad for incredible hiking which is emerging as the foodie destination of the Côte d’Azur hinterland Planning tip: Loup River villages are perfect for gastronomic exploration. Bacho Brewery has the region’s best craft beers, SPELT restaurant serves divine spelt risotto with lobster and Tom’s Glacier is known for delicious violet ice cream.  Best for stunning alpine hikes and ancient engravings Stretching from the Côte d’Azur into Haute Provence, Parc National de Mercantour is a magnificent national park that encompasses 679 sq km (262 sq miles) From wildlife-spotting opportunities (you can see marmots chamois and ibex) to dramatic alpine hiking trails it’s the ultimate playground for outdoor fans.  Within the park  are two mysterious valleys (des Merveilles and de Fontanalba) shaped by the glaciers with numerous crystalline lakes and more than 40,000 engravings from the Neolithic and Bronze Ages.  Planning tip: Reach the carvings after two to four hours of walking from the car parks in Les Mesches or Casterino from the end of May to the beginning of October It’s best to sleep on-site at the nearby mountain refuges Merveilles and Fontanalbe A 40-minute drive northeast from Cannes, St-Paul-de-Vence is a ridiculously pretty hilltop village that is a particular magnet for tourist buses in summer. Beat the crowds by following the Sentier des Fortifications Henri Layet a discovery walk around the base of the ramparts that tells of the village’s history as both a military stronghold and an agricultural heartland.  Cast your gaze down the flanks and you’ll notice neat rows of vines. This municipal parcel is cultivated by Domaine des Claus a biodynamic vineyard in nearby Tourrettes Sur-Loup The path ends at the southern part of the thick medieval walls you can head back into the village – but before you do This article was adapted from Lonely Planet’s Provence & the Côte d’Azur guidebook, published in May 2024. Just a few kilometres from the Baie des Anges, Villefranche-sur-Mer is one of the most beautiful natural harbours in the world (yes!). Its Provencal vegetation and crystal-clear water are an invitation to let go and relax. Colourful facades, anchored yachts and Mediterranean atmospheres are all within reach! Une publication partagée par Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur (@visitsouthoffrance) As a passionate photographer and particularly keen on architecture and colours the town of Villefranche sur Mer had everything for me A two-week stay last summer with a tight programme: charging my batteries and above all combining discovery Villefranche was a rediscovery because I’d been here as a child and I’d sworn to come back here one day My memories were intact and the magic had me under its spell again: the little streets And it’s difficult to forget that the sea water plays a colourful game with the reflections of the houses and restaurants Villefranche offers a changing palette of colours as the day goes by and I love to play with it Villefranche-sur-Mer is the essence itself of the French Riviera and the colourful bustling and very popular town has some things of interest not to miss: I love architecture in its natural habitat and little by little photography became a passion for me I’m in charge of communication and content for the Works Committee of the RATP for Culture and Leisure I’m always looking up so as not to miss an unusual photo I have more than 26,000 photos on my mobile and a huge amount on my computer I live in the Paris region which is a great playground for all my location scouting With the purpose of understanding the mechanisms of sea urchin development embarked on a four-week journey to the town of Villefranche-sur-Mer They went to investigate the mechanisms of gene expression between the vegetal and animal sections of the sea urchin embryo of Paracentrotus lividus This embryo has a pigmented band in the equatorial plane of the egg that allows for a splendid microsurgery to split it in two and extract RNA for sequencing Villefranche-sur-Mer is home to the Laboratoire de Biologie du Développement de Villefranche-sur-Mer (LBDV) of the Institut de la mer de Villefranche (IMEV) This research facility became our base for the duration of the project This historic place has been a prison and hospital Her support greatly enriched their research experience We investigated the sea urchin embryo of Paracentrotus lividus By studying the differences between the vegetal and animal sections of the embryo we hoped to gain insights that could have implications for our understanding of developmental biology The journey was as enlightening and sportive Alejo had the opportunity to ride his bike in the same routes highligthed in the Tour de France Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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All Rights Reserved. 301 Route 17 N, Suite 1150, Rutherford, NJ 07070 USA | Telephone: (201) 902-2000 FranceChevron Saint-Jean-Cap-FerratChevron Maybe the best medicine is a romantic escape to St Tropez with her handsome beau Mathieu (Charles Martins) a fishing village an hour and a half east of St along with the neighboring Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula stands in for its glamorous counterpart through much of the episode As Camille (Camille Razat) and Mindy (Ashley Park) embark on a last-minute dash to turn Emily’s weekend à deux into a girls-only vacation filming locations toggle between spots on this stretch of the French Riviera—such as La Grande Corniche a coastal road that twists and turns 1,000 feet above sea level—and a few actual St including Café Sénéquier on the yacht-lined harbor (There's also a cameo from the opulent Château Diter in the Grasse hinterland.) it seemed that show producers had finally caught onto what locals like me already know: that the area’s understudy is better than the lead Café Sénéquier is one of the few filming locations that's actually in St the boutiques that open out onto Villefranche’s narrow streets behind the restaurant-lined quay are packed high with fabrics the colors of sunshine that mirror the warm yellows and dusty oranges of the centuries-old buildings There are no blingy nightclubs à la Les Caves du Roy superyachts jostle for space out in the bay each summer you’ll also find one of the last families of fishermen selling freshly caught bream and red mullet in the mornings their painted wooden pointus (fishing boats) bobbing in the gentle tide below them This casual glamour is what attracted the Seibel to the area. As she scouted locations for the show’s fictional St. Tropez nightclub Laurent G’s, she found what she was after at Paloma Beach in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat “We looked for a beach club in Saint-Tropez but the ones I saw were more show-off I felt I could do what I wanted with it—plus it was more romantic,” she says family-run beach club with views towards the imposing maritime slopes has been a summer favorite since it first opened in 1948 Within walking distance, the Grand-Hotel-du-Cap-Ferrat, a Four Seasons Hotel From Emily’s swish sea-view suite to the water’s edge swimming pool and gleaming lobby the grand residence at the tip of the Cap Ferrat peninsula encapsulates the timeless luxury of the French Riviera “There are some very expensive hotels around St Tropez but I didn’t think they had that Riviera feel,” she says Because filming took place when France was under curfew in the spring of 2021 the cast and crew had the five-star address to themselves “We had the chance to stay there and film and use it as this beautiful hotel she is meant to go to in St “It’s a stunning place with lovely people and it really suited the show.” The setting was so perfect that she hardly needed to change a thing “All I did was add some flowers,” she says I’m also not surprised that Seibel chose to work the Chapelle Saint-Pierre on the Villefranche harbor into the storyline the whimsical paintings of French poet and artist Jean Cocteau illuminate the village’s fishing traditions across every surface except the floor it was accurate: so small and unique—and very French,” says Seibel of the 14th-century chapel illuminated by dozens of tea lights Seibel strategically placed around the chapel only hints at the wonder of this intimate space The off-season, when the streets empty of tourists and the village lights dance across the bay in the twilight, only serves to heighten the magic of this low-key Côte d'Azur community. And Emily, you and your friends are welcome back any time. up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse We understand that time is the greatest luxury which is why Condé Nast Traveler mines its network of experts and influencers so that you never waste a meal or a hotel stay wherever you are in the world a family diving club ideally located at the Port Royal de la Darse in Villefranche-sur-Mer and the team are on hand to answer our questions and tell us all about their business which they’ve been doing with passion for years which was a good idea for the chilly person that I am and to avoid a nasty jellyfish sting Don’t forget to bring a pair of beach shoes for this short walk We then boarded the boat and enjoyed the crew’s commentary on the history of Villefranche-sur-Mer tracing the city’s extremely rich past through the Citadel the old town and the buildings of the Darse harbour… which you can admire from the sea The journey is made all the more pleasant by the fact that the boat moves through the harbour at a pleasant pace allowing us to quietly observe the landscapes around us We soon arrived at the spot where we were to enjoy a snorkelling trip which aims to protect biodiversity through the use of eco-actions and respect for the species found there We were told that this is an eco-responsible activity and what we should be doing to minimise our impact on the flora and fauna Then it’s time to get down to business wetsuit on… we’re ready to jump into the water for this underwater experience which means we’ll have the benefit of top-quality supervision from a team that’ll take great care of us and the enchantment began: the many species of fish paraded before our eyes The site is particularly beautiful and the instructors’ comments are very interesting This outing is suitable for all levels and profiles Everyone’s needs and wishes are listened to and taken into account A truly personalised service that’s much appreciated swimming and sunbathing on the boat… it’s time to head back to shore you’ll be shown the majestic villas that can be seen from the sea on Cap-Ferrat and in Villefranche their history and the personalities who have lived there the experience comes to an end… Once changed It was a great opportunity to chat and share our feedback on this fun I highly recommend this aquatic attraction which combines history and the discovery of marine fauna with a mask and snorkel Assistant Director of Marketing and Communication at the Nice Côte d'Azur Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau Sign up now to get a sneak preview of exclusive offers new experiences and all the news about Nice Home / Tested for you / Activities at sea / Snorkelling between land and sea Villefranche-sur-Mer make the most of free access to over 60 sites and attractions for 24 BUY YOUR FRENCH RIVIERA PASS Make your life easier and save money during your holidays in Nice Côte d’Azur don’t hesitate to get the French Riviera Pass Explore the wonders of Nice Côte d’Azur with the French Riviera Pass Since its launch the French Riviera Pass has become an invaluable ally for exploring all the gems of the Nice.. your new exploration game between the sea and the mountains This XXL Exploration Game offers 21 adventures spread across our territory Discover the Nice Côte d’Azur while having fun Book on-line or in our information offices Book my adventure online ! your new exploration gamebetween the sea and the mountains This XXL exploration game offers 21 adventures spread across our territory go up to the highest mountains and stop off in the towns and villages around Nice In Nice on the ground floor of the Palais du Sénat a historic landmark that is also home to the Nice Heritage Centre the “Atelier Cuisine Niçoise” offers cookery classes Book your cookery class Nice is renowned as much for its tourist appeal as for its art of living and its cuisine Traditional Mediterranean cuisine with lots of vegetables If you’re looking for a souvenir or gift idea don’t hesitate to visit our online shop Visit our on-line shop Discover our wide selection of shops and boutiques Make the most of your holiday in Nice Côte d’Azur.. 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Canadian winters can be quite harsh at times An updated historical plaque commemorating Hamilton parks and public works builder Thomas.. is a semi-autobiographical collection of stories about growing up.. the history of the Côte d’Azur has been closely linked to that of the 7th art and its iconic characters the Mediterranean coast has progressively become a must in one of the natural settings that film-makers most want to use A little overview of the great films which have marked the Côte d’Azur Une publication partagée par Palais des Festivals, Cannes (@palaisdesfestivals) Voir cette publication sur Instagram  Une publication partagée par Housequake (@housequakecom) Les compères was filmed with Gérard Depardieu and Pierre Richard a film by Luciano Emmer where the artist can be seen painting La Guerre et la Paix in a chapel in Vallauris and doing charcoal sketches of the roofs of the town Une publication partagée par Oliv' (@ninoudelakemia) Une publication partagée par Classy | Old Money (@classeheritage) and also certain scenes from Never Say Never Again The gardens of Villa Maria Serena also hosted the team of In the Name of My Daughter the town of Menton and journalists awarded an Orange Prize to the nicest stars and a Lemon Prize to the less cooperative ones Arletty was awarded the Orange Prize unanimously and in 1963 the Lemon Prize was awarded to Brigitte Bardot Une publication partagée par La Colombe d’Or Lovers Account (@lacolombedor.fr) Une publication partagée par SAINT-TROPEZ, ITS BAY & MORE ! (@ilovegolfedesttropez) There’s just no way you can talk about the cinema and the Côte d’Azur without mentioning Saint-Tropez 6 mythical Gendarme de Saint-Tropez films were shot here with the legendary Louis de Funès Romy Schneider and Jane Birkin were together to film La Piscine in1968 other film stars have left their mark in Saint-Tropez because she spent her holidays there with her family where she invited the élite of the 7th art Two years after Brigitte Bardot’s début in films it was Jean Sieberg’s turn to prove herself during the filming of Bonjour Tristesse Saint-Tropez had the privilge of seeing Jean-Paul Belmondo play alongside Claudia Cardinale the little Mediterranean town became the setting for the famous sitcom Sous le soleil de Saint-Tropez until the 2000s Saint-Tropez also hosted the filming of La Vérité si je Mens 2 and Hors de Prix The editorial team takes you to Villefranche-sur-Mer a tourist resort on the French Riviera We help you explore a town that sits between the land and the sea We arrive at Villefranche-sur-Mer train station The town is serviced – twice an hour – by the line from Marseille to Ventimiglia The journey from Monaco takes 14 minutes on the train Our path continues to the maritime station Villefranche offers sea excursions: out on the water to spot dolphins; or coastal trips to see Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat or Monaco from the sea We are starting our climb to the top of the town Our first stop is in front of the Saint Elme Citadel built in 1557 by order of Emmanuel-Philibert de Savoie to defend the town and protect the port Our journey continues through the streets of the old town Villefranche is one of thosse colourful towns that are typical of southern France where white mingles with orange and coral red On one side of a small square is the church of St Michael including an 18th-century sculpture of Christ The building was classified as a historic monument in 1990 let’s talk about urban planning; the Villefranche coastal strip is protected from all new construction thanks to the ‘loi littorale’ (coastal law) of January 3 It is a way of preserving the ecological balance of the shoreline as well as the various nature spots and natural spaces Our journey ends on Villefranche’s beaches The well-equipped beach boasts snack bars LIRE AUSSI : PHOTOS. 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Tropez For This Small Harbor Town And It's Perfect‘Emily in Paris’ returned for a second season of immaculate French backdrops and mood-board worthy aesthetics Amara Amaryah•Jan 3 ‘Emily in Paris’ returned for a second season of immaculate French backdrops and mood-board worthy aesthetics except, this time, looking beyond the chic streets of Paris The Netflix show saw Emily trading the glamour of St Tropez for one of France’s quaintest harbor towns To escape the romantic complications in her Parisian life Emily makes for the warm and romantic scenes of France’s beloved destination for luxury careful attention will show that the fictional representation of St Tropez lacks some well-known spots of the luxurious coastal town The show substituted the casual French glamour of St Tropez for the quiet charm of Villefranche-sur-Mer and unsurprisingly prompted wanderlust amongst viewers in the process embark on an unforgettable girls’ weekend in the so-called St being wooed by the provincial charm and unstated glamour of what has to be an unparalleled paradise on the French coast But why did producers choose to film these scenes in the charming winding streets of Villefranche-sur-Mer rather than in the much loved yacht-lined bays of St lesser known harbor town because of the casual though romantic feel that effortlessly spills out of every sunlit aspect which is perhaps the opposite of the show-off and highly glamorous air of St Seibel added but I didn’t think they had that Riviera feel” it truly illuminates the beauty of seaside towns on this stretch of the French Riviera it was accurate: so small and unique—and very French,” said Seibel whilst discussing the decision to include the Chapelle Saint-Pierre Amongst the romantic narrow cobbled streets and the crystalline waters that we glimpse in the series enjoying the slow paced rhythm and sounds of the town while the local fishermen handle their daily selection of fresh fish is a choice way to spend the warm afternoon the main beach ‘Plage des Marinières’ with its 1 km stretch of coastal beauty is one to add to the list It is also absolutely worth visiting the world-renowned citadel Chapelle Saint-Pierre is steeped in history dating back to the 14th century and the later transformations by painter Jean Cocteau give it an appropriate air of mysticism for the romantic town Follow in Emily’s steps and stay in the Grand-Hotel-du-Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel basking in the old-school glamour and relaxed elegance of the hotel the old-town and the harbor-front restaurants as strategically donned in ‘Emily in Paris’ The great appeal of the small town is the picturesque nature of the area Soak up the candle lit ocean-side view and enjoy a meal at Les garçons a restaurant complete with Mediterranean charm The colorful and unpretentious glamour of Villefranche-sur-Mer is a welcome contender in the endless list of breathtaking French beach towns and through the recommendation of ‘Emily in Paris’ a free daily newsletter that features the best of travel and guides to the cities you love from a new point of view — yours you agree to our terms of service and privacy policy Queen Elizabeth Once Stepped In To Prevent Snoop Dogg From Being Banned From The UK United Airlines Flight Attendant's Armrest Announcement Sparks Social Media Frenzy ‘Basketball Wives’ Star Mehgan James Speaks Out About Popular Bahamas Island With Flesh-Eating Bacteria After Friend Loses Leg Chaos Erupts After Ethiopian Airlines Passenger Forced To Give Up Seat For Minister Paramount+'s 'MobLand' has rapidly garnered a wide audience thanks to its fascinating characters and gorgeous scenic backdrops A 27-year-old Chinese student living in Japan was rescued twice from Mount Fuji within days – the second time after reascending for his phone The Haifeng is Taiwan’s first luxury dessert-themed train It redefines the afternoon tea experience with some Michelin-starred desserts is taking a step towards opening its doors to international travelers discovering these dishes is recognizing that the rice you're eating in Louisiana has a cousin in Lagos “These photos were taken in August of last summer on a trip to the south of France, between Nice and Menton, 10 minutes from the border of Italy. Saint-Jean Cap-Ferrat, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, Ventimiglia, Cap-d’Ail, Èze, Villefranche-sur-Mer, Mala. Swimming in the Baie du Soleil during our last days in the south. Surrounded by sun-drenched skin almost 24/7. We had just picked up our rental car and drove to a secluded beach to explore. Sasha telling me secrets with a sun-kissed eyeball. Allegria and her son were new friends I made; we had a playdate at the beach and he learned how to give massages. The insides of our house, a special moment in history kept intact. Someone stole my camera and caught me happy. Katerina memorizing some auditions one morning. Chloe and I mid-pose and covered in salty water.