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Sights in Cannes

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tropical plants and shrubs

Jardin Botanique de la Villa Thuret, Cap d'Antibes

Stunning botanical gardens and a 19th century villa

Location
Antibes

When Gustave Thuret arrived in Cap d'Antibes, he fell in love with the wild nature of the place and bought five hectares on which to build his stunning villa and cultivate a beautiful park and gardens.

A cemetery with a sign that says allee des cyclas

Grand Jas Cemetery

An impressive cemetery that showcases the history of Cannes

Location
Cannes

North west from the centre of Cannes is the impressive Grand Jas Cemetery. The cemetery was built in 1866 as the town centre of Cannes kept growing thus creating a need for a bigger cemetery.

Fort Royal Museum, Ile Sainte-Marguerite

Fort Royal Museum, Ile Sainte-Marguerite

The infamous prison that housed the Man in the Iron Mask

Location
Cannes

In 1617, the Duke of Guise gave Jean de Bellon the task of building a fort intended to block sea access to Cannes. Constructed between 1624 and 1627 on the site of remains that dated back to Roman antiquity, at the time it was nothing more than a simple fortified house.

Villa Domergue & Gardens at night Cannes

Villa Domergue & Gardens

Wonderful art deco style villa and Mediterranean gardens

Location
Cannes

Built by painter Jean-Gabrial Domergue in 1929 it was originally named Villa Fiesole. The style of the villa is highly influenced by the Italian Renaissance style and a Tuscan villa that the painter had seen near Florence.

view into the caves

Caves of Saint Cezaire, Grasse

Natural rock formations in a subterranean landscape

The awe-inspiring caves of Saint Cézaire are six million years old. Discovered by a farmer digging his field in 1890, they boast a wealth of beautiful, natural rock formations in fantastical forms.

Eglise de Biot, Saint Marie Madeleine church, Biot

Eglise de Biot, Saint Marie Madeleine church, Biot

15th-century catholic church in Biot

Location
Biot

Classified as a historic monument this 15th-century catholic church is located in the heart of the village of Biot.

Frejus Cathedral, Frejus

Fréjus Cathedral, Fréjus

This cathedral in central Fréjus is part of a larger fortified medieval complex

Location
Frejus

Dating back to the 5th century when the baptistery was built makes it the oldest in the Provence region and one of the oldest in France. At this ancient, Merovingian style baptistery you can still see a 5th century baptismal basin for full immersion, as well as Roman columns.

A wooden walkway is surrounded by tall grass and trees

The Valmasque Park

Protected & maintained natural park area close to Mougins

Location
Mougins

Covering 561 hectares this park is a beautifully protected area that is flourishing with wildlife, plants and birdlife! Go for a hike around the lake, enjoy a picnic by the river or take a ride on your mountain bike through the forest, there are lots of things to do at this park.

Cascade de Courmes, Gorges du Loup

Gorges du Loup, Cannes Region

A spectacular area to visit with a natural gorges & waterfall

The narrow and beautiful Gorges du Loup cuts north-south through the hills at the foot of Gourdon, 12 km from Grasse.

L'Etang de Fontmerle, Mougins

L'Etang de Fontmerle

Beautiful lotus flower pond on the edge of La Valmasque park

Location
Mougins

This peaceful oasis in Mougins in one of the largest lotus ponds in Europe and is set in a beautiful park with woodlands stretching as far as Antibes.

St Michael the Archangel Russian Orthodox Church

St Michael the Archangel Russian Orthodox Church

Russian Orthodox Church built in the late 19th century

Location
Cannes

Set within the affluent residential area of Quartier de la Californie, is the pretty Church of Saint Michael the Archangel. 

Red rocks plunging into the sea

L'Esterel National Park

Rugged landscape of red rock stretching from Provence to the coastline

Location
Saint-Raphael

A volcanic range of mountains covering around 32,000 hectares and stretching between Saint-Raphael and Theoule-sur-Mer.

an aerial shot of Lac de Saint-Cassien

Lac de Saint-Cassien Nature Park

Stunning natural lake situated inland west of Cannes and Antibes

Situated in the Fayence area of the Var, not far from the south coast of France, this lake offers a welcome respite in the heat of the summer months.

Eglise Notre-Dame de l'Esperance in cannes

Eglise Notre-Dame de l'Esperance, Cannes - Le Suquet

15th century church situated on top of the old town of Le Suquet

Location
Cannes

Replacing the old chapel Sainte-Anne, the Eglise Notre-Dame de l'Esperance was completed in 1627, after more than a century of work.

Le Moulin de Forville (musee Victor Tuby)

Le Moulin de Forville (Musee Victor Tuby)

Provencal mill dating back to 14th century, now a museum

Location
Cannes

Forville Mill dates back to the 14th century. Some of the original presses are still on display, as well as traditional Provencal objects.

image of a bell tower in baroque style

Bellini Chapel

Private chapel forming part of Villa Fiorentina, now a museum & gallery

Location
Cannes

Villa Fiorentina dates back to the 19th century and was one of the first luxury villas that paved the way for aristocrats to build their holiday homes in Cannes.

Promenade de la Croisette, Cannes

Promenade de la Croisette

Iconic boulevard along the Mediterranean sea

Location
Cannes

The Promenade de la Croisette is the true heart of Cannes. Under the shade of pine and palm trees, this boardwalk stretches for over three kilometres. A great place to soak up the sun and the sea breeze while you check out the best luxury shops and hotels.

Cathedrale Notre Dame du Puy, Grasse

Cathedrale Notre Dame du Puy, Grasse

Romanesque cathedral built in the 12th century

Location
Grasse

The medieval church of Notre-Dame du Puy was raised to cathedral status in 1244, when the bishop transferred from Antibes to Grasse.

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