The Maeght Foundation in Saint-Paul-de-Vence was created in 1964, with modern architecture by Josep Lluís Sert. The first private art foundation, it focuses on all areas of modern and contemporary art.
The Fondation Maeght presents works by Georges Braque, Alexander Calder, Marc Chagall, Christo, Alberto Giacometti, Vassily Kandinsky, Fernand Léger, Joan Miró, Antoni Tàpiès, etc. The permanent collections include major works by the greatest artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. "Paintings, sculptures, drawings, graphic works, stained glass, installations and fountains" are partially on public display. Some sculptures are on display, right from the entrance into a vast park.
Chapelle Saint Bernard
The Saint Bernard chapel preserves a beautiful Christ from the XIIᵉ century as well as a Way of the Cross by Raoul Ubac.
This courtyard is aptly named, since the artist himself installed here, among others, the two versions of Man Walking, Standing Woman and the various versions of Woman of Venice.
This courtyard is therefore a Giacometti museum in itself.
The Miró labyrinth
This Miró labyrinth is a magnificent journey through some twenty sculptures and ceramics by Joan Miró (aided by the Artigas, father and son). Indeed, the route is enchanting, through the estate's pine trees and architectural circulation.
Temporary exhibitions
The Fondation Maeght regularly organizes temporary exhibitions, always of course of modern and contemporary art. They provide an opportunity to (re)discover remarkable artists whose works come from other international galleries and museums.
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Practical information about the Fondation Maeght
Fondation Maeght 623 Chemin des Gardettes 06570 Saint-Paul de Vence
Access via a small, steep path, a 12-15 minute walk. In July-August-September, a shuttle leaves from the Chapelle Matisse in Vence. Open daily, 10am-6pm and 7pm in July-August Official website
The hinterland of Provence and Côte d'Azur is an area rich in history and art. Nature offers breathtaking scenery. In short, the Riviera hinterland is as attractive as the coastal towns.
What to see in the hinterland of Provence and Côte d'Azur
But also small villages or a few towns that have retained a strong authenticity:
Coaraze
Entrevaux
Falicon
Fayence
Gassin
Gorbio
Gourdon
Mougins
Peillon
Sainte-Agnès
Touët-sur-Var
Tourrettes-Levens
Tourettes-sur-Loup
Vallée de la Roya : Breil-sur-Roya, Saorge, Sospel
Vésubie Valley: Lantosque, Saint-Martin-Vésubie
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The towns and villages of the hinterland are scattered over a vast area. And unfortunately (or fortunately?), not all towns and villages are easily accessible by public transport.
The train
Not all hinterland sites are well served by train. Grasse, for example, is very easy to reach. Be aware, however, that the station is just below the old town. And beware: some station names (Golfe Juan-Vallauris, Biot-Antibes Est, for example) give the impression that these towns are served. In reality, they're more than a 30-minute walk away from the station, via steep streets.
Buses
There are many bus routes serving the hinterland in all directions. As a result, we can't give details of all these routes here. However, you should be aware that most of the sites in the Alpes-Maritimes can be reached from the larger towns, such as Nice. Find out more from the Local tourist offices.
Visit Saint-Paul-de-Vence because it is the world's most famous little village on the Côte d'Azur. Indeed, in this village perched on a promontory, two foundations and artists' studios welcome visitors all year round. And that's not all. Here we present the essentials of Saint-Paul-de-Vence.
What to visit in Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Everything is worth visiting in Saint-Paul-de-Vence: the old village, the Maeght foundation, the CAB foundation, the Folon chapel, the artists' studios, but also the old cobbles of the Grande rue, the oil mill, the keep, etc.
The Fondation Maeght was created in 1964 by Aimé and Marguerite Maeght, with modern architecture by Josep Lluís Sert. The first private art foundation, it focuses on all areas of modern and contemporary art.
It exhibits the most famous artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. See our page on the Maeght Foundation.
The CAB Foundation (Contemporary Art Brussels) is a center for contemporary art, specializing in minimal and conceptual art from the 1960s onwards. This foundation is an extension of the parent foundation in Brussels.
It maintains a permanent collection of works, but opens to the public mainly for its temporary exhibitions. Citing, among others, the artists: Carl André, stanley brouwn, Philippe Decrauzat, Dan Flavin, Ann Veronica Janssen, Donald Judd, John McCracken, Jean-Pierre Pincemin, Claude Rutault, Keith Sonnier, Fred Sandback.
Practical information about the CAB Foundation
5766, chemin des Trious
Open daily, depending on the exhibition, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (to be verified according to current temporary exhibitions).
Jean-Michel Folon (1934-2005) was a Belgian artist, draughtsman (notably renowned for his illustrations and posters), painter, sculptor and more. He decorated the Chapelle Sainte-Croix or Chapelle des Pénitents blancs. The multidisciplinary artist created 8 canvases, 4 stained glass windows, 2 sculptures and a very large mosaic. All these works can still be seen today. With their soft hues, pastel tones and harmony of soft blue and orange-yellow, they give a great impression of tranquility. The very serene, fraternal motifs highlight the spirit of the place, when the White Penitents came to the aid of the poor.
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Chapelle Folon Place de l'église
May 1 to September 30: 10am to 12:30pm then 2pm to 6pm. October 1 to April 30: 10:30am to 12:30pm then 2pm to 4pm. Closed January 1, November and December 25.
The small cemetery of Saint-Paul-de-Vence seems quite modest. However, it contains two tombs of remarkable celebrities:
Marc Chagall (1887-1985), who lived in Saint-Paul-de-Vence from 1966 until his death. His tomb is a simple slab on the ground, partially covered with stones, according to Jewish custom.
Aimé and Marguerite Maeght, creators of the Maeght Foundation, whose tomb is also partly covered with stones.
Artists' studios
The village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence is still home to artists' studios. Most are open to the public, and can be visited with the discretion and respect due to their location. You can visit them with the discretion and respect due to the place. In the streets, these studios are a bit like the mirror of the galleries that exhibit famous artists. When you visit, the art lover becomes like one of the characters in an immense tableau vivant.
The old stones of the village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence always enchant visitors. In fact, you won't know where to turn. Numerous panels provide historical and artistic information about the site. Better still: your phone will give you a multimedia complement of information, thanks to the NFC technology of most smartphones. The cobblestones of the Grande rue are regularly arranged to form the images on the ground. We never tire of taking photos of them, and sometimes hesitate to walk on them.
Passing here and there through the alleyways, we discover a sort of bridge connecting two houses on either side of the street. These pontis were created to connect, not quite two houses, but several rooms in the same house, rooms located on either side of the street. Sort of private corridors spanning the street.
Situated on a rocky spur, the small village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence was once a stronghold, surrounded by ramparts. With its towers, ramparts with machicolations and loopholes, its old keep, a large part of the feudal fortifications were completed by Vauban's developments.
All of these fortifications are worth a visit in themselves, through the town and along the outside of the ramparts.
Saint-Paul-de-Vence practical information
Saint-Paul-de-Vence is not served by any bus. The village is accessible by car or bus. From Nice or Cagnes-sur-mer, line 655 (Cagne-sur-Mer-Vence by Saint Paul). Stop at St Paul Village.
Visit Biot and discover a Provencal village, perched on a hill overlooking the sea. The traditional activities of the old village (pottery, agriculture) have declined to the benefit, on the one hand, of a Sofia Antipolis technology park and the development of the modern city, and on the other, of the blossoming of artists, such as Fernand Léger, Raymond Peynet, and the development of glassworks.
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Visit the old village of Biot
The old village of Biot is magnificent to stroll through. You'll need to take a stress-free stroll to discover and appreciate the old stones lining the little streets, the porches, the vegetation that gently invades the streets in places, the fresh arcades, the pebbled pavements, and so on. It's a whole medieval village to discover: Rue de la Calade (the descent), Place des Arcades, Rue de la vieille boucherie, Rue de la poissonnerie, Rue des Tines (the vats), Porte des Migraniers (the pomegranates, the fruit), etc. For the record, most of the streets in the old village are steep. So take your time. Lovers of old stones and beauty won't regret it.
The Musée National Fernand Léger is housed in the Mas Saint André, which the artist bought shortly before his death. Fernand Léger (1881-1955) was a famous painter, greatly influenced by Cubism, Picasso and Braque in particular. He worked with Apollinaire, Cendrars, Modigliani, Delaunay, Chagall, Soutine and others. But he was also a ceramist and sculptor. He also created tapestries, stained-glass windows, mosaics, etc. His works can be found in Italy, the Netherlands, Venezuela, the United States, Australia, in short, all over the world. The Musée National Fernand Léger owns some 300 works by the major artist to understand the evolution of art in the intellectual ferment of the early 20th century and in the constantly evolving artistic visions.
Practical information about the Musée Fernand Léger
Musée national Fernand Léger 255 Chemin du Val de Pôme 06410 Biot
Open daily 10am-5pm, 6pm April-October Except Tuesdays, January 1, May 1 and December 25
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Visit Biot's glassworks
Since the middle of the 20th century, Biot has become the great capital of blown glass. You can watch glass being blown, demonstrating the skill of the master glassmakers. Biot glass is essentially bubbled, meaning that it uses the bubbles contained in the thickness of the glass as a decorative motif. This bubbled glass is not compulsory, but it is one of the distinguishing features of Biot glass. There are several art glassworks in Biot. Here is a list of the most important. Some have their own store in Biot village.
La Verrerie de Biot Chemin des Combes Hours: in summer 9:30am to 8pm, Sundays and public holidays 10:30am to 1:30pm and 2:30pm to 7pm. Winter: 9.30am to 6pm, Sundays and public holidays 10.30am to 1pm and 2.30pm to 6.30pm
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Pierini Glass Art Center 9 chemin du Plan, route de la Mer Monday to Saturday 10am to 12:30pm and 2pm to 7pm (in winter until 6:30pm) and Sunday 2:30pm to 6:30pm (in winter by appointment)
Verrerie Val de Pôme Chemin du Val de Pôme Hours: in summer from 8am to 7pm Monday to Friday (in winter 6:30pm) and Saturday from 2pm to 7pm (in winter closed on Saturday)
Verrerie Farinelli 465 route de la Mer 10am to 12:30pm and 1pm to 7pm Monday to Saturday
Léo Glass Dream 399 chemin des Rouvres Jean-Paul Van Lith 44 bis, impasse Saint-Sébastien
Ecomusée du verre à Biot
This ecomusée du verre brings together a glassblowing workshop, training in the glass professions, the protection and safeguarding of knowledge and techniques, the conservation of works of art, etc. Verrerie de Biot - Chemin des Combes - 06410 Biot Guided tours or audioguides, on request.
Biot history and ceramics museum
This museum preserves the memory of Biot pottery, from ancient times. Indeed, Biot was once a major pottery center. The museum exhibits objects that are part of Biot's history: ornamental fountains, jars, costumes, crafts and photographs of life in days gone by.
Practical information about the Musée d'Histoire et de Céramique de Biot
Musée d'Histoire et de Céramique de Biot 9, rue Saint-Sébastien 06410 Biot
July 1 to September 30, 10 am to 6 pm. Beyond, from 2pm to 6pm. Except Mondays and Tuesdays, January 1, May 1 and December 25.
Many artists open their studios to the public: painters, sculptors, draughtsmen, metalworkers, ceramists, jewelers, leatherworkers, photographers, etc. You can discover them in and around the old village. To find them, you can download a detailed brochure from the Biot Tourist Office.
Parc départemental de la Brague
A 480-hectare park is open to the public, featuring typical Mediterranean landscapes: pine forests, garrigues, oak groves, rockroses and myrtles. Strollers will also discover ancient remains: mills, quarries, etc. The Parc Départemental de la Brague is crossed by the Brague river and criss-crossed by numerous hiking trails.https://www.biot-tourisme.com/randonnees-bien-etre/ These hiking trails, moreover, surround the town of Biot, well beyond the park.
Practical information about Biot
You can get to Biot by car or by bus. By car, there's one thing you must do: park around the old village. There are several parking lots within a 5-10 minute walk of the old town center. By train No train, the Biot-Antibes Est station is a long way away, and it takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour to walk to the old village. From the station, it's best to take bus line 10, Biot village stop.
Plans and itineraries to download from the Tourist Office website Official website
Visit Vallauris, a town famous for the presence of Picasso, who was himself drawn to the craft of ceramics.
In Place Paul Isnard, you can admire a famous Picasso sculpture: L'Homme au mouton. This sculpture is so much a part of Vallauris life that the square is often named: Place de l'Homme au mouton.
Old town of Vallauris
The Old Town of Vallauris has an ancient center, between rue Haute, rue des Tours, rue Clément Bel and montée Saint-Anne. It's pleasant to stroll around in a soothing atmosphere, although this old center doesn't have the charm of Vieux Grasse or that of Haut-de-Cagnes.
The actor Jean Marais (1913-1998) is indissociable from films such as La Belle et la bête, the Comte de Monte Cristo, the Bossu, and so on. But he was also a director, writer, painter, sculptor and potter. It was this very art that attracted him to Vallauris, where he trained and worked the clay, without however ceasing his other artistic activities. Not far from the Old Town, the old cemetery preserves the tomb of Jean Marais, adorned by a statue created by the artist, Jean Maris himself.
Vieux Cimetière de Vallauris Allée du Souvenir Français 06220 Vallauris Golfe-Juan
The Château de Vallauris dates back to the 16th century. It was the priory of the Lérins monks, lords of Vallauris from the 11th to 18th centuries. It took on the appearance of a roofed Renaissance château, with two corner towers to the south. The chapel is Romanesque, dating from the 13th century. It was decorated by Picasso.
Picasso Museum War and Peace
The Picasso Museum in Vallauris, more precisely known as the Chapelle Picasso, is located in the former chapel of the château. This is where Pablo Picasso painted two opposing works: war and its misfortunes on the one hand. Peace on the other, and the joy of living. These works gave the museum its name: La Guerre et la paix. This is one of Picasso's major works. But the museum also features collections of the artist's ceramics.
Practical information about the Picasso museum
Musée Picasso La Guerre et la paix Place de la Libération, 06220 Vallauris
Open daily, 10am to 12:15pm and 2pm to 5pm from September 16 to June 30. In summer, closed 10am to 12:30pm and 2pm to 6pm. Except Tuesdays, January 1, May 1, November 1, November 11 and December 25.
The Magnelli and Ceramics Museums are housed in a former priory belonging to the monks of Lérins, lords of Vallauris from the 11th to 18th centuries. Note the Renaissance staircase leading up to the ceramics museum.
The Magnelli Museum
The Magnelli Museum houses important works by the Florentine painter, Alberto Magnelli (1888-1971). Visitors will discover colorful canvases in a style largely oriented towards abstract art.
Practical information
Musée Magnelli et le musée de la céramique Place de la Libération 06220 Vallauris
From September to June, 10am to 12:15pm and 2pm to 5pm, every day except Tuesday, January 1, May 1, November 1 and 11, December 25.
July to August, 10am to 12:30pm and 2pm to 6pm, every day except Tuesday.
The ceramics museum
On the second floor, the ceramics museum welcomes visitors. This museum features an interesting collection of utilitarian ceramics, mainly for cooking. Then there are artistic ceramics from the 1950s. They are generally very creative and colorful, in keeping with the heyday of Vallauris. Finally, the visit ends with contemporary works. This museum regularly organizes temporary exhibitions.
Practical information
View practical information about the Musée Magnelli Official website
Kitsh Museum
This kitsh museum showcases part of Vallauris' tourist ceramics production. The factories produced colorful souvenirs. They are not of great artistic interest, but bear witness to the town's activity, especially between the years 1950-1970. Le Tanagra 67, Avenue Georges Clemenceau Open during the summer season
The Lérins Islands are two islands, Sainte Marguerite and Saint Honorat, off the coast of Cannes. Accessible by boat, they are very popular in summer. Many yachts drop anchor between the two islands. There are also a number of restaurants. Please note: there are no garbage cans on site. You must take your garbage home with you.
Lérins Islands : Sainte Marguerite
Sainte Marguerite is the larger of the two islands. It's also the most visited. The island's unspoilt nature, the Fort Royal and the Iron Mask Museum are all of interest. This island has been inhabited by Ligurians since antiquity (6th century BC). The Romans built a port here, the remains of which (houses, mosaics, shipwrecks) are now underwater. The island served as a defense for the Counts of Provence, and never again left this military role, not even under the Spanish.
Preserved nature
The island of Sainte Marguerite is 3km long and 900m wide at its longest point. It is almost entirely covered by eucalyptus and pine forests. A botanical garden features cypresses, cedars of Lebanon, palms, banana trees, numerous citrus species, fig trees, almond trees and, of course, olive trees. The garden is also planted with flowers, giving it a thousand colors in the summer months. Paths criss-cross the island, allowing you to walk around it in about 3 hours. Numerous educational panels provide information on the flora and fauna. Gorgeous coves dot the coast, where rocks, turquoise-blue water and the green of pine trees blend.
Royal fort
The Fort Royal was built by Richelieu (17th century), then reinforced by the Spanish, then by Vauban. It remains in a good state of preservation. To ward off potential enemies, two furnaces were built to red-hot cannonballs. It was used to heat the cannonballs, which caused fires in addition to the usual damage. It housed the defending armies, then later, when the threat disappeared, it was transformed into a priison, until 1880. Thus, Protestants (after the Edict of Nantes, 1685), the Iron Mask (from 1687), Algerian political prisoners, including Abd-El-Kader's smala (from 1843), were locked up here in turn. The island also boasts a small Muslim cemetery. All this history is still present. Visitors will discover the rooms that have become cells, as well as a number of objects and information panels on these events. Note also that the terrace offers a magnificent panorama.
Eco-musée sous-marin des îles de Lérins
An underwater eco-museum is the artistic work of Jason deCaires Taylor. He created giant faces, copied from real Cannois faces. They were imerged
Musée du masque de fer
The Iron Mask (? - 1703) was imprisoned at the Fort Royal from 1687 to 1698. This enigmatic prisoner wore an iron mask at all times, so that no one could see his face. No one knows who he is. Adulterous brother of Louis IV? The conspirator François de Vendôme, Duc de Beaufort, suspected of being the real father of Louis XIV? Molière? Nicolas Fouquet, Superintendent of Finances? Count Ercole Mattioli, Secretary of State to the Duke of Mantua? A lover of the queen? All hypotheses have been put forward, but there is no historical evidence to identify the prisoner. There is also no evidence that the prisoner wore this mask all the time, which could have caused him a variety of illnesses. What seems certain is that he was an important and refined figure. Music was played in his cell. He wore fine, elegant clothes, according to Voltaire. He was in the custody of Saint Mars, who transferred him with him to the Bastille, where he died.
Isle Saint Honorat is smaller than Saint Marguerite. It is around 1km long and less than 500m wide. It has been inhabited by monks since the 6th century. Saint Honorat became an important center for the dissemination of Christian thought. The monks built a fortified monastery in 1863.
The monastery tower overlooks two cloisters (15th century). It housed not only the monks' activities, but also, on the upper floor, the military personnel in charge of the island's defense. The Cistercian monks produce a locally renowned wine and liqueurs. The island also boasts a number of chapels (10th century), 7 in all, other buildings (11th century) and 2 furnaces for reddening cannonballs (1794), which visitors will discover as they wander around the island.
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Practical information
Please note: There are no garbage cans on the islands. Visitors must bring their own garbage with them and not leave it to the local authority. It's not complicated, just remember to bring a bag or box for this purpose.
Departures from Cannes, all year round quai Laubeuf
Summer departures from Nice, to Sainte Marguerite (not Saint Honorat) Quai des Docks (on the Château hill side)
The Suquet in Cannes is the old town of Cannes, set on a hill 66m above sea level and topped by a feudal castle. It lies entirely between boulevard Victor-Tuby, rue du docteur Pierre-Gazagnaire and rue Georges Clemenceau.
The town was founded by the Ligurians in ancient times, and was later dominated by the Counts of Provence. A castle existed from the early 11th century, completed by the great tower in 1080. Little by little, a fortified village grew up. And so, from this medieval evolution, Suquet retains the Tour du Suquet, the church of Notre-Dame-de-l'Espérance, the chapel of Sainte-Anne and all the steep little streets.
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The Tour du Suquet
The former grand tower of the ancient château, the Tour du Suquet dates back to the 11th century. It's a perfect parallelepiped, not very original architecturally, but worth a visit. From its summit, there's a magnificent panorama of the town and the Bay of Cannes.
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The Church of Notre-Dame-de-l'Espérance
The church was completed in 1627. Originally, its interior was relatively sober. The interior walls were whitewashed. But the side chapels were entrusted to artisan brotherhoods, who were responsible for decorating them. And so, little by little, other elements came to complete the works of the brotherhoods. Several wooden sculptures stand out: - St. Anne, the Virgin and the Child Jesus, from the 14th century - St. Anne, from the 15th century - the altar of the Saint-Pierre chapel - a beautiful wooden carved Christ from the 15th century - etc
Also of note: the 1857 organ, the painting Mort de Joseph entre la Vierge et le Christ, in the Saint-Joseph chapel.
Saint Anne's chapel
This chapel dates from the 11th and 12th centuries. It was the former Notre-Dame-du-Puy church, which had become too small for the number of parishioners. The church of Notre-Dame-de-l'Espérance was built in 1627, and Notre-Dame-du-Puy became the chapel of Sainte-Anne. Today, it is home to the Musée des explorations du monde, formerly known as the Musée de La Castre.
Musée des explorations du monde
The Musée des explorations du monde conserves art objects from the Himalayas-Tibet, the Arctic, pre-Columbian America and Oceania, hence the museum's name, as well as Mediterranean antiquities. It also displays 19th-century Provencal landscape paintings.
Practical information
Musée des explorations du monde Place de la Castre - Le Suquet 06400 Cannes
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm (6pm from April to June) Closed: May 1, November 1, November 11, December 25 and January 1.
La Croisette in Cannes is the long boulevard that runs alongside the sea. It's located between the beaches and luxury buildings, planted with palm trees and pines.
Over approximately 2600m, Boulevard de la Croisette links Cap de la Croisette in south-east Cannes to the old town of Le Suquet. The wide sidewalk makes it an ideal promenade, facing the Bay of Cannes. The promenade continues, well beyond the Croisette, all the way through town, to the seaside railway station.
Fountains, a carousel, public benches, blue chairs, a rose garden and monuments (General De Gaulle, Albert 1st King of the Belgians) line the route. There's also the Palais des festivals et des congrès, and the ports. Not forgetting some magnificent buildings on the other side, such as
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the Villa des dunes (N°90-92),
le Martinez (N° 73), an iconic hotel for the stars,
the Carlton (N° 58), another iconic hotel for the stars,
the Malmaison (N° 47), now a contemporary art center,
the Majestic hotel (N°10),
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As you can see, this is an environment of natural beauty and luxury that leaves no one indifferent.
The Festivals and conventions palace; the french Palais des festivals et des congrès, welcomes the biggest stars to be photographed during the famous ascent of the steps. Needless to say, it's a pretty busy place for photographers. But this palace has other functions, as it is officially called the Palais des festivals et des congrès. It can also host meetings or corporate projects.
The red carpet at the Festivals and conventions palace in Cannes
In fact, 24 red-carpeted steps have become emblematic of the Cannes International Film Festival. These famous steps are accessible to all, and you can even climb them and have your picture taken with friends, like the star you are, outside festival periods, of course. And, pleasant surprise, many artists' effigies await you at the top of the steps. In fact, you can even have your photo taken with a famous actor or actress. But when we tell you that at the Palais des festivals in Cannes, you're the star!
More than just the Cannes Film Festival
There are several festivals in Cannes, in addition to the famous Cannes International Film Festival:
a Festival of Pyrotechnic Art,
also an International Games Festival,
The Palais des festival is also a magnificent performance venue that opens its doors throughout the year for concerts, plays, comedy shows, etc. This Palais des festival in Cannes is also home to... the Office du tourisme.
The star trail at the Palais des festivals et des congrès>
Film stars have left their handprints in aluminum casts. These casts line the Palais des Festivals. They are accessible to all. It won't be easy to see them all, as there are so many. In fact, there are more than 150 of them around the Palais and gardens.
Practical information
Palais des festivals et des congrès 1, boulevard de la Croisette 06400 Cannes
The Renoir Museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer is a vast estate planted with olive and citrus trees. It was here, from 1908 until his death, that Auguste Renoir (1841--1919) painted some of his canvases, full of color and light.
The museum exhibits 14 paintings by the master. Visitors can also discover some of the pieces as Renoir left them. And, more surprisingly because it's less well known, one room is devoted to Renoir's sculptures. Towards the end of his life, Renoir was very interested in sculpture. Unfortunately, he was losing some of the use of his hands. So, he called in a young sculptor, Richard Guino, who followed Renoir's instructions and eventually, sculpted works, just as Renoir wanted them.
The garden at the Domaine des Colettes
The garden of the Renoir Museum is worth a visit. It offers a haven of peace in the heart of the city. Strollers will discover centuries-old olive trees. Behind the farmhouse, you can also visit Renoir's (reconstructed) vegetable garden.
Practical information
Musée Renoir chemin des Collettes 06800 Cagnes-sur-Mer
Opening June to September: 10am-1pm // 2pm-6pm (gardens open 10am-6pm). October to March: 10am-12pm // 2pm-5pm. April to May: 10am-12pm // 2pm-6pm. Closed Tuesdays and 25/12, 01/01 and 01/05.
Cagnes-sur-mer boasts an old town center, Haut de Cagnes, a seaside resort, Cros-de-Cagnes, a racecourse, museums, beaches and more. It's an attractive town that appeals to lovers of beaches, history, art, sports, etc.
The town of Cagnes lies between Nice and Antibes, on the edge of the Baie des Anges. A Promenade runs for miles alongside the sea. The beaches are made up of pebbles, some tobacco-free, others accessible, others for dogs, etc. The town has a multiple configuration, between the present-day town, the Cros-de-Cagnes, (the old fishing village), the Haut-de-Cagnes (the old town) and the Renoir museum and its garden of hundred-year-old olive trees.
Le Cros-de-Cagnes, the old fishing port of Cagnes-sur-mer
Le Cros-de-Cagnes is an old fishing village. If tourism is replacing this activity, it's because the village has preserved a certain authenticity, far from the concrete development seen further on. The neighborhood is home to a port, mainly small boats, including the famous pointus and a few fishing boats. The local Italian fishermen built the Chapelle des pêcheurs (1863). This chapel has been damaged but restored time and again. Although small in size, it boasts a handsome campanile (circa 1900).The streets are those of a fine seaside resort, with restaurants, shops selling local produce, etc. Le Cros-de-Cagnes is particularly attractive. Cros-de-Cagnes is particularly lively in summer. Attend the boules games on Place Saint Pierre, stroll the shopping streets, such as Avenue des Oliviers, or the very flowery Allée des Villas fleuries.
Le Haut-de-Cagnes is the ancient town of Cagnes-sur-mer, perched on a promontory overlooked by the Château Grimaldi. Although it's by the sea, the streets rise to an altitude of 91 m. This ancient village retains its narrow streets, ochre facades, vaulted passageways, pebbled cobblestones and plants growing alongside the houses. In short, Haut-de-Cagnes is full of charm. So much so, in fact, that many artists have spent long periods here. Among the most famous are Renoir, Soutine, Modigliani, Ziem, Klein and others. And today, many artists' studios are located here. It's fair to say that Haut-de-Cagnes has become the Montmartre of the Côte d'Azur.
The Château Grimaldi in Cagnes-sur-mer (14th century) dominates the Haut-de-Cagnes area. Once the property of the great and powerful Grimaldi family of Antibes, the medieval château became a museum in 1946. Or rather, it became a museum complex, housing the Musée de l'Olivier and the Musée méditerranéen d'Art Moderne. It also hosts major art exhibitions.
Place du Château 06800 Cagnes-sur-Mer Open 10am-12pm then 2pm-5pm, until 6pm from April to September inclusive Except Tuesdays, January 1 and December 25. Official website
The Notre Dame de protection chapel
It dates from the 14th century and features frescoes depicting the lives of Jesus and Mary.
The small church of St. Peter and St. Paul retains a number of frescoes, statues and, in particular, 18th-century paintings. A special feature: The church is built on a sloping relief at the foot of the castle. As a result, when entering from the upper street, the entrance is at first-floor gallery level. The church contains the tombs of the Grimaldis of Cagnes. There is also a fine collection of antique santons.
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The town of Cagnes is accessible by car, bus and train. But be aware that Haut-de-Cagnes is about a 30-minute walk from the station. Nothing insurmountable, but you'd better be aware of it if you're coming with suitcases or backpacks. Ditto for the Renoir museum.
The Museum of Contemporary Jewelry
This museum presents fine collections of jewelry by international designers, dating back to the 1960s. It is complemented by temporary exhibitions, around artists or a theme.
Musée du bijou contemporain Haut-de-Cagnes - place du Château 06800 Cagnes-sur-Mer
Hours July and August: Wednesday to Monday, 2pm to 6pm, with late-night opening until 7pm on Fridays during "Jazz at the Château" evenings. April, May, June and September: Wednesday to Sunday, 2pm to 6pm. October to March: Wednesday to Sunday, 2pm to 5pm. Closed Tuesdays and on 25/12 and 01/01.
Visit Beaulieu-sur-mer, a town best known for its Greek-style Villa Kérylos. The town also boasts two harbours, an old town center, sandy beaches and a casino.
Greek Villa Kérylos in Beaulieu
The Villa Kérylos is a world apart, with recent architecture and decoration in the ancient Greek style. Everything has been designed with this in mind, from the architecture to the furniture, crockery and decorative objects. Villa Kerylos is well worth a visit. See our pages on Villa Kerylos.
The beaches
The fine sandy beaches offer much sought-after relaxation. Baie des Fourmis and Petite Afrique are the largest and most sought-after. Beaches are public or private.
The André Cane Berlugan Heritage Museum
This museum showcases the Berlugan life of Beaulieu-sur-mer's former inhabitants. From Roman coins, to costumes, to ancient tools, to the life of the inhabitants in days gone by. Musée du patrimoine berlugan André Cane 27 Boulevard Marinoni 06310 Beaulieu-sur-Mer Site officiel
The Belle-Epoque villas of Beaulieu-sur-mer
Beaulieu-sur-mer was home to an entire middle-class population, who had remarkable villas built in the Belle Epoque style. Note that Beaulieu-sur-mer's most famous villa, the Villa Kerylos is not in the Belle Epoque style.
It still remains
the Palais des Anglais, a former luxury hotel with a facade surprisingly topped by a lion and unicorn scumpture.
the bandstand on Place Marinoni, with its remarkable ironwork.
the Villa Andalousia
the former Hotel Bristol.
A little further on, adjoining Monaco, is Cap d'Ail. At Cap d'Ail, you'll discover numerous other Belle Epoque villas:
le Château des Terrasses,
Villa Lumière,
Villa Hélios,
the former Hotel Eden,
the Villa les Camelias.
Practical information
Beaulieu-sur-mer is accessible by bus from several towns or by train, on the Cannes-Nice-Monaco-Menton line.
How do you find the Côte d'Azur or French Riviera rental that suits you best? There are plenty of hotel and apartment rentals in Nice and on the Riviera, including in the hinterland. We offer you a vast choice, depending on the town, with a few quick notions to help you in your choices.
Your rental in Nice
The capital of the Côte d'Azur brings together lovers of beaches, museums, old town, walking, sports, nature and culture. Another advantage is its central location. A good choice.
ANTIBES Interesting stay for its old town, museums and beaches. A lively town without being oppressive. Very busy in summer. Rental in Antibes
BEAULIEU-SUR-MER A town with an old center. Beach, boat trips, especially famous for its villa Kerylos. Rental in Beaulieu-sur-mer
BIOT Biot has retained its old perched village and Provencal atmosphere. Famous for its glassworks and artists. Fernand Léger Museum. The train station is a little way from the old village. Rental in Biot
CAGNES-SUR-MER Quartier de Cros-de-Cagnes, which is an old fishing village and the old hilltop village with its castle. A mix of ancient and modern. Beach, museums. Why not? Rental in Cagnes-sur-mer
CANNES Famous for its beaches, port, Croisette and festivals. The city is essentially modern and lively. Rental in Cannes
EZE Eze village delights those who appreciate old perched villages and exotic gardens. Beware, many visitors in summer. Not to be confused with Eze plage, by the sea. Rental in Eze
GRASSE Perfume capital. The old town of Grasse is very attractive, with many museums. The train station is a little far from the old town center. 1h by train from Nice, 1h45 from Menton. Rental in Grasse
GOLFE JUAN The old fishing village has retained its charm. It's a small port that's become very sought-after. Very busy in summer. Top of the range. Rental in Golfe-Juan
JUAN-LES-PINS The town has chic daytime tourism and a lively nightlife. Very busy in summer, it's a rather upmarket town. Rental in Juan-les-pins
MENTON Menton is a tourist town, lively in summer, attractive for its beaches, old town and local shops. Close to Ventimiglia in Italy. Very popular in summer. Rental in Menton
MONACO For fans of sailing, museums, gardens, who appreciate the modern city. Oceanographic museum. Very popular in summer. High-end stays. Rental in Monaco
SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT A town off the beaten track. Attracts beach, restaurant, shopping and boating enthusiasts. High-end stays. Rental in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
SAINT-PAUL-DE-VENCE A town in the hinterland of Nice, a well-preserved and pleasant old village, with memories of Marc Chagall, among others. Artists' studios. Fondation Maeght. Very popular in high season. Rental-in-Saint-Paul-de-Vence
VALLAURIS Capital of ceramics, Vallauris keeps the memory of Picasso, among others. Art museums. Artists' studios. Old town. Train station a little far from the old town. Rental in Vallauris
The Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes Marathon 2024 takes place on Sunday, November 3, 2024. It is undoubtedly one of the most famous marathons, bringing together this year 2024, some 17,000 runners for all events.
The Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes Marathon
This marathon, 42.195km long as it should be, takes in the Promenade des Anglais and skirts the sea all the way to Cannes. It's one of the most beautiful courses in the world.
If you feel like it (and are physically fit), try to beat the event's records: - Men: Abrha Millaw Abrha (Ethiopia) in 2h07'25'' (2018) - Women: Zenebu Fikadu (Ethiopia) in 2h28'15'' (2022).
All events during the Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes Marathon
Many events take place during the marathon.
The marathon itself, 42.195km
The 2 times 21.1km, so a marathon but for 2, relay in Antibes
The 20km, a half-marathon, finish in Villeneuve-Loubet
The marathon relay, so several people, in 6 stages Distances between each relay: - From Nice to Saint-Laurent-du-Var: 8.7 km - From Saint-Laurent-du-Var to Cagnes-sur-Mer: 3 km - From Cagnes-sur-Mer to Villeneuve-Loubet: 5.1 km - From Villeneuve-Loubet to Antibes Juan-les-Pins: 8.5 km - From Antibes Juan-les-Pins to Vallauris Golfe-Juan: 10.8 km - From Vallauris Golfe-Juan to Cannes: 6 km
Practical information
All departures are from the Promenade des Anglais in Nice, opposite the Albert 1er gardens. All runners take the same route as the Marathon. Finishings, depending on the event, are held at different locations, precise above.
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The French Riviera or Côte d'Azur is a part of southeastern France. The Riviera stretches from Cannes to Menton. Originally referred to as the French Riviera for the coastal towns, the term now includes both coastal towns and the hinterland.
Coastal towns on the Côte d'Azur or French Riviera
From Cannes to Menton, some fifty kilometers as the crow flies, France's most attractive towns await you. All have their own Provencal charm, atmosphere, relics of the past, museums, quality of life, etc.
We present them here. Our pages on the Côte d'Azur are not yet complete, so vast and attractive is this area.
The hinterland of the French Riviera abounds in natural beauty, small perched villages, artists' studios, towns with typical districts and much more. There are so many different places to visit, you'll never be able to do it all. We'd like to introduce you to some of them, with more in the pipeline.
Old Grasse dominates the region as far as the sea and the Bay of Cannes. Perched on a promontory, the old town, still inhabited, is made up of narrow streets and small squares with a certain charm.
Lanes and squares to discover
The alleyways, often steep, go up or down and at times turn into staircases. Most of the traffic is pedestrian, which makes for easy strolling and window-shopping. Indeed, there are many shops selling local products, from olive oils to perfumes.
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Promise yourself along the main axis (east to west) rue Droite, rue Marcel Journet, rue Jean Ossola. They lead to the Place du cours Honoré-Cresp, where children can stretch their legs or take a ride on the merry-go-round, and from which you can enjoy a magnificent panorama. These are the shopping streets of Vieux Grasse.
Also worth knowing is the beautiful rue du jeu de ballon, west of the old town. La rue Napoléon. The little rue de l'amiral de Grasse which leads to the very pleasant place de l'Aire. Or the rue du Grand Puy, adjoining the cathedral, which opens onto a breathtaking panorama.
Sites and museums to visit in Vieux Grasse
Grasse boasts a number of museums, not only of perfume, but also of fine arts and Provencal folk traditions. The painter Jean-Honoré Fragonard spent a long time in Grasse. Several sites are dedicated to him. Here's a list:
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes.
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse.
The Cathedral of Notre Dame du Puy in Grasse was built in the 13th century. Although somewhat austere and bare in appearance, it conceals a number of treasures.
Cathédrale Notre Dame du Puy à Grasse
The adjoining bell tower is 34m high. Today, it's reached by a beautiful staircase with two flights of steps and a fine carved door, dating from 1721.
The interior of the cathedral
The interior appears rather massive and dark. The central nave, 7m wide by 55m long and 19m high, is lined with 12 pillars, evoking the 12 apostles Religious works by Pierre Paul Rubens, Jean-Honoré Fragonard and Charles Nègre stand out
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Practical information
Cathédrale Notre Dame du Puy Place du Puy 06130 Grasse
Opening In winter Monday 9h -12h and 14h-17h Tuesday to Saturday 09h -13h and 14h-17h Closed on Sunday. In summer Monday 10h -12h and 14h-18h Tuesday to Saturday 10h -13h and 14h-18h Closed on Sunday.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes.
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse.
The Provence Museum of Art and History evokes Provence from prehistory onwards, with a focus on the arts from the 17th to the early 20th century.
Provence Museum of Art and History
This is both an archaeological museum, a museum of popular traditions and a fine arts museum.
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Among the works on display are Berthe Morisot's La Cueillette des oranges à Cimiez, or numerous works by Charles Nègre, painter and photographer, who used photography to reproduce famous paintings, such as Titian's Assumption (exhibited at the Basilica of the Frari in Venice). Also of note are numerous paintings of local landscapes.
Museum of popular traditions
Presented here are numerous folk objects and furnishings: a tricycle-horse, porcelain objects, a sedan chair, various musical instruments, the interiors of a typical folk home or those of a wealthier family, etc.
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Archeological museum
The area devoted to local archaeology features pottery and a skeleton under a batière grave, a rudimentary burial under flat tiles forming two slopes.
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The garden of the Musée d'Histoire et d'Art de Grasse
Visitors can enter the museum's small garden. It's a very pleasant place to stop.
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Practical information
Musée d'art et d'histoire de Provence 2 rue Mirabeau 06130 Grasse
Opening September 1 to June 30: 10am to 6pm. July 1 to August 31: 10am to 7pm. Closing: May 1, 1st Monday of January, February, March, October, November, December, December 25 and January 1.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes.
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse.
This Provençal costume and jewelry museum is the brainchild of Hélène Costa, wife of Jean-François Costa, head of the Fragonard perfumery.
See also the Fragonard perfume museum, the Jean-Honoré Fragonard museum
Provencal Museum of Costume and Jewelry
This museum preserves a wealth of Provencal clothing and jewelry, from the 18th to the late 19th century. Colorful garments, jewelry and ornaments take us back to the past of the Provence region.
Practical information
Musée provençal du costume et du bijou 2 rue Jean Ossola 06130 Grasse
Opening Open daily from 10am to 1pm, then from 2pm to 6:30pm
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes.
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse.
You enter via a staircase featuring stunning frescoes by Jean-Honoré Fragonard. They are in grisaille, showing an enlargement of the real door by a trompe-l'oeil door. Masonic and revolutionary symbols are also featured. Several rooms make up the interior of the bastide, exhibiting copies of important works by Fragonard.
What works and why copies?
Some of the works on display were commissioned by Mme du Barry, mistress of Louis XV, but she refused. A few years later, her cousin, the enlightened Alexandre Maubert, owner of the bastide, welcomed Jean-Honoré Fragonard. The artist exhibited the 4 rejected works, Progrès de l'Amour dans le cœur d'une jeune fille, and completed the salon's decoration with other paintings. Unfortunately, a descendant of Alexandre Maubert sold the paintings, which are now in New York. They are known as the Fragonard de Grasse. Thankfully, the seller had taken care to have very faithful copies made, which are now on display.
Other exhibits at Villa Fragonard
Since the acquisition of the villa by the city of Grasse, the museum has been enriched. On display, for example, are works by other members of his family (his son Alexandre Fragonard, his sister-in-law Marguerite Gérard, his grandson Théophile Fragonard), the painter's paint box, among others.
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Practical information about the Villa Fragonard in Grasse
Villa Fragonard 23 boulevard Fragonard 06130 Grasse
Opening School vacations (zone B): 1pm to 5:45pm. July 1 to August 31: 1pm to 6:45pm. Closing: May 1, December 25 and January 1. The villa is currently closed.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes.
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse.
The Fragonard Museum in Grasse brings together works by several renowned Grasse painters. You don't have to do it with the Musée de la Parfumerie Fragonard, nor with the Villa Jean-Honoré Fragonard, which we present elsewhere.
The Musée Jean-Honoré Fragonard celebrates the 18th-century painter, but not only.
Jean-Honoré Fragonard
One floor is devoted to the Grasse-born painter Jean-Honoré Fragonard (1732-1806). A score of canvases are on display: a few portraits, religious scenes or more flighty subjects. The paintings on display may change from year to year. They come from the Hélène and Jean-François Costa collection, former directors of the Fragonard perfumery.
Marguerite Gérard
Fragonard's paintings are complemented by those of the Grasso-born Marguerite Gérard (1761-1837). Marguerite Gérard was the sister-in-law of Jean-Honoré Fragonard, who taught her the art of intimate portraits and genre painting. She became a recognized painter and was able to live independently.
You need to be familiar with the play of light and shadow in these canvases, the realism of her materials (the silk dresses are models of the genre), the elegance of the scenes. In short, an artist worth (re)discovering.
Jean-baptiste Mallet
The Grasse-born Jean-Baptiste Mallet (1759-1835) painted many delicate, elegant and realistic genre scenes. He also painted more committed scenes, bearing witness to his Directoire and then First Empire era.
Exhibitions at the Fragonard Museum
The museum regularly organizes major exhibitions: Jean-Daniel Lorieux: photographer bienheureux, Mme de sévigné, etc.
Practical information
Musée Fragonard Hôtel de Villeneuve 14 rue Jean Ossola 06130 Grasse
Open daily from 10am to 1pm, then from 2pm to 6:30pm
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes.
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse.
The Galimard perfumery was founded by Jean de Galimard, supplier to King Louis XV. But it was in the mid-20th century that Grasse's first distillery was created. And the first vast space for perfume creation, open to all.
Everyone can visit the museum and the factory, with its laboratory where Galimard perfumes are created. But they can also sign up for a personal perfume creation workshop.
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cours Honoré Cresp 06130 Grasse
Opening Every day, 9:30 am to 6 pm. Saturday and Sunday, closed between 1pm and 2pm.
Guided tours, without reservation, every 20 minutes, every day.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes.
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse.
This perfume museum takes visitors on a journey through all the stages of perfume production, from raw materials to the final product. Visitors come face to face with an array of bottles, utensils, copper vats and other machines, a legacy of Molinard's past. But visitors also enter the soap factory, for Molinard does not restrict itself to perfumes alone. It develops a whole range of hygiene and beauty products, always based on subtle fragrances.
Practical information
Musée de la parfumerie Molinard à Grasse La Bastide 60, boulevard Victor Hugo 06130 Grasse
Opening times - October to March: Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm. During school vacations, open Sundays, 10 am to 6 pm. - April to September: Monday to Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm. July and August: daily, 10 am to 7 pm. Guided tours every 20 m.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes.
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse.
The Fragonard Perfume Museum presents a fine overview of the development of perfume, not just those from Fragonard. A museum of perfume through history and the world.
The Musée du Parfum exhibits around a hundred perfume objects: perfumers' vials, bottles and jewelry, seeds (myrtle, benzoin), amber, sandalwood, etc. This museum presents objects dating back to antiquity, sometimes astonishing as pommanders (round boxes containing different perfumes for prophylactic purposes) or bergamot boxes, (a box made from bergamot bark) a specialty of Grasse in the 18th century. This exhibition is complemented by numerous paintings, often of women at their toilette.
The Fragonard perfume factory
The Fragonard factory, opened in 1926, can be visited by appointment on a guided tour. See the huge copper retorts and alembics used to distill perfume. Or the small bottles containing the active ingredients of the perfumes. You'll also see how perfumes are packaged in bottles. Or other objects dating back to antiquity. This is the whole manufacturing process that you can see, as a happy complement to the museum.
Practical information
Fragonard perfume museum 20 boulevard Fragonard 06130 Grasse
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes.
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse.
This museum is one of the few on the subject. It cleverly highlights one of the local specialities: luxury perfumery. It features a large number of exhibition rooms, with a particular focus on
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the various trades involved in the perfume industry,
the history of perfume and perfumery in Grasse and around the world,
the production of objects related to perfume,
Visitors admire the beauty of perfume bottles through the ages. They are surprised by the interest in perfume in ancient times. A small garden, or rather a greenhouse, gives visitors a glimpse of some of the perfume plants on display.
Perfumery in Grasse
Thanks to its climate, many species of flowers have been cultivated in the Grasse area. This has been the case since the 17th century. These include tuberose, jasmine, iris, geranium and roses such as Centifolia. This activity is still very much alive, despite a certain decline, due in particular to synthetic odors. There are still around thirty small producers. Fortunately, the Musée de la Parfumerie preserves, if not the ancestral know-how of the growers, at least their memories and some of their techniques.
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Practical information
Musée international du parfum 2 Boulevard du Jeu de Ballon 06130 Grasse
Opening From September 1 to June 30: 10am to 6pm. From July 1 to August 31: 10am to 7pm. Closed May 1, 1st Monday of January, February, March, October, November, December, December 25 and January 1.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes.
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse.
Visit Grasse is to enter a world apart, one of elegance, luxury and refinement. Grasse is the city of perfumes. But we mustn't forget the history that has contributed to the development of the town of Grasse and its famous figures, the Admiral of Grasse or Jean-Honoré Fragonard.
Visit Old Grasse
This is where you'll discover Grasse's typical alleyways, which sometimes end in staircases, charming little squares, local produce, artisan workshops and more. Vieux Grasse can be synonymous with quality of life. And all the more so as the main museums open their doors in this part of the old town.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes.
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse.
The museum of the navy Amiral de Grasse will appeal to lovers of old boats, history buffs and the curious.
Museum of the navy Amiral de Grasse
This museum is located on the first floor of the Villa Fragonard. It evokes old sailing ships and the Marquis de Grasse Tilly, Count of Grasse.
A beautiful museum in the making
This small museum features numerous models of old boats, all linked to Admiral de Grasse. Visitors will also discover paintings of naval battles and representations of Admiral de Grasse in the company of La Fayette and George Washington.
A cannon, a costume, various objects and a bust of Admiral de Grasse complete the museum.
Who was Admiral de Grasse
François-Joseph Paul de Grasse (1722-1788) was an officer in the French Royal Navy. He distinguished himself in several European wars. But he is best known for his actions during the American War of Independence.
He led a decisive action in Chesapeake Bay (5 September 1781) against Admiral Thomas Graves' English fleet. Destroying enemy ships and preventing any resupply, he was responsible for the surrender of Yorktown (Battle of Yorktown, September-October 1781), which led to the independence of the American colonies and the founding of the Federal Republic of America.
Since then, he has become famous in the United States, often depicted in paintings of naval battles or war camps, alongside illustrious men of American independence.
Bust of Admiral de Grasse
A bust of Admiral de Grasse is located near the staircase leading to the museum. Another full-length statue can be found nearby, on the Place du Cours Honoré-Cresp.
Practical information
Musée de la Marine Amiral de Grasse
Villa Fragonard, 25 Boulevard Fragonard
06130 GRASSE
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Tuesday to Saturday: 10am - 12pm then 1pm - 6pm
WINTER
Monday to Friday: 10am - 12pm then 1pm - 5pm
Official website
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes.
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse.
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Table, 4 chairs, 2 armchairs
air conditioner
washing machine
small dishwasher
hair dryer
necessary for coffee, tea, etc.
armored entrance door and security closure
built-in safe
free fast wifi
wardrobe, storage
etc
We provide bed linen and bath towels for summer visitors. For information: the double bed is 140cm wide.
⚠ Please note: Double bed on the mezzanine with 8 high steps. Height under the mezzanine: 130 cm. Special but acceptable just for bedtime.
Transport to and from the studio for rent in Nice
The studio is served by all means of transport in Nice. The airport tram stops 7-8 minutes walk from the apartment.
Cabs
We can recommend a number of flat-rate cabs to take you to and from your apartment. This recommendation is completely disinterested on our part, and we receive no commission.
Bus
The bus lines serve the different districts of Nice. Most pass by the Promenade des Anglais, 2-3 minutes on foot.
Trams
The trams make it possible to connect the airport to the center of Nice, the port to the East, then to the north, such as the Museum of Modern Art or Place Garibaldi, for example.
Trains
The central station, the Thiers station is only 15 minutes away on foot. But you can also use the buses to get closer.
Airport
Nice-Côte-d'Azur airport is accessible by tram or taxi. In addition, be aware that all the precise information is given to you at the time of booking, according to your personal conditions of arrival. Stop of the tram 7 or 8 minutes on foot from our appartment.
Hend works with ceramics in Nice, first as a passionate amateur, then as a professional artist. Hend is now a well-known artist based in Nice.
Hend and ceramics in Nice
His material of choice is sandstone, with its diverse colors and textures reminiscent of nature.
Hend's artistic inspiration comes mainly from the sea, that beautiful sea in the Baie des Anges. Sea urchins, octopuses, shells, pebbles, Hend transcends them to give them a singular, original life. His works each possess a great deal of personality and sensitivity.
Octopuses series
Other production
Who is Hend
Hend Mokrani has followed an atypical and highly versatile career path. Indeed, we find her in international economics, then in youth protection. This didn't stop her, in parallel, from training in the ceramic arts in Sèvres, then in Vallauris. In 2015, she opened her own studio, first in Vallauris then in Nice. She has taken part in numerous international exhibitions (Italy, Spain, France).
Practical information
Hend céramique 6 rue de Rivoli (near Villa Massena and Hotel Negresco) 06000 Nice
The Musée Jean Cocteau in Menton celebrates the Prince of poets. Unfortunately, the large museum is currently closed. The works have been repatriated to another, smaller space, which is nonetheless well worth a visit.
Musée Jean Cocteau in Menton
The term museum displeased Jean Cocteau, who feared that his exhibited works would take on "an air of habit". For this reason, he himself oversaw the choice of works to be included in the museum's collections, and proposed a rotation of works on display.
The Musée Jean Cocteau collections
It's difficult to describe the collections of the Musée Jean Cocteau in Menton, as the works on display are regularly changed. Note that in addition to the museum's rotating collection, there are the lesser-known works of the Séverin Wunderman donation. Paintings, drawings, ceramics add up to an ensemble of over 2000 pieces, including famous major works alongside lesser-known ones. It's one of the great attractions of this museum that it keeps us discovering Jean Cocteau, the man who dabbled in everything
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Practical information
Le Bastion - Musée Jean Cocteau Quai Napoléon III - Bastion du Vieux Port
Open daily from 10am to 12:30pm and from 2pm to 6pm, except Tuesdays and on January 1st, May 1st, November 1st and December 25th.
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility, as located in a former 17th-century military fort.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse
The castle cemetery dominates the Vieux Menton. The cemetery sits atop a belvedere. It replaced the ruins of the old Grimaldi castle. A remarkable place. Flaubert and Maupassant, among others, celebrated this cemetery.
The Vieux Menton castle cemetery
The cemetery is divided into several floors.
On the lower level, the sober tombs are those of the Anglo-Saxons, Protestants. Not far away is the German part of the cemetery. Further on, the Italians, further still the Russians, etc.
Famous graves in the cemetery
There are many remarkable tombs with outstanding sculptures. We can't list them all here. Note the tomb of William Webb Ellis, the inventor of rugby. Note also the Lentz tomb. Ernest Lentz, suffering from tuberculosis, had come to Menton for treatment. In vain, he died on November 27, 1910. His young wife refused to leave him and committed suicide the same day. They were 24 and 22 years old. And above all, the Tombeau Lewandowska, of Polish princess Janina Jelowickich Lawandowska. The statue depicts the flight of a young woman, leaving her tomb, turning her back to the sea and rising towards the sky. Many of the tombs date from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, belonging to prominent local families.
As you make your way along, you'll also come across enamelled plates. They are brick-colored. They bear handwritten maxims, in French or other languages. These plaques support the meditation necessary for this place, and accompany the suffering of those who have lost a loved one. The plaques are the work of artist Jacqueline Verdini.
The Russian cemetery
Within the Vieux Château cemetery, a section is dedicated to the Russian Orthodox cemetery. As in Nice, many Russians stayed in Menton in winter. As early as 1880, a Russian square was laid out, around the Russian chapel of Notre-Dame-des-Affligés.
Practical information
Cimetière du Château du Vieux Menton unu, Mnt du Souvenir, 06500 Menton
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse
Old Menton, the Vieux Menton, is the original town, situated on a hill overlooking the Bay of Garavan.
Visit Old Menton
Stroll through the narrow streets and squares of Vieux Menton, look up at the bell tower of the Basilica of Saint-Michel Archange, look down at the pavement, take a passage under the houses, climb up to the castle cemetery.
The old white stones, ochre facades, green plants and blue sky combine to create a festival of colors. Stroll slowly through Vieux Menton, soaking up the old-fashioned atmosphere.
The forecourt of the Basilique Saint-Michel Archange
The façade of the basilica and its bell tower dominate the forecourt of the Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel. See the floor, it is paved with pebbles depicting the Grimaldi family coat of arms. To the west, the chapel of the White Penitents. To the east, the stairs of the Saint Michel ramp lead down to the coastline and the Sablettes beach.
It's a 360° experience.
The Basilica of Saint Michel Archange
The Basilique Saint Michel Archange was built in 1639. It has a baroque interior, with numerous chapels, each housing paintings and sculptures. The vaulted ceiling is a trompe-l'oeil by the Cerrutti-Maori family (possibly Carlo Cerrutti-Maori, the father, and painted or restored by Guillaume, the son).
The façade of this basilica is also in the Baroque spirit, but was completed in 1819. It is adorned with statues of (left) Saint Maurice, patron saint of the House of Savoy, (right) Saint Roch, healer of the plague, and (center) Saint Michael the Archangel.
The steeple is 53m high and dates from 1701.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse
The Peynet and cartoons museum is located in Old Antibes. It's well worth a detour for lovers of Peynet, lovers of cartoons and the curious.
Peynet and cartoons museum
Porcelain plate from the Rosenthal company with a drawing by Raymond Peynet
Raymond Peynet was originally a press cartoonist. He worked for the department stores. It was in 1942 that his career took a new turn. In fact, he created the amoureux, a couple that became world-famous. Declined in drawings, medals, fashion accessories, ceramics, sculptures, stamps, postcards, etc., these lovers. More than 300 works by Peynet make up the permanent collection of Peynet et du dessin humoristique in Antibes. There are two museums in France and two Peynet museums in Japan.
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Cartoons museum
Since 1995, the Peynet and cartoons museum has been home to a collection of humorous drawings. Part of the museum's collection of over 800 drawings and documents features rotating collections. Included are works by Faizant, Dubout, Moisan, Blachon, Chenez, Ricord, Mordillo, Uderzo, Morchoisne, Tim, Reyboz, Kristian, Bosc, Serre, Xavier Gorce, etc. All these works are cleverly staged in an attractive exhibition.
Practical information
Musée Peynet et du dessin humoristique Place Nationale 06600 Antibes
From November to March: open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm From April to October: open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 12:50pm and 2pm to 6pm Open every day except Mondays, January 1, May 1, November 1 and December 25.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns:
Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse
The most striking feature of this monumental work is its hollow structure made up of letters of the alphabet. In fact, this monumental work is made up of white letters, linked together and leaving a gap between each one. A partly transparent statue takes pride of place on the Saint-Jaume bastion. The public can enter inside. It's a play on light, transparency and brain stimulation, thanks to the multitude of letters it's composed of. This work belongs to the Musée Picasso in Antibes.
Where is Jaume Plensa's Nomade
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The port of Antibes was once protected by the Tour Saint-Jaume, destroyed in the 17th century. a fortification that would become part of the Vauban walls. Then came the Basion naval building, which was destroyed after 1985. Since then, and after restoration, the old Vauban fortifications remain. On this military bastion stands one of Antibes' now emblematic sculptures: the Nomade.
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Who is Jaume Plensa
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Jaume Plensa is a Catalan-born artist. He is the author of Conversation, the sculptures of seated men in Nice's Place Massena, among others. https://nice-riviera.com/place-massena-a-nice/ He creates works, mostly figurative, that are meant to be exhibited outdoors, in plain sight and most (not all) destined to travel from city to city.
Practical information
Le Nomade, by Jaume Plensa Quai Henri Rambaud 06600 Antibes
Open daily except Monday From September 1 to May 30: 10 am to 8 pm From June 1 to August 31: 10 am to 11 pm
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns:
Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse
The Picasso Museum in Antibes is housed in the Grimaldi Palace. It houses works by Pablo Picasso, but not only, as it also has a collection of modern art, among others.
Picasso's works
Picasso stayed in Antibes. During his stay, he worked in this Grimaldi palace. He left a legacy of 23 paintings and 44 drawings to the town of Antibes. These works are currently on public display. Later, the museum was enriched by ceramics by Picasso, produced in Vallauris. Other works from the Jacqueline Picasso donation will follow. Thus, a series of rooms will present a representative part of Picasso's oeuvre.
Works by Nicolas de Staël
Nicolas de Staël also lived in Antibes. Some of his works were donated by his widow, and the town itself enriched its collections, acquiring other important works by Nicolas de Staël. The works are not always on public display.
Modern and contemporary art
In 2001, two rooms were opened at the Musée Picasso to house donations from the Hans Hartung and Anna-Eva Bergman Foundation. But the modern art collections had been in preparation for a long time. Works by famous artists such as Arman, Balthus, Calder, César, Ernst, Hartung, Klein, Modigliani, Picabia, Schiller, etc.
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Practical information about the Musée Picasso in Antibes
From September 16 to June 14: 10am - 1pm / 2pm - 6pm From June 15 to September 15: 10am - 6pm Open every day except Monday, January 1, May 1, November 1 and December 25
The Picasso Museum is free for all, two weeks a year:
from the first Tuesday after November 1 to the following Sunday. from the first Tuesday in February to the following Sunday.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns:
Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse
The Antibes Fort Carré reflects the town's position, facing both the sea and Nice. A place with a double border, we explain why.
The Antibes Fort Carré on a border?
The Antibes Fort Carré is a Renaissance fort. Henri II (1519-1559), King of France, had it built to protect the town. Indeed, Antibes was under attack from looters from the sea. Above all, the fortress protected the population from the County of Nice. Antibes was located on the border between the Kingdom of France and the County of Nice. The latter was then under the domination of the Duchy of Savoy, against which Henry II was fighting several battles further north. It was therefore necessary to protect the town.
The Fort Carré in Antibes
The Fort Carré dominates a promontory. High ramparts with sentry walkways and watchtowers surround the central edifice. It is shaped like a four-pointed star. The interior contains a round structure, the Saint-Laurent Tower. Star-shaped, round structure, but why is it called Fort Carré? It's hard to find a square structure in this fort. But it is. Inside the central building (which can also be square), the courtyard is square, with a pointed extension at each corner. It is from this inner courtyard that the name Fort Carré is said to have originated. It is a handsome, solid edifice, with the watchtower rising 43 meters above sea level. Numerous rooms, designed to accommodate troops or spaces for defense and combat. It's worth visiting, both for its authentic fortress appearance and for the sublime panorama seen from the top of its walls.
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A preserved natural site
The Fort Carré is surrounded by a vast park of protected nature. It is home to typical Mediterranean flora and fauna. It is criss-crossed by paths that allow you to discover and appreciate a typical natural environment.
Practical information
Fort Carré in Antibes Avenue du 11 Novembre 06600 Antibes The entrance is around the fort. Enter from the east of the fort.
July 1 to August 31: 10 am - 6 pm September 1 to June 30: 10 am - 5 pm Please note: It remains closed during bad weather, as the stones become too slippery.
Open every day except Monday, January 1, May 1, November 1 and December l25.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns:
Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse
The Provencal market in Antibes features stalls full of colorful spices, mouth-watering cheeses, fragrant charcuterie, fruit and vegetables, and, depending on the season, artisan stalls. And, depending on the season, artisan stalls as well. This market offers local products in part, but not exclusively. Nowadays, the loud voices of the merchants are less audible, as they hail passers-by, boast about their wares or scratch neighboring vendors in a friendly and jocular manner. This market is replaced in the afternoon by the artisans' market. See days and times in the Practical Info section.
The artisans' market
The market welcomes artisans in the same hall. The artisans and artists set up shop, and it's a different kind of enchantment, in a quieter atmosphere. Painters, jewelry designers, potters, etc., present their handicrafts. Unlike the food market, these are not always the same artisans from one day to the next. Unlike the food market, these are not always the same artisans from one day to the next. See days and times in the Practical Info section.
Provencal market in Antibes Practical info
Provencal market Halles du cours Massena
Provencal market Open Tuesday to Sunday, 6am to 1pm Open daily in June, July, August, 6am to 1pm Craftsmen's market Open 3pm to 6pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday In summer, open 3pm to 6pm Tuesday to Sunday
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns:
Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse
There's nothing revolutionary about this free commune of Safranier in Antibes. No spirit of independence is claimed by its creators. This neighborhood is all about maintaining a certain quality of life. The area is pedestrianized. Numerous gatherings and parties are organized, to strengthen ties between members of the neighborhood and preserve their tradition.
The Safranier free commune in Antibes
The commune libre stretches around the Place du Safranier, in old Antibes, between Rue de la Tourraque and Rue du Haut Castelet.
Some Safranier events, among others
Giant aioli
Square ball competition
Pistou soup
Harvest festival
Chestnut Festival
Log festival = Fête de la bûche
and many more.
The Safranier free commune in Antibes came into being in the 1960s, in old Antibes. Commune libre is therefore understood as a neighborhood free not to be devoured by the modern world, free not to lose its past.
To visit Le Safranier
This is an area to visit on tiptoe, with the deepest respect for its inhabitants. Visit as if you were entering a guest's apartment.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns:
Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse
Of course, Old Antibes, the Vieil Antibes, is the original inhabitant of the modern town. Perfectly preserved and restored, it's a particularly pleasant place to stroll.
The Old Antibes, Le Vieil Antibes
There are charming little streets with a certain architectural unity. Stone, plants growing right on the street, soft green shutters and the pedestrianization of the area encourage you to take an idle stroll. Restaurants welcome you on their terraces or in their gardens. You'll discover artisan stalls, stalls selling local produce, etc.
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What to see in Old town
Amateurs won't want to miss the Rue de la République, towards the port, where they can discover craftsmen, such as glassmaker Didier Saba, or artists who visit from time to time. This is where you'll be immersed in a friendly, colorful atmosphere. You can also visit the Picasso Museum, the Peynet Museum, the Postcard Museum, etc.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns:
Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse
Agapé. The Love that Changes the World by Andrea Roggi is an exhibition that runs until December 15, 2024.
Agapé. L'Amour qui change le Monde by Andrea Roggi
Already from July 15 to September 12, works by the artist were installed on the Château hill. And since September 16, they've been on display on the Promenade des Anglais, from Rauba Capeù to Quai des Etats-Unis, as well as on the Cour Saleya. So, you have until December 15 to admire the fluid, graceful works of Andrea Roggi.
Andrea Roggi
The Italian artist is inspired by the concept of Greek love. These are bronze sculptures. Among those on show, two are particularly original:
- L'Amore, il Futuro del Mondo,
Il Futuro siamo Noi
Il Futuro siamo Noi détails
Il Futuro siamo Noi détails
Il Futuro siamo Noi détails
- Il Futuro siamo Noi.
Il potere dell’Amore.
Il potere dell’Amore détails
Il potere dell’Amore.
Il potere dell’Amore.
The most popular is undoubtedly the tree-shaped one next to the I Love Nice hashtag, Il potere dell'Amore.
On Instagram, the artist writes that through his works, he wishes to convey a profound message of hope, unity and human connection. The expressions shown in his creations perfectly convey the artist's philosophical message.
Useful information
Agapé. Love Changing the World by Andrea Roggi
from July 15 to September 15, 2024 on the hill of the Château de Nice
from September 16 to December 15, 2024 on the Quai des États-Unis.
The IRONMAN® 2024 Women's VinFast World Championship will take place on Sunday, September 22 in Nice. Start at 7am, quai des Etats-Unis.
Women's VinFast World Championship IRONMAN® 2024
Championnat du Monde VinFast féminin IRONMAN® 2024
Championnat du Monde VinFast féminin IRONMAN® 2024
This competition will bring together the best female triathletes in the world. It will welcome professional athletes, but also amateurs who have qualified throughout the year. At the finish, the top 3 professional triathletes and the top finishers in each amateur age category will be crowned.
Three disciplines
- 3.8 km swim in the Bay of Angels, - 180 km bike ride in the Nice hinterland, - 42.195 km, or a marathon of 4 loops along the Promenade des Anglais.
Every day, walkers can check out the changes to finally be ready on D-Day, including the course sign on the Promenade des Anglais.
will take place on Sunday, September 22 in Nice. Start at 7am, quai des Etats-Unis.
Women's VinFast World Championship IRONMAN® 2024
Championnat du Monde VinFast féminin IRONMAN® 2024
Championnat du Monde VinFast féminin IRONMAN® 2024
This competition will bring together the best female triathletes in the world. It will welcome professional athletes, but also amateurs who have qualified throughout the year. At the finish, the top 3 professional triathletes and the top finishers in each amateur age category will be crowned.
Three disciplines
- 3.8 km swim in the Bay of Angels, - 180 km bike ride in the Nice hinterland, - 42.195 km, or a marathon of 4 loops along the Promenade des Anglais.
Visit Cannes for its famous Croisette, its international film festival, its palaces, but also Le Suquet, i.e. the old town, its Forville market, its beaches, etc.
We have specific pages on these important places, which we invite you to consult. But don't overlook other possible sites you might enjoy.
The beaches of Cannes
There are numerous beaches all along the town. These are sandy beaches, well protected in the Bay of Cannes. Beaches are either public or private.
At the height of the summer season, they are very busy during the day, and some are lively at night. In fact, many beaches host concerts, which are very popular with the younger generation.
Lérins Islands
The Isles de Lérins emerge in the Bay of Cannes, opposite the town, just 1km from the Pointe du Cap, the Pointe Croisette district . Visitors to Cannes can easily visit the two islands of Sainte Marguerite (its coves, Fort Royal, the memory of the Iron Mask, etc.) and Saint Honorat (a Cistercian monastery open to the public). We present them and give you useful information on our îles de Lérins page.
Pratique ! Une même ligne de train relie toutes ces villes :
Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (plage) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes
Y compris Mouans-Sartoux et Grasse
Needless to say, to discover the essential of Antibes, one day won't be enough. Depending on your individual tastes, you may want to focus on Old Antibes and the ramparts:
In a few days, you'll visit more calmly and enjoy the town's atmosphere, both in Old Antibes, the port and the modern town, not forgetting its beaches and coves.
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns:
Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse
To visit Menton is to find yourself between France, Italy and... the sky. Indeed, this French Riviera town lies close to the Italian border. It has been heavily influenced by transalpine culture. And what's more, Vieux Menton climbs towards the sky, which is often bright blue.
Visit Old Menton
The old town, called the Vieux Menton, rises on a belvedere, facing the sea and the Bay of Menton, the Sablettes beach and the port of Garavan. Needless to say, this visit is one of Menton's must-sees. You'll appreciate the stone, ochre facades, stair-climbing alleyways, Saint Michel Archange basilica and numerous vantage points overlooking the town or the sea.
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Visit the Castle Cemetery in Menton
This visit to the Cimetière du Château du Vieux Menton is also a must. In fact, this marine cemetery, located high above the sea, allows you to admire remarkable tombs and splendid panoramic views.
The Jean Cocteau Museum in Menton
The Musée Jean Cocteau à Menton is a must-see for the many talents of this versatile genius. Paintings, drawings, sculptures, the collection presents a part of the fonds and is renewed every year.
Other visits in Menton
In preparation Place aux herbes Port de Garavan Marché des Halles Terrasse du jardin Maria Serena Villa Maria Serena Villa Chrisoleina Le clos du Peyronnet Les Colombières Jardin de Val Rahmeh La Fête du citron
Practical! A single train line connects all these towns: Menton - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin - Monaco Monte Carlo - Cap-d'Ail - Èze (beach) - Beaulieu-sur-Mer - Villefranche-sur-Mer - Nice Riquier - Nice - Nice Saint-Augustin - Saint-Laurent-du-Var - Cros de Cagnes - Cagnes-sur-Mer - Villeneuve-Loubet Plage - Biot - Antibes - Juan les Pins - Golfe Juan Vallauris - Cannes
Including Mouans-Sartoux and Grasse
12 L'Oiseau bleu concerts are scheduled from July 7 to 28, 2024 in Nice.
12 L'Oiseau bleu concerts
These 12 concerts are organized by the Ensemble Calisto, over the course of 7 different and very open programs. Listeners can choose their preferred classical music style: from Baroque to contemporary, from piano to song, from sacred music to chamber music. Mozart, Handel, Verdi, Puccini, Vivaldi, Debussy, Ravel, Rachmaninov, Scriabin, Fauré and more. These concerts are accompanied by one or more instruments: violins, organ, piano, viola da gamba, harpsichord, etc, depending on the program.
The titles of the programs are evocative of their highly eclectic content:
Apogée of the English Renaissance
Habitating music from the Renaissance to American minimalism
Maria Krasnikova has a solid musical foundation, judge for yourself. After studying violin, she trained as a choral conductor, this in Moscow. In France, she learned baroque singing, then studied musicology at the Sorbone.
Throughout Europe, she perfects her knowledge and practice of classical and operatic music. She never ceases to learn and improve, traveling through Russia, Germany, England, Austria, Portugal and France.
And in 2013, she created the 6-person Ensemble Calisto, which she organized and became its director and soprano singer.
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Classical concerts L'Oiseau bleu from July 7 to 28, 2024 Church of Saint François de Paule 9 Rue Saint-François de Paule, 06300 Nice Opposite the Opera in Vieux Nice
Full price: €15 / Reduced price: 10€ / Free for children under 12 Official website
The Nice guide for kids, written by Jean-Marc Foulquier, is aimed at 7-14 year-olds. It helps young readers discover and love Nice, so they can become guides for the adults who accompany them.
Nice guide for kids
This Children's Guide to Nice presents the must-sees of Nice, but also topics that will be of interest to young readers: Promenade des Anglais, hill and waterfall, museums, parks and games, little electric train, and more.
Worth noting: The Top secret section establishes a complicit tone with young readers, delivering "secrets" as they visit.
What's more, this guide is enhanced by little games: riddles, intrusions. Everything is done to encourage the pleasure of visiting Nice.
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90 p. Color illustrations.
Ages 7-14.
ISBN-13: 979-8329034059
Paperback $10
Digital format $8,05
The Cabu Vive le sport exhibition is on show at the Musée Massena in Nice, from June 15 to September 22, 2024.
Exhibition Cabu Vive le sport !
Cabu's exhibition of 300 drawings echoes the sporting events of summer 2024.
The exhibition is divided into 6 themes:
drawing sport,
Olympic Games,
football,
Tour de France,
supporters,
champions all categories.
These drawings are reproduced in large format and others are displayed in showcases, including sketches, giving an understanding of the preparatory work for the drawings that are delivered to the public.
Seeing all these drawings, one is amused. But with Cabu, it's not all laughter. We observe, we discover, we reflect. That's the art of this great cartoonist of our daily lives, to highlight the characteristics and shortcomings of others... and of ourselves.
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Musée Masséna
65, rue de France
From June 15 to September 22, 2024
10am to 6pm, except Tuesdays
The Bettina Rheims exhibition in Nice, Pourquoi m'as-tu abandonnée? takes place at the Charles Nègre Museum of Photography in Nice, from June 15 to September 29, 2024.
The Bettina Rheims exhibition, Why have you abandoned me? in Nice
"Get a model, celebrity or unknown, to give you that part of herself that she's never revealed before."
Bettina Rheims has been a successful photographer since the early 1990s. Indeed, she collaborated with the biggest international magazines, on both fashion and publicity shots. She photographed the anonymous, as well as a host of celebrities. But her photos also contained a very strong personality. Bettina Rheims has brought together a number of them, in a series entitled Pourquoi m'as-tu abandonnée. 29 of these emblematic works by Bettina Rheims are on show at the Musée Charles Nègre de la photographie. 29 portraits of women. We admire the portraits of Madonna, Karolina Kurkova, Marion Cotillard, Monica Bellucci and many others. We also admire the life that pulsates in the bodies, the character of the models that shines through in the attitudes, in a detail perfectly highlighted, we are challenged by poses or situations. And in a way, these photographs show women in a new light, far removed from the sexualized models of male photographers. We discover a whole range of provocative, touching, beautiful, happy, fragile and powerful women. And sometimes, revealing our own fantasies.
Bettina Rheims
Bettina Rheims (1952-) crosses the world of photography without belonging to any aesthetic trends, but creating her own. Her own, we should say. And often in the company of her partner, writer Serge Bramly. From her series of stripteaseuses de Pigalle (1980) to Naked War (2017)arising from her encounter with the Femen, including the cycle on the life of Jesus in I.N.R.I. (1998), Gender Studies (2011) which questions notions of gender, Bettina Rheims traces her singular path. A path that may lead us to question ourselves.
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The Bettina Rheims exhibition, Why have you abandoned me? in Nice From June 15 to September 29, 2024
Musée Charles Nègre de la photographie 1 Pl. Pierre Gautier, 06300 Nice Attenant au Marché aux fleurs du cours Saleya, dans le Vieux Nice 10h-18h sauf le lundi
Voyage dans les mondes, par Sayo exhibition runs at the Lou Babazouk municipal gallery until June 2, 2024.
Exhibition Voyage dans les mondes, par Sayo
Sayo is a multi-tasking artist, if I may use that term. She used to be a computer graphics designer, but has returned to drawing, painting and other artistic disciplines.
As a result, she exhibits a wide variety of works, all of which have one thing in common: they take us on a colorful, luminous and sensitive journey to other worlds.
Sayo, a multi-talented artist.
Un carré + un carré, exhibition by Annie Alunni at Lou Babazouk 2 gallery in Nice. Annie Alunni is an artist from Nice. She studied art at Villa Thiole, Ecole Boule in Paris and Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Toulouse. She's been painting for as long as she can remember... or almost.
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A square + a square, exhibition by Annie Alunni
It features some thirty works, most of them made up of several small squares of paintings, which complement or oppose each other. You need to take the time to soak up the atmosphere that emanates from the works, giving sensations of confinement or desires for freedom, sadness or willpower, in short emotions that carry meaning.
Ocean das in Nice take place in Nice on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 June 2024.
Ocean day in Nice
As part of World Ocean Day and prior to the international meetings in Nice, the city and metropolis are offering a number of events on the subject. Awareness-raising stands, especially for children, sea rescue dog demonstrations, plogging, etc.
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saturday june 8, 2024
On the Promenade des Anglais
in the libraries
The 8th International de pétanque à Nice takes place over the weekend of Friday May 31 to Sunday June 2, 2024 from 9am to 8pm.
8e International de pétanque à Nice
The grounds are set up Place Massena, on the Promenade des Anglais and on the Château hill, including the existing boule courts.
No fewer than 2,000 competitors compete in an atmosphere that is both friendly and rigorous.
8 countries are taking part, including, among others, in addition to the French teams:
Italy
Spain
Monaco
Benin
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The premises will be cleared of all fixtures and fittings and tidied up by the following Monday.
David Alibo's Feminin-Plural exhibition in Nice is presented at Lou Babazouk 2, from April 2 to 21, 2024.
David Alibo's Féminin-Pluriel exhibition in Nice
David Alibo is a collagist. That is, he cuts and glues different pieces of paper to make works of art. And what works they are! First, the collages are made with such mastery that you have to get up close to realize the different pieces. But above all, it's the composition, or rather the staging, that makes the works so compelling and meaningful.
In a style inspired by surrealism, he creates works strong in meaning and symbolism. Admire his series on humanity, the first three paintings on the left as you enter. Admire his tributes to Josephine Baker and Marilyn Monroe. Finally, always oscillating between surrealism and symbolism, David Alibo exhibits a great tribute to women.
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Lou Babazouk 2 - 5 rue Benoît Bunico - Nice
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 6pm
André Camart's Transparence exhibition in Nice runs from April 2 to 21, 2024 in the Lou Babazouk room
Exhibition Transparence by André Camart in Nice
André Camart is a painter who began by referring to some of the great masters of painting, such as Caravaggio. But he searched for his own voice, based on his own impulses and emotions. He soon abandoned the figurative for the abstract.
André Camart paints abstracts to which everyone can respond in their own way. Indeed, his canvases carry meaning - for the artist, of course, but also for the visitor. His work cannot leave you indifferent. There's always an element, a color, a way of working with matter that guides the visitor. It's up to each individual to perceive his or her own personal meaning. The artist is constantly evolving and searching. Like these canvases in front of which we photographed him, which are a search for color transparency. Or could we say: a search for transparency in spite of color? Or these other paintings, which contrast a harsh, even hostile universe with an elevation to greater light and harmony.
But you'll have your own interpretation when you visit this exhibition.
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Galerie Lou Babazouk
8, rue de la Loge - Nice
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 6pm.
100 titles by Frédéric Pasquini exhibition is on view at the Musée Charles Nègre de la photographie gallery in Nice, from March 30 to June 23, 2024.
100 titles by Frédéric Pasquini exhibition
Frédéric Pasquini has photographed moments in everyday life, mainly in Europe. He captures the moment that reveals a reality other than the one we see. He captures the expression on a face as much as the unexpected in social movements, the poetry of a scene, the unusualness of yet banal situations. Art is not only photographic, it's born of the connections the artist makes. The subjects are very diverse, which already captures our attention. But the photos presented take on another dimension, when you read their titles. So I suggest you enlarge our photos to read their captions. And you'll agree that Frédéric Pasquini has a great sense of humor. And his photos take on a new meaning that they didn't necessarily have at first glance. In fact, the artist plunges us into a raw reality that every visitor will recognize. This is what makes his photos so pleasing, revealing society's major problems without being professorial or moralistic, leaving each viewer free to interpret. A great success.
It's varied, colorful, original and captivating. In short, this is an exhibition we absolutely recommend.
But who is this photographer Frédéric Pasquini?
Frédéric Pasquini
Frédéric Pasquini is a photographer from Nice. He has been working as an author-photographer and photojournalist for some twenty years. He is a correspondent for major newspapers. He is a member of the Hans Lucas agency. He is artist-in-residence at the 109 contemporary culture center in Nice.
He regularly exhibits in galleries in France and abroad.
The Rauba Capeu sundial measures a dozen meters in diameter and is painted horizontally on the ground. It is therefore located just a few metres from the #IloveNice sculpture. Users can find out what time it is by looking at the shadow of their head.
Sundial, quai Rauba Capeu
You can't miss it, it's just a few meters from the sculpture #IloveNice. The Sundial, quai Rauba Capeu is right at the foot of the Château hill, it was set up on June 21, 1981, the day of the summer solstice. It is inclined and has 24 branches indicating the hours. But only 12 are numbered from 7 to 18 and extend to the end of the dial. In addition, between lines 12 and 13, the North Pole is indicated. It uses the user's shadow to deliver the time. The 1.70 m tall person must stand on the rosette, the shadow of the head indicates solar time.
Plaques under the sundial, quai Rauba Capeu
As you can see from the photos, three metal plates beneath the sundial give us important indications.
The first indicates the date of its installation 21 06 1981, the position 43°41'22'' north latitude and 29 m 11 s. 29 being a time scale. This sundial is the work of B Milet Cal, P Février Cog, and R Capron Fec. The Société astronomique de France has found the meanings of the abbreviations Cal. Cog.Fec. Either:
Cal = Calculavit: "calculated... " from Latin calculare
Cog = Cogitavit: "was conceived by..." from the popular Latin cogitare
Fec = Fecit: "was made by ... " from classical Latin facere.
Bernard Milet , well-known astronomer, made the calculations (Cal). Roger Capron, a renowned ceramist, designed the dial artistically. As for the second plate, it shows the operating instructions. It reads: Solar Dial The solar time determined by the shadow of the head of a 1m70 observer, placed on the rosette, must be corrected according to the date by the number of minutes indicated on the graph.
The third is more complex.
You can read, at the bottom horizontally the months and at the left vertically the correction to be applied in minutes...
A correction is necessary because the inclination of the globe's axis of rotation is different in each season.
Solar time and GMT
The sun's path is always from east to west. To find the solar time of a town in France, you first need to locate the town in relation to the meridian that sets France's time zone, because fortunately there's only one. This means knowing whether the city is east or west of the meridian, and then adding or subtracting minutes. For example, Strasbourg: add 31 minutes, Nice: add 29 minutes, Lyon: add 19 minutes, Amiens and Paris: add 9 minutes and Bordeaux: subtract 3 minutes. Remember, of course, that solar time is different from Greenwich Mean Time. GMT time was created to harmonize, quite useful when traveling to several cities and countries. In simple terms, it's the local mean time at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, London, from midnight onwards.
Roger Torrenti and the Sundial, Quai Rauba Capeu
Roger Torrenti is an engineer at École centrale Paris and President of the Sundial Commission of the Société Astronomique de France since 2021.
Only someone 1.7 m tall can get the time right. Smaller or taller people will note an approximate time. Many people wonder why this choice and design! Roger Torrenti, on the other hand, performed the calculations and says it would be easy to add stars based on height.
He is also, the author of Les cadrans solaires : histoire, théorie et construction, it is free to download. The paper version can be purchased online.
In short, the time indicated by a sundial is solar time and is specific to its location. Your watch, on the other hand, indicates legal time, based on the Greenwich meridian. The dial and the watch never give the same time. In Nice, once you've discovered the time on the sundial on the Quai Rauba Capeu, you have to look up. And look, admire the magnificent scenery all around, including the view over the Baie des Anges.
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Sundial Quai Rauba Capeu near #ILoveNice Nice
Please note that there are different spellings for Rauba Capeu, Rauba Capèu or Rauba Capeù...
#ILoveNice was born after the July 14, 2016 tragedy in the city of Nice. The aim was for everyone to post a publication to explain why they love Nice. The sculpture was inaugurated in 2016, in front of the water mirror on the Promenade du Paillon.
#ILoveNice
#ILoveNice is a 3D autolithic metal structure from France Festivités. Measuring around 8 meters wide, 3.5 meters high, it changes color frequently. Usually in traditional blue, white and red, it leaves its colors for, for example : - The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry in 2021, for the story's 75th anniversary. - the colors of OGC Nice in 2022 - a cyclist's silhouette, to mark the passage of the Tour de France - during the exhibition of Orlinski's work, a gorilla over three meters tall was attached to the base of the ILoveNice building - a pink ribbon for October, for breast cancer screening - in orange in support of the fight against violence against women for World Day, November 25, 2023. 740,000 posts on Instagram. The #ILoveNice is intended to federate and spread positive energies around Nice and its gentle way of life," says Nice town hall, which regularly incorporates the structure's image into its communications media (excerpt from France3-régions). At its current location, on the Quai Rauba Capeu, the hashtag is in the colors of France, blue, white and red, ideally placed with the Baie des Anges in the background.
In 2017, a partnership between Decathlon and the city of Nice to create a T-shirt featuring the #ILoveNice logo saw the light of day. Profits from the sale were donated in full to three associations helping the victims of the July 14 attack.
#ILoveNice or J'aime Nice
#ILoveNice, the star of selfies isn't unanimous, it has its detractors.
The Observatoire des libertés would like to replace the #ILoveNice with J'aime Nice. He hopes to enforce the 1994 law prohibiting the use of the English language for trademarks and service marks whenever a French word exists. "It makes perfect sense in this place and with this language" asserts Gilles Povigna, who had participated in its manufacture with France Festivités. He also adds, "Before you want to start a revolution over a word, you need to find out because there are strong symbols for some people, and the hashtag resonates for many, especially for those who lost a loved one that day. " The reality is that foreign tourists love ILoveNice and they find it more international.
#ILoveNice replaced by #FreePalestine
At the end of last year, a new twist, protesters were planning to replace the structure at midday, a month after the genocide on the people of Gaza began, BFM Côte d'Azur article.
Technical specifications of the #ILoveNice
Total length: 8m Total height: 3.50m Base width: 1.20m Weight: nearly 2 tonnes Material: car body sheet metal Paint: body paint in the exact colors of the French flag Cost: €9,000 inc.
La Maison de Nice #ILoveNice
Note that La Maison de Nice, which is the official store of the city of Nice, declines the ILoveNice in different forms. Caps, aprons, hats ...branded ILoveNice.
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Please note, there are different spellings for Rauba Capeu, Rauba Capèu or Rauba Capeù...
The war memorial of Nice is located on the route of the first path, the old chemin des Ponchettes. From Cours Saleya, it was possible to reach the Lympia port. It is dug directly into the rock of an old stone quarry.
The war memorial of Nice
This quarry was used to build the harbor quays in the 18th century, as well as the pier in the 19th century. Construction of the memorial was completed in 1927, after 3 years of work.
The architect of this Art-Deco style monument is the Niçois Roger Séassal, Grand Prix de Rome in 1913.
This Nice war memorial is 32 m high, the niche carved into the stone is framed by an arch.
The reliefs present on either side, symbolizing war and peace, but also violence and appeasement. They are sculpted by Alfred Janniot. The Sun Fountain on Place Masséna is also one of his creations.
And between the two reliefs is inscribed the following words: "The City of Nice to its sons who died for France: Remember the works that your fathers accomplished in their time and you will receive an immortal name and glory". Just above this inscription is the eagle, the symbol of Nice.
To reach the niche, you have to climb five steps. They represent the five years of the 1st World War. In the middle is an enormous urn on which are engraved the names of the main campaigns of the war, such as Somme, Marne, Verdun, Artois... On the wall below, the names of 4,000 Nice residents who died for France are inscribed.
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On either side of the forecourt are steles adorned with bas-reliefs representing the artillery, air force, cavalry, engineers, infantry and navy.
Inauguration of the Nice War Memorial
It was inaugurated on January 29, 1928 by Marshal Foch, but also by English, American and Italian naval officers.
During the ceremony, the families of the victims placed the identity plaques in a bronze reliquary, itself sealed in the funeral urn.
In late October 2018, a bronze eagle-shaped reliquary was discovered in the Monument aux Morts in Nice. This reliquary weighs 31 kg 500 and measures 28 cm high and 42 cm wide. After being cleaned, it was not opened for ethical reasons, but scanned. And it revealed what was inside: rings, bracelets and almost 2,000 plaques of soldiers who fell at the front in the First World War.
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The bronze eagle was exhibited at the Nice town hall on November 9 and 10, then placed on the forecourt of the war memorial. Thus, after the November 11, 2018 ceremonies, the eagle-shaped reliquary was returned to the place of its discovery.
Distinctions from the Nice War Memorial
On November 28, 2000, it was awarded the "Patrimoine du XXe siècle" label. But also first prize at the Trophées de l'aménagement urbain in 2004. It has also been listed as a historic monument since May 24, 2011.
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Quai Rauba-Capeu
Nice
Beware, there are different spellings for Rauba Capeu, Rauba Capèu or Rauba Capeù...
The Rauba Capeu quay is a continuation of the Promenade des Anglais and the Etats-Unis quay. On this quay, you'll find the war memorial, the giant hashtag #ILOVENICE, as well as the sundial and Notre Dame des fonds marins.
Why Rauba Capeu ?
Quite simply because this name, comes from the Nicoise language and translates as "hat fly". It's the windiest spot due to its geographical location. Indeed, the tip of Rauba Capeu quay juts out into the sea, and the combined east and south-west winds blow and circulate unstopped by any element...
Rauba Capeu quay
It stretches 300 meters long and extends the Promenade des Anglais and the Quai des Etats-Unis towards the Port Lympia.
It offers a view not only of the Promenade des Anglais, but also of the Mediterranean.
From this quay, walkers admire the whole Promenade des Anglais and even the airport, is visible from this spot. When you stop for a moment, you can feel like the captain at the bow of a ship sailing on the open sea. Strollers' eyes are delighted by the spectacle of waves crashing against the rocks.
Modernization of Quai Rauba Capeu
In 2003, Quai Rauba Capeu underwent a number of transformations. Marseille-based StoA Architecture, the 3 architects Thierry Ciccione, Charles Bové, Pascal Urbain elaborate and design the project. The Quai Rauba Capèu project won the 2004 Prix de l'Architecture in the Urban Development category. Every effort is made to make the quay a place that is used and visited. These include level pavements, a cycle path following on from the Promenade des Anglais, and a long stone bench. Spotlights have also been installed to illuminate the path at night.
Monument aux Morts
The Monument aux Morts (war memorial) of the city of Nice is located on the first pathway, the old chemin des Ponchettes. It is carved directly into the rock.
#ILOVENICE
#ILOVENICE came into being following the tragedy of July 14, 2015, in the city of Nice. With the aim that everyone can post a publication to explain why they love Nice.
Solar sundial Quai Rauba Capeu
This horizontal sundial on Quai Rauba Capeu measures a dozen meters in diameter and allows whoever stands on the small star to obtain the time thanks to the shadow of their head.
Our Lady of the Deep
Notre Dame des fond marins is a statue immersed 15 meters below the surface of the water. It was blessed in 1968 by Monseigneur Jean Mouisset, Bishop of Nice, and immersed by the Nice fire brigade. The Virgin watches over divers. 50 meters from the shore, Our Lady of the Deep in Nice rests 15 meters below the surface of the sea. The Virgin sits on a large rock (Seiche de Nice), the work of sculptor Alfred Gualtierotti.
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Quai Rauba Capeu East side of Promenade des Anglais 06300 Nice
Please note that there are different spellings for Rauba Capeu, Rauba Capèu or Rauba Capeù...
The Palais de la Méditerranée is located at 13-15 Promenade des Anglais in Nice. Its history is long and tumultuous. From its name Palais de la Méditerranée, it became the Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée. Today, it boasts 187 rooms, including nine suites, and was awarded 5 stars on September 30, 2009.
Construction of the Palais de la Méditerranée
After the First World War, two major leisure establishments, the Jetée-Promenade and the municipal casino, were the talk of Nice. Given the vogue for sea bathing and gambling, in 1920, three economic players planned to build a third establishment.
The trio consisted of financier Frank Jay Gould, hotelier Joseph Aletti and casino owner Edouard Baudoin. A competition was organized and won by the Dalmas Père et Fils architectural firm. From 1927 to 1928, the project employed 350 workers and cost thirty million francs.
When it opened in 1929, it included a casino, bars, restaurants, a dance hall, exhibition rooms and an 800-seat theater.
Dalmas Père et fils
Charles Dalmas was born in Nice on March 11, 1863 and died in Nice on October 18, 1938. He was a French architect who worked extensively in Nice, and his son worked with him.
Marcel Dalmas was born in Paris on May 25, 1892 and died in Nice on July 16, 1950. He was the son of architect Charles Dalmas and Hélène Marie Willemse.
His buildings in Nice include the Immeuble Nahapiet, Hôtel Royal and Hôtel Ruhl, all three on the Promenade des Anglais. But also the École des Arts Décoratifs, in which both father and son taught, the Immeuble de la Tour, the Villa de la Société du littoral and many others.
Façades of the Palais de la Méditerranée
Reinforced concrete was used, and the facades were Art-Deco in style.
In 1927-1928, under the responsibility of architects Charles and Marcel Dalmas, Antoine Sartorio created the facade's decorations of horses and female figures. Antoine Sartorio's work is of particular interest in the interwar period. He perfectly embodies those artists of the thirties who were enamored of monumental art and worked in close collaboration with architects. His research always focused on architecture and symbolism. His Art Deco style combines pure lines and volumes that evolve towards geometrisation. Based on Antoine Sartorio, sculpteur des corps et des âmes, Violaine Menard-Kiener, Le Tholonet, 1996. This is Antoine Sartorio's granddaughter.
The decline of the Palais de la Méditerranée
World War II and the casino war halt the palace's rise. A long period of deterioration followed, followed by receivership in 1978. See the disappearance and murder of Agnès Le Roux by her ex-lover, Jean-Maurice Agnelet. In 1981, the Palace's stained glass windows were auctioned off, along with the furniture and décor.
Thanks to writers Michel Butor, Max Gallo and several associations, the palace was saved. Their actions led to the classification of the facades as historic monuments by decree on August 18, 1989. They were also awarded the "Patrimoine du XXe siècle" label. Unfortunately, in 1990, all but two of the palace's facades were demolished. Classified as such, they were propped up at the rear, and were to remain in this state alone for 10 years.
New Palais de la Méditerranée
In 1996, SCI France Congrès submitted its first building permit, which was granted. It was then annulled by the Administrative Court. In 1999, it was finally validated by the Court of Appeal the following year. By the end of 2000, however, only the underground parking lot was in operation.
Then, in 2001, the Société Hôtelière du Palais de la Méditerranée and the Société du Louvre invested 120 million euros in the reconstruction. The Palais de la Méditerranée finally reopened in 2004.
Constellation Hotels Holding, a Luxembourg-based company controlled by Qatari capital, owns the hotel. Operations are entrusted to the American hotel chain Hyatt.
This hotel became the Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée. The 5-star hotel features 187 rooms (including 9 suites), a restaurant, a bar, a heated indoor-outdoor swimming pool and 1,700 m² of reception space. The Palais de la Méditerranée casino, meanwhile, is managed by the Partouche group, and includes two restaurants, reception areas, and an auditorium seating over 1,000.
The Exhibition Henri Dauman in Nice is held at the Musée Charles Nègre de la photographie in Nice, until May 26, 2024.
Exhibition Henri Dauman in Nice
This Henri Dauman exhibition is subtitled: The Manhattan darkroom or in French: La chambre noire de Manhattan.
Featuring some 170 photographs by Henri Dauman, the exhibition is a comprehensive retrospective of contemporary American life.
We discover Andy Wharhol's first exhibitions, the birth of Minimal Art, and the work of numerous precursors such as Merce Cunningham, Philip Glass and Walter Wendy Carlos.
Henri Dauman photographed artists such as jazz musicians, bringing out all their sensitivity and personality. Miles Davis, for example.
Henri Dauman is almost a photographer of the inner life of these characters.
But he also photographs personalities who have reshaped politics, or rather political communication, such as John Fitzgerald Kennedy.
Henri Dauman also shows us minorities, such as the African-American women demonstrating against segregation in the United States.
It's a kind of recent history of American society that unfolds before our eyes, in photos.
Who is Henri Dauman
Henri Dauman (1933-2023) was born in Montmartre. Orphaned at the end of the Second World War, he emigrated to New York to be reunited with an uncle.
The city fascinated him, as much by its architecture as by the life that went on there. He never stopped photographing it.
He began a career as a French correspondent for the French press. But he soon began contributing to American magazines, including the cultural supplement of the New York Times.
Henri Dauman brings a new perspective on America, a testimony to its cultural and social effervescence.
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Charles Nègre Museum of Photography
1, Place Pierre Gautier, near Cours Saleya in Vieux Nice
Open every day
except Mondays, December 25, January 1, Easter Sunday and May 1.
The museum: open from 10am to 6pm
The gallery: open 10am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 6pm
The Musée International d'Art Naïf Anatole Jakovsky in Nice, MIAN, is located at Château Sainte-Hélène, Avenue de Fabron. It presents the history of naive painting, from the 18th century to the present day. Its park is also worth surveying for the giant sculptures by Frédéric Lanovsky, but also for its herbarium.
Exterior of MIAN Anatole Jakovsky in Nice
The architectural style is Belle Epoque. The museum is surrounded by a large park containing rare tree species. For the Museum's 40th anniversary in 2022, the park registers new plantings and a herbarium. This herbarium is made up of flowers represented in the paintings featured in the MIAN's works. The theme of La Biennale des Arts de Nice 2022 was therefore flowers.
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Outdoors, the château's gardens also feature works of art, the giant, highly colorful sculptures by Frédéric Lanovsky. Since summer 2009, artist Frédéric Lanovsky has been presenting his large, but somewhat strange, human sculptures. They bring cheerfulness thanks to their colors, and there's also a hint of mischief... As you stroll through the park, you'll discover them. And if you fall under their spell, you can always buy one, as they're for sale.
Interior MIAN Anatole Jakovsky in Nice
The MIAN Anatole Jakovsky in Nice traces the history of naive painting from the eighteenth century to the present. Included are paintings, sculptures, drawings and posters by Rimbert, Lefranc, Rabuzin, Ivan and Josip Généralic, Lackovic, O'Brady, Haddelsey, Ligabue, Vivancos and others. Among the best known are works by Henri Rousseau,better known as Douanier Rousseau, Séraphine de Senlis, Grandma Moses, Antonio Ligabue, Ferdinand Desnos, etc.
The Collections
Note that in addition to the donation from Anatole and Renée Jakovsky, the city of Nice has since purchased some of the paintings. In addition, the Centre Pompidou also lends works by Bombois, Bauchant, Vivin, Séraphine de Senlis... with the aim of enriching the collection of the Musée International d'Art Naïf Anatole Jakovsky in Nice The Jean-Dominique Jacquemond donation, in 2015, is not to be outdone, as it enriches the Museum, with works by Gaston Chaissac, Anselme Boix-Vives, Barbiero, Forestier and Michel Macréau...
Naïve art, quite simply because it's spontaneous, far removed from academic codes. Through their works, artists invite the viewer on an imaginary journey. It's the artist who defines perspectives and dimensions, without any rules. The colors are bright and the details precise. In some works, we also note a certain innocence, we also notice a note of humor on the part of the artist.
Musée International d'Art Naïf à Nice, exhibitions
Past exhibitions
EchO: exhibition from June 26 to October 25, 2021. #enlargeyourlife: exhibition from July 17 to November 9, 2020. #roseestlavie!... from November 22, 2019 to April 20, 2020.
The anniversary exhibition: from March 5 to December 31, 2022. Biennale des arts de Nice 2022, Les Fleurs du Mâle: from June 11 to December 12, 2022.
Exhibition in progress
We're all crazy until May 6, 2024 500 m2 just for Benjamin Vautier, aka BEN, and that's for one year.
History of the Musée d'Art Naïf in Nice
Around 1860, banker Jean Honoré Gastaud bought the estate at the foot of Fabron hill in Nice. After the banker went bankrupt and the estate was divided up, it was François Blanc, founder and director of the Monaco casino, who bought the property, which was to become the Musée International d'Art Naïf in Nice. It was also the former residence of parfumer François Coty, from 1922 to 1973. He named it Château Sainte-Hélène.
François Coty was a French perfumer and industrialist, founder of the Coty perfume company, but also a publisher, politician, press owner, art collector, mayor, etc. After his divorce, it was his ex-wife Yvonne Lebaron who refurbished the house. In 1930, she asked Nice architect H. Malgaud to make changes to the building, including removing the decorations created by architect Aaron Messiah. On April 6, 1973, Château Sainte-Hélène was sold by the daughter of François Coty to the city of Nice. The Musée International d'Art Naïf Anatole Jakovsky is born thanks to the donation of around 600 works by Anatole and Renée Jakovsky in 1982.
Then inaugurated on March 5, 1982 as the Musée International d'Art Naïf Anatole Jakovsky in Nice. For its 40th anniversary, it is undergoing embellishment work to welcome a fine program in 2022.
Useful information Musée International d'Art Naïf
Musée International d'Art Naïf Anatole Jakovsky à Nice Château Sainte-Hélène 23 Avenue de Fabron 06200 Nice, France
Access Bus : 34 with stop : Deux Cyprès
Hours: January 2 to June 22 inclusive: opens at 11 am and closes at 6 pm June 23 to October 15 inclusive: opens at 10 am and closes at 6 pm October 16 to December 31 inclusive: opens at 11 am and closes at 6 pm Closes: Tuesdays all day and on the following public holidays: 01/01, Easter, 01/05, 25/12,
Villa Kérylos is a classical Greek-style villa built in the 20th century for Théodore Reinach. Astonishing. So let's visit it together, with photographs by Blandine Thn.
The "Greek" Kerylos villa
This villa is based on ancient Greek domestic architecture, as if its architect had lived several centuries BC.
Indeed, everything is Greek and antique.
The plans themselves, supervised by Théodore Reinach, are based on the structure of Greek houses. The rooms are entitled Thyrôreion (porter's lodge), Proauleion (forecourt), Amphityros (vestibule), Peristyle (colonnade surrounding the inner courtyard), etc.
The peristyle
The peristyle is a gallery surrounding a space, in this case a square courtyard with a pool at its center. Frescoes cover the walls, illustrating episodes from Greek mythology.
The library
The library is a vast, lofty room with books that are barely visible. In fact, books from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries are kept in closed cupboards. Wooden doors and frescoes cover the walls. The floor is covered with a mosaic.
Note the antique-inspired three-legged tables.
The dining room
The octagonal dining room (triklinos in Greek) has also been reconstructed in the image of ancient Greek and Roman houses. Table beds surround the table. The beds have a wooden frame and interwoven leather straps, covered with cushions. So everyone ate lying down. This was the men's dining room.
On the other hand, women and children had lunch and dinner in the adjoining living room for meals.
Mister's bedroom
Erotès is the bedroom of Monsieur Théodore Reinach. The decoration features Eros, god of love. There's also a mosaic of Dionysus on the floor, surrounded by dolphins. And Athena, goddess of war and wisdom, on the walls.
The bed is a model of the one found in Pompeii. The dominant red color recalls that of the palace at Knossos and the homes at Pompeii.
Madame's bedroom
The Ornitès, Madame Reinach's room, is dedicated to Hera, goddess of femininity and fertility. It features numerous representations of birds, notably swans and peacocks.
This is no coincidence, of course. The peacock is the animal emblem of Hera, goddess of femininity and fertility, and wife of Zeus. There's a parallel here with Mme Reinach, wife of Théodore Reinach.
Once again, the room is structured and decorated as in classical Greece. But it has been modernized, albeit discreetly.
In fact, the room has an adjoining room. This is an open-air toilet with shower and a bathroom with bathtub, all fed by rainwater tank.
Furniture at Villa Kérylos
The furniture is entirely created for this villa. It is imagined on the basis of antique furniture, not just Greek. These are not copies of furniture, but antique creations. Armchairs, chairs, sideboards, tables, lighting fixtures - absolutely everything was designed for this house, by the greatest artists of the time.
The villa's tableware
The tableware is no exception. Indeed, 150 pieces of ceramics are also unique, created by Emile Lenoble.
Decorating the Villa Kérylos
The decoration, too, was created in the same spirit, from the mosaic floor to the coffered ceiling, including painted walls and bay windows, embankments, columns, frescoes, mosaics and more.
Mosaics
The frescoes
The mosaics depict the myths of Theseus and the Minotaur in the labyrinth, marine elements (octopuses, dolphins, etc.), Triptolemus on his chariot bringing agriculture to mankind, etc.
The decoration is largely the work of Gustave-Louis Jaulmes and Adrien Karbowsky. The frescoes take up themes from Greek mythology: Apollo's return from the land of the Hyperboreans, the death of Talos killed by Jason, the marriage of Pelops (who gave his name to the Peloponnesian peninsula) and Hippodamia, etc.
Who was Théodore Reinach, creator of the Villa Kérylos?
Théodore Reinach (1860-1928) was a member of parliament, professor of numismatics, specialist in ancient Greece, historian, archaeologist, art critic and more. He was so passionate about Greek civilization that he commissioned the architect Emmanuel Pontremoli to build an ancient villa.
On his death, he bequeathed the villa to the Institut de France. The building has since been managed by the Centre des monuments nationaux.
Practical information
Villa Kérylos
Impasse Gustave Eiffel
06310 Beaulieu-sur-Mer
Access
By bus: Bus 607 or 15, Kérylos stop.
By train: Beaulieu-sur-Mer station 10 minutes away.
Open from 10am to 6pm, May 2 to August 31
and 10am to 5pm, September 1 to April 30
Closed on January 1, May 1, November 1 and 11 and December 25.
The gardens of the villa Ephrussi de Rothschild surround and complement the villa's refined interior. Baroness Beatrice wanted several types of gardens, as elegant as the interior of her palace.
We sometimes read that these gardens are best visited in spring. Mwah.
In our opinion, these gardens are pleasant and interesting at any time of year. Why is that? Because flowering is only of relative importance to the beauty and meaning of these gardens.
Baroness Beatrice loved to travel, as we've seen, and especially on her favorite liner, the Île de France. So, she wanted a garden in the shape of a ship's deck from which she could see the sea on either side.
At the far end of the bow stood the Temple of Love. And she even pushed the similarity with a ship to the point of having half a dozen "sailors" "maneuver", dressed as sailors and wearing red pompom berets.
The Florentine garden
The Florentine garden at the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild reflects the codes of Italian gardens: the garden opens up onto its natural surroundings. Plant life (cypress-lined driveways, remarkable trees), minerals (rocks, statues, pottery) and water are all present.
Always in keeping with refinement, at the center of this garden rises a statue by Jean-Baptiste Boyet, representing Zéphyr contrariant les amours d'une rose et d'un papillon.
The Spanish garden
This garden is an adaptation of the Alhambra garden. Indeed, it features many of the canals and arches dear to Islamic symbolism. A dolphin fountain stands in a grotto.
The Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat is one of the most beautiful on the Côte d'Azur. Nice-Riviera presents it to you, illustrated with photos by Blandine Thn.
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
The Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, also known as the Villa Ile de France, was built for Baroness Béatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild, between1907 and 1912.
The building betrays the baroness's taste for the Italian Renaissance. She had several beautiful gardens laid out, magnificently overlooking the bay of Villefranche.
Béatrice held receptions on the large patio. It consisted of a vast, open central space, surrounded by arcades over which ran a gallery with Hispano-Moorish vaults and balconies.
The patio welcomed guests and, to entertain them, musicians played on the balconies. The galleries were used to display medieval and Renaissance collections.
A large salon
This large salon is a museum in itself. The walls are covered with 18th-century painted woodwork, completed in the 20th century. The floor is covered with a carpet bearing the cipher of Louis XV, i.e. the king's monogram and the royal crown. This carpet was originally intended for Versailles.
The furniture is all Louis XVI period. They are signed by the greatest cabinetmakers of the period, Nicolas Parmentier, René Dubois and François Hache.
But, the gilded bronzes are also remarkable.
The ceiling is adorned with a marouflaged canvas by Tiepolo (1696-1770) depicting the chariot of Love pulled by doves.
The door to the boudoir and the top of the door come from Château d'Aunay, dear to Mme de Pompadour.
An Aubusson tapestry covers the sofa and armchairs, illustrated with La Fontaine's fables.
Le petit salon
The small salon is more intimate, no doubt intended to welcome a few guests after dinner.
Its two alcoves invite quiet conversation.
It opens onto a marble terrace overlooking the formal garden.
Paintings on the walls are by François Boucher and Jean-Frédéric Schall.
Louis XV armchairs, a pedestal table with a gilded pewter top painted by Compigné, depicting the Palais Royal in Paris.
Everything is particularly precious, from the Sèvres vases and the ceiling painting by Giovanni Antonio Pellegrini to the mantelpiece that once belonged to Marie-Antoinette.
Baroness's private apartments
The bedroom
The baroness's bedroom forms an oval projection, facing west. No doubt Beatrice could have admired the late summer sunsets from here.
Here again, the furnishings and decorations are particularly precious.
The 18th-century carpet, also oval, comes from the famous Aubusson factory.
But two small pieces of furniture intrigue. What are these two tiny, low armchairs?
Well, they were meant to house... Beatrice's dog and mongoose.
On the chest of drawers to the right of the bed, signed Nicolas Petit, we discover the only portrait of Beatrice as a young woman.
The boudoir
The boudoir allowed Beatrice to isolate herself. She wrote on the secrétaire or Bonheur-du-jour, signed by one of the most famous 18th-century cabinetmakers: Jean-Henri Riesener.
In this boudoir, Beatrice could also entertain close friends.
The dresses are 18th-century.
The bathroom
Béatrice's bathroom is original and, like everything else here, refined.
Its ceiling is in the shape of a rotunda, covered with a latticework of golden chestnut slats.
The walls are adorned with 18th-century painted woodwork. They conceal small rooms equipped with washbasin, dressing table and bidet.
The bathtub has unfortunately disappeared. It certainly stood in the center of the room and must have been particularly elegant.
We discover Beatrice's toiletries, as she loved ocean liners. Her favorite was the Ile de France. Hence the villa's nickname.
The other rooms of the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
The Art Nouveau staircase leads upstairs to the Directoire bedroom, salons and Meissen porcelain.
Directoire room
The décor of the Directoire room, paintings set in wood panelling, features motifs known as grotesques that were very popular during the Directoire period, between 1795 and 1799.
Floral coils, suspended central motifs, exotic animals such as ibises and monkeys. This type of decoration was inspired by the ancient decorations discovered in 1748 in the Pompeii excavations. They exerted a major influence on the art of the second half of the 18th century.
The Chinese salon
The Chinese salon is also typical of the taste for the exotic in past centuries.
A magnificent lacquered door from the imperial palace in Peking stands out.
And in the showcase, don't overlook the collection of rose quartz and, above all, the very rare white jade.
The tapestry salon
You can guess where the name of this room comes from.
Beautiful tapestries from the Manufacture royale des Gobelins, based on cartoons by François Boucher.
They feature pastoral scenes as well as gallant ones, such as this young couple beneath a bust of Pan, the goat-legged god of nature.
The furniture is signed by France's greatest cabinetmakers: René Dubois and Pierre Garnier.
Meissen porcelain
Le petit salon is a museum of porcelain. And more specifically, Meissen porcelain.
Founded in 1710, this royal porcelain factory produced the first fine porcelains, thanks to the kaolin that had just been discovered in Saxony.
The monkey salon
Here's a show entirely dedicated to monkeys. Not so surprising. Why should it be?
Firstly, because monkeys were fashionable in the 18th century, once again for the exotic.
In fact, Beatrice owned two monkeys.
Secondly, because the Baroness loved the 18th century, appreciating its impertinence and delicately licentious side.
The décor is entirely devoted to monkeys, from the woodwork to the porcelain collections.
And it's here, in these miniatures, that you'll find the Meissen porcelain monkey orchestra. This orchestra, made up of musicians and a conductor, caused a scandal.
The conductor in pink pants and white fangs was recognized as the German minister von Brühl (1700-1763).
Who was Béatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild
Béatrice de Rothschild was born in 1864, to a father who was a regent of the Banque de France and an art lover. Her marriage to Maurice Ephrussi, a Parisian banker, turned out badly. The couple separated in 1904.
Inheriting her deceased father's fortune, she bought a plot of land on which to build her house.
Practical information about the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
1 Avenue Ephrussi de Rothschild
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Access
By bus: line 15, "Passable - Rothschild" stop or line 607, "Pont Saint Jean" stop then about a 15-minute walk to the Villa.
Open daily
February 1 to October 31: 10am to 6pm. In July and August until 7pm.
November 6 to January 30: weekdays from 2pm to 6pm. Weekends and school vacations from 10am to 6pm.
The Alpes-Maritimes department is offering a major Tintin exhibition in Nice, from January 27 to June 30, 2024. It takes place in two different venues:
- Hergé et l'art, at the espace culturel départemental Lympia
- and Tintin and Chang, at the Asian Arts Museum.
Exhibition Tintin à Nice : Hergé et l'art
Les tout premiers dessins d’Hergé
La couverture d’un cahier remplie par ses dessins
Planches inachevée de Tintin et l’Alph-Art
Oeuvre de Luis Van Lint qu’il admira
Les peintures peu connues d’Hergé
L’intérêt d’Hergé pour l’art africain
This exhibition reveals the author, or rather the artist, Georges Remi aka Hergé. Many documents are on display, including original drawings, sketches and objects that once belonged to him, such as his drawing desk.
We also discover Hergé's paintings, most of them abstract, as well as the artists who were his references, such as Louis Van Lint, for example.
Exceptionally, the exhibition also features plates from Hergé's last comic book, Tintin et l'Alph-art, an unfinished work packed with artistic references.
Oh, I forgot, on the terrace stands THE famous rocket from Objectif Lune, which has become as famous as Tintin and Snowy.
Exposition Tintin à Nice : Tintin et Tchang
Tintin and Chang exposes Hergé's relationship with his friend Chang, and more generally with China.
We can see certain documents, drafts of drawings, documentary books, which helped the author to present a China, without errors. Many original pages, drafts, original comics, i.e. copies published in the 30s.
And, of course, a great deal of documentation on Tchang, the real thing, the young Chinese student who introduced Hergé to China. Without him, Hergé would not have discovered Chinese civilization, or at least would not have understood and experienced it.
It's worth noting that Hergé made it a point of honor to stay on the right track, so as not to present an erroneous China and lose the trust of his readers.
Practical information
Operation Moon rocket on the terrace of the Lympia departmental cultural space
Asian Arts Museum
405 Promenade des Anglais
Arénas
Access: streetcar line 2, Parc Phoenix stop
Free admission
Nice's Notre-Dame-du-Port church is also known as the Church of the Immaculate Conception. Indeed, the church is dedicated to Mary.
L'église Notre-Dame-du-Port de Nice
The church of Notre-Dame-du-Port de Nice, was built during the reign of Sardinian King Charles-Felix (Carlo Felice), by architect Giuseppe Vernier, also responsible for the layout of the square on the Isle of Beauty.
However, with the work nearing completion, the church collapsed in 1845, due to the marshy subsoil. It had to be rebuilt, and was finally completed in 1863.
Architecture of the Notre-Dame-du-Port church in Nice
Eglise Notre-Dame-du-Port de Nice Place de l’Île de Beauté,
Eglise Notre-Dame-du-Port de Nice Place de l’Île de Beauté,
vue de l’église depuis le Bap Union, voilier péruvien
Eglise Notre-Dame-du-Port de NICE depuis le Bap Union, voilier péruvien
Eglise Notre-Dame-du-Port de Nice, rue Fodéré, depuis la rue Bavastro.
The façade of Nice's Notre-Dame-du-Port is white neoclassical on the sea side, with 4 Ionic columns, a portico and pediment. It was added in 1896 by architect Jules Fèbvre, to plans by Vernier.
In 2014, the white facade with columns on the seaward side was renovated.
Then further work was undertaken, and after almost 2 years, we can once again admire its facade and bell tower, its original ochre color, on the town side, rue Fodéré.
His pediment
Atop its pediment is the statue of the Virgin Mary.
This dominates Nice's Lympia port.
The Latin phrase inscribed on the pediment of Nice's Notre-Dame-du-Port church, Maria sine labe concepta O.P.N means Mary immaculate, pray for us.
Interior of the Notre-Dame-du-Port church in Nice
In 1944, the ceiling of Nice's Notre-Dame-du-Port church collapsed when the port was bombed. It wasn't until the 1950s that it was rebuilt in reinforced concrete.
Fête de la Saint Pierre à Nice
Every year, during the Fête de la Saint-Pierre in Nice, a procession takes place through the old town towards the sea. It is organized by the fishermen's guilds of Nice.
St. Peter is, of course, the patron saint of fishermen, who invoke his mercy on this occasion. Tribute is paid to him.
A mass is held at the Notre-Dame-du-Port church, then on the Ponchettes beach, a wooden boat is burned (that of the poorest fisherman, who wins a new boat in return).
Historic monuments and UNESCO World Heritage
Nice's Notre-Dame-du-Port or Immaculate Conception church has been listed as a historic monument since 1991. It has also been part of Nice's UNESCO World Heritage listing since 2021.
Practical information
Notre-Dame-du-Port Church, Nice
Place de l'Île de Beauté,
06300 Nice
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, mass is at 6pm.
Saturday, mass is at 5:30pm and Sunday at 10am.
The Nice 2024 Carnival program is always varied, colorful, festive, in short, it makes you want to be there.
The theme of the Nice 2024 Carnival is: The King of Pop Culture. It takes place from February 17 to March 3, 2024, on Place Massena and around the Albert 1er garden.
This year's Guest of Honor at Carnaval de Nice 2024 is the Aosta Valley Carnival.
Nice Carnival 2024 pre-carnival program
Bal Veglione
February 16, 2024, at .de Nice
From 7pm to 8:30pm: Viennese waltzes, by the Opéra de Nice orchestra. Free admission.
From 9:30pm, Disco, Pop/Rock then DJ Set with Mosimann. Admission charged.
Carnival Village
Vintage video game stalls, merry-go-rounds, wooden games, creative workshops, snack bar.
Every day, from 11am to 6pm
Square Leclerc, Promenade du Paillon
Nice Carnival 2024 program
Opening parade
Saturday, February 17, 2024, from 2:30pm to 4:30pm.
Place Massena, Avenue de Verdun, Promenade des Anglais, Avenue Max Gallo and return to Place Massena.
All the magic of colorful, illuminated floats, parading to music and a joyous festive atmosphere.
Grande journée Pop'ulaire
Sunday, February 18, 2024, at Théâtre de Verdure, Espace Jacques Cotta (Albert 1er garden).
Carnival race of café boys in Vieux Nice
Workshops and discoveries in the Carnival village
Frenchy Carnival brunch, music, Brunch at the Théâtre de verdure,
petanque, inflatable games, etc.
Battle of flowers
Floats parade by, entirely covered in flowers, which are thrown towards the public.
The famous flower battle takes place on Place Massena and around the Albert 1er garden, every Wednesday and Saturday, from 2:30 to 4:30 pm, i.e.
Wednesday, February 21
Saturday, February 24
Wednesday, February 28
Saturday, March 2, 2024.
Lou Queernaval
France's first gay carnival, organized by Nice's LGBTQIA+ community, the city of Nice and the Nice Côte d'Azur metropolis.
Place Massena.
Daytime carnival corso
Sunday, February 25, 2024
Grand parade of floats + the Parada Nissarda, Place Massena and around Jardin Albert 1er.
Night carnival parade
Saturdays and Tuesdays, from 8:30 pm to 10 pm approx.
Saturday, February 17,
Tuesday, February 20,
Saturday, February 24,
Tuesday, February 27,
Saturday, March 2, 2024.
Parade of colorful floats, with huge, cartoonish, sometimes caustic figures. We enter directly into the imaginary, accompanied by street performances.
Place Massena and around the Albert 1er garden.
K-POP Night
Korean music shows: dance, K-Pop, Dj Set, Korean food, etc.
at the Théâtre de verdure, Jardin Albert 1er.
Friday, March 1, 2024, from 4pm to 10pm.
Closing ceremonies
Saturday, March 2 and Sunday, March 3, 2024.
Saturday, March 2, 2024
All the neighborhood carnivals get together for a big party, the Grande boum du Doudou. Music, confetti shower, recreational snack.
Promenade du Paillon - Square Leclerc
From 11am to 6pm
Incineration of the King of Carnival
Quai des États-Unis, opposite the Opéra beach
at 10:45pm
Sunday, March 3, 2024
From 10am to 12pm, grand bain du Carnaval (11:45am), open to all, accompanied by the famous Niçois pointus. Don't hesitate to come in disguise.
12h buffet, registration on site, accompanied by the famous Niçois pointus.
Practical information
The Nice Carnival is not free, so you'll need to reserve your seats.
Either seats in the Place Massena bleachers,
or tickets without seats, to attend the parades.
Children under 6 don't pay BUT MUST BE PROVIDED WITH A FREE TICKET.
Addresses to find your way around:
Place Massena
Around the Albert 1er garden: Avenue de Verdun, Promenade des Anglais, Avenue Max gallo and back to place Massena
The Bande originale exhibition runs at Babazouk 2 in Nice, until March 10, 2024.
Exhibition Bande originale at Babazouk 2
This exhibition brings together two artists from Nice, Geneviève Bozec and Richard Roux-Giuge.
Independently of each other, one works with wire, the other with brushes. And both use the computer in some of their creations.
They are brought together here, each bringing their own diversity and personality.
Geneviève Bozec
The creations of Geneviève Bozec are sculptures made from wool, linen rope or wood, skilful weavings that intertwine, complementing each other in large, light yet powerful forms.
Richard Roux-Giuge
Richard Roux-Giuge mainly paints life-size. On a canvas, he projects a character in action and paints with a brush, often in black and white. The result is a lively, original Street Art-style work.
Practical information
Galerie Lou Babazouk 2
5, rue Benoît Bunico in Vieux Nice.
Bande originale exhibition
until March 10, 2024
Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 6pm.
The Estienne d'Orves Park in Nice covers 15ha. It occupies former land belonging to the Estienne d'Orves family. It was named after Honoré Estienne d'Orves, a leading French Resistance fighter who was executed in 1941.
The Estienne d'Orves Park in Nice
This park was created in 2008, on one of the hills surrounding Nice, the colline saint Philippe, in the center of Nice. It occupies a former olive grove, of which there are still many beautiful specimens.
On the hill, you walk along dirt paths, staircases and trails, a bit like hiking in the mountains. It's a park in the heart of the city, and a real change of scenery.
Note that the disabled are not forgotten. By contacting the park, they can have carriage access. On request.
Panoramas
From certain locations, you can see vast panoramas of the city of Nice: the Russian Orthodox church of Saint Nicolas, the train station, the Negresco hotel, the airport and, of course, the Bay of Angels.
Nature at Estienne d'Orves Park
Old olive trees stretch over a good part of the hill. There's also a magnificent, venerable thousand-year-old olive tree. Its diameter at the base measures around 4m. There are many others of this age on the Côte d'Azur.
There are also carob trees, ash trees, pines, oaks and, among the climbing plants, hops.
These trees are also home to many birds, familiar to our countryside.
The two villas in the park
Villa Sorguebelle
The Villa Sorguebelle, above the Avenue Estienne d'Orves parking lot, dates back to 1740 and is not particularly attractive, yet it holds a special place in the region's economic past. Indeed, this Sorguebelle villa was used as a citrus warehouse.
Villa Bellevue
Villa Bellevue is located higher up than the previous villa. It's the former home of Comte d'Estienne d'Orves, but unfortunately closed to the public and, let's face it, not very attractive. Yet it was a beautiful villa, decorated with refinement.
The landscaping of the park
Parc Estienne d'Orves features a children's playground near the avenue Estienne d'Orves entrance, above the lycée of the same name.
The park also features a picnic area and benches, scattered here and there, like those around the millennium oak tree.
Practical information
Addresses
Avenue Estienne d'Orves
Corniche de Magnan
Opening
April 1 to October 31: 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
November 1 to March 31: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Access
bus: lines 64, 75; "Beausite" stop.
parking is located on boulevard Saint-Philippe
The big 2024 sports dates in Nice are worth noting, for all sports fans. Here we mention amateur sports, or at least, where the very many amateurs come up against a few professionals.
Big 2024 sports dates in Nice
January 6, 2024: Prom' classic. 10km race, timed or not.
April 21, 2024: Nice Half Marathon. A series of events for everyone, including families.
June 16, 2024: Iron Man. An XXL, long-distance triathlon.
The Koss exhibition at Lou Babazouk 2 in Nice presents original work that surprises and challenges.
Exhibition KOSS in Nice
Koss is an artist deeply rooted in humanity. She creates singular works from everyday objects, to which she gives real value. Her Box series is a good example. Transparent boxes contain everyday objects, with written words playing and casting their shadows.
Her Allumettes series is also well worth a look. Yes, matches, admittedly a little larger than the originals, symbols of human life... being consumed.
But on closer inspection, some of the paintings reveal a whole philosophy of life. We're all matches, we're all looking in the same direction. Oh no, there are always those who look the other way. And each of us, sorry, each match rises higher or lower, more or less consumed, more or less reflected on the ground, unless it's our unconscious on which all our psychology rests.
As you can see, you can't stop philosophizing with Koss.
An exhibition to savor slowly.
Practical information
Lou Babazouk 2
5, rue Benoît Bunico
from March 12 to 31, 2024
Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 6pm
The Carlos Gaspar Piagalta exhibition at Lou Babazouk is open until March 31, 2024, in Vieux Nice. If you want to admire original work, this is the place to go.
Exhibition Carlos Gaspar Piagalta in Nice
Carlos Gaspar Piagalta is a new kind of artist. Self-taught, he turned to art and charted his own course. His paintings are created from stitched leatherette. He doesn't use animal leather, only alternative, more environmentally-friendly materials. Please note that he doesn't use glue either. All the pieces are sewn together, creating a marquetry.
Carlos Gaspar Piagalta's technique is unprecedented, and the results match his artistic talent. Indeed, his paintings include nods to Mondrian, Matisse and famous and admired personalities such as Karl Lagerfeld.
But Carlos Gaspar Piagalta doesn't just create paintings. He also creates magnificent, highly original and well-thought-out handbags.
Practical exhibition information
See the works of Carlos Gaspar Piagalta and the artist himself at his exhibition venue:
Lou Babazouk
8 rue de la loge
from March 12 to 31, 2024
Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 6pm
The exhibition Robert Doisneau : le merveilleux quotidien is presented at the Musée de la photographie Charles Nègre in Nice. It runs from October 14, 2023 to January 28, 2024.
The exhibition Robert Doisneau : le merveilleux quotidien
This Robert Doisneau exhibition in Nice features 110 photographs. 78 of these are black-and-white photographs of the wonderful everyday life of Paris and its suburbs. The exhibition highlights 40 years of his career, from the 30s to the 70s.
Another section, Palm springs 1960, deals with the construction of a golf course in the middle of the Colorado desert. But beyond that, the life of the retirees who live there. These photos are in full color.
We are delighted by the photographer's eye, always focused on the beautiful, the simple, the convivial, the unusual, the comical. Doisneau's photographs are like an ethnographic study in which each person brings his or her own sensibility and share of dreams.
Who is Robert Doisneau
Robert Doisneau (1912-1994) is one of the world's most famous photographers. He owes his popularity to his photographs of everyday life. Robert Doisneau became a freelance photographer (1946 for the Rapho agency). He was then able to devote himself to his observation of everyday life, between two commissioned reports.
He worked for the most prestigious agencies, receiving numerous awards (Prix Kodak in 1947, Prix Nièpce in 1956, Prix du livre des rencontres d'Arles in 1979 and 1980, Prix national de la photogrpahie in 1980, Prix Balza in 1986, etc.). Major museums host his exhibitions (Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art, Modern Art of Oxford, Moscow Multimedia Art Museum, Festival des rencontres d'Arles, etc.).
In short, Robert Doisneau, through the quality of his sense of observation, is the photographer who will have had the greatest impact on his contemporaries, both French and foreign.
Practical information
Museum of photography
1 place Pierre Gautier
towards the flower market
The Nice Jewish Cemetery is located in allée François Aragon. At the entrance is a cenotaph dedicated to Nice's victims of the Holocaust.
Nice Jewish Cemetery
Before entering the Nice Jewish cemetery is a memorial or wall of deportees which lists the surnames, first names, ages and places of birth of 3602 victims deported from Nice's two railway stations.
At the entrance to the Jewish cemetery stands a cenotaph with two urns. The first urn contains ashes from the gas chambers and crematoria of Auschwitz. Then, the second contains soap made from human fat by the Nazis.
The graves of the former Jewish cemetery, which already existed in the Middle Ages, have been transferred to this cemetery.
Some graves
Chapelle Alfred Van Cleef
The chapel of Alfred Van Cleef, creator of the famous Van Clef et Arpels jewelry, stands out.
As for Salomon Arpels, he was Alfred's uncle.
Sylvio's tomb
It's hard not to visit the grave of this boy, who died at the age of 7 1/2 in 1931. His parents built him a funerary monument decorated with what he had asked for on the eve of his death: a train, a car, a plane and a little tree...
The following epitaph is difficult to decipher:
To Sylvio
Justice would have it, our child
That it was up to you to lead us
One day to our final resting place.
Why then should we find ourselves
Standing in front of yours?
Miserable fate:
What have we done with you, O Sylvio:
So young, so handsome, so splendid and sublime
From the shadow into this shadow a cold ray
That's all we have left...
And forever, forever!
A train, a car, a plane, a little tree
You asked us for this the day before you died
Here they are, alas, still and cold
But as inseparable
Of your tomb as is ours
Your last breath gathered
In the deepest folds of our souls
To us Sylvio!
Your parents
Tomb of the Ioseph and Isabelle L. Family by ROMANELLI Raffaëllo
This is a marble portico with broken columns, it is mostly dominated by sphinxes and to its left is the figure of Hope or Faith.
Architect Aaron MESSIAH
Aaron Messiah(1858-1940) was a French architect. He is known for the construction of the Villa Masséna but also other villas on the Riviera, etc.
Tomb of René Goscinny
René Goscinny (1926-1977) was a screenwriter and comic strip author. He was most famous for Asterix, but also for Le Petit Nicolas, etc. He was buried in the Montparnasse cemetery, then transferred to the Caucade cemetery in Nice. And finally to the Nice Jewish cemetery.
On his stele, adorned with the Star of David, we also note the name of his wife Gilberte (1943-1994), who is still in the Caucade cemetery in Nice.
Other information
Nice Jewish cemetery.
allée François Aragon (at the foot of the château hill)
06300 Nice
A Carnaval de Nice exhibition is being held at the musée Massena. It spans the entire 3rd floor.
Carnaval de Nice exhibition at the musée Massena
This exhibition explores the history of the Nice Carnival. A very ancient history. In fact, there is evidence of a carnival in Nice as far back as 1294! Charles II, Count of Provence and Duke of Anjou, travelled with his court to attend a Nice carnival.
The exhibition features posters, illustrations and medals from past carnivals. Note also the presence of musical instruments, fashioned from cougourdons (or cougourdes), a Nice specialty.
Beyond history, technique
What's more, we discover huge parts of the old characters, like the head of the 2023 carnival queen and her skirt. And here, we immediately realize how gigantic the character is on her float, as both the head and the skirt are almost the height of the piece.
Finally, there are various videos from past carnivals.
Practical information
Musée Massena
65 Rue de France
Near the Hotel Negresco
The Regard sur les Alpes sauvages exhibition by Robert Forte runs until March 17, 2024. The Musée de la Photographie Charles Nègre features numerous landscape shots as well as the animals that populate the Alps.
Some photos
Who is Robert Forte?
Following a traffic accident, Robert Forte changed career direction because of his disability. A lover of the mountains, he turned to photography. Robert Forte travels the Alps from north to south in search of a spectacle like skylights, different animals in privileged moments like hunting for food.
Conclusion
Don't miss this beautiful exhibition, every photo catches the eye.
Can you see Corsica from Nice? It's a question that often leads to the following answers:
No, because of the Earth's rotundity
Yes, thanks to the refraction of light, a kind of mirage
Yes, you can see all of Corsica.
In fact, the truth lies somewhere between these 3 statements.
See Corsica from Nice
The distant island and the rotundity of the Earth
As the crow flies, Corsica is about 170km from Nice. At such a distance, even when you're high above Nice, Corsica disappears well behind the Earth's curvature. That's physics and mathematics. BUT…
This fact is calculated and verified at sea level zero. So you can't see the foot of the island. However, in its north-western part, the part facing Nice, mountains rise to 2300, 2500m and even Monte Cinto to 2706m.
The heights of Corsica
These mountains, yes, because of their altitude, can be seen from Nice. So, in favorable conditions, you can make out the top of Corsica, say, very roughly from 1800 or 2000m. Anything below this altitude disappears from our view, due to the Earth's rotundity.
Another theory
In meteorology, we're all familiar with the Foehn and the Foehn effect. This is the wind that blows over the Corsican mountains. As it descends over the sea, it heats up and becomes more humid. The humidity reflects the Corsican coastline. This reflection, this "mirage", occurs at an altitude of around 1,000m, making it possible to discern the island's relief, despite the Earth's rotundity.
The names of the Corsican mountains visible
The Corsican mountains, photo Jean-Marc Foulquier, source of identifications: https://www.ovalp.com/fr/comprendre/panorama-hd-de-la-corse-vue-du-continent
The two islands to the east and the one to the west
The three "islands" (2 on the left, 1 on the right of the photo) are just 2300m peaks, so they're visible. And the empty part has an altitude lower than 1800-2000m, so it doesn't appear. So they're not islands, but mountains in north-west Corsica.
What about the refraction of light then?
This well-known physical phenomenon must certainly play a part. Light propagating in curved lines across the surface of the globe should make the island appear a little closer than it is. But this "mirage" remains anecdotal.
The false Corsica from Nice
The island's relief is easy to spot. Often, the image of Corsica is mistaken for mere fog. In which case, the relief doesn't match and therefore, it's not Corsica.
See Corsica from Nice
To distinguish Corsica from Nice, some conditions are necessary:
The weather must be fine.
The atmosphere must be dry, free of clouds, mists, suspended salt particles, etc.
The period and time are important too.
When to see Corsica from Nice?
When to go?
Winter is the best season to see Corsica from Nice, especially sunny dawns, those in December for example.
At what time?
The island can appear, depending on the time of sunrise, just before it appears on the horizon. The sky is illuminated, but the sun is not yet visible. As soon as it appears, the image fades very quickly and disappears rapidly, in 1 or 2 minutes.
Approximately, the island is visible 6 to 8 minutes before sunrise and 1 or 2 minutes after.
The city's illuminations begin on November 26 at 6pm. Everyone admires the lights on the Promenade des Anglais, Place Massena, Vieux Nice, Avenue Jean Médecin and many other streets in all Nice neighborhoods. And this until January 7, 2024. They are effective from 5pm to 11pm.
The 2023 Christmas market in Nice
The Ferris wheel is illuminated every day and even in the evening. It provides wonderful sensations and also an opportunity to admire Nice from the sky.
45 chalets
The Christmas market hosts 45 chalets, spread over a vast area. And everyone can discover traditional Christmas decorations, artisan stands, not forgetting several regional gastronomy stands (Corsica, Alsace, etc).
Santa Claus's house
Santa Claus is on hand, as he opens his house to children and their parents, from 11am to 8pm (Fridays and Saturdays until 10pm), throughout the Christmas market period.
He even promises to be present from 2pm to 7pm, every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.
Games, rides and inflatables
Numerous games, the famous antique merry-go-round in the Albert 1er garden and inflatable structures ensure a great time for the youngest visitors.
Entertainment and concerts
Traditional songs and Swedish sweets are offered on Wednesday, December 13.
Numerous concerts throughout the Christmas market period, starting at 2pm. Marjorie Martinez, Soulseption, Nils Indjein, Swing with the Ladies, Merry Mood, The Gobi's and Chris Cadillac are already announced.
For young adults, DJ Ergo (December 14, 22 and 28) and DJ Afroman (December 15, 21 and January 4), from 6pm.
Dates for the 2023 Nice Christmas Market
The 2024 Christmas market takes place from December 7, 2023 to January 7, 2024.
It is open from 11am to 9pm (admission until 8pm), on Fridays and Saturdays until 11pm (admission until 10pm).
Please note: on December 24 and 31, open from 11am to 7pm (admissions until 6pm).
Christmas market prices
Free admission. Access is free of charge.
Location of the 2023 Christmas Market
As every year, it will take place between the Place Masséna and the Théâtre de Verdure in the Jardin Albert 1er.
The Christmas bath in Nice
Everyone is invited to the Christmas bath in Nice. Sunday December 17 at 10:30 am, plage du Ruhl.
In their swimsuits, many swimmers get together for a festive swim. Why not join us?
The water temperature is around 12-14°. Nice's famous "pointus" accompany this traditional event.
Nativity scenes
For believers who celebrate Christmas as the birth of Jesus, nativity scenes are present in churches.
Giant crib
Giant crib in Place Rossetti, with life-size automatons.
Open every day from December 7 to January 7, from 10am to 8pm.
Soazig Le Ruyet à Lou Babazouk 2 exhibits until December 17, 2023.
Soazig Le Ruyet at Lou Babazouk 2
Soazig Le Ruyet is a painter, with uncluttered works. Uncluttered but also deep, colorful and sober at the same time. With just a few touches of color, you can feel movement, silence, warmth and more.
You have to let yourself enter the canvas to discover a deeper meaning. It could be the artist's meaning, it could be your own, it doesn't matter. Once inside, you're taken by the work.
Parc Phoenix in Nice is a paradise for children. Both a small animal park and a botanical park, it is also of interest to curious adults. Parc Phoenix is 7 hectares of gardens and facilities, 2,500 different plant species, 7,000 square meters of tropical greenhouse 25 meters high, a zoo and other facilities.
But please note: Your pets are not accepted.
The Parc Phoenix wildlife park in Nice
There are many places to discover the animals. They are spread out over several areas, depending on their living conditions.
Perrots and other birds in aviaries
rose flamingos in the large greenhouse
paons in the wild
wildebeests in their enclosure
tortoises, crocodiles in their enclosure
insects
snakes, iguanas in their terrariums
ouistitis, lemurs in their aviaries
walabies (small kangaroos) in their enclosures
otters in their pond
etc.
All these animals are returned to a natural environment that suits them and, generally, they are visible, apart from a few species that live rather hidden during the day.
The botanical park at Parc Phoenix in Nice
The park is home to many different botanical species. Botany enthusiasts will be delighted. Curious visitors will also be amazed to discover surprising plants and trees.
Several biotopes are recreated, showcasing species from different climates.
The oasis, a place covered with date palms, citrus trees and vegetable crops
the Provence, its small farmhouse, olive mill and olive trees
the citrus garden, with its citron, grapefruit, orange, lemon and mandarin trees
the pre-mammoth plants, ferns, ginkgo biloba, bald cypress, cycads
etc
Children's playground
Part of the park is reserved for games for younger children.
There are slides, turnstiles, a mini merry-go-round and more.
Be sure to close the gate after passing through.
The tree climbing facility
A tree-climbing facility is also available for enthusiasts. This section is the only one in the whole of Phoenix Park to charge a fee in addition to admission.
The snack bar
Drinks and snacks are available in the snack bar, with outdoor seating.
Services to note
A changing area is available in the park's two toilets.
Wheelchair or stroller loan, subject to availability.
Practical information
Parc Phoenix
Avenue Charles Buchet
From streetcar or most bus stops, entrance is by leaving Phoenix Park on the left and going around it.
Access
Bus and streetcar line 2, Parc Phoenix stop
Train to Saint Augustin station
Hours
From 9:30 am to 6 pm from October 1 to March 31.
From 9:30 am to 7:30 pm from April 1 to September 30.
Open every day of the year (except December 25 and January 1).
Tariff
Full price: €5.20
Reduced rate : 3€
Free for children under 12
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Many people wonder when to go to Nice on vacation. For some, it's to avoid the crowds, others the hot sun. For almost everyone, it's best to avoid the rain. Or the cold. Because traveling during unfavorable weather can ruin your vacation.
So, when to go to Nice?
It's a question every visitor asks. And, unfortunately, there's no single answer for everyone.
It all depends on individual tastes and habits. For example, some people prefer summer because they don't mind crowds and heat. But others prefer a cooler, less crowded season.
The choice is yours, because Nice can be visited in any season.
To guide you, here is the orientation of the weather in Nice: Spring (February-May) has less rain than winter and starts earlier than elsewhere. Summer (June-early October) appeals to those who love the world, lively places and warmth. Fall (November-December) can be humid, with broad sunny spells. It's a less frequented season. Some people like it for just that reason. Winter (December-January) is quieter, mild and relatively sunny. It can be 5-9° in the morning and 10-12° during the day, or even more.
Let's analyze the weather in Nice in more detail.
When to go to Nice: Nice weather in spring
Spring in Nice kicks off in late February, early March. In fact, after the cold of early February (the coldest month), temperatures rise again on sunny days, when nature turns green and blooms.
On the other hand, it's also a season when it can rain.
April is the wettest month of spring, but with just an average of 69mm of rain in the month and 224h of sunshine!
May and June tip sharply towards fine weather.
When to go to Nice: Nice's summer weather
Summer is a dream season in Nice. The Nice summer begins in June and lasts until October, when you can easily discover plants still in bloom. Very sunny then, but with bearable temperatures thanks to the wind.
June, July and August are very dry. They exceed 300h of sunshine in the month! Temperatures don't rise above 27°, except possibly on a few scorching days, with no wind.
When to go to Nice: Nice weather in autumn
Autumn arrives late in Nice, say during November and December. But autumn is also the rainiest season. It's the season of rain, often interspersed with broad sunny spells.
November is the wettest month with 132mm of rain but still 187h of sunshine!
When to go to Nice: Nice weather in winter
Winter is another blessed season. It's worth remembering that tourism in Nice first developed as a winter resort, particularly for the British and Russians. After all, autumn rains diminish considerably and sunshine increases. Temperatures rarely dip below zero, but rather hover around 5°.
February sees just 44mm of rain, March, 38mm. Sunshine is respectively 171 and 217h.
The Mediterranean Sea is a relatively warm sea. On average in Nice, it rises from 13° in winter to 25° in summer. This means that bathers can be seen all year round, winter included. So, even in the dead of winter, beachgoers shouldn't forget their swimsuits and sunglasses.
Storms in Nice
Rest assured, they are in no way characteristic of Nice's weather, and even less problematic. They're nothing like those on the Atlantic or North Sea coasts. The sea is certainly rough at times. The wind blows hard. It rains. But it's always short-lived, lasting from a few hours to a few days.
Nevertheless, storms in Nice remain relatively spectacular, which is why they deserve this special chapter on our page. Just for fun.
Omar Logang is an artist of Sudanese origin, living in the Nice region. He paints Nice and its beauties, to which he knows how to bring out Nice's luminosity.
Urban landscapes by Omar Logang
These works naturally evoke the emblematic sites of Nice, the Promenade des Anglais, the Negresco hotel, the Ponchettes, the port, etc. These paintings are not simple reproductions of reality, as photos would be. No, Omar Logang brings his own interpretation and sensitivity to them. He forces us to rediscover places.
Nice, of course, but also Mali, Morocco and Spain.
People in Omar Logang's paintings
Omar Logang doesn't just paint landscapes. He loves people. He paints them in everyday scenes, like these chess players in Spain, in the shade of tall trees. Or these Malians, men and women at the market or working the land. Or the bathers on the beaches of Nice. It's an everyday life that opens up before us. Sometimes with looks that call out to us. It's amazing how distant some of the characters seem, and can give the impression of a certain isolation.
Who is Omar Logang
Omar Logang was born into a family of Sudanese artists. He left southern Sudan to settle in Europe, first in Spain, where he studied art and obtained his nationality, then in France.
I could live without eating, but not without painting
He lives for painting. Doesn't he say, "I could live without eating, but not without painting".
In Nice, he paints outdoors, often in large format. He is regularly seen on the Promenade des Anglais, especially in the morning. He's very sensitive to light, and can pinpoint the best exposure over time.
He has exhibited in Spain, Austria, Morocco, Sudan, Mali and elsewhere. And very regularly in Nice.
His work can be found in Italy, Germany, the UK, Russia, the USA and France, of course.
Catherine Ségurane is a 16th-century heroine from Nice. Her existence is controversial, but fortunately, legends are sometimes stronger than history. Especially as she may not be just a legend.
This page is inspired by the exhibition Héroïque Catherine Ségurane, figure légendaire de Nice,
at the Musée Massena in Nice, October 2023-January 2024.
Catherine Ségurane
Catherine Ségurane was born into a modest family in Nice, perhaps around the beginning of the 16th century. Some say her father was a fisherman. Catherine, on the other hand, was a bugadière, or washerwoman. She is also said to have been a Maufaccia (in Nicoise), i.e. ugly.
She would therefore have led an obscure, unremarkable life, with nothing to make her stand out.
But in 1543, the French king François I, allied with the Turk Barbarossa, sought to conquer Nice, then part of the Duchy of Savoy. On August 1543, 120 Turkish galleys, under the command of Barbarossa himself, reinforced by 4 batteries of French troops and numerous soldiers, attacked the city.
The battle was fierce. However, the walls surrounding the city were unable to withstand the Franco-Turkish assault, and several breaches in the wall were finally opened. Through one of them, an Ottoman tried to plant his flag. And that's when Catherine Ségurane stepped in. Armed only with her clothes peg, she struck the unfortunate man's skull so hard that he lost his life. Some say he was simply knocked out. Catherine Ségurane, in a rage, tore the flag and broke the staff. As a result, the enemy flag did not fly over the walls of Nice. This heroic action strengthened the resistance of the people of Nice, who were awaiting reinforcements sent by Charles III, Duke of Savoy. Alas, the town was taken by the attackers. But not the castle.
Finally, in September 1543, Charles III's troops arrived and put the Franco-Ottomans to flight. The bravery of the washerwoman would not be remembered until some years later.
Did Catherine Ségurane exist, yes or no?
Her existence is controversial for several reasons. Here we give you the arguments of the skeptics and those of the supporters of her existence.
There is no trace of her birth in the parish registers that held the place of civil status. At the time, declarations of birth were not yet compulsory. What's more, in 1793, many documents were dispersed and lost. But the Segurans did exist in Nice. Finally, the name Catherine Ségurane may not be the right one, but the person did exist.
Direct witnesses to the battle say nothing of Catherine Ségurane's action, such as Jean Badat (1516-1567). Nor does Pierre Lambert, President of the Accounts Chamber of the Dukes of Savoy. The witnesses can only know a small part of the battle, where they were. They don't witness everything that happened everywhere.
A woman, among men-at-arms, you wouldn't think of it! Women have always helped fighters, particularly on the ramparts, in Nice as elsewhere. We know of other women who have distinguished themselves in this way. Marie Fouré (siege of Péronne, August 1536), Philis de la Charce (defense of the town of Nyons, 1692), Jacqueline Robins (siege of Saint-Omer ,1710), Félicité and Théophile Fernig (against Austrian armies, 1792), Agustina Domenech, known as Agustina d'Arago (defense of Saragossa, 1808), Jeanne Laisné, known as Jeanne Fourquet or Jeanne Hachette (defense of Beauvais, 1785), Virginie Chesquière (27th line regiment of Napoleon's army, 1768), not to mention Jeanne d'Arc, etc.
The symbol of Catherine Ségurane
Whether she existed or not, she nonetheless remains the symbol of Nice resistance. At the time, resistance to the French and loyalty to the Duchy of Savoy. But also resistance to any invader of the Comté de Nice. Many former Nice residents feel more Nice than French or Italian.
She is also a symbol of the forgotten place of women in history.
A large bas-relief still stands in her memory on rue Saincaïre in Nice.
The exhibition Julie Hascoët : Carrare, le crépuscule de la montagne is presented at the Musée de la photographie Charles Nègre in Nice. It is on view until November 5, 2023.
The exhibition Julie Hascoët: Carrara, the twilight of the mountain
This exhibition features images by photographer Julie Hascoët. Carrara is a part of Tuscany, but far from the tourist clichés, far from the hills planted with olive trees, far from the winding cypress-lined roads, far, far from the Tuscan quality of life.
Carrara is a marble quarry. The gutted mountain, the machinery, the extraction roads. But Carrara is also the birthplace of Tuscan anarchism. In just a few photos, Julie Hascoët recreates these spaces and gives us the impression of a heavy headlong rush.
Who is Julie Hascoët
?
Julie Hascoët was born in Douarnenez. a graduate of the Ecole Nationale Supérieure de la Photographie d'Arles.
But she's also a publisher, concert and exhibition organizer. In short, she's a multi-talented artist. Although, if you think about it, her field is human life, particularly life on the margins, reappropriated or abandoned spaces, ephemeral creations of life, reinvented micro-societies.
Borderline life, old mine entrances devoured by vegetation, human settlements for wild concerts, the memory of prison inmates' places, Julie Hacoët is interested in everything that is banally human.
For her, photography is an energy stirring matter (including human matter) and time.
Practical information
Galerie du Musée de la photographie Charles Nègre
1, Place Pierre Gautier
(near the Cours Saleya flower market, Vieux Nice).
Until November 5, 2023
from 10am to 12:30pm and from 1:30pm to 6pm
The exhibition Héroïque Catherine Ségurane. Legendary figure of Nice, is held at the Musée Massena, from October 13, 2023 to January 7, 2024.
The exhibition Héroïque Catherine Ségurane. Legendary figure of Nice
The Musée Massena in Nice already offers documents on Catherine Ségurane in its permanent collections.
This exhibition at the Musée Massena in Nice features a wealth of objects, engravings, paintings and documents about this Nice celebrity.
But did she really exist?
Here again, the exhibition is based on historical evidence of a revolt by the beleaguered people of Nice, and the heroic deeds of one or more women.
In short, the exhibition Héroïque Catherine Ségurane. Legendary figure of Nice gives you food for thought.
In the end, whether she existed or not is perhaps not the most important thing. What matters is the image she conjures up of a courageous people.
Who was Catherine Segurane
Catherine Segurane was from Nice, a woman from a modest background. Perhaps a bgadière, a washerwoman. But her exceptional fate made her the idol of many in Nice.
Nice was then part of the Duchy of Savoy. In 1543, the city of Nice was besieged by Franco-Ottoman troops. They had succeeded in penetrating the citadel on the hill, but had not taken control of the castle. An Ottoman was about to plant his flag on a hill. It was then that Catherine Ségurane struck him with a heavy blow from a clothes beater, killing him on the spot.
This gesture galvanized Nice's resistance fighters, as they awaited help from Charles II, Duke of Savoy, who finally arrived to save Nice.
To save Nice? Not really, since it was Catherine Ségurane who gave the signal for resistance to the Franco-Ottomans.
Since then, she has been regarded as a muse of the people of Nice.
Practical information
Musée Masséna
65, rue de France
Nice
Entrance possible via the garden on the Promenade des Anglais, right next to the Hotel Negresco. Tickets must be purchased first at Rue de France, before entering the museum.
Access
Streetcar line 2, Alsace-Lorraine stop
Bus 12, stop Gambetta-Promenade or Congrès-Promenade
Opening times
From October 13, 2023 to January 7, 2024
Every day except Tuesday, December 25 and January 1.
From 10am to 6pm until October 31st.
From 11am to 6pm from November 1 to April 30.
The 7th Promswin: Tout Nice nage is a series of open-water swimming events. They take place on October 7 and 8, 2023, on the Ponchettes beach in Nice.
The Promswin in Nice in 5 events
5 individual swimming events, on courses of 500m, 1km, 2km, 5km and 10km.
Note that the 10km is the equivalent of crossing the Baie des Anges. It also amounts to attempting the future 2024 Olympic marathon.
Practical information
The events take place on the Ponchettes beach, at the foot of the Promenade des Anglais, at Les Ponchettes; Cours Saleya or Vieux Nice if you prefer.
Pink October 2023 in Nice takes place from October 8.
Octobre rose 2023 à Nice, Dimanche 8 octobre 2023
A race without a stopwatch or competition takes place along the Promenade des Anglais. It consists of a run to Carras (7 kms) and a walk to Lanval (5 kms).
You don't have to be an experienced runner, nor do you have to finish first, just take part. And preferably dressed in pink.
The LOU BABAZOUK 2 gallery in Nice is located at 5, rue Benoit Bunico.
Currently and until September 24, 2023, it presents artworks produced by children's groups.
Why visit Galerie LOU BABAZOUK 2 in Nice?
A visit to Galerie LOU BABAZOUK 2 in Nice is a must, simply to find sparkling, original works created by groups of children.
Parents seem to be very proud of their offspring as they happily make their way to this exhibition. Among these children, perhaps some will be future Nice artists? Why not?
Through their works, the viewer quickly realizes that children are not insensitive to art.
The children's view of these artists is fresh, and the works created are colorful and cheerful.
A painting that represents the children's guestbook of sorts is also on view.
City of Nice leisure centers
This summer, children taking part in the City of Nice's Leisure Centers were introduced to Art. The children were asked to imagine a work of art, often involving the association of two artists. We note, for example, Yves Klein seen by Matisse and vice versa, but also César by Niki de Saint Phalle, etc. Sabine Géraudieeven visited the site, with the aim, of course, of admiring the children's works. And perhaps also to discover the creations of her blue chair (Sabine Géraudie by Jérémy Besset but also Sabine Géraudie by Faben).
Exhibition presentation
At the "Les p'tits Artistes de Cassini" arts and cultural center, 1,000 children aged 3 to 12 had fun and experimented with different techniques such as painting, drawing, sculpture and photography.
The children had fun painting, cutting out, gluing, drawing and coloring, as well as sculpting, and more. Each of them was able to give free rein to his or her imagination.
Both the educators and the children enjoyed and had a lot of fun with this exercise.
Practical information
Galerie Lou Babazouk 2 is located at 5, rue Benoît Bunico, Nice.
Exhibition by children from leisure centers until September 24, 2023, Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 6pm.
The Jazz Festival 2023 in Nice will take place in Nice, from July 18 to 21, 2023, with, as every year, a magnificent program: Herbie Hancock, Juliette Armanet, Tom Jones, Matthieu Chedid, etc. Fans will be able to listen to 24 great artists of the international scene.
Herbie Hancock
Tom Jones
M – Matthieu Chedid
Jazz Festival 2023 in Nice Program
Tuesday, July 18, 2023
LAURENT COULONDRE "MEVA FESTA"
Tuesday, July 18 - Théâtre de Verdure - 19:30
HIROMI
Tuesday, July 18 - Théâtre de Verdure - 20:45
DAVE HOLLAND NEW 4TET
Tuesday, July 18 - Théâtre de Verdure - 22:30
ADI OASIS
Tuesday, July 18 - Masséna - 20:00
GABRIELS
Tuesday, July 18 - Masséna - 21:15
JULIETTE ARMANET
Tuesday, July 18 - Masséna - 23:00
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
IMMANUEL WILKINS QUARTET
Wednesday, July 19 - Théâtre de Verdure - 7:30 pm
LUDOVIC LOUIS
Wednesday, July 19th - Théâtre de Verdure - 8:45pm
YURI BUENAVENTURA & ROBERTO FONSECA " UN HISTORIA DE UN AMOR
Wednesday, July 19 - Théâtre de Verdure - 22:30
EMILE LONDONIEN
Wednesday, July 19 - Masséna - 20:00
HYPHEN HYPHEN
Wednesday, July 19th - Masséna - 21:15
SIR TOM JONES
Wednesday, July 19th - Masséna - 23:00
Thursday, July 20, 2023
EDOUARD PENNES PRESENTS DJANGO GENERATION WITH GIACOMO SMITH, FANOU TORRACINTA, SÉBASTIEN GINIAUX & ROMAIN VUILLEMIN
Thursday, July 20 - Théâtre de Verdure - 7:30 pm
SUPERBLUE : KURT ELLING & CHARLIE HUNTER
Thursday, July 20th - Théâtre de Verdure - 20:45
GOGO PENGUIN EVERYTHING IS GOING TO BE OK TOUR 2023
Thursday, July 20th - Théâtre de Verdure - 22:30
JALEN NGONDA
Thursday, July 20th - Masséna - 20:00
OMAH LAY
Thursday, July 20th - Masséna - 21:15
HERBIE HANCOCK
Thursday, July 20th - Masséna - 23:00
Friday, July 21, 2023
JULIUS RODRIGUEZ
Friday, July 21 - Théâtre de Verdure - 19:30
BIG CHIEF HARRISON JR.
Friday, July 21 - Théâtre de Verdure - 8:45pm
DIANNE REEVES
Friday, July 21 - Théâtre de Verdure - 22:30
OLIVIA DEAN
Friday, July 21 - Masséna - 8:00 PM
TOWER OF POWER
Friday, July 21 - Masséna - 9:15pm
-M- "RÊVALITÉ
Friday, July 21 - Masséna - 23:00
NJF sessions 2023
SLY JOHNSON 55.4 + 1UP
Wednesday May 03 - Stockfish - 20:00
FEMI KUTI & THE POSITIVE FORCE + SYNA AWEL - "THILISSA LIVE ELECTRO
Thursday, May 25th - Théâtre Lino Ventura - 20:00
ERIK TRUFFAZ " ROLLIN' & CLAP " + SCHNEOR DASNIERE-INI
Thursday, June 08 - Théâtre National de Nice - La Cuisine - 20:00
Jam Official Sessions of the Nice Jazz Festival
Radisson Blu Hotel, Nice
Bar le 223
223, promenade des Anglais 06200 Nice
Practical information
Nice Jazz Festival 2023
Access
Streetcar T1 : Stop Massena or Opéra-Vieille ville
Streetcar T2 : Jean Médecin stop
Fares
Full price 45 €.
Preferential rate 40 € until May 2, 2023
Youth ticket from 16 to 24 years old32 €.
Free for children under 3 years old
Children's ticket from 3 to 9 years old: 5 €.
Child rate from 10 to 15 years old €20
Beaches of Nice stretch from the Quai des Etats-Unis to the airport. That's around 5km of beaches.
And for another (small) part, they're on the other side of the port, towards Mont Boron.
Beaches of Nice
On the Quai des Etats-Unis - airport section, the beaches are partly private, partly public. Note that there are fewer private beaches than public open spaces. And each private beach leaves a 3m clearance along the seafront.
All beaches are covered with pebbles. These have their detractors as well as their adepts. To each his own. Pebbles are less invasive and cleaner than sand. But they're also harder to cross or lie on.
In the area beyond the port, towards Mont Boron, the beaches of the Bains militaires, the plage de la Réserve, the plage Coco Beach (in the rocks) and the plage de la Plateforme cover a relatively modest surface area. But these less-frequented beaches have their regulars.
Authorized / prohibited
Dogs and other pets are prohibited on beaches, except those authorized. See below.
Motor vehicles are prohibited, except for work.
Picking up and carrying away pebbles is prohibited.
It is forbidden to practice wild camping or bivouac by the sea. No tents to spend the night. But you can sleep on the beach, under the stars, without a tent. Smoking is allowed on beaches, except those without tobacco. See below.
We can practice toplessness, but not nudism.
Supervised beaches in Nice
Some beaches are supervised by lifeguards in summer, generally from early June until mid-September. The supervised beaches are:
Carras
Sainte Hélène
Magnan
Poincaré
Florida
Forum
Lido
Centennial
Beau rivage
Ponchettes
Coco Beach beyond the harbor
Dog beaches
Une belle signalisation pleine d’humour = Beautiful, humorous signage
Douche pour chiens = Shower for dogs
Limite de la plage pour chiens = Dog beach limit
During the summer, dogs and other pets are only allowed on Nice's designated beaches. Outside summer, the ban remains in force, but dogs are tolerated on many beaches.
Here are the Nice beaches where dogs are allowed:
beach of la Lanterne,
the one of Lenval
and Carras beach.
The disabled beaches
Disabled people in wheelchairs benefit from a special area. Gentle descent and hard surface for circulation. Disabled beaches are located
on the Centenaire beach, opposite the Albert 1er gardens (The floor slab was damaged and fractured by storm Aline on October 19, 2023).
and Carras beach, to the west
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Non-smoking beaches
Several beaches are non-smoking. These are
beach of centenaire
the one of Bains Militaires,
the one of Lenval.
Sports beaches
The Opéra beach allows parasailing.
Blue Beach offers parasailing and towed buoys.
The Ponchettes beach in summer hosts 2 beach volleyball courts, with fine sand floors.
Some kitesurfers launch from the Magnan beaches, to the west.
From the port, initiations to scuba diving are organized.
The Odyssey and Ulysses dominate Nice 's Castle Hill. Indeed, beautiful mosaics evoke the work of Homer, in connection with Nice's Greek origins.
Evocation of the Odyssey and Ulysses
On the castle hill, leading to the large terrace overlooking the port, a few mosaics adorn the steps.
They evoke Homer's Odyssey and the adventures of Ulysses.
In the 1960s, Charles Catherin, chief architect for the City of Nice and a Greek culture enthusiast, came up with the idea for this pavement. He designed the motifs.
And it was another Nice municipal employee, mason Honoré Gilly, who created the mosaics. They are made up of tesserae of tiles and pebbles.
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L’Odyssée d’Homère // homer’s odyssey
Eole et l’outre aux vent // Aeolus and the evil windskins mauvais
Le cyclope Polyphème // The Cyclops Polyphemus
La magiienne Circée // The sorceress Circeus
L’une des sirènes // One of the mermaids
Nikaia, la Nice grecque // Nikaia, the Greek Nice
Origins de Nice
Nice has distant Greek origins, since the Greeks built a port at the foot of the hill. See our page on the history of Nice.
Richard Orlinski exhibits in Nice, from June 8 to September 30, 2023. Ten statues by the artist are scattered around the city.
Richard Orlinski in Nice, throughout the summer of 2023
From June 8 to September 30, 2023, you can search for them with ease, since its statues are giant and colorful. A real treasure hunt to organize with the whole family. See our map below.
Map of Richard Olinski's works in Nice
Map of the locations of Richard Orlinski's works in Nice, by Nice-Riviera.
Richard Orlinski in Nice: 1 Gambetta, Negresco 2 Quai des États-Unis, 3 Place Masséna, 4 Basilique Notre-Dame, 5 Gare du Sud, 6 Square Leclerc, Promenade du Paillon 7 Parc du monastère de Cimiez 8 Place Jacques-Toja, Garibaldi 9 Place Île-de-Beauté, le Port 10 Rauba-Capeu, Colline du Château
Richard Orlinski
His debut
Richard Orlinski is a French artist, sculptor, but also musician, he was born on January 19, 1966 in Paris. Art counted very early in Orlinski's life. In 2004, he made his first sculpture, then gradually began exhibiting his work in various galleries. He collaborates with chocolatier Jean-Paul Hévin, chef Frédéric Anton, Daum crystalware, Christofle goldsmiths, etc.
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Richard Orlinski and Make a wish
In 2012, Richard Orlinski executed several crocodiles for Make a wish. This charity aims to grant the wishes of children aged 3 to 18 suffering from a serious illness. Richard Orlinski is an artist with a big heart; by auctioning unpublished works, he brings happiness and dreams to sick children. In 2022 he is the sponsor for the auction of Janod France rockets in aid of the Make-A-wish France association.
Richard Orlinski is a singer as he has also collaborated with Akon and Eva Simons. Video Richard Orlinski, Eva Simons with the track Heartbeat.
In 2016, he produced the "W9 d'Or" music ceremony trophy with Wild Kong. Then, in 2017, he starred in Francis Renaud's film Les Effarés. Some of his works, including the Kong, are even on display in the villa of the reality TV show Les Anges.
Galerie Orlinski au 68 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré dans le 8ᵉ arrondissement parisien.
Galerie Orlinski
Galerie Orlinski
Galerie Orlinski
Galerie Orlinski au 68 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré dans le 8ᵉ arrondissement parisien.
Galerie Orlinski au 68 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré dans le 8ᵉ arrondissement parisien.
Galerie Orlinski
Galerie Orlinski
Galerie Orlinski
Galerie Orlinski au 68 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré dans le 8ᵉ arrondissement parisien.
Also during this year 2017, he opens his first Galerie Orlinski, which is located at 68 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré in the 8ᵉ arrondissement of Paris. Then, in 2018, Richard Orlinski designs the trophy for the winner of the Formula 1 French Grand Prix. His work named Kong brandishes a Pirelli brand tire, and can be found in blue, white and red.
Following the success of his first gallery, he created others in Paris, London, Courchevel, Saint-Tropez, Miami and New York. In 2021, he was made an Officier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the Minister of Culture.
Richard Orlinski's setbacks
A large number of art lovers and enthusiasts appreciate the artist, on the other hand, in the contemporary art world, Richard Orlinski is much criticized. Several artists have already accused him of forgery. First, Orlinski was condemned in 2010 for counterfeiting a light table by the artist Yves Klein. Then, in 2013, French artist Xavier Veilhan took legal action against him, but without success. Then, in June 2019, the French National Financial Prosecutor's Office opened an investigation into money laundering and tax fraud. A former collaborator, Antony Gébrier, accuses the artist of having concealed certain income from the French tax authorities. As a result, Bercy organizes a tax audit. Success makes people envious, jealousy or not, this artist, adored by some, also arouses the hatred of many others. Richard Orlinski's works of art are vivid, beautiful and timeless, capable of arousing the wonder of young and old alike.
Richard Orlinski in Venice
cheval
lion
monster king
panda
panda
requin
ours debout
ours marchant
ours marchant
wild kong
kong sauvage
kong sauvage inox
kong sauvage inox
wild kong oil
wild kong oil
effigie
effigie
In 2022, Richard Orlinski exhibited at the Giardini della Marinaressa in Venice. Visitors discover twelve monumental sculptures that give the impression of being alive. They are colorful, gigantic in size, colorful and timeless.
Richard Orlinski in Nice, during Carnaval 2023
Already on February 09, 2023, Orlinski exhibited a 3-meter, yellow gorilla statue. For the duration of the Nice Carnival, you couldn't miss it. It was installed on the coulée verte, Square Leclerc in Nice.
This little Cuir cousu main workshop-boutique in Nice lives up to its name. It's real leather craftsmanship offering handmade, solid, beautiful and original.
Cuir cousu main in Nice, Handmade leather
Roberto presents a wide range of handbags for men and women, lightweight leather shoes, belts and many smaller items such as purses, original key rings, bracelets, necklaces and more.
All items are made in leather, on site.
How about a personalized item?
Since everything is made on site, you can also request a customized item to your dimensions: a photo bag, a belt pouch, a suitcase tag, etc.? Why not?
Practical information
Cuir cousu main
6 rue Saint Gaëtan
near the Prefecture
in Vieux Nice
The Petit pan de mur jaune is an artist's studio by painter Isabelle Decoster, in Nice. Of course, the studio's name refers to Ver Meer's Vue de Delft and Marcel Proust's A la recherche du temps perdu. But what do we find in this artist's studio?
The Petit pan de mur jaune à Nice
Visual artist Isabelle Decoster's atelier-boutique is well-stocked and colorful. There are as many oil paintings as watercolors, as many gouaches as charcoals, as many acrylics as inks, as many pencil works as collages, and so on.
This diversity of techniques is matched by a wide range of inspirations. Landscapes, the human body, flowers, but also movement, abstraction and more.
This workshop-boutique is like an Ali Baba's cave, waiting to be discovered.
Isabelle Decoster
Isabelle Decoster lives and works in Nice. A graduate of the Beaux-Arts de Lille and the Ecole Supérieure d'expression Plastique de Tourcoing, she has always drawn and painted, according to her sensibility and passions. She also teaches, and to do so, she practices various techniques.
That's why, when you visit her studio, you're struck by the diversity of her inspiration and techniques.
Today, she continues to explore her art and offers workshops, for beginners and experienced alike.
Practical information
Address
Petit pan de mur jaune
3 rue Saint Joseph
in Old Nice
In Vieux Nice, you'll find an exceptional boutique, the Comptoir de la rose, based entirely on products made from... roses. Roses grown without pesticides, and regularly tested for heavy metals. That gives you confidence.
Comptoir de la rose
The rose, you know. It's that flower known since antiquity and transformed, hybridized to give over 3,000 cultivars. But it's the Centifolia rose that remains the queen of perfumers' rose fields. The queen, but not the only one, of course. Centifolia is accompanied by Rose Tango (or Rose de Vence) and Rose de Damascena, for example.
And if mankind has always sought to use its fragrance, Comptoir de la rose has decided to sublimate the rose, in all its forms, to let you discover it in surprising, original and very gourmet forms.
Perfumes and cosmetics
Of course, there are perfumes and cosmetics.
Rose eau de parfum is beautifully delicate, fragrant and long-lasting. For men and women alike.
But rose also provides its benefits in the form of scrubs, bath salts, shower foam, etc.
Eternal roses
But Comptoir de la rose also offers eternal roses. That is, compositions of real rose petals that never age.
Gourmet food
Beverages like special beers or rose-flavored rums, or liqueurs. And a whole range of delicatessen items: salt, pepper, garlic confit à la rose, tomato confit, petal jam, honey, syrup, crystallized petals, olives à la rose, etc. Not forgetting teas and infusions.
Ambient fragrances
Rose is an excellent way to perfume home interiors, in home fragrances, sprays, candles and more.
In short, Le Comptoir de la rose is a whole new and oh-so-pleasant universe...
Rose picking
Nothing to hide, just a love of roses to pass on. When we tell you that roses are grown in the Grasse region, it's true. And you can even take part in the rose-picking, by registering in advance at the boutique.
Among the fields of roses, you'll select the flowers best suited to developing their aroma. Don't worry, we'll teach you how. Then you'll pick them by hand, gradually filling your basket. Delicate picking, always done by hand as in the old days.
History of Comptoir de la rose
This business was born of a shared energy, that of a Grasse rose grower, Larry Pasetti, and that of Stéphanie Aufrère, who was already managing the rose grower's marketing.
Together, since they already owned the raw material, roses, they came up with the idea and the desire to sublimate this emblematic flower.
A first store will open in Grasse in 2020, then in Cannes in 2021 and finally in Nice in 2022.
The 26th Nice Book Festival takes place from June 2 to 4, 2023. Organized by the city of Nice, this event takes place under the presidency of Giuliano da Empoli, Grand Prix of the French Academy for his premonitory novel The Magus of the Kremlin.
On the program, shows, meetings and dozens and dozens of authors present, to be discovered on stage or among the very many barnums of the Albert 1er garden.
Nice Book Festival 2023 meetings
France Bleu Azur provides a dozen hours of airtime on the event and organizes meetings-debates.
Alia Zegaoula, Gil Florini then Géraldine Coullaud-Boudy, Kaotik 747, David Foenkinos, Haydée Otero, Julien Soulié, Valentin Musso, Bernard Minier, Claude Rizzo, Laurence Peyrin, Franz-Olivier Giesbert, Gilles Paris, Jacques Pradel, Didier Van Cauwelaert, Sylain Tesson, Isabelle Carré, Françis Huster, Bruno Solo, Lilas Spak, Clara Laurent, Richard Pogliano, Romain Sardou, Christine Angot, Mélissa Da Costa, Olivier Dorchamps, Vladimir Fédorovski, Eric Garandeau, Thierry Vimal, Grégory Regnier, Janine Boissard, Guillaume Nery, etc.
I invite you to know better the complete program of this very big literary event, on the official website of the Nice Book Festival.
Signing sessions
In addition to the many authors already mentioned, the organizers have also invited a hundred others. Among the authors you can meet are Tonino Benacquista, Boris Cyrulnik, Irène Frain, Douglas Kennedy, Jean-Christophe Ruffin, Alain Vircondelet, Bernard Werber, etc.
Prize Nice Baie des Anges
This Nice Baie des Anges prize will be awarded on May 17, 2023 and will be officially presented during the Nice Book Festival.
The jury, chaired by Franz-Olivier Giesbert, is composed of Paule Constant, from the Goncourt Academy, Irène Frain, Aurélie de Gubernatis, Didier van Cauwelaert, Laurent Seksik, Jean-Luc Gagliolo and Nicolas Galup.
The books in the running are:
Averse. Des nouvelles des indésirables, J. M. G. LE CLÉZIO (Gallimard)
Avalanche, Raphaël HAROCHE, (Gallimard)
La douceur, Etienne de MONTETY (Stock)
This is not a news story, Philippe BESSON (Julliard)
Aranea. The legend of the Emperor, Alexandre MURAT (Fleuve Noir)
La malédiction de la Madone, Philippe VILAIN (Robert Laffont)
Tous immortels, Paul PAVLOWITCH (Buchet Chastel)
Baltic Song, Olivier ROHE (Allia)
Youth Prize: The book of the students of Nice
A literary prize is awarded to a work for youth, by the students of Nice. Under the direction of the author Susie Morgenstern.
This prize will be awarded on May 4 and officially presented on Thursday, May 4, 2023.
Nominees include:
Frankie: What a Movie by Marie Chartres, from L'Ecole des loisirs
Les Magies de l'Archipel, tome 1: Arcadia, by Estelle Faye at Nathan
The Musketeers' Circle: On Guard by Chrysostomo Gourio, Baribal éditions
Mission Kidnapping for Erin, by Anne-Gaëlle Morizur, Editions Goater.
Shows
The Little Cabin, from My 18 Exiles, by Susie Morgenstern
Sunday, June 4 11:00 am at the Francis Gag Theater, musical reading of the author's texts.
Free admission, on reservation
Practical information
Albert 1st Garden
From 10 am to 7 pm
Free admission
A luggage storage on Rue de France is located only 160m from our apartment. It can be useful if we cannot keep your luggage ourselves. We will do our best to make this possible, of course, but we are dependent on the schedules of our cleaning staff and the schedules of our visitors.
Luggage storage on rue de France
The nearest luggage locker is located only 160m away. It is a recent self-service luggage locker. Bagmobile. You choose a locker to deposit your luggage. And you leave with peace of mind.
Bagmobile address
8 rue Barralis in Nice
Opening
The luggage store is open every day, from 6am to 11pm. Non stop. Self-service.
You will visit local vineyards or, depending on your choice, lavender fields, the Gorges du Verdon, canyons, etc. You will thus see local, exceptional sites and activities.
Gratta keka of Nice (or gratta-queca) is an ice cream bread, grated and sprinkled with a syrup of your choice. To be eaten with a straw. Not to be confused with the Granite, more universal, of which it remains however very close.
Grattakeka of Nice
Originally, ice cream makers made Gratta keka and sold it in street vendors, often in three-wheelers or in kiosks. Nowadays, this Nice delicacy can still be found just about everywhere, mainly in cafés and ice cream shops, but at certain times: from May and throughout the summer.
The vegetables to be stuffed are usually blanched, then hollowed out. The stuffing is composed of onions, salt, garlic, basil, salt, pepper, bread crumbs, grated cheese and the rest of the hollowed out vegetables. In the stuffing, we avoid adding tomatoes or peppers.
A light drizzle of olive oil completes the preparation.
The whole thing is put in the oven to be served more or less gratinated.
In the stuffing of Nice, we find essentially zucchinis, eggplants, onions, tomatoes or peppers.
This salad was originally made with tomatoes and anchovies, drizzled with olive oil. But the recipe quickly evolved, adding red onions, hard-boiled eggs, olives. Sometimes the anchovies are replaced by tuna.
In short, the salade niçoise has been adapted to the ingredients of the season and to the tastes of the gastronomes. It can be presented on a bed of green salad.
Not in the salade niçoise
But never, never, never add potatoes or green beans to it, otherwise you may be preparing an excellent salad, but more niçoise.
Salade niçoise is made with raw vegetables.
The pissaladière would be of Ligurian origin. If it is found throughout the Ligurian and Provencal region, the people of Nice have made it a very specific specialty.
Pissaladière is a bread dough made exclusively of flour, water, olive oil and yeast. It is generously topped with chopped and stewed onions, almost candied. In Nice, this is the first specificity of the niçoise pissaladière, these onions are mixed with pissalat sauce, that is to say a sauce based on small fishes, a kind of tapenade of fish or fry.
And moreover, on this bed of onions and pissalat, we add anchovy fillets and black olives from the country.
Other "pissaladières"
You can find pissaladières embellished with tomatoes, arugula or other ingredients. Why not. But it is no longer an authentic pissaladière of the past.
If you spend some time in Nice, you might as well taste the real niçoise pissaladière, in many food shops.
Also on the Saleya market Chez Teresa Les escapades d'Agnès
First, a round galette is shaped, which is placed in a well oiled mold, preferably copper. Oiled, with olive oil, of course.
In the wood-fired oven, the dough takes on a beautiful orange-yellow color.
Consumption
It is eaten, preferably warm, to appreciate its slightly crispy surface and its softer heart. Nowadays, it is served as an aperitif or as an appetizer. More rarely, it can be used as a main dish outside.
This socca, like other preparations of the same type throughout the world, was both economical to make, practical to transport, easy to eat and particularly rich nutritionally.
Peasants, sailors, and all those who worked hard outdoors could therefore find there, if not a meal, at least a snack, a snack that would keep the body going.
Between two pieces of bread (most often round and bathed in garlicky olive oil), we add the ingredients of the niçoise salad: tomatoes, egg, anchovies, olive and olive oil.
By the way, the word pan-bagnat comes from bagnar (in Provencal) which means to bathe, to wet. This bread is indeed wet with garlic olive oil.
Other pans-bagnats
Beware, for some Niceans, it is sacrilege to modify the traditional recipe. But what traditional recipe? This one has largely evolved since the origin.
Indeed, we can find pans-bagnats containing chicken, arugula, mayonnaise, etc. These varieties depend on the taste of each person but are not traditional pans-bagnats.
If you are in Nice for a few days, you might as well try the real Nice pan bagnat.
Nice cuisine is above all Mediterranean, borrowing certain notions from Liguria or Provence. But it has developed its own personality that differs from its inspirers.
Main Nice cuisine recipes
Among the most famous Nice dishes are, among others:
There are still many other specialties: chard pie, pistou soup, rabbit à la niçoise, daube, etc.
The traditional cuisine
Here, cuisine has such a personality, that it has been able to obtain a label: cuisine nissarde, the respect of tradition.
Not all restaurants offering real local cuisine are approved cuisine nissarde. So you can taste this traditional cuisine in many restaurants, those approved are less numerous. See our links below. I invite you to read our pages on restaurants in Nice, some of which are classified as traditional cuisine and some as strict cuisine nissarde.
More info on local cuisine
Also on the Saleya market Chez Teresa Les escapades d'Agnès
JENK in Nice is a red candy that has recently been replaced by a yellow one. Remember, in 2011, she exhibited her Candy Nations at the G20 Summit in Cannes.
JENK in Nice, red or yellow candy
The red candy from JENK in Nice
Who is the artist behind this large candy installed on the A8 highway? JENK is the artist who made this famous red candy visible on the edge of the A8, at the entrance of Nice. The motorists who use A8 missed the red candy that had disappeared. No candy for two months. It was just a matter of being patient.
Yellow candy from JENK in Nice
The red candy from JENK in Nice is giving way to a 5-meter-high, yellow-colored polyester candy. The yellow of course evokes the sun, the citrus fruits of the French Riviera, etc. It is, of course, the artist Laurence Jenkell who is the creator of this sculpture installed on the edge of the A8 highway since January 25.
JENK in Nice, on the edge of the A8, why this place?
Some say that the highway is a strange place to exhibit a work of art. On the other hand, for JENK in Nice and the other artists, it is in order to reach a maximum of people. This exhibition is only possible thanks to Laurence Jenkell's partnership with the Escota network of Vinci Autoroutes. Highway Art features more than 70 works on French highways.
Jenk = Laurence Jenkell
Wrapping, oeuvres uniques 2020-2022
Monacandy
Cafetière italienne
Wrapping Twist, emballage froissé de bonbon
Robot
His background
She is a self-taught French artist. She lives and works in Vallauris, in the Alpes-Maritimes. Since then, she creates with materials such as marble, bronze and even Murano glass. She also masters perfectly the Plexiglas, in particular with Ice Candy, Wrapping Bonbon and Wrapping Twist, crumpled packaging of candy. She also works with polished aluminum with Wrapping Twist Aluminum. JENK also makes other deformed utilitarian objects such as the Italian coffee pot, etc. Through her collection of Robots, she asks herself the following questions: What will become of humanity when robots have a conscience of their own? What will be our place? By creating her works, she also wants to question us. The artist is known in France, but also in more than 50 other countries.
Some key dates
Candy Nations
In 2011, she exhibited 55 sculptures, her Candy Nations for five months, on the Croisette. Her XXL Multicolored Candies form a hedge of honor that welcomes the presidents for the G20 summit in Cannes.
Appearance in 2017 of the Wrapping Twist, crumpled packaging of the candy paper.
56e Biennale Venise
58e Biennale Venise
58e Biennale Venise
In 2019, she is participating in the 56th and 58ᵉ Venice Biennale (OFF) with Personal Structures. Since 2020, she signs Laurence JENK. On September 8, 2021, Laurence Jenk receives the medal of Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by Eric Ciotti. In 2022, opening of a studio-gallery in Monaco and creations of Candy Nations, a collection in tribute to Monaco.
2023,a busy year
Monacandy
In honor of the fiftieth anniversary of the death of Pablo Picasso, Barbizon invites about fifty contemporary artists to exhibit. Since 08 04 and until 10 06 2023, JENK exhibits his work in tribute to the 50 years of the disappearance of Picasso. It is a Wrapping Bonbon Tribute to Picasso that measures 98 cm on aluminum base and it is made of polyester. Until July, in Cambrai, JENK also exhibits other large-scale creations. Two of his works are present in Dubai until the end of September 2023. Laurence JENK, participates in the Concours d'élégance Auto Moto organized at the initiative of Cavigal Auto Moto on the port of Nice. For this occasion, JENK exhibits on the podium a 120 cm Wrapping Bonbon Rouge sculpture. The trophy that will reward the Dolce Vita category is the Monacandy sculpture of turquoise color and 40 cm height. This work by the artist JENK is unique.
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The causes championed by JENK
JENK is a sculptor and painter, but not only that, she supports many causes that are close to her heart. Causes such as women's rights, health, environmental issues or the animal condition. The artist JENK regularly creates unique works for the benefit of associations. We can note the Telethon, the Women's Foundation, the Monegasque Red Cross or Pink October and many others. Then, in 2021, JENK offers a Red Cross sculpture for the first summer concert of the Monegasque Red Cross. Wrapping Candy Mask is the name given to this unique piece of 190 cm, white with a red cross in its center. This sculpture was not the only one by JENK. 500 mini sculptures Wrapping Candy Mask Collector, are given to guests during the evening.
Mattel collaboration
Jenkellizing a work
Jenkellizing is inserting an object or message inside an authentic Wrapping Bonbon. This was notably the case in a Mattel collaboration with Barbi
Information
JENK Gallery 29 Boulevard Rainier III 98000 Monaco
The No finish line 2023 in Nice takes place from May 14 to 19, 2023, on the Promenade des Anglais.
The No finish line 2023 in Nice
The No finish line is a sporting event, without a start or finish line. One runs there as a sportsman, with friends, colleagues or quietly as a family, one walks there, in short, one participates as one wants, when one wants. The goal is therefore not to win, but to participate. And in doing so, to fund projects in favor of disadvantaged or sick children of the French Riviera. 1km = 1€.
The No finish line 2022
In 2022, this event had provided 54,655 kms. You read correctly: 54,655 kms covered by 3142 participants. The sum was entirely paid by the association No finish line, thanks to its partners and sponsors.
Practical information
Individual registrations: they can be done via the site www.sport-up.fr until 08/05/2023
Or by email on the official website. Official Site
The historical shops of Nice reflect the traditional activities of the Nice region. Indeed, one finds there the jewels of nature: the olive tree and the flowers. In other words, olive oil and perfumes. Without forgetting the sweetness of life with its sweets.
Confiserie Maison Auer
We've edited a special page on the Maison Auer in Nice that you absolutely must know about.
This is the realm of gourmet food. Indeed, this business is all at once that of an excellent pastry chef, chocolatier and confectioner who excels in all his fields.
Alziari Olive Oil
We have edited a special page on the Alziari oil mill in Nice that will amaze many about the quality and diversity of the products offered.
The Nicolas Alziari oil mill in Nice has existed since 1868. It still extracts oil by mechanized processes. It offers traditional oils with an incomparable taste, but also personalized oils, to discover.
MOLINARD perfumery
Perfumery Molinard is a local and family-owned company, which offers handcrafted perfumes, made in Grasse, the world capital of perfumery. For 5 generations now, the family has been creating subtle perfumes and declining them into home fragrances, candles, soaps, creams, etc. Everything here breathes elegance. In Old Nice, near the Opera.
20 rue St François de Paule, in Old Nice
60, boulevard Victor Hugo and 16, place aux Aires in Grasse Molinard
Parfumerie FRAGONARD
Fragonard is another historic family-owned perfumery in Grasse. It creates refined perfumes, witnesses of an ancestral know-how of excellence. Unforgettable perfumes, but also other home or body products that perfume magnifies. Very interesting perfume museum.
In the Old Nice, 100m from the Opera.
11 Cours Saleya in Old Nice
3 Rue Jean Ossola in Grasse
Perfume museum, 20 boulevard Fragonard in Grasse Fragonard
Ici Là-Bas is an eco-responsible shop in the Old Nice. Final closure in progress.
This store offers many decorative objects, tableware and accessories. Artists and craftsmen, either from Nice or its region, or from many countries in Asia, Africa, Europe or even Latin America, have created most of the objects.
The objects offered by Ici Là-Bas in Nice
From Nice or Madagascar, South Africa, Mexico, India, Zambia, Vietnam, etc., the hand of the craftsman is the same, the vision of the world is the same: to make beautiful and useful with what is thrown away because deemed worthless. Worthless?
A boutique café?
This business is meant to be social. Indeed, it reserves a part of the premises to certain artistic activities and one can take a coffee there by sharing what one is. What activities? Bach flowers, herbalism, sewing, watercolor, manual creations, etc.
Ici Là-Bas and fair trade
Ici Là-Bas is an ethical, responsible and solidarity-based café/shop in Nice.
Indeed, the pieces offered are from local or foreign crafts. The selection takes into account the environmental quality of production, the social impact of activities, working conditions and remuneration of artists or craftsmen.
And this implies that most of the objects are made of recycled materials: iron cans, plastic bottles, aluminum paper, telephone wires, etc.
And the other objects?
The artisans make the other objects with local materials, such as bamboo, beeswax, etc.
This is tantamount to saying that buying becomes an ethical and supportive gesture.
The Marc Chagall National Museum in Nice exhibits paintings and lithographs by the artist. The pleasant museum has become a reference, given the quantity and quality of the works exhibited.
Chagall National Museum in Nice
The Biblical Message
Analyses of the paintings are provided by nice-riviera.com: Click on the image to enlarge and read at the bottom.
FR = La Création de l’Homme. Le ciel préfigure l’histoire du peuple juif. L’ange est habillé comme un homme, Chagall s’affirmant ainsi comme créateur et porteur du message divin.
EN = The Creation of Man. The sky prefigures the history of the Jewish people, whose sacrifice Christ symbolizes. The angel is dressed as a man, thus affirming Chagall as creator and bearer of the divine message.
FR = Abrahm et les trois anges. Abraham et Sarah apprennent la naissance d’un fils à leur âge avancé. En haut à droite, l’annonce de la destruction de Sodome et Gomorrhe.
EN = Abrahm and the three angels. Abraham and Sarah learn of the birth of a son at their advanced age. At the top right, the announcement of the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah.
FR = Le Paradis. On assiste à la naissance d’Eve , tirée de la côte d’Adam. Au-dessus d’elle, déjà la Tentation se profile. Sur la droite, Adam et Eve enlacés s’apprêtent à goûter au fruit défendu.
EN = Paradise. We witness the birth of Eve, taken from Adam’s rib. Above her, the Temptation is already looming. On the right, Adam and Eve embraced are about to taste the forbidden fruit.
FR = Le Paradis. On assiste à la naissance d’Eve , tirée de la côte d’Adam. Au-dessus d’elle, déjà la Tentation se profile. Sur la droite, Adam et Eve enlacés s’apprêtent à goûter au fruit défendu.
EN = Paradise. We witness the birth of Eve, taken from Adam’s rib. Above her, the Temptation is already looming. On the right, Adam and Eve embraced are about to taste the forbidden fruit.
FR = La Lutte de Jacob avec l’ange. Chagall s’intègre dans la scène en peignant sa maison natale. A droite, Rachel au puits, la vision de son fils Joseph dépouillé par ses frères, la douleur de Jacob, symbole des malheurs du peuple juif.
EN = Jacob’s Wrestling with the Angel. Chagall integrates himself into the scene by painting his native house. On the right, Rachel at the well, the vision of her son Joseph stripped by his brothers, the pain of Jacob, symbol of the misfortunes of the Jewish people.
FR = Moïse et le buisson ardent. Moïse s’agenouille devant le buisson ardent. Un ange lui annonce sa mission : conduire les Hébreux hors d’Egypte. Tout à gauche, la traversée de la Mer rouge.
EN = Moses and the burning bush. Moses kneels before the burning bush. An angel announces his mission: to lead the Hebrews out of Egypt. On the left, the crossing of the Red Sea.
FR = Le Frappement du rocher. Le peuple hébreu affamé et assoiffé malmène Moïse qui fait surgir une source du rocher.
EN = The Striking of the Rock. The hungry and thirsty Hebrew people bully Moses who makes a spring appear from the rock.
FR = Le Songe de Jacob. Pendant que jacob dort, il rêve d’anges dansant autour d’un échelle, symbole de sa longue descendance, cependant qu’à droite, un ange porte un chandelier qui symbolise l’espoir.
EN = The Dream of Jacob. While Jacob sleeps, he dreams of angels dancing around a ladder, symbolizing his long descent, while on the right, an angel carries a candlestick symbolizing hope.
FR = Noé et l’arc-en-ciel. En haut, figure l’alliance pleine de promesses entre Dieu et des hommes. En bas, les malheurs du peuple juif.
EN = Noah and the rainbow. Above, the covenant full of promises between God and men. Below, the misfortunes of the Jewish people.
FR = L’arche de Noé. La pluie diluvienne est partout. On est là dans l’intérieur de l’arche, symbolisant une seconde naissance de l’humanité.
EN = Noah’s ark. The torrential rain is everywhere. We are there in the interior of the ark, symbolizing a second birth of humanity.
FR = Adam et Eve chassés sur paradis. Une explication plus détaillée figure ci-dessous.
EN = Adam and Eve driven out of paradise. A more detailed explanation is given below.
FR = Moïse recevant les Tables de la loi. A droite, de bas en haut, le grand prêtre Aaron, David et Jérémie et la fuite es juifs qui se rapprochent de Dieu. A gauche, les juifs sont divisés entre ceux qui attendent Moïse et ceux qui adorent le Veau d’or. Tout en haut, Chagall s’associe à l’histoire des juifs en représentant un couple enlacé et des isbas.
EN = Moses receiving the Tables of the Law. On the right, from bottom to top, the high priest Aaron, David and Jeremiah and the flight of the Jews who approach God. On the left, the Jews are divided between those who await Moses and those who worship the Golden Calf. At the top, Chagall associates himself with the history of the Jews by representing an embracing couple and isbas.
The museum contains the Biblical Message paintings of 1966. This series includes 12 works illustrating Genesis and Exodus. The works are large format, with the style so particular to Marc Chagall, between symbolism and Russian neo-primitivism, with many revealing details. This is the case, for example, of Adam and Eve chased from paradise.
An angel chases Adam and Eve who are about to leave paradise and the painting, while the vertical Tree of Light stands still on the left. But Adam and Eve are accompanied by a red rooster, symbol of vitality and fertility. At the bottom right, we discover a maternity. The couple then, chased out of paradise, are heading towards their future as ancestors of humanity.
Canticle of Canticles
The Chagall Museum also presents five paintings illustrating the Song of Songs, to which Marc Chagall felt close. The cycle of five paintings is dedicated to Vava, his second wife. In red/pink tones, we discover five episodes of the couple David and Bathsheba, always with many symbolic details that guide the interpretation of the work.
Analyses of the paintings are provided by nice-riviera.com : click on the image to enlarge and read at the bottom.
Les deux gazelles jaune et bleue sont à rattacher aux seins de la femme, dont le Cantique des cantiques disait :
Tes deux seins sont comme deux faons //
Comme les jumeaux d'une gazelle //
Qui paissent au milieu des lis. La femme nue à droite est la jeune femme qui cherchait son fiancé dans Jerusalem la nuitLa jeune femme nue est allongée sur une palme au-dessus de Jerusalem. Le portrait au centre est celui de Chagall lui-même, se sentant partie prenante du Cantique des cantiques. David vole vers son trône sous la forme d'un oiseau, symbole de sa musique.L'allusion à la femme est ici évidente. Notez que la Jerusalem représentée ressemble à Saint-Paul-de-Vence, résidence du peintre, surmontant Vitebsk, ville natale de Chagall.
Ici, on retrouve une partie de la vie de l'artiste : le Juif errant et ses exils, le couple enlacé est Marc et Bella, décédée. On retrouve également la nouvelle vie de Marc Chagall dans le Sud de la France et son deuxième mariage avec Vava, à qui est dédié le cycle.David et Bethsabée enlacés sur le dos d’un cheval ailé survolant la ville de Jérusalem. Le cheval pourrait être l'amour qui porte au divin, le désir charnel et Pégase, symbole de la poésie. David est figuré en vert, sous le coup de l'émotion.On distingue les deux collines de Vitebsk, ville natale de Chagall et Jérusalem, avec le trône de David. Le soleil prend la forme d'une étoile de David. David, en violet, avance vers Betsabée, tout à gauche. Elle est entourée de fleurs et de fruits, symboles d'une longue descendance.
Other works
Finally, the museum offers other works: lithographs, gouaches, five sculptures, etc.
Marc Chagall and the French Riviera
Marc Chagall (1887-1985) traveled in Europe and the United States, notably driven away by anti-Semitism. Back in France in 1948, he settled in Vence. He works and sells all over the world. In 1972, he donated the works of the Biblical Message to the French state. The latter, under the direction of Minister André Malraux, undertakes to build a museum to present these works, in a place given by the City of Nice. Marc Chagall participates in the development of the museum. The museum strengthens its collections through various donations. It has thus become a major museum in Nice and one of the essential museums dedicated to Marc Chagall.
Practical information
Marc Chagall National Museum Avenue du Docteur Ménard 06000 Nice
Access Bus line 5, stop Musée Chagall By foot : 16mn from the Matisse Museum or 12mn from the Thiers central station
Opening Open every day except Tuesday, January 1st, May 1st, December 25th From May 2nd to October 31st : 10am-6pm From November 1st to April 30th : 10am-5pm
This incomparable art business offers hundreds of plexiglass inclusions. It's a far cry from simple resin, which is fragile and doesn't age well. Here, the plexiglass reflects its incomparable light. Indeed, one of its great qualities is that it is beautifully luminous.
But it has another property, that of refraction. A certain mirror effect which, under certain angles, splits the included subject.
Everything is light in the plexiglass, a magical light.
Transparence and the objects of inclusion in plexiglass
Thierry Wintrebert is a specialist in model ships and marine objects.
The objects are made of metal in the workshop for the most part.
There are many marine subjects: beautiful sailboats, pointus niçois of course, divers under the bubbles of their breath, colored fish, etc.
But the inventiveness of Thierry Wintrebert is without limit. He also includes Nice's iconic blue chairs, insects, fish, and a multitude of everyday objects: soda bottles, thimbles, watches, paint tubes, dripping faucets, etc.
Also Mondrian-like motifs.
It is impossible to list here the infinite diversity of subjects. There is something for everyone. This wealth of inspiration can only be seen by visiting this Ali Baba's cave of plexiglass inclusion.
A difficult and masterful technique
These objects are included in a gangue of liquid plexiglass. Then, this gangue is itself included in a parallelepiped mold filled with liquid plexiglass.
The whole is then heated to 120° for 8 hours in an autoclave under a pressure of 10 bars.
Once cooled, the parallelepiped is dull and hollow on each side, due to a natural shrinkage of the material. It is then necessary to sand the faces to make a perfectly smooth and brilliant parallelepiped.
A huge job then, before getting the bright and perfect objects you see on display.
Fragonard perfumer in Nice, it's a very nice store on Cours Saleya and two others at Nice Côte d'Azur airport. Since 1926, the family business Fragonard offers perfumes for men and women, cosmetics and soaps, scents for the home, but also fashion accessories, interior decoration and items for the art of the table.
Fragonard perfumer in Nice, the shop
The very pretty Fragonard perfumer store in Nice, with its facade in the colors of Provence is located on the Cours Saleya, in the heart of Nice.
The products sold at Fragonard perfumer in Nice
In the Fragonard store in Nice, you will find :
- perfume bottles and sets for men and women,
- cosmetics and soaps such as face and body care products, shower gels, etc
- in the home fragrance range, you will find candles, diffusers and room sprays,
- the articles related to fashion are blouses, tunics, tops, bags and clutches, shawls, scarves, but also slippers and mules
- in the art of living range, a wide choice of cups, trays, cushions and goblets, but also household linen, pouches, bags and pouches, etc.
History of Fragonard
Eugene Fuchs
It all starts with Eugène Fuchs who settles in the sunny lands of the Grasse region. He decided to create his own company and bought two perfumeries in Grasse: Cresp-Martinenq and Muraour.
And so in 1926, the Parfumerie Fragonard was born.
Why the name Fragonard?
Simply to pay tribute to the most famous man in the city of Grasse who is none other than the painter Jean-Honoré Fragonard(1732-1806).
The building that was a tannery in the eighteenth century is purchased by Fuchs, he transforms it into a factory that is used for the manufacture of perfumes.
Between the two wars, Eugene Fuchs will take advantage of the posh tourism on the French Riviera by showing his factory. Of course, visitors will quite often buy a perfume.
Georges Fuchs and François Costa
In 1929, his son Georges Fuchs and his son-in-law François Costa took over the reins of the company. The two brothers-in-law share the task, with François taking care of Grasse and Georges taking care of the foreign markets. Georges Fuchs establishes the Fragonard name in the United States with the Blue Grass perfume.
Jean-François Costa
In 1939, François and Emilie Costa's son, Jean-François Costa, joined the company. In the late 1950s, he replaces his father, and works with his cousin Patrick.
And in 1968, between Nice and Monaco, opening of the perfume factory in Eze, it is possible to visit the perfumery and the cosmetics laboratory in which creams and body care products are manufactured.
Jean-François Costa is an art lover, with the objects related to the history of perfumery that he collected, in 1975 he opened the first Perfume Museum in Grasse. Then, two Parisian museums open including the Perfume Museum in 1982, at 9, rue Scribe in Paris.
In 1986, opening of the Flower Factory in Grasse, which manufactures and packages Fragonard products but it also provides an introduction to the perfume business.
In Paris, in 1993, opens the Capucines Perfume Museum also known as théâtre-musée des Capucines
Then in 1996, the first perfume store in Grasse was born.
Right next door, in 1997, the Musée Provençal du Costume et du Bijou opened, in 2011, the Jean-Honoré Fragonard Museum in Grasse and finally in 2015, the Perfume Museum Opera in Paris opened.
Agnès, Françoise and Anne Costa
These days, it is Jean-François Costa's three daughters, Agnès, Françoise and Anne Costa, who are at the helm of the house Fragonard. They care about the image of Fragonard and like their predecessors, they contribute their stone to the building. Nowadays, it's about twenty boutiques in France, but also abroad, especially in Milan since 2015. Since 2021, Fragonard is present at the Samaritaine in Paris. The same year, inauguration of a unique place "Fragonard la Maison in Arles" with on one side, a boutique on the first floor and on the other, six guest rooms on the upper floors.
Practical information about Fragonard perfumer in Nice
Fragonard
11 Cours Saleya
06300 Nice
Opening hours, Monday to Sunday from 10 H to 19 Hours.
Fragonard at Nice airport
Terminal 1 - Airside - Room A
Terminal 2 - Airside - Room A
The Matisse museum in Nice is installed in a beautiful house in the Cimiez district of Nice. You can admire many of his works: paintings, sculptures and drawings.
Matisse museum in Nice
The Matisse museum exhibits many works directly from the donations of the artist himself or his heirs.
It is therefore an exhibition of 31 paintings, 454 drawings and engravings, 38 gouaches cut out, 57 sculptures, etc. Thus, we admire the works that were dear to him, that he kept for himself or his relatives.
We find his masterpieces painted in his studio in the Place Charles Felix, his odalisques in particular, and his gouaches cut out of the Villa Regina, but also his sculptures, etc.
Finally, we also admire works that inspired him. A dialogue is established between the works, like snapshots of Matisse's life.
Matisse in Nice and its region
Matisse (1869-1954) loved Nice, which he discovered in 1917. Indeed, he made many stays and used several places in Nice: Old Nice, Mont Boron, Carabacel, Cimiez, etc.
He lived in Nice for most of his life, for 27 years. He also lived in the Nice region for about 40 years.
Matisse died in 1954. He is buried in the cemetery of the Monastery of Cimiez.
The Villa des Arènes and the Museum
The villa in which the museum is located dates back to the 17th century. It was built for Jean-Jérôme de Gubernatis, then president of the Senate of Nice and ambassador of the Dukes of Savoy.
The house was bought several times by different owners, until it was bought by the city of Nice in 1950. It took the name of Villa des Arènes.
And it is in 1963 that the Matisse museum was created.
Practical information
Matisse Museum 164, avenue des Arènes de Cimiez
06000 Nice
Access by bus
Lines 5, 18, 16, 40, 33
Stop : Arènes / Matisse Museum
Open every day except Tuesday
from 10am to 5pm, from November 1st to April 30th
from 10am to 6pm, from May 2nd to October 31st
Closed on January 1st, Easter Sunday, May 1st and December 25th.
The Massena Museum in Nice or Villa Massena Museum evokes the art and history of Nice, since its annexation to France.
Musée Massena in Nice
The Massena Museum exhibits documents related to the history of Nice (after 1860, when it became French).
FR = Proclamation du Roi de Sardaigne et Duc de Savoie.
EN = Proclamation of the King of Sardinia and Duke of Savoy
FR = Proclamation de l’Empereur aux habitants.
EN = Proclamation of the Emperor to the inhabitants
FR = Garibaldi, fondateur de l’unité italienne.
EN = Garibaldi, founder of Italian unity
FR = Famille Massena. EN = Massena Family
FR = Famille Massena.
EN = Massena family
We discover the proclamation of the King to the inhabitants of Savoy and Nice, by King Victor-Emmanuel of Savoy, giving the County of Nice to France. Similarly, the proclamation to the inhabitants of the Arrondissement de Nice by Senator Pietri, in the name of the Emperor.
But the museum does not disdain its origins, since there is also a large portrait of Garibaldi, born in Nice in 1807, and died in Caprera in 1882. Garibaldi was one of the key men in the unification of Italy.
Many other historical documents are presented to visitors.
The Massena Museum also traces the development of Nice, through paintings or photos of Nice in the early 20th century.
We discover the boats of Nice, called "pointus", pulled on the shore, along what is today the Promenade des Anglais and the Quai des Etats-Unis. The Promenade then looked like a country road. Nice had become a summer resort town, that seems obvious, but also a winter one because of its particularly mild climate.
This museum, very affordable, is therefore a dive into the past of Nice.
Exhibitions at the Massena Museum
The top floor of the Massena Palace is reserved for exhibitions.
Villa Massena and Nice
It was Victor Massena, grandson of Marshal of the Empire André Massena (André Massena was 1st Duke of Rivoli and Prince of Essling), who had the villa built in 1898. At the time, it was a pleasure house in the neo-classical and empire style.
The first floor was intended to be open to receptions, with its vast rooms opening onto the garden and the sea. The dining room with its glass rotunda attracts attention, as soon as you enter the palace.
It was Victor's son, André, who donated the villa to the city of Nice in 1919, to create a museum of art and history of Nice, under the name of Massena Museum, which will be inaugurated in 1921.
Practical information
Entrance to the museum by the gardens, Promenade des Anglais or by 65 rue de France.
The Maison Auer in Nice is an institution. First of all for its shimmering window display, its baroque interior, its furniture and stucco that catch the eye. The taste buds, on the other hand, are awakened in front of the candied fruits, the artisanal jams, but also all the pastries and chocolates, the pralines, etc.
Exterior of Maison Auer in Nice
Your eye is already drawn to the facade with its moldings, its ever-changing window display.
Interior of the Auer House in Nice
The interior of the store dazzles the customer, from floor to ceiling, it is a wonder. The color gold is everywhere, everything is precious such as stained glass windows, crystal chandeliers, marble and antique consoles. And the decorations of the furniture and the windows are breathtaking, you can see cherubs, festoons and flowers.
The products
All products are made the old-fashioned way in the workshops behind the sales location. The chocolates, fruit jellies, marrons glacés and candied fruits... contain no glucose, no coloring, and no added fat.
Pears and apricots, sold by weight, are prepared in earthenware pots. They can also be sold in assorted boxes. There are clementine from Corsica, mandarins from Italy, almonds, calissons and nougat from Provence, but also roasted hazelnuts from Piedmont, caramelized, etc. At least 15 flavors of homemade jam are offered, fruit pastes with strawberry, black cherry and many other flavors. Chestnuts and ginger are either candied in syrup or glazed with sugar, it's all about taste.
The Auer chocolate factory in Nice makes truffles, cream ganaches, pralines and more than 50 different chocolates, among others.
History of the Auer House in Nice
Henri Auer left Switzerland for France in 1820. In 1850, he already owned three confectioneries in Toulon, it was then that he bought a store specializing in candied fruits in Nice. It is the store which nowadays still belongs to the same Auer family.
In summary
5 generations, from Henri Auer to Thierry Auer, perpetuate a know-how, a tradition and a heritage. The quality of the work, the chosen ingredients, the welcome make the reputation of the Chocolaterie Auer in Nice.
Information
Maison Auer 7 rue St François de Paule in Old Nice, opposite the Opera 06300 Nice
You can of course visit the very nice store, but you can also order via the online store.
Opening hours Monday to Saturday, from 09H00 to 13H30 and 14H00 to 18H00, closed on Sunday.
Scuba diving in Nice is an activity offered by several organizations, whose contact information can be found under the chapter Practical Information.
Scuba diving in Nice
The seabed of the Baie des Anges is relatively well preserved. While diving, you can observe many species of fish, cephalopods and colorful plants.
From initiation to graduation, it's up to you to choose your level.
During the summer, you can dive or take part in a snorkeling tour.
Practical information
Nice diving
13 Quai des deux Emmanuel
06300 Nice Official website
NiceCIP
2 Ruelle des Moulins
(Rue du Lazaret)
06300 NICE Official website
Nicolas Alziari oil in Nice is one of the emblematic businesses of the city and the region.
The Nicolas Alziari business in Nice
In the store, you will be amazed at the variety of oils offered. This is one of the reasons for the company's notoriety. Indeed, Alziari has been able to preserve the traditional oils that have made its reputation. But also, it has never stopped innovating, inventing and offering new varieties, always of very high quality.
Oil from the estate
Oils of France
Grand cru
Flavored
Organic Oils
Etc
The store also sells olives and their by-products.
Tapenades
Pestos
Cosmetics
Etc
Finally, the line is expanding with the sale of groceries and accessories.
Sugars
Jellies
Seafood products
Honey
Pouring caps
Cans and barrels
Tabbards
Olivewood items
Etc
History of the Nicolas Alziari oil in Nice
The old Santa mill was bought by Cesar Martin to produce olive oil, around 1868. He had a modern building built and soon his olive oil became very successful.
This is how the first oil mill was born.
At the beginning of 1900, Nicolas Alziari took over the family business and improved the quality of the oils sold.
He searched for the best olives in Europe and managed to create blends that earned him an international reputation.
In 1936, Nicolas Alziari's daughter, Pauline, opened a store on rue Saint François de Paule.
In 1980, Pauline's son, Jean Nègre, developed the sale of oil by enriching it with accessory products.
Little by little, new oils are created, the estate grows from 30 to 60 hectares of olive trees.
The company is currently managed by David and Vincent Piot.
Practical information
Addresses
Boutique Nicolas Alziari
14 rue Saint François de Paule
Nice
Moulin and shop
318 Boulevard de la Madeleine
Nice
Access
Streetcar line 2 + bus 6M to the terminus of la Madeleine
or
Chemin de fer de Provence, stop La Madeleine
The Zielinska bakery in Nice offers "exceptional breads".
Please note that this is not a Zielinska bakery but a bakery, so no baguettes or croissants like in a classic bakery. Here, the baker kneads the dough, bakes the bread and sells it.
Zielinska Bakehouse in Nice
The Zielinska bakery is located in the Old Nice. It is the initiative of a woman, Domenika Zielinska.
This historian by training turned to baking, by passion. Having grown ancient species of cereals herself, she wanted to make them known. To make people appreciate the taste that we take the time to develop.
She also knows how to use local ingredients, such as buckwheat flour from Nice or chickpeas.
No baguettes, no croissants
The baker works in front of the customers. From the store, we see the baker or at times the baker, kneading the dough. The ovens are also visible. When the hot bread comes out of the oven, a good smell spreads through the room.
Here, bread is mainly made in balls. A bread that stays fresh for a long time, born from a long experience of several generations. In the past, it was often the women who made the bread, and Domenika Zielinska follows this tradition.
There is no difference between bread made by women and bread made by men. But there are differences between modern breads and those made with ancient flours. It is a whole unique heritage of knowledge that Domenika Zielinska puts at the service of good bread.
Practical information
Zielinska Bakery
4-6, Rue Jules Gilly
in the Old Nice
Paris-Nice cyclist is one of the many sporting events that take place in Nice. This is also the case for the Nice-Cannes Marathon, the Iron man, for example.
Paris Nice cyclist
Paris-Nice brings together competitors from top international teams at the start of the season. The stage race takes place in March.
The route may differ from year to year, but the final stage is often a Nice-Nice circuit, through the middle mountains with numerous 500-600m altitude passes that wear down the bodies. The race always ends on the Promenade des Anglais, usually arriving from the Col d'Eze, by the port.
Paris-Nice and animations on site
In Nice, visitors crowd into the village, a set of specialized equipment stands or those of some of the event's sponsors. On the Promenade des Anglais are arranged the podium for the presentation of the teams, as well as the finish podium.
The Nice Cannes Marathon in the Alpes-Maritimes runs along the Mediterranean Sea, from the Promenade des Anglais in Nice to the Croisette in Cannes. It is one of the most beautiful scenery for a marathon, unfortunately, the participants do not really have the leisure to admire it.
The different races of the Nice Cannes Marathon
This famous marathon of the Alpes-Maritimes attracts thousands of participants every year and especially the international elite.
Several races exist in the race:
relay marathon (in Antibes Juan-les-pins) of 2 runners, that is 21.1km each
relay marathon of 3 to 6 runners.
Practical information
Dates of the Nice Cannes Marathon
The marathon of the Alpes-maritimes Nice-Cannes traditionally takes place on the first Sunday in November, for a departure at 8am, Promenade des Anglais, near the green theater (towards the Hotel Meridien).
Next marathon of the Alpes-maritimes: Sunday, November 5, 2023.
Course of the marathon
The course runs along the coast to Cannes.
An exceptional event! 42.195 km!
The blue chair by SAB has been present on the Promenade des Anglais since 2014. Symbolically, it represents the mythical blue chairs that are arranged facing the sea and that the people of Nice love and use.
The blue chair of SAB
So since October 2014, the blue chair by Sabine Geraudie has been enthroned on the Quai des Etats-Unis, at 107. You can't miss this giant sculpture, it is located at the Albert 1er gardens.
Sabine Geraudie alias SAB
The dream of Sabine Geraudie was to become an artist. She started with drawing and then for several years, she incorporated a collective workshop. She discovered oil painting, she was then inspired by photos for her coated canvases, then Sabine Geraudie turned to pebbles.
In 1986 , the Vosges woman moved to Nice and then offered "art on demand". It was during a request from a client who wanted a work representing happiness, the difficulties in accessing it, but with a Nice touch, that the beginnings of the blue chair of SAB were born. Sabine Geraudie researches, documents and creates two staggered chairs with a body trying to catch the sun.
After this commission, she continues and continues to work on the blue chair. She was inspired by the old blue chairs by Toldo, but also by the new ones, designed in 1990 by the designer Jean-Michel Wilmotte. And so the blue chair by SAB was born.
The blue chair of SAB is a sculpture, a jewel, a bean...
This blue chair of SAB is a success, she registers the model at the INPI (National Institute of Industrial Property).
The creation of the blue chair in 2D really launched the career of Sabine Geraudie.
The blue chair from SAB thus becomes a piece of jewelry, a diamond-paved pendant, which can be found at Bijouterie Ferret, 2 Av. de Verdun, 06000 Nice.
The SAB chair also comes in chocolate at patisserie LAC.
Those who were lucky enough to buy a king's cake in one of the Lac pastry shops, discovered a very beautiful colored bean with the effigy of the chair of SAB. Thus, a set of 4 beans is offered for sale, one yellow, one green, one red and finally one blue.
SAB is an artist with a big heart
She does not hesitate to give her time, to create works for sales to benefit associations, defending children, the fight against breast cancer, against polio.
Very frequently solicited, Sabine Geraudie answers present to defend a cause that is particularly close to her heart.
Recently, and more precisely on February 16, 2023, she donated a work for the operation "The Auction for the Sea" organized by the association Just Sea It in order to support the preservation of the sea beds of Nice. The "Auction for the Sea" operation brought in €42,000.
Information
Workshop of Sabine Geraudie
23 rue Pastorelli
06000 Nice
Le Palais d'osier in Nice is a beautiful business of woven bags and baskets. It also does caning.
The Palais d'osier in Nice
This rare business has existed for generations, in the same premises, a stone's throw from the Palais de Justice, in Old Nice. And, except for the bags and baskets, nothing has changed. So the store has a certain charm. And a lot of merchandise, from floor to ceiling.
The Canning
Le Palais d'osier also offers caning, for chairs, chaise-longues, armchairs and other caned objects. This is, again, a specialty that has become rare, which makes all the originality and interest of the Wicker Palace.
The woven baskets of Palais d'osier in Nice
These baskets, straw colored, wicker or on the contrary very colorful, come from France, Morocco, Ghana and Madagascar. They are still made by hand. There are still French craftsmen who still weave straw or wicker, but it is beginning to be difficult to find suppliers.
Indeed, the braiders are part of the old generation. Young people are less interested in this craft, yet creative.
We find objects of all kinds, for all uses. Baskets, small or larger, firewood holders, fishermen's baskets, handbags, etc..
But also trivets, cheese or fruit trays, bowls, cubbies, etc.
The palm trees of the Promenade des Anglais are admired as inseparable symbols of Nice. Without them, the Promenade would not have the attraction it has on the people of Nice and visitors.
The palm trees of the Promenade
Between the two traffic lanes and along the pedestrian Prom' (the Promenade des Anglais) are planted many palm trees of different varieties. They were partly victims of the red weevil which decimated the trees. But the municipality managed to protect the trees and planted new ones, and especially new varieties, more resistant. There are date palms, palms with thin trunks that rise very high towards the sky, stocky palms, palms with multiple trunks, up to 9 or 10 trunks, etc.
For botanists
The purists will linger on the 7 species of palm trees:
The old casino of the Jetée-Promenade became mythical after its destruction. The least we can say is that it had an eventful life and as many admirers as detractors. But what is this old Casino de la Jetée-Promenade?
The Casino in Nice
Opposite the current Meridien Hotel, a casino was built on stilts. The architecture was inspired by the Crystal Palace in Hide Park, all in cast iron and glass. The building opened its doors on April 1, 1883. But a fire destroyed it partially on April 8, 1883.
The reconstruction lasted until 1891. One admired its transparency on the blue water, its oriental bulbs, its spectacles, its casino. In short, it became impossible to circumvent.
Photos du Musée Massena à Nice
The end of the old casino
But the two world wars reduced it to nothing, especially during the recovery of metals by the Germans. During the post-war period, attempts were made to bring it back to life, but it was finally abandoned and destroyed in 1951.
Rollerblading and skateboarding on the Promenade des Anglais are part of the regular activities that can be found on the "Prom".
Rollerblading on the Promenade des Anglais
Rollerblading enthusiasts are numerous and some are true artists. They come to train, at the level of the Opera, and only ask for a little space on this very wide promenade. It is often a treat for the eyes to see them evolve.
Skateboards on the Prom
Skateboarders come to train, too, always in the spirit of healthy rivalries and fun. But make no mistake about it. Between maintaining balance, backstrokes and jumps, the efforts are sometimes important. It is not uncommon for athletes to rest for a while. Moreover, it is a game, a hobby and no one here intends to make exploits.
Rollerblading and skateboarding on the Promenade des Anglais just need a little space and a friendly eye.
Nice carnival ganses are also called bugnes or merveilles, depending on the region.
What are the ganses of Nice carnival
They are fried doughnuts, more or less flavored with orange blossom water or, for some, lemon and other flavor. Why not, but we are moving away a little from the authentic recipe.
The ganses are prepared before Shrove Tuesday, which marks the end of Carnival. They can be found in all bakeries, pastry shops and carnival stands.
The Nice carnival is one of the most famous, along with the one in Rio. Visitors come from all over the world to admire the floats, the flower battles and the many animations.
Nice Carnival 2025
The Nice Carnival always lasts 2 weeks, including 3 weekends. It usually ends on the Sunday after Mardi Gras.
In 2025, the Nice Carnival will take place from February 15 to March 2, 2025.
The theme of the 2025 Nice Carnival will be the King of the Oceans: series, films, video games, music, comics, urban culture, mangas... A popular, highly topical theme, inviting reflection and celebration.
Some photos of the Nice Carnival 2024
The Nice Carnival 2024 will have as its theme: King of Pop Culture: Series, movies, video games, music, comics, urban culture, manga ... A popular, colorful thread, which invites to party
What to see at the Nice carnival
The corso
The corso is this long and spectacular parade of floats, accompanied by musicians, dancers, street entertainers. It's cheerful, colorful and particularly festive.
The floats of the carnival of Nice
The floats are there every year. They are always different from one year to the next, depending on the chosen theme of the carnival.
As gigantic as inspired, they translate the mood of the year. Indeed, some floats make fun of famous people, in the purest carnival tradition.
Politicians, some billionaires too powerful take for their rank. But always with the spirit of a sympathetic, not aggressive mockery.
Several parades are organized during the carnival.
Flower battles
The floats make up the Battle of the Flowers parade. These are flowered floats, just as imaginative as those of the corso, in fact they are sometimes the same. And along their route, the people perched on the floats throw flowers to the public. The mimosa holds a great place in these flower battles, reminding that the region is really a capital of flowers, with the basin of Grasse and its perfume plants.
Several flower battles are organized during the carnival.
The other Nice carnivals
Depending on the year, other carnivals may also be organized, such as the student carnival or Queernaval, the first gay carnival in France.
The carnival village
On the occasion of the carnival, the carnival village welcomes its visitors for free. Stands related to the carnival, creative, recreational, as well as food stands can also contribute to a good time, especially for children, but not only.
It is located in the square Leclerc, promenade du Paillon.
Practical information about the Nice carnival
Where
The carnival takes place Place Massena, in the center of the stands raised for the occasion. The floats and animations go along the Boulevard Félix Faure, the Promenade des Anglais along the Albert 1er garden and go up by the Boulevard Jean-Jaurès. In a word, they go all around the Albert 1er garden, up to the Massena square.
Fares
There are many rates, re-evaluated each year. We invite you to know them precisely on the official website.
Depending on the place, the location, the standing position or reserved seat in the stands, the adult prices vary and start at about 15 euros.
Up to 5 years old: free
From 6 to 12 years old: reduced rate
The blue chairs of Nice are arranged on the Promenade des Anglais and its extension, the Quai des Etats-Unis. They were born, in 1948, thanks to the collaboration of two men, Jacques Ballanger and Charles Tordo. The mythical blue chair is a symbol for the people of Nice.Les chaises bleues de Nice sont disposées sur la Promenade des Anglais et son prolongement, le quai des Etats-Unis. Elles voient le jour, en 1948, grâce à la collaboration de deux hommes, Jacques Ballanger et Charles Tordo. La mythique chaise bleue est un symbole pour les niçois.
Pictures and video of the Blue chairs
History of the blue chairs of Nice
1948, Birth
Jacques Ballanger asks Charles Tordo to create a sturdy chair for his seaside concessions. And this one works on it all his free time. In 1948, the chair was born. Moreover, it is white, but, it becomes blue, only, in 1950. At that time, to sit on the chairs was paying and the municipalities entrusted the management to concessionaires. In this case, Ballanger therefore, owned, its own equipment.
1970, Production stopped
In 1970, production was discontinued. The town halls bought the chairs and they were offered free of charge. Little by little, theft led to the disappearance of many of these blue chairs. In the 90's, the public of Nice and the politicians demanded the blue chairs.
1990, Jean-Michel Wilmotte
The designer, Jean-Michel Wilmotte creates a blue chair produced in the Haute-Loire, he files the patent in 1998. Unfortunately, thefts resume and are numerous. To respond to this disappearance, the chairs are now going to be fixed to each other, but also to the ground.
The differences between Toldo's blue chair and Wilmotte's are minimal. Wilmotte's armrests are rounded, however, the slats, on the other hand, are less thick than Toldo's.
2011, The Toldo descendants
In 2011, the descendants of Charles Toldo took over the manufacturing. Many cities now have the original blue chairs.
The Opera of Nice is a municipal lyric theater of 1300 places. It is located in the Vieux-Nice. The building has two main facades, one to the south, on the Quai des États-Unis and the other to the north, rue Saint-François de Paule. Since 1992, it is classified as a historical monument.
The Nice Opera and its history
In 1776-1777, the Alli-Maccarani family built a new theater on the site of the present opera house. In 1788, a rival company called the Forty-Nobles bought the Maccarani Theater.
It was then expanded and renovated.
1826, the Royal Theatre
In 1826, the city of Nice bought it to demolish it in order to build the Royal Theater. Benedetto Brunati carried out its construction in the neoclassical style. For the decoration, the City called upon two Nice painters of the time:Paul-Émile Barbéri(Paolo Emilio Barberi) for the hall and Jean-Baptiste Biscarra (Giovanni Battista Biscarra) for the stage curtain which corresponds to L'Apothéose de Catherine Segurane. She can be seen entering the Temple of Glory. Catherine Segurane is of course, a Nice heroine. The inauguration takes place on October 26, 1827.
1881, fire
On March 23, 1881, the lyriquel theater is destroyed by a terrible fire during the performance of Lucie de Lammermoor, work by Gaetano Donizetti. It was a terrible disaster that counted 63 victims. In 1884-1885, it was finally rebuilt by François Aune, a disciple of Charles Garnier. Aïda by Guiseppe Verdi is performed, on February 7, 1885, the day of the inauguration. In 1902, the municipal theater becomes the Opera of Nice and in 1906, the entrance is moved from the corner rotunda to the center of the façade. Its current form dates from 1906.
The southern façade is of neo-classical inspiration, it is located on the Quai des États-Unis. It is much more sober than the one on the north side, rue Saint-François de Paule. This one is the main entrance. The north facade is composed of five bays and at each end, a pavilion. Four magnificent statues represent the Muses of music, song, comedy and dance, (Euterpe, Melpomène, Thalie, Terpsichore). The rotunda has magnificent and large windows. An inscription in Latin can be seen "Heic blandis anium ludis recreare juvabit et risu et lacrymis oblectans scena docebit". It means "He will delight in entertaining the mind with charming plays and the stage will educate by captivating with laughter and tears".
As soon as you enter, you will see the magnificent grand staircase that leads to the great hall, known as the "Italian" hall because it has a horseshoe shape. One can say that its dimensions are spectacular. The figures speak for themselves: nineteen meters wide and twenty-three meters long. The Opera of Nice welcomes a maximum of 1300 spectators. The boxes are on three rows, they are adorned with gold and upholstered in red. Emmanuel Costa realizes the Nine Muses of the four panels and the fresco of the large ceiling.
It depicts Phaeton, who drives the chariot of the sun. In the middle sits a majestic crystal chandelier that symbolizes the sun's star.
On the second level, frescoes by Jean Vigna decorate the foyer and bar.
The program of the Nice Opera
It is very diversified, and from now on, in addition to high-level classical works, one can also find musical theater, classical and contemporary ballets, stagings realized by theater directors, but also cinema. New horizons are opening up with urban music and rap, etc. The 100% at school operation, gives access to all opera, concert and ballet rehearsals to schools in Nice. A partnership with the Université Côte d'Azur also exists.
Practical information
Nice Côte d'Azur Opera 4 and 6 rue Saint-François de Paule Nice
Hours of operation Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Performance Sundays starting 1 hour before the show. Closes on Mondays.
The Lascaris Palace in Nice is, on the one hand, a seventeenth-century palace built by the aristocratic Lascaris de Vintimille family. Its architectural style is of the so-called Genoese baroque. It is located in the Old Nice, at 15 right street. Nowadays, it is, moreover, the Museum of ancient musical instruments.
The Lascaris Palace in Nice and its history
Why then Lascaris? Simply because in 1261, Pierre-Guillaume de Vintimille married Eudoxie Lascaris, one of the daughters of the Greek emperor of Nice, Theodore II.
The most illustrious of the family is thus, Jean-Paul de Lascaris-Castellar (1636-1657), 57th grand master of the Hospitallers of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem.
Edified in 1648, by the marshal Jean-Baptiste Lascaris who grouped 5 houses, the construction of the palace is completed despite everything, only in the early eighteenth century. The family Vintimille-Lascaris will own it, until 1802. At the beginning of the 20th century, it is true that the palace is degraded. In 1942, the city of Nice buys it with the aim of making it a Museum of regional folk arts and traditions. In 1946, it was classified as a historical monument. After several long years of work, the Palace opened to the public in 1970. The collections of musical instruments from the Massena Museum were transferred to the Lascaris Palace in 2001. With the permanent exhibition of these instruments, the Palais Lascaris thus becomes, in 2011, the Museum of ancient musical instruments in Nice.
The Palais Lascaris in Nice and its layout
Le Palais Lascaris à Nice
Before entering the Palais Lascaris, you must first admire the facade, which is decorated with white marble windows and balconies. Hors d'oeuvre of the visit.
The hall of honor
Le Palais Lascaris à Nice
From the moment you step inside, you are impressed by a large vestibule with vaulted, ridged, ornate designs. A fresco on the ceiling also catches your eye. It represents the coat of arms of the Lascaris family that is an eagle with 2 crowned heads holding in their beaks the ribbon of the motto "Nec me fulgura" (not even lightning can kill me), the white points are characteristic of the Maltese Cross.
First Floor
A monumental staircase takes you to the 1st floor, it is surrounded by arcades, trompe l'oeil. You can admire a statue of Mars, holding a shield with, the coat of arms of the Lascaris family. At the bottom of this staircase, you can see a marble base with a pine cone in marble. Then, a little higher, another base with a cuirass, a quiver and a sword whose handle is a bird's head. In addition, a statue of Venus and Hercules are visible. And finally, busts are found in niches. Know, moreover, that the second floor is reserved for temporary exhibitions.
2nd floor and its ceremonial rooms
Le Palais Lascaris à Nice
The floor on the 2nd is called noble because the ceremonial apartments can be seen here. The ceilings with frescoes of mythological stories are original and painted in the mid-17th century. They are, in fact, attributed to painters of the Genoese school. One of these ceilings shows the Fall of Phaeton, another Venus and Adonis who are in a chariot pulled by swans and are guided by Mercury. It is also possible to see a fresco of Psyche entering Olympus, etc. Mythological scenes are represented in medallions... The bedroom with its four-poster bed, the alcove and the atlantes and caryatids testify to a past splendor. The chapel also has a stuccoed ceiling, the main fresco represents Wisdom defying Time and Death, etc. Above each door, there are seascapes and landscapes with rivers.
The statues and rococo decor of the salons date from the eighteenth century. One can, likewise, admire Flemish and Aubusson tapestries that hang on the walls. Notice during your visit, the many doors called Italian flying doors. They, too, date from the eighteenth century, it is a system that allowed to lighten the weight.
The instrument collection of the Palais Lascaris in Nice
It comes mostly from the legacy of Antoine Gautier. He was born in Nice, in 1825, and died, in 1904.
The bequest was made in 1901.
In 1901, Antoine Gautier therefore made a bequest to the city of Nice of his instrumental collections comprising more than 225 pieces, etc. Excellent amateur musician who set up a music room, a collection of instruments as well as rare musical magazines in his home on rue Papacino.
In the many display cases, one notices viols, baroque guitars, recorders, a harpsichord and several harps including the piano-harp of Luigi Caldera, etc.
The Érard, Pleyel, Gaveau archive was, in fact, donated to the Music Museum in 2009. This collection consists of musical instruments, but also documents and archives from the late eighteenth century to 1970.
Since 2013, the Tissier-Grandpierre collection consisting of 66 instruments, including 18 antique harps, is on deposit at the Palais Lascaris in Nice. In conclusion, the Palais Lascaris in Nice is really a very well-stocked and complete Museum of Musical Instruments, the visit is really worth it.
Opening : From 01/01 to 31/12 from 10am to 6pm. Closed on Tuesdays. Exceptional closures on January 1, Easter Monday, May 1, and December 25.
Please note that the museum is closed on Tuesdays.
Prices Full price: 5 € the entrance of the Museum (the ticket of 3 days, 15euros, gives access to all the municipal museums and galleries), group of adults: 4 € (from 10 people). Free for the press, jobseekers, students, disabled people and their companions. Museum Pass is offered to all the Niçois and inhabitants of the communes of the Nice Côte d'Azur metropolis. It gives free access to all municipal museums and galleries (bring an ID and proof of address less than 3 months).
Access Tram T1 stops at the Cathedral - City Center station, not far from the Palais Lascaris Buses 12 and 30 provide access to the Palais Lascaris
In front of the Palais Massena
2 mins walk
or all along the Promenade des Anglais
Bikes are available at the Palais Massena, for hourly, half-day or full-day rental.
E-bike rental, now, another essential service
An application shows you the e-bike closest to your current position.
The bus renders great services to tourists who want to visit the city, saving themselves the walk. You get off and go back to the stops whenever you want.
4, Av max Gallo, along the Albert 1er garden
11 min walk
Coffee Frei
Fair trade coffees from many countries, often in beans, some in capsules.
52, Rue de France
2 mins walk
Artisanal ice cream parlor
Christophe Artisan Glacier
Another ice cream parlor that seeks to present quality products. Why not, the ice creams are appetizing. Indulge.
17 Rue de France
3 mins walk
Canastel, la réputation faite par ses clients
Word of mouth has made this ice cream parlor a benchmark. The basic products are of high quality and the laboratory is open at the back of the shop. Here, the ice cream is therefore made on site. The choice of flavors is wide. Also note, a specialty: the creponé, a kind of lemon sorbet originating from North Africa and which has become quite rare.
Finally, the icing on the cake, you can sit down indoors or outdoors and savor its flavors.
4 Bd Gambetta
5 mins walk
The Promenade des Anglais in Nice, the Prom' for the people of Nice, is a long avenue of 7km. It goes from the Albert 1er garden to the Var. It runs along the Baie des Anges for half of its length. Many visitors extend it, from the Albert 1er garden to Rauba Capeu, where the statue I Love Nice is located. But this part does not have the same history as the Prom'. It is the Quai des Etats-Unis. Given the similarity between the Promenade des Anglais and its extension, the Quai des Etats-Unis, we include both in our pages.
Leisure activities along the Promenade des Anglais
The passgiata
The promenade is already in itself a goal for many Nice residents and visitors. This passegiata is done between the jogging of sportsmen, the friendly slaloms of skateboarders or rolleurs and the improbable zig-zags of children on roller bikes. But, rest assured, all this traffic is done in a good mood and without clashes.
The architecture
Palais de la Méditerranée
Villa Massena
Hôtel Negresco
Palais de l’agriculture
The passerby can admire many buildings with remarkable architecture.
The Palais de la Méditerranée and its Art-deco façade.
The Palais Massena, neo-classical behind its open garden.
The Negresco hotel, Belle Epoque style.
The Palace of Agriculture, Belle Epoque style, 1900-1901
etc.
Scooter, segway
Of course, the Promenade des Anglais is dotted with bike rentals, which makes it easy to reach Cannes, for example.
But you can also rent an electric scooter or a segway, for a change. See the possible activities.
Water sports
Along the beaches, different sports are practiced: Kite surfing, when it is not too crowded on the beach (rather towards the beaches of Magnan), parasailing also. See our page on water sports, some of which can be done from the Port.
Beach huts
The very long beach of Nice is distributed between private and public beaches. The private beaches are concessions to straw huts that install their tables, deckchairs and umbrellas on a reserved area. You can eat or drink there. The winter is the closing season for some of them.
A wide passage is always left on the seafront for the free circulation of pedestrians.
History of the Promenade des Anglais in Nice
Since the 18th century, the English used to spend the winter season in Nice, which belonged to the House of Savoy. If they withdrew during the Revolution and the Napoleonic period, the English, like the House of Savoy, reinvested Nice from 1814 onwards. They lived as close to the sea as possible, that is to say in the current Rue de France, Avenue de la Californie and in "Little London", the Buffa district.It was the Reverend Lewis Way who had a simple road built along the seafront, which stopped well before the current Negresco. This camin dei Inglés or path of the English finally became the famous Promenade des Anglais, in 1844, reaching the current districts of Baumettes, then Magnan in 1856 and up to the Var in 1903.
Because of the beauty of the landscape and the healthy effects of the sea air, villas and hotels were built on the edge of the Promenade des Anglais, giving it little by little an air of countryside. But the pressure of urbanism made destroy the villas with the profit of buildings, giving him the aspect which we know him.
You like homemade ice cream near the apartment for rent in Nice
Christophe Artisan Glacier
An ice cream maker that seeks to present quality products. Why not, the ice creams are appetizing. Indulge.
17 Rue de France
Canastel, la réputation faite par ses clients
Word of mouth has made this ice cream parlor a reference. The basic products are of high quality and the laboratory is open at the back of the shop. The ice cream is therefore made on site. The choice of flavors is wide. Also note, a specialty: the creponé, a kind of lemon sorbet originating from North Africa and which has become quite rare.
Finally, the icing on the cake, you can sit down indoors or outdoors and savor its flavors.
4 Bd Gambetta
Close to the museums and visits in Nice: the restaurants
We recommend some restaurants in our neighborhood, the Carré d'or, in our page on restaurants in Nice.
The public transport rates in Nice concern the Ligne d'Azur urban transport. Nice-riviera.com presents the different fares (except monthly or annual subscriptions) and the conditions of use.
Nice transport fares : Solo
The Solo ticket authorizes a single trip, for one person, for a maximum of 74 minutes.
1,50€ per person
Transport rates in Nice : 1 day pass
This ticket allows unlimited use of Lignes d'Azur public transport in Nice for 24 hours from the first validation.
5€ per person (price before July 1st 2023).
Nice transport rates: 2 day pass
This ticket allows unlimited use of Lignes d'Azur public transport in Nice for 48 hours from the first validation.
10€ per person (price before July 1st 2023).
Nice transport rates: 7 day pass
This pass allows unlimited use of Lignes d'Azur public transport in Nice for 7 days from the first validation
15€ per person (price before July 1, 2023).
Pack 10 trips
10€ (price before July 1st 2023)
AZUR Ticket
Valid for one trip on a Nice suburban line, followed (within 2h30) by a trip on a suburban line except airport, Bus 100% Neige, Randobus.
2,50€ (price before July 1st 2023)
Ticket conditions of use
Tickets can be purchased from vending machines at each streetcar stop or online.
Please note : They are only valid on Nice urban lines, streetcar and Ligne d'azur bus.
The bus driver can sell Solo tickets (a single trip).
They can be downloaded on smartphone or obtained as a paper ticket. To be valid on smartphone, you must have the NFC function. App: Lignes d'Azur ticket.
With your ticket, you can change transportation, for example, go from one streetcar to another, or from one streetcar to a bus, or from one bus to another, provided that the trip is always in the same direction. In other words, Round Trip prohibited.
You must punch your ticket on each trip. In case of connection and change of bus or streetcar, you only stamp at departure.
How to use transportation
You get on the buses through the front door.
The sociability of the people of Nice leads them to greet the bus driver as they enter. A "bonjour" never hurt anyone.
All stops are announced in the bus or streetcar, in French or English.
Transportation is also about cabs. We invite you to read our page on transportation from Nice airport and especially the cab packages to Nice, Cannes or Monaco.
What are the transportation options from Nice airport? Nice-Riviera.com offers you a complete overview, on the one hand to Nice and on the other hand to the neighboring cities.
Transportation from Nice airport to the city center
From Nice-Côte d'Azur airport, you can reach Nice city center in several ways.
By tram
Line 1 does not serve the airport.
Line 2 starts from the airport, crosses the south of Nice. It crosses busy urban areas with stops at Alsace-Lorraine, Jean Médecin, Durandy and Garibaldi, before ending at Port Lympia, the port of Nice.
Line 3 starts at the airport, runs northwest to Allianz-Riviera Stadium and beyond.
See the various bus and streetcar tickets for the Azur lines.
See also the Public Transportation.
By bus
There are few Lignes d'Azur buses serving the airport, replaced by the very efficient streetcar lines.
Line 12, stop Aéroport/ Promenade, at the level of the airport 1. It runs along the Promenade des Anglais and then climbs to the north, serving Place Massena and runs along the Old Town to the east.
Many cabs are waiting at the airport exit. You can return to the center of Nice by cab, at a flat rate of 32€(rate 2023). All of Nice is thus served at this rate. It is a rate per vehicle, thus including 3 or 4 people depending on the vehicle, with medium-sized luggage. All included.
Have these conditions confirmed before your departure.
By cab to other cities
There are also packages to other major cities near Nice. Nice airport to Monaco: 95€ (2023 rate). Nice airport - Cannes: 85€ (2023 fare).
Have these conditions confirmed before your departure.
Transportation from Nice airport to other cities
Buses serving cities in the southeast are part of the Zou group, bringing together local buses (and trains).
Aix-en-Provence (60): platform 7 at terminal 2.
Antibes > Vallauris (82): platform No. 3 at terminal 2.
Cannes (81): platform No. 2 at Terminal 2 or (620-621), Terminal 1, Promenade des Anglais, Aéroport/Promenade stop, across the roadway.
Digne > Grenoble (51): platform 7 at terminal 2.
Grasse (650): Terminal 1, Promenade des Anglais, Airport/Promenade stop, across the roadway.
Monaco > Menton (80): platform 1 at Terminal 2.
Saint-Raphael (90): pier 7 at terminal 2.
Sophia-Antipolis (630/631): Terminal 1, Promenade des Anglais, Aéroport/Promenade stop, across the roadway.
Valberg (670): platform 7 at Terminal 2.
Vence by Saint Paul (655): Terminal 1, Promenade des Anglais, Airport/Promenade stop, across the roadway.
Bike self-service rental in Nice is possible, anywhere in the city. Combine business with pleasure. Borrow a bike or an electric bike and visit the city at your leisure.
Bike self-service rental
Two companies offer self-service bikes: Lime and Pony.
Location de vélos Pony
Vélos en libre-service Lime
Stations are located all over Nice and the other towns in the metropolitan area. There's bound to be one near you. Once you've registered on the app, you can find out where the bikes are located. Pick up a bike, ride around and return it to the station of your choice. Please note: Minimum age 14.
Is the station empty? Use the app to easily find available bikes at the nearest stations.
Where to return your bike? The app will help you.
Bike self-service rental in Nice: e-Vélo
The operation is identical to bicycles without motors. Use of these self-service electric bikes extends to 11 communes: Beaulieu-sur-Mer, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Carros, Drap, La Gaude, La Trinité, Saint-André-de-la-Roche, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Saint-Jeannet, Saint-Laurent-du-Var, Nice et Vence.
Public transportation in Nice is particularly well developed. Between trams, buses and trains, you'll find a way to get around almost the entire region.
Trams, useful public transportation
There are 3 streetcar lines serving Nice East-West and North-South.
Line 1: Henri Sappia-Hôpital Pasteur
This streetcar line serves, among other places, Thiers station (the central station), Jean Médecin commercial avenue, Massena square and goes up north, along Vieux Nice, passes Garibaldi, etc.
Line 2: Airport-Port Lympia
Line 2 serves both Nice-Côte d'Azur airports, runs parallel to the Promenade des Anglais, then past Centre Universitaire Méditerranéen, makes a detour to Alsace-Lorraine, passes Jean Médecin, Garibaldi and arrives at its terminus, opposite the port. Beware for the return trip, the line splits in two. Well choose between airport or Cadam.
Line 3: Airport-Saint Isidore
Line 3 leaves from the airport and serves the Saint Isidore neighborhood, including the Allianz-Riviera stadium. In the airport-Saint Isidore direction, it runs until 9:55 pm. In the return direction, Saint-Isidore-Airport, it operates until 00:00 on weekends and 00:06 on weekdays.
160 bus routes
Various tickets
To travel by streetcar or city bus, it is the same ticket. One-way ticket, valid 75mn in the same direction (no round trip). You must validate your ticket at each transport, inside the streetcar or bus.
Some of the main lines include
The city heart electric shuttle serves the city center in a large circuit, passing every 15mn.
Line 5 serves the Matisse and Chagall museums to Avenue Jean Médecin and Place Massena.
Line 12 which runs along much of the Promenade des Anglais to Vieux Nice.
Line 23 serves Thiers station (central station), a small part of the Promenade des Anglais to Vieux Nice.
Thiers station, central station Great TGV lines (Paris, Lyon, Marseille, etc), Menton, Cannes, Grasse, etc.
Saint Augustin train station Station close to the airport allowing faster access to the Allianz-Riviera stadium. Serves the cities of Menton, Cannes, Grasse, Draguignan, etc.
Riquier train station Departures to Menton, Marseille, Grasse, Cannes, Ventimille, etc.
Christmas, New Year's Eve in Nice give rise to highly coveted festivities. If Christmas itself is a rather family celebration, for many the children's holiday sometimes without religious connotation, its expectation gives rise to magical events. December becomes the month of lights, pleasure and expectation. And finally, New Year's Eve comes to end the year and open the new year with extraordinary festivities. On the occasion of the festive season, the city of Nice lights up and offers a magnificent Christmas village.
Illumination for Christmas, New Year's Eve and New Year's in Nice
Throughout December and into early January, the city lights up. The Promenade des Anglais, already magnificent, becomes truly magical with its palm trees with "luminous trunks". The garlands For information, all the bulbs are LEDs, so very low consumption and recyclable.
In Nice, the illuminations are
485 illuminated palm trees
More than 130 km of light curtains
49 7-meter fir trees
Almost 850 horizontal and vertical patterns
Lighting of the facades of Place Masséna
etc.
Christmas Village
The Christmas Village traditionally runs through the month of December, up to and including January 1.
It is established in the Albert 1er garden, on the edge of the Massena square. This very important village hosts about fifty chalets, fairground attractions, such as the superb Ferris wheel, animations, etc. In Nice, we do not come to look at the Christmas village, visitors are used to settle there and spend a long and good time.
In fact, one attends free shows, aimed at young and old. We taste local or Christmas specialties. We taste the thrill of the Ferris wheel or, the moving pleasure of the old-fashioned carousel. Everywhere you can admire the Christmas tree and the illuminations. And of course, we stop in front of Santa Claus' house. This one does not hesitate to walk also in the alleys, to meet the children.
Bref, in Nice, the Christmas village is an unmissable space and moment!
Christmas bath in Nice
Other Christmas, New Year's Eve and New Year's events in Nice
Promenade du Paillon
Outside on magnificent Christmas Village, other animations take place in the Promenade du Paillon, on the other side of Place Massena. Street animations call out to passersby, always giving joy to children.
A great shopping parade
In the middle of December, a shopping parade is held on Avenue Jean Médecin. In 2022, it takes place on December 12, from 4:30 to 6pm. Gift distribution, street performances, mini-concerts, etc.
The Living Nativity scene
A living nativity scene, complete with life-size automatons and animals, can be seen in Rossetti Square. Of course, for their well-being, the animals are present only from 5 to 8 p.m. Around the crib other animations are planned, gospel songs, stories, etc. Place Rossetti, in the Old Nice.
In the other districts of Nice
Christmas and its illuminations also affect other areas of Nice than the center. Thus, playful or musical animations are organized every year. For example,
Saint Mauritius
St. Margaret's
Pasteur Neighborhood
St-Antoine de Ginestière
Port district
etc.
Practical Christmas, New Year's Eve and New Year's information in Nice
Christmas Village Open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday until 11 p.m., except December 24 and 31, closing at 7 p.m. Santa Claus House Open from December 1, 2022 to January 1, 2023, daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday until 10 p.m.. Great Wheel Daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday until 10 p.m.
Old Nice is the oldest part of the city. Located between the hill of the Castle in the East, the Garibaldi square in the North, the sea in the South and the old course of the Paillon river (today the green corridor), the Old Nice has kept its personality, its colors, its vestiges.
The Old Nice is not a pedestrian zone even if no car ventures there, except deliveries.
The Old Nice, a stroll not to be missed
A stroll is a must among the narrow streets, lined with countless shops. You will find a profusion of goods and in particular in many stores of local products: oil or lemons, for example. The stalls sometimes overflow on the street, giving an atmosphere of souk.
You will be able to stop in the bars, the restaurants or in front of the ice cream parlors.
Don't forget also to admire the architecture of the buildings in the Art Deco or baroque style for some. Here is what you can admire among the essential sites of the Old Nice.
🕒 Estimated visit: between 2 and 3 hours of stroll, excluding the duration of visits to shops, churches, museums or palaces.
What to see in the Old Nice
In blue, the sites of Old Nice to visit Orange the remarkable businesses Green, route to the castle hill
Cours Saleya and flower market
Palace of the Dukes of Savoy and former prefecture
Chapel of Mercy
Les Ponchettes
House of Adam and Eve Rue de la Poissonnerie
Church of the Holy Trinity and the Holy Shroud
Church of St. James the Greater
Saint François Square + Saint François Butchery + Saint François Tower
Old Nice is also called Vila-Vielha in the Nice language, the Old Town.
But, the name Babazouk is also attributed to him. Babazouk? This name would come from its history and its confrontation with the Turks who were allies of the French, but also from its configuration which can remind one of a souk. It would mean the Gateway of the souk. Although strange, this name is sometimes used by locals.
Visit Nice and french Riviera, means you're visiting a dream destination. Indeed, the climate, cultural resources, international sporting events, beaches, etc., make Nice a highly attractive destination. And that's true whatever the season. Let's take a look at what tourism in Nice can do for you.
We present the must-see visits in Nice: The Old Town, Place Masséna, Promenade du Paillon, Castle Hill, Place Garibaldi, Saint Nicolas Russian Cathedral, Museums, etc. So, discover the must-see sights in Nice, in 1 day, 2 days or 3 days and +.
Visiter Nice autrement: Remarkable boutiques, gourmet shops, local produce, but also art galleries, also water sports, festivals including the famous Nice Carnival.
Practical information on Nice for well-informed and respectful tourism in Nice: the French Riviera pass and the Pass Côte d'Azur, our free downloads, urban transport, streetcars and their various tickets, parking lots, etc. And other useful information.
Which neighborhood to rent in Nice? It's hard to choose when you don't know the area. So we present and comment on our partner's proposals. and not forgetting our own studio rental near the sea.
Book a different kind of transport: segway, electric scooter, convertible car, etc. But also book cheap guided tours as organized by group. So book one of our Riviera tours or local cruises.
Tourism in Nice with Nice-Riviera.com
Nice-riviera.com brings you all the information you need. From must-sees for visiting the city and its region, what else to do besides the must-sees, etc. To practical information on buses and streetcars, parking lots and ticket-cutting passes. Last but not least, our site offers you accommodation in hotels, apartments and homestays, with the option of booking online to save you time.
Other Riviera towns
We also present the other towns on the French Riviera, from Cannes to Menton.
Nice-riviera.com brings you all the information you need. From must-sees for visiting the city and its region, what else to do besides the must-sees, and more. From practical information on buses and streetcars, to parking facilities and ticket-cutting passes. Last but not least, our site offers you accommodation in hotels, apartments and homestays, with the option of booking online to save you time.
The Nice tour bus is invaluable to visitors. It travels the city on a multilingual guided tour. Plus, with your ticket, you get off and on wherever you want. Indispensable for your must-see visits.
1, 2 ou 3h segway or gyropod
This means of transportation, easy I assure you, combines a visit to Nice with the joys of an unusual ride.
In 1, 2 or 3 hours, you get a guided tour of Nice, without any fatigue.
Book a nice transport: An electric bike taxi
Book a bike cab to visit Nice. Let yourself be transported and guided by electric bike. Several options to choose according to your taste, possibility of meeting in the city center, schedules according to your desire. A solution not to be missed.
book a cool ride: private tour in a classic or electric car
Here you are again immersed in the Dolce Vita. The antique car will drive you through a circuit agreed with you.
It is a pleasure to relive a part of our history, under the envious gaze of passers-by.
Renting an electric scooter
You can also rent a scooter or electric scooter. Go freely wherever you want, without joining an outside group. Long battery life. Ideal transportation for going it alone.
Online reservations can have the following benefits:
you prepare for your stay from the comfort of your home
you get detailed information about sites, museums and activities
you take time to think
and you arrange for some carefully considered visits
There's nothing to stop you, once you're there, from giving in to an extra healthy temptation.
Transportation reservations online
You'll need to get around, of course. Our site shows you the bus and streetcar lines to get around Nice at your convenience.
On the other hand, there are fun transports to visit the city, like the little electric train, the gyropode or Segway, electric scooters and even electric carts to go further.
We suggest you to know some interesting proposals.
Book guided tours
Guided tours are relatively expensive. No, not with our proposals. In fact, the reservations of guided tours allow to gather participants who do not know each other and therefore, to lower the rates of the guided tour.
Take a good look at the rates of our partner's proposals, they will make you want to.
Reservations outside Nice
Many visitors hesitate to visit the region, because you have to document the place, the route and rent a car. No. There are various ways to visit the region, by bus for example, by mini-bus, by train, etc. And moreover, you often have a guide, in French.
Cruises and boats
So there, don't neglect the boat at all. Rather than using the road, which is often tortuous, you might as well take a boat to visit Monaco or other cities on the French Riviera. Starting with the Bay of Angels in Nice, in an electric boat.
Really, these are practical solutions and what a pleasure!
Other activities
Your entire stay doesn't have to be reduced to sightseeing or finding transportation. There are also activities that are unique to Nice, like creating perfumes. That's right, we offer a perfume creation workshop.
Or a ticket for the Hard Rock Café if you like to have fun and listen to music.
The Cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Nice is a magnificent Russian Orthodox religious building. Managed for decades by a religious association of Nice, after many trials, the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas returned to the Russian Orthodox Diocese of Chersonese, Moscow Patriarchate and all Russia.
Architecture of the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas of Nice
The cathedral was built from 1903 to 1912, by Russian architect Mikhail Preobrazhensky. It is built on a concrete frame, enhanced with volumes and other facings. It has five domes, symbolizing Christ, dominator and the 4 evangelists. Thus, the cathedral appears rich, complex and colorful.
The whole building is finely decorated. Outside, the colors white, brick and blue harmonize with the environment of the city of Nice. In a particular style, between neo-Russian and neo-Byzantine, it reveals a superb architecture, both traditional and modernized.
Most importantly, you should take the time to admire the intricate architecture as well as the abundant decoration, even outdoors.
Interior decoration of the cathedral
But the interior decoration is also particularly rich in icons and frescoes. Indeed, some icons are ancient and of great cultural and cultural value. In addition, the woodwork, including the magnificent iconostasis, is remarkable. The iconostasis is a wall separating on the one hand, the celebrating clergy and on the other hand, the non celebrating clergy and the faithful. And that of the Saint Nicholas cathedral is a work elaborated in Russia, all of finely carved wood, bronze and chiseled copper, covered with gold leaf.
Of course, there is all the symbolism of the Orthodox Church, executed with great refinement.
The pillars and the vault, pale blue, yellow, purple, with motifs of Art Nouveau and Art Deco style, make this cathedral a unique jewel of its kind. Indeed, it is an architectural work of both traditional and very modern.
But be careful, it is a place of worship, so a respectful behavior is required. In addition, visiting is prohibited during services and ceremonies such as weddings.
Chapel of Tsarevich Nicholas Alexandrovich
The chapel dedicated to Czarevich Nicholas, who died in 1865 of tuberculosis, stands in the imperial park. The bust of the Tzarevich is in the foreground in our photo.
(See the official website at the bottom of the page).
History of the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Nice
St. Nicholas and St. Alexandra
The Russian community, particularly important in the nineteenth century, took the habit of coming to Nice for vacation, especially in winter. They built their first Orthodox church: Saint-Nicolas-et-Sainte-Alexandra.
The empress Alexandra Feodorovna, the wife of the late Nicholas I, was a frequent visitor to Nice. She contributed to the construction of a first Orthodox church, at 9 rue Longchamp: Saint Nicolas and Saint Alexandra.
But the small building soon proved to be too small to accommodate the faithful.
During the first years of the 20th century, a new church was built on the plans of the Russian architect Mikhail Preobrazhenski: the current Saint Nicolas Cathedral.
Practical information
Address
Saint Nicholas Cathedral
Nicholas II Avenue
Access
Bus stop 64, 71 or 75: Tzarewitch/Gambetta
Hours
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, from 10am to 5pm
Sunday, starting at 12:00 noon
Visits not permitted during celebrations
My advice
Visitors must respect the sacredness of the place, through proper and silent behavior. It is also required to wear dressy street clothes.
Garibaldi place in Nice is one of the urban centers that attracts both the people of Nice and those passing through. It is a large and very pleasant square, with its fountain. Many bars and restaurants surround it.
The Garibaldi square nowadays
Nowadays, this vast quadrilateral is surrounded by bars and restaurants, under the arcaded buildings. On the south side, a fountain is raised in memory of Giuseppe Garibaldi. Oaks and albizias provide some shade in summer.
For some years now, a vintage merry-go-round is still a joy for children.
It is a very lively square, during the day and in the evening, very easily accessible thanks to the streetcar lines L1 (above ground) and L2 (underground). It is close to the port of which it is part of the district and close to the Old Nice in the South.
History of the Square
Garibaldi Square owes its existence to Victor-Amédée III, prince of the House of Savoy, king of Sardinia, sovereign of the Duchy of Savoy, the Principality of Piedmont, and the County of Nice. Indeed, this sovereign had a road created from Turin to Nice. A royal entrance was therefore necessary to enter the city of Nice. This explains the aesthetic quality of the buildings of the square.
We owe its development to the architect Antonio Spinelli. All the buildings that surround it have arcades, the height, the colors are uniform, giving a remarkable unity to this square.
The name of the Garibaldi square
This square was named after Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-1882), born in Nice, general and politician founder of Italy (1860). It was named place Pairoliera, Pérolière in French, then piazza Vittorio from the name of Victor-Emmanuel, then took the French name of place de la République during the French Revolution, then place Napoleon, then place d'Armes, then place Saint-Augustin, then again place Napoleon. Phew. It is only in 1870, Nice belonging to France, that it received its "definitive" name of Place Garibaldi.
Avenue Jean Médecin in Nice is a North-South axis known for shopping. But, not only.
It was part of the urban planning of the city of Nice, which was developing towards the North and West, after the construction of a bridge over the Paillon river and the construction of the Massena square. See our history of Nice.
Avenue Jean Médecin in Nice
Avenue Jean Médecin runs in a South-North direction, starting from Place Masséna in the South and ending in front of the railroad (almost at the central train station) and Mathis Expressway.
It is an important axis where car traffic is very regulated. It is mainly crossed by the L1 tramway line.
There are many stores of all kinds, but rather chic in the South and more popular in the North.
The Galeries Lafayette, on the Massena square in the South, complete the lively shopping center of Nice-Etoile, towards the middle of the avenue.
Big French banks have elected their local headquarters there: Crédit Lyonnais, BNP Paribas and Société Générale.
Filmmakers like to go to the 7 cinemas of the Pathé Masséna.
It is an extremely busy road, at least during the day, thanks to its stores, bars and restaurants. In the evening, when the commercial activity is reduced, the avenue becomes quieter. One can note the quality of its lighting during the night.
This would be a district with a strong commercial connotation, if there were not the Notre-Dame basilica.
Our Lady of the Assumption
This neo-Gothic style church of Notre Dame de l'Assomption is inspired by the Paris Cathedral, particularly by its three-porch façade and large central rose window. Also, this air of Notre-Dame de Paris comes from its two square towers.
It became a minor basilica in 1978. It is still a place of worship.
The name Jean Médecin in Nice
The name Jean Médecin comes from a former mayor of Nice, Jean Médecin (1890-1965), who directed and organized the city for more than 30 years, from 1928 to 1943 and from 1947 to 1965.
The Pass Côte d'Azur, a French Riviera Pass, is a digital pass, allowing free admission to 3 or 5 sites, museums or activities throughout the French Riviera. It differs from the French Riviera pass which offers free admission to all sites, museums and activities in the Nice Côte d'Azur Metropolis for a limited time.
What activities are covered by the Pass Côte d'Azur
This Pass Côte d'Azur concerns 134 sites, museums or activities to date, all located on the Côte d'Azur, not just Nice.
The proposals are divided as follows:
24 nature and mountain activities: animal safari, golf, summer tobogganing, accrobranche, via ferrata, etc.
23 excursions and guided tours in Monaco, Grasse, Mougins, Antibes, Saint Paul de Vence, Vallauris, etc
34 museums, monuments, gardens: Picasso, Renoir, Fernand Léger, Villa Kerylos, Villa Les Camélias, Château de La Napoule, Oceanographic Museum of Monaco, etc
34 theme and leisure parks: Aquasplash, Marineland, Escape games, inflatable park, scooter, segway, etc.
8 perfumeries and arts and crafts: glassware, ceramics, soap making, perfumeries of Grasse, etc
8 beaches and nautical activities : Paddles, kayak, scuba diving, spa, etc
All details updated on the official website https://www.cotedazur-card.com/
This pass can be used in certain areas of about forty cities on the French Riviera, including Nice, Cannes, Antibes, Monaco, Grasse, Menton, Beaulieu, Biot, Cagnes and many other smaller cities.
The Côte d'Azur pass is purchased online and loaded on your phone. Nevertheless, you can also buy it at a point of sale, usually the Tourist Offices. The complete list is available on the official website.
The choice of sites, museums or activities is made on the spot and not at the time of reservation.
Once you have purchased your pass, you must go to the site and present the barcode of your pass. That's all there is to it. Your entry is already paid, it is part of the 3 or 5 chosen.
The pass is valid for 1 month (30 days) from the first use of the pass.
Only one entry per site and per person. You can't go back to the same place a second time with the same pass.
Please note: Passes are not valid everywhere but only at the sites, museums or activities listed.
The Promenade du Paillon in Nice is a vast garden, all in length that goes from the place Massena in the South, to the National Theater in the North. Its official name is Promenade du Paillon, but it is known as the green corridor. The space occupies the covering of the river, now underground.
The water mirror of the Promenade du Paillon in Nice
jean-Marc Foulquier
As soon as you enter the place Massena, you find yourself in front of a vast wet space where the cries of children resound. And for good reason. This water mirror is made up of water jets that rise from the ground intermittently. Children love to be "surprised" there under the good-natured supervision of their parents sitting all around, but dry.
This water mirror covers an area of 3,000m² and includes 128 water jets. During the day, the water jets are a joy for the children and in the evening, when the evening falls, the water jets become multicolored. An extraordinary fairyland of light and colors spreads.
The Promenade du Paillon
The Promenade du Paillon is nothing other than the covering of the river Paillon. As much as it imposed in the past a cut between the old city and its extension to the West, nowadays the Promenade has become a link facilitating the passage from one to the other.
This green space is more than one kilometer long. In addition to games for children at several points along the route in the form of a friendly marine bestiary, there are several species of remarkable trees:
Trees from the Mediterranean basin: olive trees, carob vines, pomegranate trees, fig trees and other plants from southern Europe
Asian plants: camphor trees, giant bamboos and citrus collection
African plants: multi-trunk palms (phoenix reclinata), Erythrina with orange-red blossoms in spring, Aloes
Plants from Oceania and Australia: eucalyptus, Brachychitons, Stenocarpus sinuatus, tree ferns, ficus
Plants of South America: Tipuana tipu, Chorisia speciosa with a trunk covered with thorns, Jubea spectabilis or Chilean coconut trees
North American plants: magnolias, oaks, walnut trees and maples
Albert 1st Garden and the Plateau des Mumes
To the south of the Promenade du Paillon lies the Jardin Albert 1er, created in 1852. This garden corresponds to the first coverage of the Paillon. It is a wooded park, with a bandstand, a monumental sculpture of theArc de Venet, 115°5, 19 meters high, and the Fontaine des Trois Grâces.
But there again, it is a particular space that makes the joy of children: the plateau des brumes.
The plateau des brumes is a space where a cloud of mist is diffused, thanks to 960 misters spread over 1,400 m².
The Sun fountain is located on the place Massena in Nice, close to the Old Nice. It is a monumental fountain, with an interesting history and aesthetics.
History of the Sun Fountain in Nice
The Sun Fountain is a work of the French sculptor Alfred Janniot. This international artist was responsible for the sculptures of the Bourse du Commerce in Bordeaux, the Mont Valérien and the Palais du Luxembourg in Paris, the Rockefeller Center in New York, etc.Ancient divinities... It is quite obvious to make a parallel with our solar system, the sun in the center, surrounded by planets. It is a hypothesis, but why these only 5 planets? It is generally agreed to lean towards the mythological inspiration.
Aesthetics of the sun fountain in Nice
Nowadays, aesthetics do not seem to be a problem for the vast majority of passers-by. But it was not always so.
First, the brave god Apollo wears 4 statues of horses on his head. This quadriga did not bring him any glory, on the contrary. Some detractors nicknamed it the 4cv. The 4cv was a very popular car at the time. And here is our Apollo denigrated to the rank of a car advertising carrier.
But that was not all.
This magnificent Apollo was completely naked. His firm buttocks and especially his exposed sex were considered outrageous. Especially since some found the appendage too large. The statue was judged obscene and had to be removed.
Note that another reason, less anecdotal, was put forward: the fountain obstructed the traffic.
It was deposited at the city hall. This did not change the opinion of some people in Nice. It was therefore relegated to the back of the Charles Erhmann Stadium.
But it was nevertheless the work of a world-renowned sculptor and even beyond. And Nice was the city that had censored the artist ... Finally, he found his place on July 20, 2011, in the center of a large pool, surrounded by 5 bronzes.
It's now accepted as is and by everyone. Phew!
Well, by almost everyone. A few mischievous minds still like to poke fun at the work, as seen in our photo.
But it is to be forgotten because it is one of the symbols of Nice, at the end of the place Massena.
The Place Massena in Nice is a lively city center, close to the Old Nice. Its configuration, as well as its location, as well as the proximity of famous shops, make this square a must in Nice, where Nice residents and visitors mingle.
Massena square in Nice
The square has existed since 1820-1830, when Nice was under the domination of the kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia. The purpose of this square was to allow an easy crossing of the river Paillon which encircled the old city to the west. Its creation thus allowed a beautiful urban development, but not immediate and not without difficulties. It was the Consiglio d'Ornato,the Council of embellishment that was responsible for the operations, for decades and until the annexation of France.
To the west of the Paillon, the city already existed, connected by a bridge, named Charles-Albert, after the Sardinian king. But the people of Nice nicknamed it the Pont neuf. On the other side of the bridge, the piazza quadrata, the square square, stretched out. On the side of the Old Nice, the square was round.
It is all this surface which had to be redeveloped, from the round square, passing by the bridge until the end of the square. At this point, the Paillon sometimes flowed violently and overflowed its bed. The architects tried to give an architectural unity to this large square where several streets of the Old Nice and others of the city west of the Paillon crossed. But the flooding of the Paillon slowed down the development of the city towards the west.
The great architectural unity finally intervened in the 1850s, a unity due to the architect Joseph Vernier, pardon Giuseppe Vernier, architect from Turin. It was he who imposed the arcades of the square. Number of arcades, spacing between pillars, everything was regulated, in order to respond to the aesthetics already in place on the side of the Charles-Albert square, towards the Old Nice.
The floods had caused the ground to deteriorate quite a bit.
The French annexation and the Massena square in Nice
En arrière-plan à gauche, le casino municipal implanté sur le recouvrement du fleuve Paillon
Repair of the pavement of the square
When Nice became French in 1860 (and no longer part of the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia), Emperor Napoleon III came to visit the city. Needless to say, the ground was completely rehabilitated on this occasion. And the square, which finally united the Charles-Albert square (on the Old Nice side) and the quadrata square (on the New Nice side), was named after André Massena, Marshal of the Empire, a native of Nice.
Needless to say, this name was contested throughout our history, but in the end it endured.
Recovery of the Paillon
This Massena square was already imposing, but there was still this cut of the Paillon river. It was then decided to cover it. From 1866-1868, the river was covered in its part which was going to give the square Masséna (become square Albert 1er), between the place Massena and the current Promenade des Anglais.
The covering was completed only in 1883, after many vicissitudes.
And as of the final completion of the place Massena, it attracted many tradesmen and tourists. A casino was even created to attract men, while Madame and children could enjoy theaters and gardens.
And of course, the city developed a transportation network, which made this square, the center of the new city of Nice, as opposed to Old Nice.
Numerous redevelopments followed, including at the very beginning of the 21st century, the establishment of 7 illuminated statues, due to the Catalan sculptor and architect Jaume Plensa. These 7 statues on high pillars symbolize the 7 continents. They light up differently depending on the period. They give a deep personality to this already imposing Massena square.
See also our pages on the Fountain of the Sun, the Promenade du Paillon and the Water Mirror.
The Palace of the Dukes of Savoy in Nice is the headquarters of the Alpes-Maritimes Prefecture. But it is a palace that carries within it a whole history, reflecting that of Nice.
The Dukes of Savoy
Originally, Nice was a possession of the Kingdom of Sardinia. Kingdom which was the name of the House of Savoy. This kingdom included Savoy, Piedmont, the Aosta Valley, the county of Nice and Sardinia. It was also called Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia.
The Palace was thus a royal residence of the Dukes of Savoy, then of the King of Piedmont-Sardinia.
The Palace of the Dukes of Savoy in Nice
At the end of the eighteenth century, the palace was sacked by French troops. The first empire ended, before the reorganization and reuse of the building.
It was then the king of Sardinia Victor-Emmanuel I who initiated the transformation of the palace, under the direction of the Nice architect Giuseppe-Antonio Scoffier or Jean-Antoine Scoffier. This architect considerably transformed the palace to raise it to the height of his guests, kings of Sardinia.
But it was also extensively remodeled after Nice became French. It was in the salons that the handing over of the Nice region to France was signed on September 21, 1860. Very quickly, it became the headquarters of the prefecture and was further enlarged by the architect Victor Sabatier, to whom we owe the southern facade (see photo).
Finally, the architects Auguste Dieudé-Défly and Lucien Barbet enlarged it again, giving it a beautiful festival hall and a new southern facade, whose columns impose a solemn air.
Almost nothing remains of the old Sardinian palace, except for the main staircase and the hallway. But the whole is particularly remarkable, relatively modern. The interior decoration is admirable, in a style full of freshness. It is due in particular to the painter from Nice Jules Cheret.
The administrative services of the Prefecture are now relocated to the Var plain.
The palace is registered as a historical monument since 1994.
Practical information
Palace of the Dukes of Savoy and King of Piedmont-Sardinia
place Pierre Gautier in Nice
Towards Cours Saleya.
The Cours Saleya in Nice is the most famous street of the Old Nice, with its famous flower market. Parallel to the nearby Promenade des Anglais, this street is very popular with the locals and tourists. It is one of the rare pedestrian streets of the Old Nice.
Cours Saleya in Nice
It is a wide, famous, but very short road. In fact, it measures little more than 200 meters. In the morning the square is occupied by the flower market. In the afternoon, the bars enliven the street, giving it a cheerful and festive life. A large part of the youth meets here as well as the cosmopolitan visitors.
The Cours Saleya is one of the main entrances for those who want to visit Old Nice. There are restaurants with touristy cuisine as well as more authentic Nice menus.
The Cours Saleya flower market in Nice
food market
bars and restaurants
Food market
From Tuesday to Sunday, a market is set up on the course, in the morning, until 13:30. Many stands offer food products, partly local, olive oil, fruits and vegetables, etc.. But there are also flower sellers, stands with shimmering colors.
Let's face it, the name flower market does not fully reflect the stalls installed, but they are more numerous than in traditional markets.
Bars and Restaurants
Once the food market is over, the municipal services intervene immediately to tidy up and clean the area. In the afternoon, the restaurants occupy the course, in addition to their tables outside.
Flea market
On Monday, all day long, the space becomes a flea market. The food stands are replaced by stalls of old objects. The inhabitants of Nice discover what they need for their decoration and the visitors stroll around.
Our practical informations on Nice will help you live Nice better by making your stay easier. Indeed, you are wondering about transportation from the airport or the train station, about parking lots to park your car, about museum passes, etc. We answer you in a precise and concrete way.
Practical informations Nice-Côte d'Azur airport
The Nice-Côte d'Azur International Airport has two terminals. In front of each of them the Tram L2 stops to allow you to get back to the center of Nice. We give you all the information about it.
You can also return to your accommodation in Nice by cab. The rates are regulated.
Practical informations about parking lots in Nice
Where to park your car during your stay in Nice? Are there free parking lots, paid parking lots, guarded parking lots? Nice-riviera.com lists parking lots and much more. We introduce you to phone applications and even a self-help site between individuals.
Click at the top of the page, under the heading Learn more .
Nice urban transport
In Nice, transportation is particularly well organized and inexpensive. There is a network of buses from the Lignes d'Azur company that runs through Nice in all directions.
There are also streetcar lines, particularly convenient, including for those arriving at the airport or train station.
We give you all the useful details, tips to make the best choice.
The French Riviera passes
If you are visiting Nice, the French Riviera and the hinterland, then, you will need passes. There are several to choose from, depending on the extent of your visits and the length of your stay.
We present these passes in detail, again above, in the Learn More section.
The Tourist Office
The Nice Tourist Office is a must for anyone who wants to visit without worry. Indeed, a multilingual staff welcomes you and, having a very extensive documentation, they will be able to answer all your questions. An essential organization for any visitor.
Document to download
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History of Nice
We thought it might be useful to know a little about the history of Nice and its region. A history strongly tinged with Italy, our friends and neighbors, although it has never been Italian and has been French only since 1860.
The port area of Nice is partly like a small village, partly more cosmopolitan and commercial.
Place of the pine
This place of the pine is famous in Nice. Indeed, it is a bit the heart of the Nice Marais. The district gathers many LGBT people who cohabit easily with a straight population. Together, they often meet to participate in parties or simply to enjoy the Dolce Vita of Nice.
So it's a lively place, that some people call Bobo. Well, yeah. Let's say rather a district where it is good to live. Bars and restaurants welcome you until late at night, that's good to know.
Django-artist
David Djian, alias Djiango-artist, is an artist whose work oscillates between painting and architecture.
His portraits, broken down into small spots that escape, have made him famous. And it is under the arcades of the square of the island of beauty, that we discover great and beautiful works. A moment of emotion, so much his portraits attract the glance and call our imagination.
His works are exhibited in galleries in Clermont-Ferrand, Tel-Aviv, Paris, Lyon and at the Elie Art Gallery, Cremat Castle, Nice.
Notre-Dame-du-Port in Nice
The church of Notre-Dame-du-Port in Nice is also called Church of the Immaculate Conception. Indeed, the church is dedicated to Mary.
It was built during the reign of the king of Sardinia Charles-Felix, by the architect Giuseppe Vernier, who was also responsible for the layout of the square on the Isle of Beauty.
But, the work almost completed, the church collapsed in 1845. It had to be rebuilt and finally completed in 1863.
The church, in neo-classical style, has a bell tower at the back of the building. On the façade, it has a columned overhang, designed by the architect Jules Febvre, since 1896.
Inside, the bombed ceiling was rebuilt in concrete in 1950.
Notre-Dame-du-Port de Nice has known a tumultuous life but still dominates the Lympia port of Nice.
Autres lieux remarquables du quartier du Port
To the north of the port, lies the beautiful Place Arson. It is one of the meeting places of the bowlers.
Rue Catherine Ségurane and Rue Antoine Gautier still have antique shops.
The port of Nice welcomes ferries to Corsica and Italy. And the most frequent are those to Ile Rousse.
In Sardinia, the port is Golfo Aranci. Site officiel
Arrival of the ferry in the port of Nice
Departure of the ferry from Nice to Corsica
The "pointus"
The "pointus" are fishermen's boats whose bow and stern are pointed, hence their name. They are indeed pointed in front and behind. These traditional boats from Nice are still moored in the port of Nice, well maintained. Some of them still have a mast that supported the sails.
The other boats
Among the other boats, there is a great diversity, from the small fishermen's park to the big imposing yacht. Regularly, one can discover the ships of the biggest stars and the richest people of the planet.
The Hill of the castle is a natural height in the South-East of Nice. This hill separates the Old Nice from the port. It offers various interests: exceptional panoramas, a beautiful waterfall, a playground, ruins, etc.
The altitude of this hill, yet located on the edge of the sea, goes up to 92m. That is to say, it is about the difference in altitude that one must climb to reach its summit. This hill is isolated and dominates the city and the surroundings. Perfectly arranged, it offers sublime panoramas and other points of interest.
Panoramas from the Castle Hill
Several places offer extraordinary panoramas, extending to infinity. Here are some of these viewpoints, on the west side. There are others, from the Bellanda Tower, from the Cascade, from the summit where there is an orientation table. But also, on the East side, with superb views of the port.
Waterfall of the Castle Hill
One of the poles of interest of the hill is its waterfall. The water comes from the Vésubie river and its water supply basins, whose flow it regulates.
The loud sound of the waterfall can be heard from afar, the spray jumps to our faces according to the direction of the wind, in short, it is a great pleasure offered, as well to the visitors as to the people of Nice, who willingly frequent the hill.
Playground of the Castle Hill
La Colline du château has not one but several playgrounds. First, there is the children's area, with a wooden castle, slides, climbing net, etc. Next to it, there is a large area, without any facilities, where older children can create their own activities, usually sports.
Access to the Hill
It is accessed by
from the Promenade des Anglais, by several flights of stairs at the end of the rue des Ponchettes
from the old Nice by the Auguste Kerl rise (le Camin dou casteu) at the end of the castle street
or from the port, through the street of Foresta (Camin San Tourpès) and the Monfort hill which becomes the Eberlé hill (Camin de Limpia).
What a treat to discover an independent toy store. The Toy Shop is a treasure trove. The wood finds here its letters of nobility, among very many atypical toys. We also discover, of course, the plush toys, dinettes and other timeless toys. We relearn to let our imagination run away.
1 Place de l'ancien Sénat, in the Old Nice
Nice has many remarkable shops. And among them, very interesting art galleries, with a very diversified style. An ironworker as well.
The artist Grabo and the gallery La Déferlante
Patrick Grabowski, known as Grabo, has opened a special art gallery. Particular because of the works exhibited, the prices charged and the relative ease of access to the artist and the works presented. Grabo practices collage, painting with a knife, he starts (often) from a comic book character and surrounds him with an aesthetic context. Gaston Lagaffe, Tintin, Corto Maltese, Asterix, etc, are thus magnified, going from a colorful drawing to a work of art. La Déferlante, a gallery that wants to speak to everyone and where you must enter to discover this amazing mix of raw art, street art, Pop art, Vintage, contemporary.
12 rue du pont vieux, in Old Nice.
ArtNice, another notable business in Nice
ArtNiceis a very original little gallery. It offers scale models of the famous "blue chair" from Nice. This one is proposed in several dimensions. And the gallery also exhibits paintings, engravings, oxybronze sculptures and artist's jewelry creations.
2 rue droite, in the Old Nice
The ironworks Le Fer rouge
Other notable businesses in Nice include an ironworks. A family of blacksmiths has created many wrought iron objects for individuals and institutions in the region. And even beyond. Nowadays, the work of the forge has diminished. There remains a charming store, let's say a flea market of wrought iron objects. Chandeliers, floor lamps, candlesticks, etc. Let us note an old chandelier made by a grandfather companion, whose branches are fixed without any welding! A feat.
8 Rue de la Boucherie, in Old Nice
Nicolet Workshop
This Nicolet workshop of shoe repair and leather goods offers to repair your shoes or make custom ones for you. But Manon Nicolet, a master of leather, also offers her own creations: belts, bags, glasses cases, card holders, etc.
22 Rue Benoît Bunico 06300 Nice
These other outstanding food stores in Nice are among the best in their field. This is only a first selection, other shops would have deserved to be presented here. The quality of the products and their taste are here, even if, when it comes to taste, there may be different appreciations.
Quirino, fresh pasta and catering
Quirino's fresh pasta, meaning pasta, gnocchi, ravioli and their derivatives: capelletti, agnolotti, etc., are all made on the spot. These products could not be fresher, made by specialists from Nice since 1925. Quirino is a rare pearl that can only be found in Nice. So take advantage of it to rediscover the taste of fresh pasta from the past. The house also prepares Nice specialties, with the authentic recipes. A must!! 10 Rue Bavastro - 06300 Nice 209 Av de la Californie - 06200 Nice 4 Boulevard Garnier - 06100 Nice Marché du Cours Saleya, Allée centrale -06300 Nice Official website
Pâtisserie Moutet
Gaël Moutet is a pastry chef, a pastry chef who makes his cakes in so laboratory, in the back of the store. All the cakes are made on site. What makes his pastries original are the flavors or the associations of flavors that renew the genre. We find in certain pastries the usual flavors but we also discover cakes with mango, banana and pecan, etc. The flavors depend on the season. And above all, these cakes are less sweet and the taste of the ingredients comes out more. To know. Pâtisserie Moutet 7 rue du Collet, in Old Nice. Official website
Alexis Monod, chocolatier
Alexis Monod is a chocolate and sweets artist. An artist indeed, for his creativity, both gustatory and visual. We can say that he is also the king of trompe l'oeil. He surprises us with a handbag, pumps, peas, sausages, etc.. Not to mention all the future new creations he is preparing for us. It's beautiful and it's good. The products are from fair trade (cocoa from Ivory Coast, Papua New Guinea, Uganda, Vietnam) or come from the surroundings: roses, violets, verbena from Tourette-sur-loup, etc. Aexis Monod 18 Rue Pairolière in Old Nice Official site
Pascal Lac
Pascal Lac, a reference in chocolate and pastries. It was in 1995 that the Lac family set up shop in their first laboratory in Beaulieu-sur-mer. Pascal and Valerie make and sell their very first chocolate creations. Then, the interest of the customers growing, they settle in Nice. They are even forced to open several stores, in front of the growing demand and the recognition of the professional world. Indeed, they obtain several times the supreme reward, recognized among the "best of the best" chocolate makers in France, by the Club des Croqueurs de Chocolat.
18, rue Barla (north of the port and Old Nice) 49, rue Gioffredo (towards Place Massena) 12, Rue de la Préfecture (Old Nice, pictured here)
Confiserie Florian
Florian is an establishment that has interested foodies since 1921. It offers candied fruits, chocolates, jams and other confections, all made in the Pont du Loup, Tourrettes-sur-Loup, in the hinterland, where the local producers of their raw material are located. And the crystallized flowers, do you know? 14, Quai Papacino - 06300 Nice Official website
The Vanilla Tree
The macaroon is declined according to each region. In Nice, pastry chef François Ducroux focuses on simplicity, naturalness and taste. His macaroons keep the taste of their ingredients: the violet from Tourettes-sur-Loup, the lemon from Menton, the orange from the hills of Nice, the almond from Provence, etc. Gluten-free and lactose-free macaroons. 7, Avenue Auber in Nice Official website
Angea's Treats
Handcrafted production of fresh Macarons, iced Macarons, and other traditional Nice confectionery. In the Old Nice. 1 table inside and some seats outside allow to taste the macaroons with greediness.
Nice delicatessen where to find local products but not only. From spices to balsamic vinegar through olive oil, truffles, teas, cooked dishes, etc. 4 Rue Pairolière, 06300 Nice Cloves and cinnamon
Brasserie Artisanale de Nice
Organic craft beer factory 14 avenue Villermont - Nice (Liberation district) Monday through Friday from 5pm to 7pm and Saturday from 10am to 12pm and 4pm to 7pm Brasserie Artisanale de Nice Also available at Taste of Nice
Soleia
Liqueurs artisanales aux oranges locales 21 Ch. du Cimetière Est, 06300 Nice au Nord de l'autoroute A8 Soleia
The ice cream shops of Nice are numerous. But the most sought after are those who make their own ice creams. One discovers then unusual flavors, one likes or not, but which deserve to be tested. Here is a selection of ice cream shops, of excellent quality, but not all artisanal.
Among the best ice cream shops in Nice
Canastel, the reputation made by its customers
Word of mouth has made this ice cream shop a reference. The basic products are of quality and the laboratory is open at the back of the store. The ice creams are therefore made on the spot. And the choice of flavors is large. To note also, a speciality: the créponé, a kind of lemon sorbet from North Africa which has become quite rare. Finally, the icing on the cake, you can sit inside or outside and enjoy the flavors. 4 Bd Gambetta https://www.facebook.com/Canastel-135545109819253/
Papilla
An excellent artisan ice-cream maker that uses no added flavorings, emulsifiers, colorants or preservatives. Lots of local products. 7 rue Saint François https://papilla.fr/
Azzuro, a great address in a small street
This ice cream parlour has something for everyone. It offers a vast assortment of flavors, taken directly from the fruit and not from artificial flavors (except for the flower-scented ice creams: violet, rose and lavender). Another feature: the ice creams are less sweet than ordinary ones, revealing more of their fragrance. Worth a try. 1 rue Sainte Reparate in Vieux Nice https://www.facebook.com/AzzurroArtisanGlacier
Fior di amarena, without colorants or emulsifiers
This ice cream parlour is also artisanal. The ice creams on offer are all made locally, without colorants or emulsifiers. As a result, the pistachio is not greenish but rather hazelnut-colored. A good sign. There's no overabundance of flavors here, just seasonal fruit flavors - around twenty of them. There are also some original products, such as a waterless watermelon and lemon sorbet (always in season). An ice-cream parlour you'll want to know about, which also offers waffles and crêpes… 1 place Rossetti 10 rue du Marché 2 rue Centrale
Arlequin gelati / César Milano
This ice-cream maker is a creator. He makes his own ice creams, sorbets and frozen pastries, and innovates by seeking out new flavors.
Arlequin gelati 9 Avenue Malausséna
César Milano 43, Avenue Jean Médecin https://www.arlequingelati.com/
Fenocchio, a reference
This establishment is an institution in Nice. This artisanal ice cream maker offers a hundred flavors, yes, you read that right. For example, in addition to the usual flavors: ginger ice cream, pink pepper, gianduja, strawberry tagada, verbena, violet, poppy. Tomato-basil sorbet, cactus, beer, etc. It is the quality of the products and the choice, almost confusing, which made its success. 2 place Rossetti, in the center of Old Nice 6 Rue de la Poissonnerie, in the South of Old Nice 28 Boulevard Jean Jaurès, on the northwestern edge of Old Nice https://www.fenocchio.fr/
Néron glacier, a gourmet must in Nice
This ice-cream maker-pastry chef has worked for the greatest gastronomic houses: the Ritz, Fauchon and the greatest chefs, such as Pierre Gagnaire for example. He has become independent and now focuses on ice creams and pastries, home-made products. The choice of flavors is important, varied, original (ah, the basil flavor, I love it) and you can enjoy sitting outside, on the very pleasant square after the market. Smaller than Fenocchio, but maybe that's an advantage, an easier choice, a little less waiting and just as good. 15 place Saint François, in the Old Nice https://neronglacier.com/
Christophe Artisan Glacier
Another ice cream shop looking to present quality products. Why not, the ice creams are appetizing. Let yourself be tempted. 17 Rue de France https://www.christophe-artisanglacier.com/
Yes, jelato
Only artisanal ice creams and sorbets, this Crepaldi family offers a wide range of flavors, without coloring. Since the products are fresh, some flavors are only available in season. Yes, Jelato has something to please you. 5, rue de la préfecture - place du palais de justice in Old Nice https://www.ouijelato.fr/
Armorino
This ice cream shop chain offers organic, Ecocert-certified ice cream. Several dozen flavors of ice cream and sorbets, waffles, hot drinks, macaroons, delicatessen, the original ice cream shops have evolved into a wider range of delicacies. 33 rue Massena https://www.amorino.com/
Glacier du pin
This ice cream shop offers many of the usual flavors but also more original ones. Banana marbled chocolate, peanut, licorice, etc. ice creams, and lime and ginger, blood orange, etc. sorbets. 4 rue Cassini https://glacierdupin.fr/
Nice's history, abridged here, shows a profound tug-of-war between its triple attachment: to Italy or rather the County of Savoy and then the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia on the one hand, to France (Count of Provence, the Angevins) on the other, and finally its independence as the County of Nice.
Nice's prehistory
The area where the city of Nice now stands has been populated since prehistoric times. In fact, there are known to have been settlements in very remote times. For example, on the slopes of Mont Boron, in the Grotte de Lazaret, the remains of a population dating from around 200,000 to 125,000 BC have been found. Not far away, another settlement known as Terra Amata was home to prehistoric populations from 400,000 BC.
The beautiful Terra Amata Museum of Prehistory retraces this ancient life.
In those days, where the port is today, there was a vast marshy area, unsuitable for human habitation, but rich in game.
Note that these early humans were hunter-gatherers and did not reside continuously on site.
The antiquity of Nice
It is generally agreed that the city was founded by Greeks from Massalia (now Marseille), between the 3rd and 2nd centuries B.C. It would appear that the Greek city was not established on the hill of the castle, as has long been believed, but rather at its feet, beneath present-day Vieux Nice.
The Greek city was called Nikaïa, otherwise translated as she through whom victory came. But this hypothesis is a figment of the imagination. Documents are lacking. Other interpretations concerning Nikaïa, bring this name closer to Ligurian roots, possibly meaning "spring".
But Nikaïa was coveted. It came under constant attack, particularly from the Ligurians. In the end, it was the Roman troops who defeated the Ligurians and created the town of Ventimiglia, pardon Albintimillium. Nikaïa then became part of Albintimillium.
This ancient Roman period left traces that can still be seen today, notably at the Cimiez archaeological site.
Nikaïa was part of the Roman kingdom of Italy.
The great invasions
From the 5th to the 7th century, Nikaïa suffered the great invasions of the Visigoths, the Ostrogoths and then the Lombards. Nice became part of the Lombard Kingdom. Then in the 8th and 9th centuries, it was the Saracens' turn to attack the town, finally pillaging it in the 9th century.
The revival
It was Guillaume I de Provence, known as the Liberator, who drove out the Saracens and dominated the town, which was then ruled by the Viscounts of Orange, from the house of Nice-Orange, in the 10th and 11th centuries.
However, Nice still maintained close ties with its larger neighbor, Genoa. It took part in Genoa's wars against rivals Pisa and Venice. Eventually, Nice became a maritime republic, like Amalfi, Pisa and Venice.
1108-1176: The Republic of Nice
The Republic of Nice was governed by 4 consuls (representing the nobility, merchants, craftsmen and workers, and peasants).
1229-1230: Nice experienced some vicissitudes (13th century), revolting against the authority of Count Raimond-Bérenger V of Provence. Then Duke Charles d'Anjou took over Provence and Nice in particular.
Thus, Nice left the protection of the County of Provence for the Duchy of Anjou.
1347-1348: the Black Death
The plague of 1347-1348 decimated Nice's population, which fell from 40,000 to 13,000. The city was reorganized into a Consulate: the Council of Forty governed the city and gave it a new lease of life.
At the time, most of the population was concentrated in the upper town, around the castle and its cathedral. A few inhabitants were to be found more in the plain, towards today's Church of Saint Reparate or today's Piazza Garibaldi.
September 27, 1388, the surrender of Nice
This September 27, 1388 is a landmark date in Nice's history. Following claims to the crown of Naples, the Anjou family was torn apart. Nice found itself isolated and in a weak position. It therefore decided to place itself under the authority of another protector. The "Dedition of Nice" proclaimed the inhabitants' submission to the Count of Savoy, Amédée VII. The territory of Savoy was now independent, neither French nor Italian. The neighboring towns of Ventimiglia, Menton, Beausoleil, Roquebrune and Monaco remained Genoese.
From the 15th to the 18th century
The city grows. In the 15th century, the town's emblem became a red eagle, in reference to the entry of Amédée VII le Rouge (of Savoy) into Nice. The territory becomes the County of Nice.
1430-1448: the Jewish community is ostracized and confined to the Giudaria, the Jewish ghetto on rue Benoît Brunico. A synagogue was later built at number 8.
Nice's history is marked by many wars, between the French king François I and the emperor Charles V. War against Barbarossa, then an ally of King François I. Note the courageous and honorable attitude of Catherine Ségurane.
Catherine Ségurane
1543: Catherine Ségurane (in Nicoise Catarina Segurana) is known for fighting bravely against Ottoman and French troops during the 1543 siege of Nice. Indeed, as an Ottoman planted his flag in victory, Catherine Segurana struck him so hard with a clothes-beater that he died. This was the signal for a revolt by the people of Nice, who defended the castle until the arrival of the troops of the Duke of Savoy, Charles III.
The County of Nice develops
Charles III, then by Emmanuel-Philibert, then Charles-Emmanuel I maintain the territory's independence from the kingdom of France. The Italian language is chosen as the official language of the County of Nice.
1610: A royal road from Nice to Turin is opened.
1612: A free port is created in Nice.
1614: The Senate of Nice is created to govern the town.
But wars continued, first with the King of France against the Spanish, then with the King of Spain against France. In 1706, Nice castle was taken and destroyed.
1790: the city's population reaches 20,000, and it expands beyond its original boundaries. It now extends into what is now Vieux Nice. Urban planning was transformed. The Cours Saleya and the Place Vittorio (later Place Garibaldi) were created.
The English began to flock to Nice, particularly for its mild winter climate.
The 19th and 20th centuries
In 1792, following elections, the people of Nice and the surrounding towns demand their attachment to France. The Alpes-Maritimes department was created.
But the period of the Revolution troubled the département: quarrels between Girondins and Jacobins, the coup d'état of 18 Fructidor An V (1796-1797), then that of 19 Brumaire An VIII (1799-1800), and then the Napoleonic wars destabilized the population. Eventually, they turned to Victor-Emmanuel I of Savoy.
In 1814, the County of Nice became part of the Kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia, one of the territories that would later make up Italy but was not yet Italian.
1860: Nice's history changes
The city (finally) experiences a period of stability. Administrative organization, educational development and urban planning restructured the city, whose population rose to 44,000 in 1858.
Giuseppe Garibaldi, who was born in Nice in 1807 and died in Caprera in 1882, set out to unify the various territories of what was to become Italy. He succeeded in 1860, the official date of Italian reunification. The Duke of Savoy, King of Piedmont-Sardinia, Prince of Piedmont and Count of Nice Victor-Emmanuel II became the first King of Italy.
On June 14, 1860, the County of Nice was ceded to France, against the advice of the majority of the population, but with the agreement of the new King of Italy Victor-Emmanuel II.
An estimated 11,000 Nice residents left the city. This exodus from Nice left a deep impression on Italian minds, especially as French was re-established as the official language in Nice.
In the legislative elections of 1871, the pro-Italians became the overwhelming majority. Garibaldi was elected deputy.
In the end, however, after the exodus of the people of Nice - and heavy repression - the population elected French representatives. The town developed with a little more political stability.
In 1887, a major earthquake of force 6.3 or 6.4 struck the sea. This did not diminish the development of tourism, with the Casino, Promenade des Anglais, grand hotels and luxurious villas. The Italian population is now only 1/4 of the total. Many English and Russians came to enjoy the Mediterranean winters of the Côte d'Azur.
The two world wars
World War I brought the town's development to a halt. So did the Second, which caused near starvation in the town destroyed by American bombing raids. But once peace returned, the impetus for this unique city was not dead. Life soon returned to normal, the economy began to grow again, and tourism once again began to delight Nice... and its holidaymakers.
The city of Nice continues its development unabated.
History of Nice today
Today Nice boasts rich and varied urban planning, accommodation of all kinds and at a variety of rates, cultural establishments (MAMAC, Théâtre national, Opéra, exhibition spaces, private galleries, etc.), health and leisure facilities, green spaces, shops and more.
The city has a population of 340,000 and the Nice metropolitan area 550,000.
Nice is still a very attractive city, which we try to give you a complete overview of on this site.
The Nissarde language
Note that Nice is a city much loved by the French and the Italians who are so close. It once belonged to duchies or kingdoms that would later merge into the country named Italy in 1860.But the Nissarde language is much closer to Occitan than to Italian.
In other words, in terms of its original language, and without wishing to polemize, Nice is clearly French. In terms of population, it's part French and part Italian. And partly very cosmopolitan.
To know in which neighborhood to rent in Nice, we present you the most touristic and best suited neighborhoods to stay. Housing, transportation, shops, you will know the essentials of the neighborhoods of Nice. But beware. The other neighborhoods will be the subject of a later publication because they may deserve your consideration. Choose among all the rentals in Nice
The Old Nice is the ancient heart of the city. It is made up of small, often curved streets, lined with old, well-maintained, Italian-style buildings. It is an area that is not pedestrian but monopolized by pedestrians in the alleys. There are many old or quality shops (gastronomic, local products). The Old Nice shelters the Nice inhabitants and the tourists of passage. It is thus a place not to be missed but also very animated. This can be pleasant during the day. It is the same in the evening. Streetcar and buses are all around. Your accommodation in Old Nice
The port district (2)
The port district includes the marinas, fishing ports and links to Corsica. All around extends a bourgeois habitat and businesses, including a large number of bars and restaurants. It is therefore a tourist district that is being modernized. Served by the streetcar and buses. Pleasant atmosphere. Your accommodation towards the Port
Carabacel (17)
The Carabacel neighborhood adjoins the Jean Médecin / Place Massena neighborhood. It is part of this city center richly endowed with quality shops and buildings with remarkable architecture, Belle époque and Ligurian style at the same time. Decorative facades, glazed tiles, elaborate balconies, domes. A chic and lively neighborhood, served by the streetcar to the east, south and west, as well as bus lines. Your accommodation in the Carabacel neighborhood in Nice
Doctor/Massena (22)
The Jean Médecin district stretches from the famous Place Massena in the south, to the Thiers train station in the north. It is very close to the Old Nice. Perfectly served by public transport (buses and streetcars), its Jean Médecin axis is the commercial heart of Nice, where the Nice Etoile center is located. A very lively district. Your accommodation in Massena-Jean Médecin district
Musicians (23)
The Musicians or Thiers neighborhood is located south of the central station of the same name. It is an essentially residential neighborhood of varied housing, sometimes chic and Belle Epoque style, sometimes more humble. This district is served by train, streetcar and buses. Your accommodation in the Musicians district
Carré d'or, rue de France (24)
The Carré d'or neighborhood is, as its name implies, a highly sought-after and chic neighborhood, without being posh. Consisting of quality housing and Art Deco, Belle Epoque style, it borders the Prom', the famous Promenade des Anglais. A chic neighborhood, but not necessarily stuffy, it is very lively without being saturated, very varied and still authentic, cosmopolitan but with a beautiful personality. Close to everything, the quality of life remains an asset of this district. Buses and streetcars serve it very favorably but most visits benefit from being done on foot. Your accommodation in the Carré d'or neighborhood Our studio in Nice in this sought-after neighborhood
Gambetta (25)
The Gambetta district is an area of contrast, between stylish housing and more popular buildings. Indeed, between Consulate, Thiers central station, public garden, local shops, it is served by buses and streetcar. But of course, the North is further from the center and the Promenade des Anglais than the South of the district. Your accommodation in the Gambetta district
Baumettes (26)
The Baumettes neighborhood stretches along the sides of a hill. The top of the neighborhood is very residential, composed of villas and quality housing. On the other hand, the south of the district, towards Magnan, is a bit more lively, better equipped with shops, although quiet and close to the Promenade des Anglais. Your accommodation in the Baumettes district
To visit Nice and the Riviera, we suggest you to know the sites, museums and activities in Nice. You will find them in the section below, entitled Visiter Nice. Don't forget to also read our other sections What else to do in Nice and Practical informations.
Visit Nice
Nice is a very large city of 430,000 inhabitants. The city is squeezed between the Mediterranean Sea, the hills and the Var river. It was once developed in its southern part. The northern part is more recent, therefore sometimes less attractive on a tourist level. But be careful: the South is not only the coastline. You can deviate from the coast to visit the areas of the Matisse museum or the Cimiez monastery for example. Publicité partenaire
Tastes and interests vary from person to person. It is possible that the must-sees in Nice will not satisfy you entirely. Therefore, we suggest other visits and activities, which offer the added advantage of discovering Nice in a different way.
Festivals and events in Nice are of cultural, sporting, gastronomic interest, etc. But we cannot list them all here. Indeed, far too numerous, we prefer to indicate you the concerned websites which will be better able to satisfy your legitimate curiosity.
Carnival of Nice, one of the famous festivals in Nice
The carnival of Nice wants to be entertaining and joyful. It is essentially composed of decorated floats, which travel a circuit to the sound of music. Musicians, dancers accompany it.
There is also a part of this carnival of Nice that is called the carnival of flowers. Indeed, from the top of the floats particularly well decorated and flowered, the crews throw flowers on the delighted spectators. Nice Carnival
Not in Nice but very close and of great fame:
The Lemon Festival in Menton is a kind of carnival whose floats are entirely decorated with citrus fruits. It takes place from February 10 to 26, 2023.
30 minutes by train (4.80€). Menton train station is a 3-minute walk from the Lemon Festival.
Iron man
The Iron man is an international sporting event, a very long distance triathlon. The entire event covers 226 kilometers or 140.6 miles. It is therefore an unusual competition, shall I say superhuman? The participants cumulate a swimming event of 3.8 km, followed by a cycling race of 180.2 km or 111.97 miles and finally, a marathon, so 42.195km or 26 miles and 385 yards of running.
The Iron Man takes place between the sea and the mountains, in a magnificent landscape that, unfortunately, the participants do not really have the opportunity to admire.
Next date in Nice: June 25, 2023. Official website
Christmas, New Year's Eve and New Year's Eve celebrations in Nice
We have devoted a page, with photos and videos on these end of year celebrations which, in Nice, are particularly attractive. We inform you about the Christmas Village, the street animations, the illuminations and so on, on our page Christmas, New Year's Eve and New Year's Eve in Nice.
Rentals in Nice extend throughout the city, but with a preference for visitors to the south of the city, close to the sea and the Promenade des Anglais. Choose from hundreds of Nice accommodations available, starting with our apartment, located close to everything.
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Ideally located, 200m from the Promenade des Anglais and 800m from Old Nice Our apartment for rent in the sought-after Carré d'or district Declaration number 06088009774SM
We have established a list of restaurants in Nice, it is a selection of addresses, tested by our visitors and ourselves. But be careful: as in all lists of this type, the change of waiters, cooks or management can modify the quality of the restaurant. Any list, not only on this site, should therefore be taken with caution.
Our list of restaurants in Nice is free and independent. It is the result of our personal experience and that of our visitors. It is not exhaustive, other restaurants could appear in this list.
Good value restaurants
In the Carré d'or, the Golden Square
Le Petit Bouchon
131 rue de France
Tel +33 4 97 07 14 15
A family and fragrant cuisine, a good-natured atmosphere without being familiar, low prices, it's good, it's copious, a great success. Open only for lunch.
10 rue Meyerbeer
Tel +33 4 93 81 01 84
A Neapolitan restaurant that offers dishes and pizzas. Fresh products, correct service, sometimes a bit directive. Frequented by many Italians, which is a good sign.
Tunisian restaurant and tea room, without alcohol, with a varied and family clientele. Relaxed. Family cuisine, fresh produce and inexpensive dishes. Succulent oriental pastries.
Very pleasant restaurant, reception, service, cuisine, everything is done to satisfy the consumers, including the note. Far from the crowded places, an address to remember.
5 rue Dante
At the corner of rue St. Philippe and rue Dante, northwest of the Negresco.
We don't recommend any of the restaurants on the busy rue Massena, many of them being too big and too expensive or too touristy to be really appreciated by us. But some may be worth your visit, like the Villa d'Este, for example. The choice is yours.
6 rue sainte Réparate
Tel +33 4 89 14 97 51
A small restaurant run by a great chef, with fresh products, if possible local and a lot of creativity. Worth knowing.
22 rue Pérolière, in the Old Nice
Tel +33 4 93 62 11 71
A restaurant that offers Mediterranean and Nice dishes. Reception, cooking, everything is frank and good.
A "gourmet" pizzeria! Here you are served pizzas with hearty and tasty toppings, made with flor di latte, reblochon, caramelized onions and even truffles, etc. Also pasta carbonara, bolognese, salads, chicken, etc.
4 Pelligrini Square
North of Piazza Garibaldi
A seafood sandwich shop, including lobster, why not? Open for lunch and mid-afternoon.
40-42 Rue Droite, Old Nice
Place Garibaldi
La Maïoun
A chic, affordable restaurant. And above all, it offers modernized Niçoise cuisine, such as Niçoise tapas, prepared with local ingredients. A l'Escalinada restaurant.
9, place Garibaldi
Restaurant that offers pizzas by the meter, among others. You can order Neapolitan pizzas of all kinds, all as good and well-topped as each other. A small Neapolitan restaurant which does not empty, it is a good sign.
17, rue Saint-Philippe (Gambetta)
Great Italian restaurant, with well-prepared, tasty cuisine and a pleasant terrace.
20 boulevard Victor-Hugo
Kiosk Tintin or Chez Tintin
Fast-food kiosk with typical Niçoise food: pan bagnat, pies, Niçoise salad, etc.
Not to be confused with Chez Titin in Massena.
3, place général de Gaulle, quartier de la Libération
Pezza
Phone +33 6 01 71 97 82
The Neapolitan pizza restaurant with seasonal toppings.
18 bis rue Biscarra (behind Nice Etoile shopping center)
A fine, rather upscale address, blending traditional Italian cuisine, the inventiveness of its chef Eleonora Baranova and touches of Ukrainian gastronomy.
19 Promenade des Anglais
near the Palais de la Méditerranée
This wine bar/restaurant is all about quality. Quality products, cooked on the premises, taste, discovery and contained prices. A must.
24 rue Alphonse Karr
Very pleasant restaurant, reception, service, cuisine, everything is done to satisfy the consumers, including the note. Far from the crowded places, an address to remember.
5 rue Dante
On the corner of rue St. Philippe and rue Dante, northwest of the Negresco.
A restaurant just the way we like it, with well-prepared cuisine, fresh produce and an excellent welcome. We feel at ease. Great value for money. In short, we recommend it.
41 rue Verdi
The Nice Tourist Office is located on the Promenade des Anglais, shortly after the Albert 1er garden.
It is particularly efficient in providing information about your transportation, sports events, museums, sites, activities and everything else about Nice and its region. And of course, the staff is multilingual.
Nice tourist office
5 Promenade des Anglais
towards the Albert 1er garden
Nice to download publishes its own pages in free and immediate download and includes the guides of the Nice Tourist Office, the Nice Côte d'Azur Metropolis, among others.
Discover Nice
Nice-Riviera.com proposes you to Discover Nice, a walking tour of Nice: Old town, Promenade des Anglais, the Carré d'or district, Place Massena and back to Old Nice to complete the visit.
This route can be modified, according to your tastes, according to our other suggestions of visits. It can be done in one day or 2. Or more.
Here we present the must-see museums of Nice, among all the Nice museums. Indeed, these are also the most important sites of the city. The *** indicate a must-see site of wide interest. On the other hand, the other sites not starred are more specific but may deserve your attention according to your tastes, knowledge and interests.
MUSEUMS OF NICE : MATISSE MUSEUM ***
164, avenue des Arènes de Cimiez 06000 Nice Tel: (+33) (0)4 93 81 08 08 (public) See our page Musée Matisse
Schedules Museum open every day except Tuesday: 10am to 5pm from November 1 to April 30 10am to 6pm from May 2 to October 31 Closed January 1, Easter Sunday, May 1 and December 25.
MUSEUMS OF NICE : CHAGALL MUSEUM ***
Avenue du Docteur Ménard 06000 Nice See our page Chagall Museum
Access By bus: bus #5 or Nice Le Grand Tour bus, Stop "Musée Chagall" By streetcar: Stop Gare Thiers, then 15 minutes walk to the museum
Schedules Open every day except Tuesdays, January 1, May 1 and December 25. From May 1 to October 31: from 10am to 6pm From November 1 to April 30: from 10am to 12pm and from 2pm to 5pm.
Very interesting exhibitions of photographs by photographic artists or also thematic. 1, Place Pierre Gautier 06300 Nice Charles Nègre Museum of Photography
Access Tramway line 1 - "Opera Vieille Ville"
Schedules Open every day except Monday (closed on December 25, January 1, Easter Sunday and May 1) The museum : from 10am to 6pm The gallery : from 10am to 12:30pm and from 1:30pm to 6pm.
Collections incorporating the works of Niki de Saint Phalle Yves Klein, Pop Art, etc. And exhibitions of contemporary artists place Yves Klein 06364 Nice cedex 4 Mamac
Access Tramway Line 1 (Garibaldi stop), Line 2 (Garibaldi Le Château stop) Bus Lines 8 (Defly-Klein stop), 12 and 15 (Promenade des Arts stop), 57 (Garibaldi stop), 87 (Pont Barla stop)
Schedules From May 2 to October 31 : every day except Monday from 10am to 6pm From November 1 to April 30 : every day except Monday from 11am to 6pm The museum is closed every Monday, January 1, Easter Sunday, May 1, and December 25.
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
Museum featuring system echoes, from the Mediterranean coastline to the hinterland relief. (Wolf, roe deer, wild boar, chamois, etc.) birds (raptors, waders, passerines...) reptiles and insects... Plants and mushrooms, as well as a large series of minerals, volcanic rocks, pudding, etc 60 bis, bd Risso 06300 Nice Natural history museum
Access Tram L2, Centre Universitaire Méditerranéen stop
Hours Summer: 10am-6pm from 02/05 to 31/10 Winter: 11am-6pm from 01/11 to 30/04 Except on Mondays, January 1, Easter Sunday, May 1 and December 25.
PREHISORY MUSEUM
Beautiful collections of the lives of the early Niceans , who hunted elephants, rhinoceroses, deer, aurochs, and wild boars. Their tools, axes or bifaces, were mainly made from pebbles collected on the beach. 25, boulevard Carnot 06300 Nice Terra Amata Prehistory Museum
Access Tram line #2, Port Lympia stop Buses #7, 15, 38, etc.
Schedules Museum open every day except Tuesday From 10am to 5pm from November 1 to April 30. From 10am to 6pm from May 2 to October 31. Closed on January 1 - Easter Sunday - May 1 - December 25.
NATIONAL SPORT MUSEUM
A museum that presents collections related to sports and athletes, since the 16th century 6 Allée Camille Muffat Stade Allianz-Riviera 06200 Nice National Museum of Sport
Access By streetcar: Line 3 (Saint Isidore stop) By bus: Line 11 and 59 - Saint Isidore stop With train (Chemin de Fer de Provence line): Nice - Saint-Isidore train station stop
Schedules On game nights, the museum closes one hour before the indicated times. Every day, from 10am to 6pm, from April to September Tuesday to Sunday, from 11am to 5pm, from October to March Annual closures: December 25, January 1 and May 1.
NICE ARCHEOLOGICAL MUSEUM
The collections concern the metal ages, antiquity, and extend into the early Middle Ages. They concern the life of Cemenelum and the province of the Alpes Maritimes
Archaeological Museum 160, avenue des Arènes de Cimiez 06000 NICE
Access Bus : Lines 5, 18 and 33 (Stop Arènes / Musée Matisse )
Schedules Museum open every day except Tuesday From 10am to 5pm from November 1 to April 30. From 10am to 6pm from May 2 to October 31. Closed on January 1 - Easter Sunday - May 1 - December 25.
The remarkable stores of Nice are part of the must-see visits of the city. Some are old and have kept their influence, others are essential to know the sweetness of Nice.
Shop exclusively reserved for local producers, from the sea to the mountains, offered in a short circuit: wines, oil, charcuterie, preserves, chocolates, sweets, etc. A sort of Ali Baba's cave that extends over 2 levels. You will find mainly food items and some beauty products.
At 400m from the place Massena, along the tramway.
There are many parkings in Nice and they are scattered all over the city. Fortunately, parking is regulated in most of the city center. If you have to park your car, choosing a paying parking lot is the easiest solution, if not the most economical.
We offer you some apps, parking lists and some interesting websites.
Parking Palais Massena, 2 possible entries
67 Rue de France 06000 Nice
or 29 Promenade des Anglais
0033 4 93 16 00 87
Not to be confused with the Massena parking
Parc Promenade
3 rue Meyerbeer 06000 Nice
0033 4 93 55 84 03
Closed on Sundays
Palais de la Méditerranée
3 Rue du Congrès 06000 Nice
0033 4 93 16 85 75
By reading this page, you'll know what else to do in Nice. Most of the activities on offer are available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese and Russian. It's up to you to check the language when booking an activity.
Nice Greeters are passionate about their city and can help you discover it. Site of Nice Greeters
The little tourist train
You can discover part of the city, thanks to the little electric train. 8 languages available. There are 2 different tours on the little tourist train. Departure at the foot of the Centenary Monument, next to the Hotel Meridien.
Presentation of the city's must-see monuments. 45-minute tour. Start at the foot of the Centenary Monument, next to the Hotel Meridien. Tour of the old town by electric train
Chateau Hill on the electric train
Access the castle hill overlooking the town and the Bay of Angels. 50-minute tour. Start at the foot of the centenary monument, next to the Hotel Meridien. Tour of Castle Hill by electric train
Close to the sea, the views from the studio in Nice are an appreciable and rare asset.
View on the sea because close to the sea
From the window, but also sitting at the living room table, you can see the sea directly.
The Baie des Anges sparkles with a thousand lights.
And that, as much by day under the sun as by night, illuminated by the lights of the city.
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View of the dome of the Negresco
From the window, on the right, you can see the famous dome of the famous Hotel Negresco. This typical Nice dome brings a magical atmosphere, like a sort of talisman. When you see her, you say: That's it, I'm in Nice!
The living room of the studio in Nice with sea view is spacious for a small apartment.
Living room of the studio in Nice
Living room of the studio : equipment
The living room includes:
a round glass and wrought iron table
4 wrought iron chairs
a wardrobe closet
a television
a box with wifi (free)
2 single beds not always equipped
2 bedside lamps
Please note: the two single beds are not equipped when renting for two people (on request only)
View on the sea
If you don't like blue, oh damn, it's annoying... 😉 You can see it better than in our photo
From the living room window, but also sitting at the table, you can see the sea and the Baie des Anges. No need to bend over to see it. The view is direct. 200m near the sea.
Indeed, the window overlooks gardens and a courtyard. The opposite is distant. And it's a magnificent sight to see this Riviera blue that sparkles beyond the Promenade des Anglais. Note that at night the lights provide their magical effect as spectacle.
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View of the dome of the Hotel Negresco
In addition, another view allows you to see the emblematic dome of the famous Negresco hotel. Day and night, it is also an enchanting sight. The dome can be admired on the far right from the window.
The bathroom of the studio in Nice includes a shower, very functional, as well as a washbasin and WC. A washing machine is installed there. For body and hair, we provide a pack of ORGANIC products.
Bathroom video
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Bathroom equipment of the studio in Nice
It is equipped with a shower with sliding glass walls. It also has a sink with mirror.
The toilets are also located in this same room.
The bathroom of our studio in Nice, for lack of space, is not equipped with a bidet.
Bathroom washing machine
A washing machine is available. It therefore has a capacity of 7kg and has simple and intuitive settings:
On/off button
Rinse hold
Spin or no spin
Door opening (1 minute delay after end of washing)
Choice of temperatures (from 30°)
Choice of cycle, more or less lon
Storage in the bathroom
The bathroom also includes storage for body care and cleaning ORGANIC products. We can offer body and hair care products. They are available free of charge to our visitors for short stays (less than 1 week).
The bedroom of the studio in Nice frees up a significant floor space in our apartment for rent in Nice.
The mezzanine bedroom of the studio in Nice
⚠ Please note: Double bed on the mezzanine with 8 steps 27 cm high. Height under the mezzanine: 130 cm. Peculiar but acceptable for bedtime.
The bedroom is on the mezzanine and open to the living room. It is made up of 2 parts, one of which is equipped with a 140cm wide double bed.
A closet allows you to store some clothes. Another cupboard in the living room serves as a wardrobe, among other things. Bed base and thick quality mattress. This is where you will recover from your fatigue of the day. We have done everything for your deep rest. Oh, I forgot.
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A quiet room in Nice
I forgot to tell you about the calm in and around the building. The studio is located opposite the street. It is therefore very quiet, enough to enjoy a good restful sleep.
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The Basilique Saint Michel Archange was built in 1639. It has a baroque interior, with numerous chapels, each housing paintings and sculptures. The vaulted ceiling is a trompe-l'oeil by the Cerrutti-Maori family (possibly Carlo Cerrutti-Maori, the father, and painted or restored by Guillaume, the son).
These 12 concerts are organized by the Ensemble Calisto, over the course of 7 different and very open programs.
Who is Maria Krasnikova?
Nice guide for kidsTop secret section establishes a complicit tone with young readers, delivering "secrets" as they visit.
90 p. Color illustrations.
These drawings are reproduced in large format and others are displayed in showcases, including sketches, giving an understanding of the preparatory work for the drawings that are delivered to the public.
Bettina Rheims
The grounds are set up Place Massena, on the Promenade des Anglais and on the Château hill, including the existing boule courts.
The artist is constantly evolving and searching. Like these canvases in front of which we photographed him, which are a search for color transparency. Or could we say: a search for transparency in spite of color? Or these other paintings, which contrast a harsh, even hostile universe with an elevation to greater light and harmony.
So I suggest you enlarge our photos to read their captions. And you'll agree that Frédéric Pasquini has a great sense of humor. And his photos take on a new meaning that they didn't necessarily have at first glance. In fact, the artist plunges us into a raw reality that every visitor will recognize. This is what makes his photos so pleasing, revealing society's major problems without being professorial or moralistic, leaving each viewer free to interpret. A great success.
The first indicates the date of its installation 21 06 1981, the position 43°41'22'' north latitude and 29 m 11 s. 29 being a time scale.
As for the second plate, it shows the operating instructions. It reads:
You can read, at the bottom horizontally the months and at the left vertically the correction to be applied in minutes...
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- in orange in support of the fight against violence against women for World Day, November 25, 2023.
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From this quay, walkers admire the whole Promenade des Anglais and even the airport, is visible from this spot. When you stop for a moment, you can feel like the captain at the bow of a ship sailing on the open sea. Strollers' eyes are delighted by the spectacle of waves crashing against the rocks.
Monument aux Morts
#ILOVENICE came into being following the tragedy of July 14, 2015, in the city of Nice.
This horizontal sundial on Quai Rauba Capeu measures a dozen meters in diameter and allows whoever stands on the small star to obtain the time thanks to the shadow of their head.
Reinforced concrete was used, and the facades were Art-Deco in style.
This Henri Dauman exhibition is subtitled: The Manhattan darkroom or in French: La chambre noire de Manhattan.
EchO: exhibition from June 26 to October 25, 2021. 
Around 1860, banker Jean Honoré Gastaud bought the estate at the foot of Fabron hill in Nice. After the banker went bankrupt and the estate was divided up, it was François Blanc, founder and director of the Monaco casino, who bought the property, which was to become the Musée International d'Art Naïf in Nice. 
On April 6, 1973, Château Sainte-Hélène was sold by the daughter of François Coty to the city of Nice. 
Musée International d'Art Naïf Anatole Jakovsky à Nice
The gardens of the villa Ephrussi de Rothschild surround and complement the villa's refined interior. Baroness Beatrice wanted several types of gardens, as elegant as the interior of her palace.
The Chinese salon is also typical of the taste for the exotic in past centuries.
The Alpes-Maritimes department is offering a major Tintin exhibition in Nice, from January 27 to June 30, 2024. It takes place in two different venues:
The façade of Nice's Notre-Dame-du-Port is white neoclassical on the sea side, with 4 Ionic columns, a portico and pediment. It was added in 1896 by architect Jules Fèbvre, to plans by Vernier.
Atop its pediment is the statue of the Virgin Mary.
Fête de la Saint Pierre à Nice
Bal Veglione
Opening parade
Daytime carnival corso
Galerie Lou Babazouk 2
Villa Bellevue
January 6, 2024: Prom' classic. 10km race, timed or not.
This Robert Doisneau exhibition in Nice features 110 photographs. 78 of these are black-and-white photographs of the wonderful everyday life of Paris and its suburbs. The exhibition highlights 40 years of his career, from the 30s to the 70s.
Chapelle Alfred Van Cleef
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The 2023 illuminations in Nice
Soazig Le Ruyet à Lou Babazouk 2 exhibits until December 17, 2023.
Children's playground
The tree climbing facility
The snack bar
Spring (February-May) has less rain than winter and starts earlier than elsewhere.
Fall (November-December) can be humid, with broad sunny spells. It's a less frequented season. Some people like it for just that reason.
Spring in Nice kicks off in late February, early March. In fact, after the cold of early February (the coldest month), temperatures rise again on sunny days, when nature turns green and blooms.
Summer is a dream season in Nice. The Nice summer begins in June and lasts until October, when you can easily discover plants still in bloom. Very sunny then, but with bearable temperatures thanks to the wind.
Winter is another blessed season. It's worth remembering that tourism in Nice first developed as a winter resort, particularly for the British and Russians. After all, autumn rains diminish considerably and sunshine increases. Temperatures rarely dip below zero, but rather hover around 5°.
And that's when Catherine Ségurane stepped in. Armed only with her clothes peg, she struck the unfortunate man's skull so hard that he lost his life. Some say he was simply knocked out. Catherine Ségurane, in a rage, tore the flag and broke the staff. As a result, the enemy flag did not fly over the walls of Nice. This heroic action strengthened the resistance of the people of Nice, who were awaiting reinforcements sent by Charles III, Duke of Savoy. Alas, the town was taken by the attackers. But not the castle.
There is no trace of her birth in the parish registers that held the place of civil status.
At the time, declarations of birth were not yet compulsory. What's more, in 1793, many documents were dispersed and lost. But the Segurans did exist in Nice. Finally, the name Catherine Ségurane may not be the right one, but the person did exist.
The Musée Massena in Nice already offers documents on Catherine Ségurane in its permanent collections.
The events take place on the Ponchettes beach, at the foot of the Promenade des Anglais, at Les Ponchettes; Cours Saleya or Vieux Nice if you prefer.
Octobre rose 2023 à Nice, Dimanche 8 octobre 2023
Among these children, perhaps some will be future Nice artists? Why not?
Exhibition presentation
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On the Quai des Etats-Unis - airport section, the beaches are partly private, partly public. Note that there are fewer private beaches than public open spaces. And each private beach leaves a 3m clearance along the seafront.
Dogs and other pets are prohibited on beaches, except those authorized. See below.
Smoking is allowed on beaches, except those without tobacco. See below.
The disabled beaches
Richard Orlinski in Nice:
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Visual artist Isabelle Decoster's atelier-boutique is well-stocked and colorful. There are as many oil paintings as watercolors, as many gouaches as charcoals, as many acrylics as inks, as many pencil works as collages, and so on.
The rose, you know. It's that flower known since antiquity and transformed, hybridized to give over 3,000 cultivars. But it's the Centifolia rose that remains the queen of perfumers' rose fields. The queen, but not the only one, of course. Centifolia is accompanied by Rose Tango (or Rose de Vence) and Rose de Damascena, for example.
7, rue du Collet
Nice Book Festival 2023 meetings
This Nice Baie des Anges prize will be awarded on May 17, 2023 and will be officially presented during the Nice Book Festival.
Bagmobile address
Between two pieces of bread (most often round and bathed in garlicky olive oil), we add the ingredients of the niçoise salad: tomatoes, egg, anchovies, olive and olive oil.
I invite you to read our pages on restaurants in Nice, some of which are classified as traditional cuisine and some as strict cuisine nissarde.
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The No finish line is a sporting event, without a start or finish line. One runs there as a sportsman, with friends, colleagues or quietly as a family, one walks there, in short, one participates as one wants, when one wants.
Confiserie Maison Auer
Alziari Olive Oil
Perfumery Molinard is a local and family-owned company, which offers handcrafted perfumes, made in Grasse, the world capital of perfumery. For 5 generations now, the family has been creating subtle perfumes and declining them into home fragrances, candles, soaps, creams, etc. Everything here breathes elegance. In Old Nice, near the Opera.
Fragonard is another historic family-owned perfumery in Grasse. It creates refined perfumes, witnesses of an ancestral know-how of excellence. Unforgettable perfumes, but also other home or body products that perfume magnifies. Very interesting perfume museum.
Ici Là-Bas is an ethical, responsible and solidarity-based café/shop in Nice.
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It all starts with Eugène Fuchs who settles in the sunny lands of the Grasse region. He decided to create his own company and bought two perfumeries in Grasse: Cresp-Martinenq and Muraour.
Fragonard
Matisse Museum
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In summary
NiceCIP
The old Santa mill was bought by Cesar Martin to produce olive oil, around 1868. He had a modern building built and soon his olive oil became very successful.
This famous marathon of the Alpes-Maritimes attracts thousands of participants every year and especially the international elite.
The SAB chair also comes in chocolate at patisserie LAC.
The Canning
Bike renting
Small electric train
Bio Coop
The promenade is already in itself a goal for many Nice residents and visitors. This passegiata is done between the jogging of sportsmen, the friendly slaloms of skateboarders or rolleurs and the improbable zig-zags of children on roller bikes. But, rest assured, all this traffic is done in a good mood and without clashes.
The Vieux Nice : 13 min walk
Matisse Museum *** : 12 min walk + Bus No 5
Nice transport fares : Solo
You must punch your ticket on each trip. In case of connection and change of bus or streetcar, you only stamp at departure.
Line 1 does not serve the airport.
There are 3 streetcar lines serving Nice East-West and North-South.
Your appartment to rent in Nice
Preferred locations in Nice
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