The Cote d'Azur lies between the mountain peaks of the Alps and the shimmering turquoise Mediterranean.It has been the playground of Europe since the 19th Century when it became a popular holiday destination for the rich and famous.It remains to this day,one of the most sought after destinations in France and is ideal for family and group holidays as well as romantic city breaks.
Agreeably named, Nice is the capital of the Alpes-Martimes.It is a city that stays alive and active all year round.There is plenty to see and do and something to suit all tastes. With approximately 300 days of sunshine, it is renowned for its long hot summers and cooling sea breezes which help to maintain a pleasant temperature.
Beautifully situated between Cannes and Menton, Nice offers easy access by train or bus allowing you to explore many other interesting towns along this famous coastline.Day trips to Monaco, St Paul de Vence, Antibes, Eze, Italy and some of the surrounding hilltop Provençal villages are all possible.
January - New Year Concert (Nice Acropolis) 2 minutes walk
February - Nice street Carnival and the Menton Fete du Citron
March - The Boat Show ( Nice Port) and the Paris-Nice International Cycling Race
April - Easter Hunt (Pheonix Park) and the Monaco Masters Tennis Tournament
May - Monaco Grand Prix and the Cannes Filim Festival
June - Sacred Music Festival (Churches in the old town) and Street Music festivals
July - The Nice and Juan-les-Pins Jazz Festivals.Bastille day celebrations/ Fireworks
August - Evening open-air Music Concerts in Nice and La Castellada- historical tour with medieval
and Baroque musical performances in the Chateau grounds
September- The Market of the traditional arts and crafts ( Nice old town)
October - Festival of Sainte Reparate in NIce old town
November - Furniture and Decoration Fair ( Nice Acropolis) and the MAMAC modern music festival
December - Christmas Markets and celebrations ( Place Massena)