A region open to the Mediterranean, the Côte d’Azur lives up to its name! Benefiting from exceptional sunshine throughout the year, it has already amazed more than one with its cobalt blue...
From Cap Martin to Cap d'Antibes via Cap d'Ail and Cap Ferrat, let yourself be seduced by the beauty of the coastline. Come and find calm in the small coves, in the shade of the pines, far from the crowds of tourists.
Here are 5 must-see sites to do if your vacation is on the Côte d'Azur this year.
Imagine a high mountain site where history is written on the rocks . Leaning on either side of Mount Bégo, which culminates at 2,872 meters above sea level, the Vallée des Merveilles includes more than 40,000 rock engravings. These inscriptions are now classified as historic and protected monuments.
A magnificent site that can be discovered during a hike, where it is not uncommon to see chamois and marmots.
One of the gems of the Verdon region , you reach this spectacular and still little touristy site by following the Basses Gorges path on foot from the place called Saint Jaume, or by renting a canoe. You can admire the Baudinard canyon, which forms the first part of the Gorges du Verdon.
It is a real cliff corridor that will stretch out in front of you, the limestone walls are home to many caves and labyrinths.
Each of the three islands off Hyères has its own nationality:Porquerolles the largest and most family-friendly will delight diving and cycling enthusiasts. Port Cros , wilder, lovers of hiking and the Levant naturist enthusiasts.
But all have the same treasure:a coastline, between fine sandy beaches and coves bordered by turquoise waters. These preserved islands have many surprises in store for you, especially if you rent a boat to visit them.
Volcanic massif marking the natural border between the Var and the Alpes-Maritimes , the Estérel unfolds a superb coast of colors:throughout the day, the red color of the rock changes shades with the light.
Inland, nature lovers can hike near Esquillon, Pic de l'Ours or Mont Vinaigre.
But of course, the Côte d'Azur is also large tourist cities like Saint-Tropez, Cannes or Nice , known respectively for the glamorous side, the Croisette or the Promenade des Anglais.
These posh places, crowded in summer, are often easier to reach by boat than by car.
Take advantage of the fresh morning air to take a walk in the market then come and have a little pastis on the terrace before a well-deserved siesta and a game of pétanque on the village square.
Listen ! We can already hear the cicadas singing…
