Sun-drenched cities facing the blue sea, villages perched in the Maritime Alps: a weekend in the south of France between events and relaxation
La Côte d'Azur, with its palm trees on the seafront, its (almost all) pebble beaches, its large avenues and narrow streets with flowers in the windows, it is a postcard to be seen at any price with the arrival of summer.
In fact, from spring onwards, the south of France takes on a true splendor. The towns come alive with tourists looking for relaxation but also fun. chin, Well, Cannes and me picturesque towns Located in the hills that frame the coast, they are among the most popular destinations.
CHIN
It is the first town you come across when you arrive from Italy and the impression it gives is that of having in front of you a postal. Overlooking the bay, old Menton has ochre-coloured houses perched on the hill overlooked by the Basilica of Saint-Michel Archange, which dominates the landscape and the view extends to Ventimiglia. He Old neighborhood It is all a crossroads of alleys that lead to small squares. The bistro tables face the Promenade du Soleil, the promenade that leads to Roquebrune-Cap Martin, always full of people who want to admire the blue sea.
NICE
The queen of the French Riviera offers countless itineraries to those who, in addition to lying on the very long white pebble beach, wants to go for a walk. Starting since Promenade des Anglais You enter the side streets to discover the pedestrian alleys, shops and typical restaurants. The beating heart, however, is the old city, Vieux Nice, divided from the modern city by Place Massena. Here you cannot miss a stop at the flower market, a visit to the church of Santa Reparata and a walk through the hill to the remains of the old castle (you can go up on foot or by elevator). On clear days you can glimpse the Corsican coast.
CANNES
is the most elegance of the French Riviera, frequented by high society, stars, tycoons and all those looking for guaranteed fun. Cannes is home to the most beautiful hotels on the coast, the most modern clubs and the most exclusive shops. the famous Palace of Festivals which hosts the Film Festival every year always attracts prominent personalities. On the main avenue, the Croisette, it is easy to meet familiar faces and see luxury cars speed by. However, if you enter the historic center, the suquet, you immediately immerse yourself in the typical southern French city, with its old buildings, alleys, squares and the inevitable outdoor tables.
VILLAGES
The Côte d'Azur is also famous for its villages, medieval villages located between the mountains, which can be reached by traveling along the three cornices, the winding roads that climb to the top of the Maritime Alps. Saint Paul of Vence, Eze , Cagnes Top, Santa Inés, Roquebrune-Cap Martin, Grasse These are just some of the best-known towns. Each one with its own particularity, but all united by narrow alleys, flowers in the shop windows, local craft boutiques and small typical restaurants. Impossible!
