Location: Menton in France
Nearest Airport:
Nice Côte d'Azur at 28
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Nearest Ferry:
Nice at 30
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Nearest Train:
Carnoles at 0.2
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Nearest Motorway:
Menton Junction 59 on A8 at 4
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Nearest Beach:
beach at 0.1
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Car: not necessary
The region of Alps-Maritime is located in the most south-easterly corner of France, on the border with Italy. This beautiful region boasts a craggy coastline with the Alps plunging straight into the Mediterranean Sea. In the north of the region lie the Alps with snowy peaks and sunny ski resorts, which are only an hour's drive away from the sea. This area is a perfect destination for both beach relaxation and ski holidays Situated at the extreme south east of France. Menton is a city of gardens, a seaport, and beach resort. Its exceptional sunlight and the subtropical climate make Menton ideal for growing orange trees, lemon trees, palm trees, and mimosas. It has been called the most beautiful town on the French Riviera, every year in February; the Lemon Festival takes place in the town, attracting many tourists to this special, vibrant and colourful town.