French Riviera Proffesional Guide by Bookletia

MAP OF THE ALPES-MARITIMES AREA COMITÉ RÉGIONAL DU TOURISME CÔTE D’AZUR (FRENCH RIVIERA TOURIST BOARD)

FRENCH RIVIERA DESTINATION p. 9 p. 10 p. 11

LEISURE TOURISM BUSINESS TOURISM THE CÔTE D’AZUR/FRENCH RIVIERA ONLINE / TOURISME & HANDICAP/QUALITÉ TOURISME

USEFUL INFORMATION p. 14

Practical information p. 15 p. 16 p. 18 p. 19

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Programme of events p. 21 p. 27

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2012 MAIN LEISURE TOURISM EVENTS 2012 MAIN BUSINESS TOURISM EVENTS

Transport p. 29

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WEATHER CONSULATES DRIVING ON THE FRENCH RIVIERA / PHONING IN FRANCE ADMINISTRATIVE FORMALITIES IN FRANCE FRENCH PUBLIC HOLIDAYS & FRENCH SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

REACHING THE FRENCH RIVIERA / TRAVELLING AROUND THE FRENCH RIVIERA

Language schools p. 33

LANGUAGE SCHOOLS

TOURIST OFFICES & CENTRES p. 36

Tourist Offices

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Tourist Centres

ACCOMMODATION p. 42

Hotel accommodation & apartment hotels p. 43

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION p. 43 p. 46 p. 47 p. 48 p. 49

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LUXURY HOTELS HOTELS WITH SPA & SEAWATER THERAPY CENTRE HOTELS WITH GOLF COURSES HOTELS WITH VILLAS HOTELS WITH HEATED SEAWATER SWIMMING POOLS HOTELS CHAINS

APARTMENT HOTELS

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Open air & B&B accommodation

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Hotel reservation services & villa and apartment rentals

INCOMING TOURISM SERVICES p. 58

Travel agencies & organisers of stays p. 59 p. 62 p. 64 p. 65 p. 66

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INCOMING TOURISM AGENCIES ORGANISERS OF LEISURE & RELATED ACTIVITIES ORGANISER OF CULTURAL ACTIVITIES / ACCOMMODATION PROVIDERS AND RELATED ACTIVITIES TOURIST BUREAUX NICE CÔTE D'AZUR AIRPORT / COACH COMPANIES

Chauffeur-driven tourist car operators Transport & excursion companies Multilingual Guides

CONTENTS

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THEMED STAY SUGGESTIONS p. 80

Sea & discovery p. 81 p. 84 p. 86

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Mountains p. 93 p. 94 p. 98 p. 101 p. 102

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CAPE WALKS / OUTINGS AROUND THE ISLANDS NAUTICAL ACTIVITIES / BOAT EXCURSIONS TOURIST VISITS / FRENCH RIVIERA, PLEASURE DESTINATION FRENCH RIVIERA, CRUISE DESTINATION

A REFERENCE INTERNET SITE / HOW TO GET THERE MOUNTAINS – WINTER MOUNTAINS – SUMMER ANOTHER FORM OF DISCOVERY TOURS

Art & culture p. 105 FRENCH RIVIERA PAINTERS’ TRAIL / MUSEUMS p. 110 MUST SEE FRENCH RIVIERA MONUMENTS p. 111 ARTISTS & CHAPELS / CITIES OF ART & HISTORY

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Gardens, parks, flowers & fragrances p. 113 p. 114 p. 115 p. 117

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EXCEPTIONAL GARDENS MAIN GARDENS TO VISIT FLOWERS & PERFUMES TOURIST ROUTES / NATURAL PARKS

Art & Crafts p. 119 GLASS, CERAMICS & POTTERIES p. 121 PERFUMERIES p. 123 PAINTING & DRAWINGS

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Visit ideas p. 125 p. 128 p. 131 p. 133

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FRENCH RIVIERA PASS / GUIDED CITYTOURS HILLTOP VILLAGES / EXCURSION IDEAS FRENCH RIVIERA MARKETS TECHNICAL VISITS

Gastronomy & restaurants p. 135 LOCAL SPECIALITIES THE “CUISINE NISSARDE RESPECT DE LA TRADITION” TRADEMARK GREAT MICHELIN-STARRED RESTAURANTS p. 137 MEETING AROUND SWEETS p. 139 MEETING AROUND WINE p. 141 MEETING AROUND CULINARY FLAVOURS p. 145 MEETING AROUND OLIVE OIL p. 147 DINNER PLUS SHOW / RESTAURANTS HOSTING GROUPS

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Golf p. 149 GOLF COURSES p. 151 GOLF PASS / EVENT ORGANISERS

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Well-being p. 153 FRENCH RIVIERA SPAS / SEAWATER THERAPY CENTRES / THERMAL SPAS

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Leisure activities & horseracing p. 155 THEME PARKS p. 156 CASINOS p. 157 FRENCH RIVIERA HORSERACING

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Shopping p. 159 FASHION p. 160 HOME / CRAFTS p. 161 PERFUMES / FINE FOOD / SHOPPING EVENTS

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FRENCH RIVIERA PROFESSIONAL GUIDE This comprehensive professional guide contains technical information, useful addresses, prices and packages. It features a wealth of suggestions to get the most from visiting the French Riviera destination, i.e. the Alpes-Maritimes department. It is a working resource for tourist industry professionals in France and overseas designed to facilitate the organisation of trips and visits in our region. Prices are for information only. They are based on information communicated by French Riviera travel industry professionals and agencies.They are valid on October 31st 2011. The CRT may not be held liable for any subsequent changes in prices or information. To receive an accurate quote for the products listed in this manual please contact the relevant service provider(s) and agency(ies) directly. The CRT Côte d’Azur (French Riviera Tourist Board) enjoys an ongoing relationship with all tourist partners featured in this document and remains at your disposal to share its in-depth knowledge of the destination with you.

COMITÉ RÉGIONAL DU TOURISME CÔTE D’AZUR 455, Promenade des Anglais - Horizon - CS 53126 06203 NICE CEDEX 3 – France Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 37 78 78 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 86 01 06 > Côte d’Azur – French Riviera websites:

www.frenchriviera-tourism.com www.frenchriviera-mountain.com www.frenchriviera-cb.com Tourist industry website:

http://pro.frenchriviera-tourism.com

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THE COMITÉ RÉGIONAL DU TOURISME RIVIERA CÔTE D’AZUR (FRENCH RIVIERA TOURIST BOARD) With nearly 11 million tourists a year and 4 billion euros in turnover, the French Riviera is positioned as the top tourist destination in France after Paris. A key reference in world tourism, the French Riviera alone accounts for 1.2% of international tourists worldwide and nearly 10% of revenue from international tourism in France. The top economic sector in the Alpes-Maritimes, with over 75,000 direct jobs, the Riviera’s tourist industry represents both a valuable asset and considerable stakes for the development of this truly exceptional territory. The Comité Régional du Tourisme Riviera Côte d’Azur is the institutional structure that manages the Côte d’Azur brand and works in close collaboration with all players in tourism, elected and institutional officials and professionals alike, in the framework of a territorial marketing approach for the benefit of the entire Alpes-Maritimes département and the Principality of Monaco. The CRT participates in defining and implementing the département’s tourist strategy in conjunction with the General Council of the Alpes-Maritimes, its institutional partners (State, Region, CCI Nice Côte d’Azur, Team Côte d’Azur, OTSI, territorial clusters...) and professionals. Its role in tourist development and marketing is its core mission in the service of the destination. Thanks to its knowhow and expertise, the CRT is active in supporting largescale projects borne by entities and territories in the département in the framework of specific partnerships. > A territorial marketing mission As Manager of territorial marketing for leisure and business tourism on the Côte d’Azur (Alpes-Maritimes département), the CRT Riviera Côte d’Azur aims to establish operational ties between external markets and the French Riviera. It relies in particular on the privileged relay provided by the network of Atout France offices in the world. The CRT reinforces the promotion, communication and premarketing of all the destination’s components with the French market and the main source markets with a targetdriven marketing rationale: "B to B", "B to C", "B to B to C" and finally ‘thematic or channel’ marketing. By placing the Internet at the heart of the French Riviera’s marketing strategy, the CRT has set up the destination Côte d’Azur brand, which it manages for the benefit of all territories, brands and tourist products.

Its action rests on pairing knowledge of the Riviera’s tourist offering with that of the markets, thereby providing for the implementation of targeted approaches: traditional promotional operations, peer e-marketing operations, actions with the press and other media, specialised public relations... The CRT represents and federates the entire destination Côte d’Azur offering. > A Tourism Engineering mission In close relation with orientations defined by the PACA Regional Council and the Alpes- Maritimes General Council, the CRT Riviera participates as a preeminent player in the territory’s development policy regarding tourism. With its partners it provides consulting and assistance in engineering. Acting on the tourist product and contributing to its qualification implies that the CRT sets up initiatives and strategies for global development and according to channels (creating theme clubs...). This work is based in particular on operations of expertise, innovation, quality approaches as well as help in marketing products and structures. Creating labels, accessibility for all and sustainable tourism also entail support from the CRT for the qualification of products, professionals and territories. > An observation and monitoring mission Recognised by the WTO, of which it is a member, and a privileged partner of national authorities (ONT, INSEE...), the Observatoire du Tourisme des Alpes-Maritimes offers a true barometer of tourist activity on the French Riviera, acting both as a statistical data-processing system and a business intelligence tool. Its aim is to build a methodological framework for measuring the local tourist economy and producing the marketing data and instrument panels indispensable for an operational approach to the different markets on the French Riviera. Overall, the role of the CRT Riviera Côte d’Azur is part of a rationale of partnership and provides a consistent response to the synergy and networking of tourist territories and channels in the Alpes-Maritimes.

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FRENCH RIVIERA DESTINATION LEISURE TOURISM / BUSINESS TOURISM THE CÔTE D’AZUR/FRENCH RIVIERA ONLINE / TOURISME & HANDICAP/QUALITÉ TOURISME

LEISURE TOURISM THE FRENCH RIVIERA, FIRM FAVOURITE OF THE INTERNATIONAL TOURIST SCENE… “One day, in her search to become eternal, beauty looked for a place to call home. She discovered the French Riviera. She took up residence & loved it so much. That she has lived there ever since.” Louis NUCÉRA, 1928-2000 The French Riviera is a cosmopolitan Mediterranean destination situated in the heart of Europe. It enjoys a climate blessed by the gods with over 300 days of sunshine per year. Its unique natural environment, its intense light, the mildness of its climate are key attributes of the stylish living synonymous with the French Riviera. Land of exception and emotion, the Côte d’Azur – French Riviera & Monaco – owes a large part of its success to its exceptional diversity and wealth. A unique identity forged by the contrast between sea and mountain. Preserved natural landscapes stretching from the Mediterranean coastline to the Alpes du Sud. An extraordinary cultural heritage which embraces a large part of the history of humanity. An abundant crucible of creative activity for artists from all over the world. A wealth of international festivals and large events. Gastronomy gorged by sun, given a contemporary twist by the greatest chefs. A wide range of leisure activities and infrastructures which have seduced visitors from all over the world for over one and a half centuries.

KEY FIGURES Top tourist destination after Paris: nearly 11 million visitors. Top French international airport after Paris: nearly 11 million visitors. 105 direct lines to destinations in 35 countries. Top Nice-Paris airline in France with 33 daily connections. 651 hotels oﬀering accommodation capacity of 63,000 beds, of which over 40% are 4*/ 4*L and 5*. 2nd French tourist residence concentration. 60% average occupancy for tourist accommodation. Less than one out of every two stays between June and September. Top Cruise destination: nearly 1 million cruise passengers. Top “Gambling” destination in France: 17 casinos including 5 in Monaco. Top Yachting destination in Europe. 20 golf courses and 20 courses including 10 “18-hole” courses. 14 ski resorts and 700 kms of runs. 1 National Natural Park: Mercantour National Park. Over 130 museums and monuments open to the public. 100 parks and gardens open to the public. 5,200 restaurants of which 36 awarded stars in the Michelin Guide (2011 ranking).

www.frenchriviera-tourism.com public website

http://pro.frenchriviera-tourism.com professionnal website

ON FACEBOOK > www.facebook.com/cotedazurtourisme > www.facebook.com/cotedazurmontagne

ON TWITTER > http://twitter.com/Visit_Cotedazur : network for the general public > http://twitter.com/ProCotedazur : professional network

ON YOUTUBE > www.youtube.com/CotedazurTourisme

See Press Kit on the “French Riviera”

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BUSINESS TOURISM CÔTE D’AZUR, DESTINATION

RECOGNISED

KEY FIGURES

BUSINESS

The French Riviera, known as a land of exception, innovation and creativity, cultivates its know-how and excellence in organising seminars, conventions, incentives and major international events like the Cannes Film Festival, Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix, Jazz Festival of Antibes Juan-les-Pins, Carnival de Nice... The organisation of the G20 Summit in Cannes in November 2011 is a fine example of a major destination for such meetings. The CRT mission is to provide permanent valorisation of the territory of the Alpes-Maritimes as a land of excellence in business tourism and its infrastructures and players with the main targets: incentive agencies, event organisers, tour operators with a business tourism department and the specialise press.

Top French business tourism centre after Paris. 4,000 national & international events every year. 500,000 delegates a year. 2nd French business airport (Nice & Cannes). Top helicopter line in Europe: Nice-Monaco. Top French concentration for 4, 4L and 5-star hotels. Top convention centre oﬀer in France after Paris: 8 convention centres. Thirty events venues. 500 hotel seminar rooms. Top European technology hub: Sophia-Antipolis. 7 competiveness hubs. Top French location for international R&D centres. The French Riviera is home to great projects: top national interest project on sustainable development.

www.frenchriviera-cb.com

An active founding member of Provence Côte d’Azur Events, the CRT has decided to reinforce its prospecting actions around the association. Engaged in a quality approach to service and excellence, professionals on the French Riviera have an offering for ‘meetings’ that is perfectly adapted to the demands of clientele and competition. The latter represent the destination’s added value. The CRT is positioned as the flag bearer for the Côte d’Azur brand in the service of its partners: towns and cities, convention bureaux, accommodation providers, receptive agencies, transporters, original sights and event organisers...

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An accessible region A substantial, well-structured logistical offering Hotel facilities in stride with demand A dream destination A land of innovation Know-how reasserted every day Strict health and safety regulations A cosmopolitan metropolis A boundless tourist offering A destination with permanent investments

See Press Kit on “Business Tourism”

THE CÔTE D’AZUR / FRENCH RIVIERA ONLINE

A FEW STATISTICS – DECEMBER 2011 90 Tourism & Handicap sites awarded the label or in the process of being labelled in the Alpes-Maritimes Department: • 42 accommodation sites. • 17 Tourist Offices. • 3 theatres & exhibition venues – congress centres. • 19 visitor locations (museums, historic monuments, leisure parks, botanical gardens, floral park). • 2 restaurants. • 7 leisure centres / beach sites.

FOR LEISURE TOURISM > www.frenchriviera-tourism.com (Côte d’Azur portal) http://pro.frenchriviera-tourism.com (professional site for tour operators, travel agents, journalists...)

QUALITÉ TOURISME

FOR BUSINESS TOURISM > www.frenchriviera-cb.com

A TRADEMARK OF CONFIDENCE

OBSERVATOIRE DU TOURISME

An umbrella brand created by the Ministry of Tourism, means the recognition of quality on a national level. Professionals bearing this brand undertake an extremely rigorous quality approach within their establishments and are subject to regular checking of their services to satisfy all your requirements. With 160 Qualité Tourisme™- branded establishments nearly 39% of the tourist offering in the PACA (Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur) Region - the Alpes-Maritimes département is a recognised destination, which highlights its commitment to Qualité Tourisme™: improving and fostering the quality of crosscutting tourist offering to enhance the Destination's appeal through an appropriate enterprising marketing policy. Some figures on “Qualité Tourisme” in the Alpes-Maritimes département in January 2012: • 45 hotels with restaurants • 25 hotels • 21 camping sites • 16 beaches with restaurants • 11 tourist bureaux • 14 restaurants • 10 tours of studios / enterprises • 7 gîtes (gîtes d'étape or gîtes de séjour) • 4 cafés, bars, brasseries • 2 residences • 2 chambres d'hôte (bed & breakfast) • 1 gîte • 1 convention centre • 1 holiday village

(statistics) > www.cotedazur-touriscope.com

ONLINE PHOTO LIBRARY > www.cotedazur-phototheque.com

FOR THE MOUNTAINS IN WINTER & SUMMER > www.frenchriviera-mountain.com

FOR EVENTS > www.cotedazur-en-fetes.com on the social networks, too

FACEBOOK > www.facebook.com/frenchrivieratourism www.facebook.com/cotedazurmontagne

TWITTER > http://twitter.com/_frenchriviera http://twitter.com/proCotedazur (professional network)

TOURISME & HANDICAP In the context of the policy implemented for several years by the Ministry of Tourism, access to holidays for disabled persons has become a national priority. The Comité Régional du Tourisme Riviera Côte d’Azur, in charge of applying the “Tourisme & Handicap” Label in the AlpesMaritimes département, aims to develop many initiatives on accessibility. The Tourisme & Handicap Label, which concerns the four main disabilities (visual, hearing, motor and mental), is part of a voluntary approach. It is renewable every five years and can be granted for two, three or four disabilities.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION / EVENTS DIARY TRANSPORT / LANGUAGE SCHOOLS

USEFUL INFORMATION

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Practical information WEATHER / CONSULATES / DRIVING ON THE FRENCH RIVIERA / TELEPHONING IN FRANCE ADMINISTRATIVE FORMALITIES IN FRANCE / 2012 FRENCH PUBLIC HOLIDAYS & FRENCH SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

WEATHER: AN EXCEPTIONAL CLIMATE The French Riviera enjoys a Mediterranean climate exceptional sunshine for nearly 300 days a year and mild temperature for most of the year. Rain, infrequent but heavy, falls predominantly in MarchApril and October-November. Frost is rare in winter. The special topography of the French Riviera favours contrasts. For example in winter it is possible to both sunbathe on a sheltered beach and snowboard down the snowy slopes of one of its ski stations. Alpes-Maritimes weather forecasts Tel. 00 33 (0)8 92 68 02 06

> FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Météo France: www.meteo.fr

AVERAGE AIR TEMPERATURES January 9.1 °C

July 23.1 °C

February 9.7 °C

August 23.6 °C

March 11.2 °C

September 20.7 °C

April 13.2 °C

October 17 °C

May 16.8 °C

November 12.5 °C

June 20.2 °C

December 10 °C

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Practical information

CONSULATES CONSULAT GÉNÉRAL HONORAIRE D’AFRIQUE DU SUD SOUTH AFRICAN CONSULATE (MONACO) Immeuble ‘’Astoria’‘ - 28, boulevard Princesse Charlotte Le Forum - BP 159 – 98000 MONACO Cedex Tel. 00 377 93 25 24 26 - Fax 00 377 97 97 61 62 > consul-afrisud@ccrg.mc

CONSULAT HONORAIRE DU CANADA CANADIAN CONSULATE (MONACO) Palais Scala - 1, avenue Henry Dunant - 98000 MONACO Tel.00 377 97 70 62 42 - Fax 00 377 97 70 62 52 > consul.canada@montecarlo.mc

CONSULAT GÉNÉRAL DU DANEMARK DANISH CONSULATE (MONACO) 51, boulevard du Larvotto – 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 50 02 03 - Fax 00 377 93 30 00 57 > danconsul@monaco.com

CONSULAT HONORAIRE D’ALLEMAGNE GERMAN CONSULATE (FRANCE)

CONSULAT HONORAIRE DU DANEMARK DANISH CONSULATE (FRANCE)

Le Minotaure - 34, avenue Henri Matisse - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 83 55 25 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 83 05 50 > nicewgz@hk-diplo.de

Nice Etoile 412 - 30, avenue Jean Médecin - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 85 35 49 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 17 42 44 > danemark@guiran.fr

CONSULAT GÉNÉRAL HONORAIRE D’AUTRICHE AUSTRIAN CONSULATE (FRANCE)

CONSULAT D’ESPAGNE SPANISH CONSULATE (MONACO)

“Monte Carlo Palace” - 7, boulevard des Moulins 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 30 23 00 - Fax 00 377 92 16 04 54 > consulat.autriche@monaco.mc

20, boulevard des Moulins - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 30 24 98 > michel.boerri@wanadoo.fr

CONSULAT HONORAIRE D’AUTRICHE AUSTRIAN CONSULATE (FRANCE) 6, avenue de Verdun - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 87 01 31 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 87 59 92 > consulat.autriche@wanadoo.fr

CONSULAT GÉNÉRAL DE BELGIQUE BELGIAN CONSULATE (MONACO) Les Jakcarandas - 5, Allée Guillaume Appollinaire 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 50 59 89 - Fax 00 377 92 16 08 58 > consulbel-mc@hotmail.fr

CONSULAT DU BRÉSIL BRAZILIAN CONSULATE (MONACO) Le Navigator SAM- 14, quai Antoine 1er 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 98 70 99 > consulbresilmonaco@monaco.mc

CONSULAT DU CANADA CANADIAN CONSULATE (FRANCE) 10, rue Lamartine - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 92 93 22 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 92 55 51 > consulat.canada-nice@amb-canada.fr

CONSULAT HONORAIRE D’ESPAGNE SPANISH CONSULATE (FRANCE) 4, boulevard Jean Jaurès - 06300 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 92 54 84 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 13 46 15 > michel.tolosana@wanadoo.fr

AGENCE CONSULAIRE HONORAIRE DES ÉTATS-UNIS D’AMÉRIQUE AMERICAN CONSULATE (FRANCE) 7, avenue Gustave V - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 88 89 55 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 82 30 98 > usca.nice@orange.fr

CONSULAT HONORAIRE DE FINLANDE FINNISH CONSULATE (FRANCE) Société KONE ARENAS - Bâtiment Aéropôle 455, Promenade des Anglais - 06206 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 18 48 88 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 18 48 88 > gerald.roux@kone.com

CONSULAT DE GRANDE-BRETAGNE BRITISH CONSULATE (MONACO) 11, avenue Saint Michel - Immeuble Buckingham 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 50 99 54 - Fax 00 377 97 70 72 00 > insure@monaco.fr

CONSULAT DE HONGRIE HUNGARIAN CONSULATE (MONACO) “Le Mirabeau” - 2, avenue des Citronniers 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 50 20 18 - Fax 00 377 93 50 38 79 > consulathongrie@libello.com

CONSULAT HONORAIRE GÉNÉRAL D’IRLANDE IRISH CONSULATE (FRANCE) 69, avenue du Roi Albert - La Californie 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)6 77 69 14 36

AMBASSADE D’ITALIE ITALIAN EMBASSY (MONACO) “L’Annonciade” 17, avenue de l’Annonciade 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 50 22 71 - Fax 00 377 93 50 06 89 > ambasciata.montecarlo@esteri.it

CONSULAT GÉNÉRAL D’ITALIE ITALIAN CONSULATE (FRANCE) 72, boulevard Gambetta - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 14 40 90 - Fax. 00 33 (0)4 93 88 11 08 > consulit.nizza@esteri.it

CONSULAT HONORAIRE DE NORVÈGE NORWEGIAN CONSULATE (FRANCE)

CONSULAT DE LA RÉPUBLIQUE TCHÈQUE CZECH REPUBLIC CONSULATE (MONACO) Square Winston Churchill 15, avenue de Grande-Bretagne 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 50 46 60 - Fax 00 377 93 50 44 25 > consulat@brych.experts-comptables.mc

CONSULAT DE ROUMANIE RUMANIAN CONSULATE (MONACO) 13, boulevard Princesse Charlotte 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 30 64 54 - Fax 00 377 93 30 73 80

CONSULAT HONORAIRE DE LA FÉDÉRATION DE RUSSIE RUSSIAN FEDERATION CONSULATE (MONACO) 2, avenue Saint-Charles 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 70 80 65 – Fax 00 377 92 16 05 84 > consulat-russie@monaco.mc

CONSULAT HONORAIRE DE SUÈDE SWEDISH CONSULATE (FRANCE) Cours Saleya - 3, Place Charles Félix 06300 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 16 90 15 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 26 30 36 00 > info@consulat-suede.fr

45, rue Saint-Philippe - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 15 57 57 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 15 57 58 > inger.serradj@wanadoo.fr

CONSULAT DES PAYS-BAS DUTCH CONSULATE (FRANCE) 14, rue Rossini - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 87 52 94 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 55 25 63 > consulatpaysbasnice@aliceadsl.fr

CONSULAT GÉNÉRAL DES PAYS-BAS DUTCH CONSULATE (MONACO) 3, avenue de la Costa – 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 70 36 44 - Fax 00 377 93 50 32 26 > consulatgeneralpaysbas@monaco.mc

CONSULAT DE LA RÉPUBLIQUE SLOVAQUE SLOVAKIAN CONSULATE (MONACO) 38, boulevard des Moulins 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 25 50 06 - Fax 00 377 93 25 50 03 PRACTICAL INFORMATION 16 17

Practical information

DRIVING ON THE FRENCH RIVIERA Seat belts must be worn by all car occupants, in the front and back. Child car seats are obligatory up to the age of 10. Speed limits (applicable throughout the entire area): • 50 km per hour in town. • 110 or 130 km per hour on the motorway. • 70 or 90 km per hour on other roads. • Alcohol limit: 0.50 g.

MAIN DISTANCES IN KILOMETRES AND TRAVELLING TIME FROM AÉROPORT NICE CÔTE D’AZUR By car to: • Antibes 25 kms (40 mins) • Cannes 35 kms (50 mins) • Èze 14 kms (35 mins) • Grasse 42 kms (1 hr) • Mandelieu-La Napoule 40 kms (55 mins) • Menton 27 kms (45 mins), • Monaco 24 kms (45 mins) • Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat 9 kms (20 mins) • Saint-Paul de Vence 15 kms (25 mins)

TOURIST COACH PARKS Coach parking is regulated in Alpes Maritimes communes. Coach parking permits are issued by the local authorities. Waiting times in city centres is limited to between 30 mins and 2 hrs maximum. On arrival in the Principality of Monaco, coaches are issued with a regulation number and access code by the traﬃc regulation centre allowing free car park entry and exit. Fixed rate coach and minibus parking prices are available at diﬀerent times.

Communes providing pay & display parking: Cannes, Eze, Monaco, Nice, Saint-Paul de Vence, Villefranchesur-Mer.

PHONING IN FRANCE To call France from abroad, dial: +33 followed by the 9-digit number (the preﬁx + before the country code varies: 00 in most countries, 011 from the US and Canada, etc).Cards for public telephones can be purchased in post oﬃces and tobacco shops. Emergency numbers • SAMU (for all medical emergencies): dial 15. • POLICE: dial 17. • FIRE BRIGADE: dial 18. • SINGLE EMERGENCY NUMBER FROM MOBILES: dial 112.

ADMINISTRATIVE FORMALITIES IN FRANCE ID card & passport. An identity document is requested for all entries into France. In the event of loss, please go to your consulate.

2012 FRENCH PUBLIC HOLIDAYS January 1: New Year’s Day April 9: Easter Monday May 1: Labour Day May 8: Victory in Europe Day May 17: Ascension May 28: Whit Monday July 14: National Day August 15: Assumption November 1: All saints’ Day November 11: Armistice Day December 25: Christmas Day

FRENCH SCHOOL HOLIDAYS French Rivera = zone B Break up for holidays takes place after class. Back to school starts on the morning of the indicated dates. When holidays start on a Saturday, break up takes place on the Friday after lessons for pupils who do not have classes on the date in question. Holidays Winter

Saturday February 25 2012

Monday March 12 2012

Spring

Saturday April 21 2012

Monday May 7 2012

Summer holiday

Wednesday July 5 2012

Teachers back to school

Monday September 3 2012

Pupils back to school

Tuesday September 4 2012

All Saints Christmas

Saturday October 27 2012

Wednesday November 8 2012

Saturday December 22 2012

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Programme of events 2012 MAIN LEISURE TOURISM EVENTS / 2012 MAIN BUSINESS TOURISM EVENTS

The French Riviera hosts 4,000 performances or events of varied diversity and renown. Festivals and carnivals, exhibitions, concerts, large festivals, international trade shows, sporting events, traditional events... The following diary lists a wide range of events considered to be “major” in terms of size and international renown.

FEBRUARY 2012 Until 16 March: HORSERACING - WINTER MEETING Cagnes-sur-Mer > www.hippodrome-cotedazur.com

17 – 26: MIMOSA FESTIVAL - Mandelieu-La Napoule

2012 MAIN LEISURE TOURISM EVENTS

Mandelieu celebrates its emblematic flower in a wide variety of decorative forms at fashion shows, bands and processions of floral floats at the end of the afternoon and in the evening with illuminated flower parades. Mandelieu is a key stage on the Route du Mimosa (Mimosa trail) which runs for 130 km and provides an opportunity to discover the charms of the French Riviera in winter. 2012 theme: “Animal’s Mimosa Festival”. > www.ot-mandelieu.fr

17 February – 4 March: NICE CARNIVAL

JANUARY 2012 Until 16 March: HORSERACING - WINTER MEETING Cagnes-sur-Mer The winter meeting is an international meeting which takes place from mid December to mid March at the race course at Cagnes-sur-Mer. The three disciplines are represented: jumping, ﬂat and trot. > www.hippodrome-cotedazur.com

Nice Two weeks of lively festivities in the city: carnival processions with giant heads, elegant ﬂower battles, prestigious soirées, spectacles & ﬁreworks. 2012 theme: “The king of Sport”. > www.nicecarnaval.com

6 – 7: ANDROS TROPHY - Isola 2000 Stage of the ice track car race featuring renowned drivers. > www.tropheeandros.com

17 – 22: MONTE-CARLO RALLY - Monaco Sporting event organised by the Automobile Club de Monaco. Start and ﬁnish in the Principality of Monaco. > www.acm.mc 19 – 29: INTERNATIONAL CIRCUS FESTIVAL Monaco The greatest circus festival in the world. Created by H.S.H Prince Rainier III, the festival showcases prestigious acts by the world’s great circuses. Highlight is the awarding of the “Clown d’Or” prize considered to be the supreme distinction by all artistes in this discipline. > www.montecarlofestivals.com

17 February – 7 March: LEMON FESTIVAL Menton Lemon and orange floats in bright sunshine or at nightfall: carnival parades every Sunday afternoon and night carnival parades every Thursday evening. Visit its sunlit gardens – the stuff of dreams, exhibitions of giant citrus fruit flower displays in the Biovès gardens, Orchid Festival, Crafts show, etc. Fruity delights a wait! 2012 theme: “Menton welcomes the regions of France”. > www.feteducitron.com PROGRAMME OF EVENTS 20 21

Programme of events

17 – 19: INTERNATIONAL GAMES FESTIVAL - Cannes

31 March – 1 April: LES PISTES ELECTRONIQUES

Showcase for quizzes, puzzles and parlour games with participants from thirty countries. An event, open to all, organised at the Palais des Festivals. It plays host to internationally renowned champions, top experienced players and amateurs alike. A new feature is the game demonstration lounge. Festival programme includes introductory sessions, competitions, tournaments, challenges… > www.festivaldesjeux-cannes.com

Isola 2000 Les Pistes Electroniques gather together in one and the same place the essence of snowsports and the emerging electronic music scene: three “white” days of snow sports; two “blue” nights of music. > www.pistes-electroniques.com

25 – 26: FÊTE DE LA VIOLETTE (VIOLET FESTIVAL) - Tourrettes-sur-Loup Traditional violet festival featuring a procession of ﬂoral ﬂoats. > www.tourrettessurloup.com

27: NAVAL FLOWER BATTLE - Villefranche-sur-Mer Held in the Port de la Santé at Villefranche-sur-Mer featuring a parade of Mediterranean “pointus” boats decorated with arrangements in a variety of patterns made from local flowers carnations, mimosas…). > www.villefranche-sur-mer.com

WOMEN’S PRO-AM INTERNATIONAL OF MOUGINS Mougins Mougins a highly prestigious event, this sporting, gastronomic and top ranking Pro-Am will be organised over one on the best course on the French Riviera: the Royal Mougins Golf Club. > www.royalmougins.fr

APRIL 2012 Until 1: MÉDITERRANÉA INTERNATIONAL UNDERWATER AND AVENTURE FILM Antibes Juan-les-Pins > www.antibesjuanlespins.com

MARCH 2012

Until 1: LES PISTES ELECTRONIQUES

Until 4: NICE CARNIVAL - Nice

Isola 2000 > www.pistes-electroniques.com

> www.nicecarnaval.com

Until 7: LEMON FESTIVAL - Menton

Until 8: SPRING ARTS FESTIVAL

> www.feteducitron.com

Monaco > www.printempsdesarts.com

Until 16: HORSERACING - WINTER MEETING

5 – 9: SECOND HAND MOTORBOAT SHOW

Cagnes-sur-Mer > www.hippodrome-cotedazur.com

Mandelieu-La Napoule Leading European second hand show to mark the Spring season. Meeting involves 80 boat industry exhibitors representing 200 brands. > www.salondubateau.fr

3: NAPOLÉON AT GOLFE JUAN - Vallauris Golfe-Juan Historic reconstruction of Napoleon’s landing at Golfe-Juan. A living spectacle with battle reconstructions, dances, talks and exhibitors. > http://napoleon.golfe.juan.free.fr 16 March - 8 April: SPRING ARTS FESTIVAL - Monaco Cultural events programme featuring music, theatre, film, fine arts and dance. > www.printempsdesarts.com

6 – 9: CANNES SHOPPING FESTIVAL Cannes The city of Cannes comes alive to the rhythm of fashion shows, showcasing top French and overseas brands. A bumper programme of events on a fashion theme. > www.cannesshoppingfestival.com

7 – 23: ANTIQUES TRADE SHOW 29 March – 1 April: MÉDITERRANÉA INTERNATIONAL UNDERWATER AND AVENTURE FILM Antibes Juan-les-Pins Cousteau Society - ﬁlms, reports, documentaries, slide shows, painting/photography exhibitions and a wide variety of stands (book shop, travel, diving equipment, etc.). > www.antibesjuanlespins.com

Antibes Juan-les-Pins The eagerly-awaited fair attracts exhibitors from throughout Europe who set up their stands with love and care, making it a popular destination for collectors, amateurs and browsers while launching the season on the Côte d’Azur. > www.salon-antiquaires-antibes.com

12 – 15: ANTIBES YACHT SHOW - Antibes

17 – 20: ROSE EXPO

Up market boat show in the heart of Europe’s no. 1 yachting port, featuring nearly 120 new or second hand boats as well as a full range of yachting-related services and products. > www.antibesyachtshow.com

Grasse International exhibition where over 50,000 roses are exhibited in bouquets of 60 to 300 ﬂowers. > www.grasse.fr

14 – 15: LA CITADELLE EN FLEURS (CITADELLE FLOWER SHOW)

24 – 27: FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX

Villefranche-sur-Mer Flower show at the Citadelle featuring exhibition / sale. > www.villefranche-sur-mer.com

14 – 22: MONTE-CARLO ROLEX MASTERS - Monaco The first important meeting of the season on clay. These international championships figure among the new greatest international tournaments. The world’s greatest players face each other on the courts of the prestigious MonteCarlo Country Club. > www.monte-carlomasters.com

EXPOFLEURS - FLORAL SYMPHONY Cagnes-sur-Mer A genuine trade show of flower fashions, an international exhibition of cut flowers at the centre of the old town, Expofleur presents the most beautiful varieties of flowers, the result of the immense and talented work of horticulturists from our region, France and Europe (Biennial event). > www.cagnes-tourisme.com

Monaco One of the oldest and most prestigious motorcar races on a circuit through the city designed in 1929. > www.grand-prix-monaco.com

26 – 27: “TRANSVÉSUBIENNE” (TRANSVESUBIAN RACE) La Colmiane One of the most diﬃcult mountain bike races of the world. > www.transvesubienne.com

30 May – 3 June : VOILES D’ANTIBES Antibes Regattas featuring the world’s most beautiful boats and the media-friendly great names in sailing. > www.voilesdantibes.com

JUNE 2012 Until 3: VOILES D’ANTIBES

MAY 2012 1 – 27: MAY FESTIVAL 1st May and every Sunday in the month Nice Popular event with folk spectacles and song, local Nice specialities, attractions and events. > www.nice.fr

11 – 24: INTERNATIONAL BRIDGE FESTIVAL Antibes An event which each year hosts the elite players of a discipline and which is considered the leading European event and one of the most important worldwide, with over a thousand bridge players doing battle. > www.festivalsdusoleil.com

16 –27: CANNES FESTIVAL - Cannes The most important cinematographic event in the world. > www.festival-cannes.com

Antibes > www.voilesdantibes.com

From June to September: SUMMER EVENINGS OF THE DEPARTMENTAL COUNCIL All the Department. Discover events in the areas of the dance, classical music, singing, jazz and theatre among others… > www.cg06.fr

ALL MONTH: THE MONTH OF GARDENS Menton For the whole month, open days in Menton’s exceptional gardens or in amateur gardens full of plants. > www.jardins-menton.fr

28 – 30: MONTE-CARLO JUMPING INTERNATIONAL Monaco International circuit accredited by the International Equestrian Federation. > www.jumping-monaco.comJ

VILLENEUVE-LOUBET CELEBRATES THE RENAISSANCE Villeneuve-Loubet Historical reconstruction about François 1st coming in 1538 royal processions, big stage show, renaissance market, encampments... (Biennial event, 2013) > www.villeneuve-renaissance.com

INTERNATIONAL JUMPING CANNES Cannes International show jumping competition which welcomes the world’s best riders to the Stade des Hespérides. > www.jumpingcannes.com

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RAID DU MERCANTOUR

July – August: SUMMER HORSERACING MEETING

Breil-sur-Roya Two-day sporting race between sea and mountains. (Mountain bike, via ferrata, canyoning…). > www.raiddumercantour.com

Cagnes-sur-Mer The summer meeting is an international meeting which takes place during the months of July and August: 26 meetings are scheduled. The three disciplines represented are: fences, flat and trotting. > www.hippodrome-cotedazur.com

CHAMPIONSHIP OF ARABIAN HORSES OF THE MEDITERANEAN AND THE ARABIAN COUNTRIES Menton Competition for the horse breeding crème de la crème. Horses are marked on elegance, carriage of the head and neck, leg and body ﬁnesse and strength, graceful line. > www.mentonarabianhorseshow.com

LES PLAGES ELECTRONIQUES Cannes This electronic music festival transforms the beach in front of Cannes’ Festival Hall into a gigantic, temporary dance ﬂoor during 5 thematic evening parties. > www.plages-electroniques.com

VALLAURIS CELEBRATES PICASSO

JULY 2012 Until September: SUMMER EVENINGS OF THE DEPARTMENTAL COUNCIL All the Department. > www.cg06.fr

7 July – 11 August: “LES NUITS DU SUD” FESTIVAL Vence Latin American music concerts... > www.nuitsdusud.com

Vallauris This celebration is in honour of Picasso who worked ceramics in the Madoura studios at Vallauris from 1946 to 1973. > www.vallauris-golfe-juan.com

“UN SOIR CHEZ RENOIR” (AN EVENING AT RENOIR’S HOUSE) Cagnes-sur-Mer Evening concerts in the gardens of the “Ferme des Collettes”. > www.cagnes-tourisme.com

MUSICAL MOMENTS OF THE CITADELLE

8 – 12: NICE JAZZ FESTIVAL - Nice

Villefranche-sur-Mer Classical Music concerts in an exceptional setting. > www.villefranche-sur-mer.com

Jazz programme plus international variety acts. > www.nicejazzfestival.fr

HERCULIS INTERNATIONAL ATHLETICS MEETING

12 – 22: JAZZ FESTIVAL “JAZZ À JUAN” - Antibes The benchmark in terms of events dedicated to Jazz. > www.antibesjuanlespins.com

Monaco The greatest international athletes attend this international meeting. > www.diamondleague-monaco.com

LES NUITS MUSICALES DU SUQUET Cannes Chamber music festival at the centre of the old town, under the stars, art from the most beautiful pages of classical music. Artistic direction by Gabriel Tacchino. > www.nuitsdusuquet-cannes.com

July – August: INTERNATIONAL FESTIVALS FOR PYROTECHNIC ART Cannes / Monaco Major ﬁreworks competition during which the participants can present full shows. > www.festival-pyrotechnique-cannes.com www.monaco-feuxdartiﬁce.mc

July – August: LES CONCERTS DU CLOITRE Nice Exceptional opera concerts in the cloister and gardens of the Cimiez Monastery. > www.hexagone.net/nice

July – August: “LES NUITS DU CHATEAU” FESTIVAL

FETE DU JASMIN (JASMINE FESTIVAL)

Mandelieu-La Napoule Festival held in the prestigious setting of the Cour d’honneur at La Napoule Château featuring an eclectic programme of music, poetry, theatre and dance. > www.ot-mandelieu.fr

Grasse Traditional festival marking the start of the jasmine harvest. > www.ville-grasse.fr/jasminade

July – August: MUSIC FESTIVAL Menton Highlight of the country’s summer cultural season, the Menton Musical Festival hosts renowned orchestras and the great names in music under the stars. > www.musique-menton.fr

MUSIQUES AU CŒUR D’ANTIBES Antibes Concerts programmed by Eve Ruggieri in the gardens of the Villa Eilen Roc. > www.antibesjuanlespins.com

BOULES CARRÉES WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS Cagnes-sur-Mer Original championship held in the Montée de la Bourgade, a lane running up to the Château du Haut-de-Cagnes. > www.cagnes-tourisme.com

RUSSIAN ART FESTIVAL Cannes Event showcasing all aspects of a culture rich in history and traditions designed to maintain the secular bonds of friendship uniting the City of Cannes and Russia. > www.palaisdesfestivals.com

INTERNATIONAL FESTIVALS FOR PYROTECHNIC ART

AUGUST 2012 Until 11: “LES NUITS DU SUD” FESTIVAL - Vence > www.nuitsdusud.com

Until September: SUMMER EVENINGS OF THE DEPARTMENTAL COUNCIL All the Department. > www.cg06.fr

Antibes- Juan-les-Pins / Cannes / Monaco Major ﬁreworks competition during which the participants can present full shows. > www.antibesjuanslespins.com www.festival-pyrotechnique-cannes.com www.monaco-feuxdartiﬁce.mc

SEPTEMBER 2012

Until August: SUMMER HORSERACING MEETING

Until September: SUMMER NIGHTS ORGANISED BY THE REGIONAL COUNCIL

Cagnes-sur-Mer > www.cagnes-tourisme.com

All the Department. > www.cg06.fr

Until August: “LES NUITS DU CHATEAU” FESTIVAL

3 – 25: SACRED ART FESTIVAL

Mandelieu-La Napoule > www.ot-mandelieu.fr

Until August: LES CONCERTS DU CLOITRE Nice > www.hexagone.net/nice

Until August: MUSIC FESTIVAL Menton > www.musique-menton.fr

Until August: LES PLAGES ELECTRONIQUES Cannes > www.plages-electroniques.com

8 – 11: PANTIERO FESTIVAL Cannes Festival Pantiero is an audacious event showcasing new musical trends. Main festival theme is electro plus a wealth of rich variations: Afro-beat, Afrohouse, Electro-dub, House, Electro-pop, Hip-hop, Reggae, Electro-jazz… > www.festivalpantiero.com

JAZZ A DOMERGUE Cannes Unforgettable jazz evenings in one of the most beautiful gardens on the French Riviera, the garden of the Villa Domergue. > www.palaisdesfestivals.com

Antibes Juan-les-Pins In Antibes cathedral at the heart of the old town, an opportunity for music lovers to discover a repertoire which is as brilliant as it is sometimes unrecognized. > www.antibesjuanlespins.com

12 – 17: INTERNATIONAL YACHT FESTIVAL Cannes Trade show which plays host to those involved in sailing from all over the world. > www.salonnautiquecannes.com

19 – 22: MONACO YACHT SHOW Monaco The unmissable meeting for luxury yachting. This is the only nautical trade show dedicated exclusively to luxury sailing. It brings together the professionals from international luxury sailing: ship builders, brokers, designers, fitters, service companies andmore. > www.monacoyachtshow.com

24 – 29: ROYAL REGATTAS Cannes This event hosts over 150 of some of the world’s most beautiful yachts. For a whole week, these splendid, often hundred-year old yachts confront each other in ﬁerce battles yet marked always by fair play. > www.regatesroyales.com PROGRAMME OF EVENTS 24 25

Programme of events

JOURNÉES MÉDITÉRRANÉENES DU JARDIN (MEDITERRANEAN GARDEN DAYS) Menton Discover a wealth of enchanting gardens in Menton “Garden city”. Heritage featuring the splendours of the Belle Époque on the French Riviera. > www.jardins-menton.fr

SEPTEMBER CONCERTS Cannes A multitude of styles in these September concerts help you move from one season to the next surrounded by music. > www.palaisdesfestivals.com

LES ÉTOILES DE MOUGINS (MOUGINS INTERNATIONAL GASTRONOMY FESTIVAL) Mougins The village is transformed into an introductory journey dedicated to gastronomy (sensory, culinary and wine workshops, cookery demonstrations, etc.). > www.lesetoilesdemougins.com

CANNES MOUGINS MASTERS Cannes With this major tournament, the Golf Country Club de Cannes-Mougins offers the splendours of the Cannes Open... > www.cannes-mougins-masters.com

NOVEMBER 2012 SALON DU PALAIS GOURMAND (GOURMET FESTIVAL) Cagnes-sur-Mer Wine and food lovers are invited to a genuine gourmet Tour of France to discover, taste, compare and buy different regional specialities. > www.salonpalaisgourmand.com

MONTE-CARLO JAZZ FESTIVAL Monaco The great names in Jazz are expected in the most beautiful locations in the Principality for a passionate festival. > www.visitmonaco.com

SALON SAVEURS &TERROIRS EN MÉDITERRANÉE (FESTIVAL OF MEDITERRANEAN FLAVOURS AND LANDS) Mandelieu Festive products, food, culinary and wine based events are on the program for this trade show which takes place over 3 days at the Centre Expo Congrès. > www.ot-mandelieu.fr

MONTE-CARLO GASTRONOMIE SHOW - Monaco This Trade Show invites to enjoy multiple gourmet temptations. The opportunity to discover regional or exotic products, great vintages or local wines from growers to make your celebration meals. > www.mc-gastronomie.com

DECEMBER 2012 From December 2012 to January 2013: LA VALLÉE DES SANTONS (VALLEY OF THE NATIVITY SCENE FIGURINES) in Roya Bévéra Giant open air nativity scene. Trail takes visitors past over 300 nativity scenes of all origins displayed in various parts of the villages of Breil, Fontan, Saorge, La Brigue and Tende in a decor of Christmas trees and holly. > www.royabevera.com

From December 2012 to January 2013: LE CIRCUIT DES CRÈCHES DE LUCERAM - Lucéram For 10 years, over 400 Christmas nativities have been exhibited in the streets and basements of the medieval city as well as in churches, chapels, museums and picturesque places in the surrounding areas. A circuit marked with arrows enables you to discover unusual, original and authentic nativity scenes. > www.luceram.com

From December 2012 to March 2013: HORSERACING WINTER MEETING - Cagnes-sur-Mer The winter meeting is an international meeting which takes place from mid December to mid March at the race course at Cagnes-sur-Mer. The three disciplines are represented: jumping, flat and trot. > www.hippodrome-cotedazur.com

CHRISTMAS IN MENTON - Menton A host of street events from December to January, performances, illuminations and giant motives, Christmas markets, nativity scene trail, etc. > www.menton.fr

INTERNATIONAL CHRISTMAS WEEK / SAILING Antibes Situated between Christmas and New Year’s Day, every year International Christmas week brings together over forty yachts and multihulls in the bay of Antibes Juan-les-Pins. > www.antibesjuanlespins.com Non contractual programme which may be subject to change.

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MAY 2012 16 – 27: CANNES FESTIVAL Cannes The most important cinematographic event in the world. > www.festival-cannes.com

JUNE 2012 17 – 23: INTERNATIONAL ADVERTISING FILM FESTIVAL Cannes One of the world’s most important festivals dedicated to advertising which brings together the genre’s best specialists. > www.canneslions.com

OCTOBER 2012 See Press Kit on “Côte d'Azur, all the music I love!”

2012 MAIN BUSINESS TOURISM EVENTS JANUARY 2012 28 – 31: MIDEM Cannes Leading international trade show for music professionals. > www.midem.com

8 – 11: MIPCOM Cannes International market for audiovisual content: ﬁlms, television programmes, video, cable and satellite. > www.mipcom.com

21– 26: TFWA - TAX FREE WORLD EXHIBITION Cannes World trade fair for tax free products. > www.tfwa.com

NOVEMBER 2012 14 – 16: MAPIC Cannes International market for commercial property professionals. > www.mapic.com

DECEMBER 2012 4 – 6: ILTM (INTERNATIONAL LUXURY TRAVEL MARKET) Cannes International fair for luxury tourism. > www.iltm.net Non contractual programme which may be subject to change.

FEBRUARY 2012 7 – 9: IMAGINA Monaco The most important European event dedicated to digital image technology is now considered an unmissable event for all those involved in digital creation and content. > www.imagina.mc

> COMPLETE PROGRAMME OF PROFESSIONAL

EVENTS AVAILABLE ON LINE AT: www.frenchriviera-cb.com

MARCH 2012 6 – 9: MIPIM Cannes Leading world forum for property professionals and an international market place. > www.mipim.com

APRIL 2012 1 – 4: MIP TV Cannes World market for audiovisual and digital content. > www.miptv.com

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Transport

REACHING THE FRENCH RIVIERA TRAVELLING AROUND THE FRENCH RIVIERA

REACHING THE FRENCH RIVIERA

TRAVELLING AROUND THE FRENCH RIVIERA

BY PLANE

BY COACH > FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.nice.aeroport.fr

With 11 million passengers, Nice Côte d’Azur is the top International airport in France after Paris. It is an indispensable tool for the French Riviera’s tourist and destination management industry. In the summer season, Nice Côte d’Azur is connected to over 105 direct destinations in 35 countries by 59 airlines providing scheduled services. It proposes a diversified transport offer featuring national, classic scheduled and budget airlines. Ideally located in the heart of the Alpes-Maritimes area, it acts as the gateway to Nice, practically equidistant from Cannes and Monaco. It also facilitates easy access to the winter sports stations of the Southern Alps. NUMBER OF DAILY CONNECTIONS BETWEEN NICE AND THE LARGE EUROPEAN METROPOLITAN AREAS: > Paris: 33 > London: 17 > Brussels: 6 > Barcelone & Madrid: 3 > Geneva: 7 > Amsterdam: 6 > Munich: 5 > Moscow: 2 > Vienne : 4 > Francfurt: 4 > Zurich: 4 For international long haul flights: Dubai and New York with 7 flights a week.

BY BOAT The French Riviera has 33 yachting ports from Menton to Théoule-sur-Mer. These include 4 main sailing ports: Monaco, Villefranchesur-Mer, Nice and Cannes (as well as Menton, Antibes and Golfe-Juan).

BY CAR The French Riviera is connected to the whole of Europe by a network of motorways. Direct Paris/Nice motorway: 8 hours.

BY TRAIN SNCF fast and express trains connect the French Riviera to all regions of France and all large cities in Europe. TGV high speed train stations at Nice, Antibes and Cannes (TGV Méditerranée Paris/Nice: 5 hrs 25; TGV Avignon/Nice: 3 hrs 15; TGV Marseilles/Nice: 2 hrs 30).

A direct “Ligne d’Azur” shuttle connects Aéroport International Nice Côte d’Azur to Nice SNCF train station. Single trip price: €4. Lines 98 & 99 express shuttle. Express lines from the airport by motorway to the main cities of the French Riviera: • Cannes: single trip €15.60, return trip €25.20. • Monaco & Menton (express line 110): single trip €18, round trip €28.50. • Menton: single trip €18, round trip €26. Mini group package for 3 or 4 people travelling together. Single trip per person: Cannes €41, Monaco €49, Menton €49. “Ligne d’Azur” Tourist bus pass Pass allows people to travel freely around the “Ligne d’Azur” network in the city in Nice, between Nice city centre and the airport to the following cities: Cap-d’Ail, Beaulieu-sur-Mer, Villefranche-sur-Mer, Èze, SaintLaurent-du-Var, Cagnes-sur-Mer and Vence. Single price: €1 • 1-day pass: €4. • 7-day pass: €15. Èze seaside (SNCF train station) / Village of Èze shuttle. A coach shuttle is available from Èze SNCF train station taking people to Èze village all year round. Price: €1 single. Tickets sold directly on board buses or from two “Ligne d’Azur” agencies in Nice situated at 3, place Masséna and 29, avenue Malaussena plus tabacs (tobacconists)/newspaper agents displaying the “Ligne d’Azur” logo. 7-day, 1-day, solo and multi-trip travel passes are also available from ticket machines on all tramway station platforms.

AN INFORMATION WEBSITE IN 4 LANGUAGES FEATURING TOURIST TRIP SUGGESTIONS BY “LIGNE D’AZUR” BUS www.lignedazur.com

TICKET AZUR “Ticket Azur” allows you to travel at a ﬂat rate of €1 on all Alpes-Maritimes bus lines. “Ticket Azur” enables you to take two successive transport networks for trips including a connection between one of the Conseil Général TAM network lines AND one of the following network lines: Envibus (Antibes & region), Communauté de la Côte d’Azur Francaise (Menton & region), Sillages (Grasse & region), Bus Varmer (Carros & region), Ligne d’Azur (Nice & region), Bus Azur (Cannes & region). INFORMATION: www.symitam.fr

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Transport

BY TRAM The city of Nice is equipped with a new 8.7 km long generation tramway. The city enjoys a north/east link via place Masséna in the city centre. Only one ticket required to travel by tramway and by bus. Tickets on sale in “Ligne d’Azur” agencies in Nice, situated at 3, place Masséna and 29, avenue Malausséna and in tobacconists/newsagents displaying the “Ligne d’Azur” logo. • N.B.: no tickets are sold on board the tram but they are available from ticket machines located on the platforms (change required). Price: €1. > FOR COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION ON TIME TABLES & ROUTES www.tramway-nice.org

BY TRAIN > FOR COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION LOG ON TO www.ter-sncf.com/paca

All cities along the French Riviera have central stations. Please note the reopening of the train line to Grasse, the International Perfume Capital. "ISABELLE" RAIL CARD: SUMMER SEASON From July 1 to September 30, the SNCF “Carte Isabelle” entitles holders to make an unlimited number of trips for 1 day on all trains oﬀering seated places (except TGV), in 1st or 2nd class, from Théoule-sur-Mer to Vintimille and from Nice to Tende. It is valid for 1 person and cannot be reimbursed, or exchanged. Price: €12. On sale in SNCF train stations on the French Riviera.

PROVENCE RAILWAY Departing from the French Riviera on the Nice - Digne-lesBains line (151 km), Chemins de Fer de Provence provides a regular train connection service all year round. French Riviera stations: Nice and Puget-Théniers (1hr20). Typical adult ticket prices: Nice - Puget-Théniers: one way €9.40 - round trip €18.80. Nice - Digne-les-Bains: one way €20.30 - round trip €40.60.

BY CAR Parking is generally pay & display from Monday to Saturday, from 8am to 12pm and from 2pm to 7pm. Numerous car parks and parking meters are at your disposal, day and night, enabling you to visit the sites and monuments at your own pace. Average hourly price: €1. Hire cars available, in particular at Aéroport International Nice Côte d’Azur (terminal 2) and in the main SNCF train stations.

BY TAXI Depart from Aéroport Nice Côte d’Azur, the main SNCF train stations and the centre of the cities on the French Riviera. In city (or urban zone), taxi ranks are indicated by a blue sign. Trip payment in Euros only. Central tax reservation services are available in the main French Riviera cities. > Contact: Allô Taxis - Nice Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 13 78 78 Information available from the Tourist Oﬃces.

> FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.trainprovence.com

BY HELICOPTER AND/OR BY PLANE

VÉLOS BLEUS

Departure from the Nice Côte d’Azur Airport

Vélo bleu is an easy-to-use self-service bicycle hire system, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It is reserved for people over the age of 14.

AZUR HÉLICOPTÈRE Contact: Elisabeth GOUTAL, Sales Director goutal@azurhelico.com Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 90 40 70 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 90 40 80 info@azurhelico.com > www.azurhelico.com Private ﬂights available on request. Panoramic ﬂights, all destinations. Cannes-Mandelieu airport departure available.

Vélo bleu, 120 stations, 1200 bicycles and 1715 racks. Since July 2011, 55 new stations in Nice, Saint-Laurent-duVar and Cagnes-sur-Mer. > www.velobleu.org

HÉLI AIR MONACO Contact: Estelle PEREZ DE DIEGO, Sales Director estelle@heliairmonaco.com Tel. 00 377 92 050 030 - Fax 00 377 92 05 00 51 helico@heliairmonaco.com > www.heliairmonaco.com Regular ﬂights between Nice and Monaco. Available on request: Cannes, Isola 2000, Saint-Tropez and other destinations. Nice-Monaco single: €120 (incl. tax). Return: €210 (incl. tax).

NICE HÉLICOPTÈRES Contact: Annie Claire BENCHIMOL, P.D.G. commercial@nicehelicopteres.com Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 21 34 32 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 21 39 93 nicehelicopteres@wanadoo.fr > www.nicehelicopteres.com Flights to Cannes-hélistation – Port de Cannes or Aéroport Cannes-Mandelieu, flights on demand. Flights to Saint-Tropez, flights on request, consult us. Nice-Cannes prices: vary according to Congress season (“grouped” flights) or private flights on request (chartered flights), Nice-Saint-Tropez prices: please consult us. On request: Monaco, Cannes, Saint-Tropez, ski stations (Isola 2000, Auron), Corsica and all other destinations: Italy, Switzerland, Spain, etc. Panoramic flights & maiden flights.

BY BICYCLE EXCLUSIVELY IN NICE CYCLOPOLITAIN – ELECTRIC BICYCLE Cyclopolitain, Compagnie de Cyclo Electriques, oﬀers a chauﬀeured transport service designed for short trips in the City Centre or themed trips on reservation. Let us do the cycling. Cyclopolitain operates from Tuesday to Saturday all year round. From March to October: from 10.30am to 7pm. From October to the end of December: from 10.30am to 5.30pm. From February to the beginning of March: from 10.30am to 6pm. Cycle lanes, pedestrian roads (slow speed) and all roads. Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 81 76 15 (Nice) > www.cyclopolitain.com

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Language schools LANGUAGE SCHOOLS

LANGUAGE SCHOOLS

LANGUAGE SCHOOLS OFFERING ACCOMMODATION NEAR CLASSES, WITH LOCAL FAMILIES, IN HOTELS OR TOURIST RESIDENCES

LANGUAGE SCHOOLS OFFERING RESIDENTIAL ACCOMMODATION

ACTILANGUE

AZURLINGUA “Label Qualité FLE” 47, rue Hérold 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 03 07 00 Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 03 07 03 info@azurlingua.com > www.azurlingua.com Contact: Jean-Luc LIBRATI “Campus France” accredited school. Accommodation available on the campus and in summer residences in the city of Nice (approximately 500 places). Junior courses aged 13 to 17 available.

CENTRE MÉDITERRANÉEN D’ÉTUDES FRANÇAISES Chemin des Oliviers - BP 38 06320 CAP D’AIL Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 78 21 59 Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 41 83 96 centremed@monte-carlo.mc > www.centremed.monte-carlo.mc Contacts: Gilles CAPPADORO & Alessandra ZUNINO Member of the Atout France “Club French du Tourisme des Jeunes” scheme.

INSTITUT DE FRANÇAIS 23, avenue du Général Leclerc 06230 VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 01 88 44 Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 76 92 17 info@institutdefrancais.com > www.institutdefrancais.com Contact: Frédéric LATTY Institut de Français is an establishment with an international repution specialised in teaching French to foreign adults (minimum age: 21 years). The Institut de Français enjoys wonderful views of Villefranche bay and Cap Ferrat, providing an ideal setting for anyone wishing to learn, or perfect their spoken French. 2 to 4-week sessions available all year round. Total immersion 8 hours a day including breakfast and lunch on site “en français” with the teaching staff. Private apartment accommodation available (prestige individual rooms, studios or apartments).

2, rue Alexis Mossa 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 96 33 84 Fax. 00 33 (0)4 93 44 37 16 contact@actilangue.com > www.actilangue.com Contact: Paul CECCALDI Actilangue is a registered private higher teaching establishment accredited by the academic authorities. It has been awarded the “Français Langue Etrangère” (FLE) quality label by the French Ministry of Education for Foreign Affairs.

ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE DE NICE 2, rue de Paris 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 62 67 66 Fax. 00 33 (0)4 93 85 28 06 info@alliance-francaise-nice.com > www.alliance-francaise-nice.com Contacts: Adrien BERTHIER - Jean-Philippe PEREZ

GROUPE SET - ÉQUIVALENCE Place Sophie Laffitte - BP 127 06903 SOPHIA-ANTIPOLIS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 96 57 00 info@groupeset.com > www.groupeset.com Contacts: Antonia PEREZ - Sue GEURDEN

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE 4, rue Carabacel 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 62 60 62 info@ihnice.com > www.ihnice.com Contact: William RUBINSTEIN

PIERRE OVERALL École Supérieure “Français Langue Etrangère” 33, chemin des Fades 06110 LE CANNET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 69 04 82 Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 69 04 32 pierre.overall@wanadoo.fr > www.pierre-overall.com Contact: Agnès GIORDANA, Director

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Laure TOMA-AUNEAU, Manager for Leisure Tourism toma@palaisdesfestivals.com Monika ROY-LACASSAGNE, Marketing Assistant roy@palaisdesfestivals.com

CAP D’AIL ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS 11, place de Gaulle 06600 ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 23 11 11 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 23 11 12 accueil@antibesjuanlespins.com > www.antibesjuanlespins.com Contacts: Béatrice DI VITA, Press beatrice.divita@antibesjuanlespins.com Laure PELLETIER, Marketing laure.pelletier@antibesjuanlespins.com

BEAULIEU-SUR-MER Place Georges Clemenceau 06310 BEAULIEU-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 01 02 21 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 01 44 04 tourisme@otbeaulieusurmer.fr > www.beaulieusurmer.fr Contact: Stéphane EMSELLEM tourisme@otbeaulieusurmer.fr

BIOT 46, rue Saint-Sébastien 06410 BIOT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 65 78 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 65 78 04 tourisme@biot.fr > www.biot-tourisme.com Contact: Patricia CHANIEL, Managing Director patricia.chaniel@biot.fr

CAGNES-SUR-MER 6, boulevard Maréchal Juin - BP 48 06800 CAGNES-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 20 61 64 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 20 52 63 Authorisation No.: AU 006 99 0002 info@cagnes-tourisme.com > www.cagnes-tourisme.com Contact: Sylvain ROGER, Managing Director sylvain.roger@wanadoo.fr

87 bis, avenue du 3 Septembre - BP 5 - 06320 CAP D’AIL Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 78 02 33 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 41 30 61 tourisme@cap-dail.com > www.cap-dail.com Contact: Barbara JAKOWBOSKI, Managing Director direction.tourisme@cap-dail.com

ÈZE (Village) Place de Gaulle - 06360 ÈZE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 41 26 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 41 04 80 oﬃce-tourisme-deze@wanadoo.fr > www.eze-riviera.com Contact: Patrick LE TIEC, Managing Director eze@webstore.fr

GRASSE Palais des Congrès - 22, cours Honoré Cresp - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 36 66 66 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 36 86 36 Authorisation N°: AU 006 01 0001 info@grasse.fr > www.grasse.fr Contact: Franck RAINERI, Promotion Department presse@grasse.fr

LA COLLE-SUR-LOUP 28, avenue du Maréchal Foch - 06480 LA COLLE-SUR-LOUP Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 32 68 36 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 32 05 07 infos@ot-lacollesurloup.com > www.ot-lacollesurloup.com Contact: Karel BOULOGNE, Managing Director k.boulogne@ot-lacollesurloup.com

LA COLMIANE-VALDEBLORE La Colmiane - 06420 VALDEBLORE LA COLMIANE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 23 25 90 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 23 25 91 otcolmiane@wanadoo.fr > www.colmiane.com Contact: Cathy FERRIER, Managing Director cathyferrierotvalcol@orange.fr

CANNES Palais des Festivals - 1, La Croisette BP 272 - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 99 84 22 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 99 84 23 tourisme@palaisdesfestivals.com > www.cannes.travel Contacts: Élisabeth LARA, Press lara@palaisdesfestivals.com

LA TURBIE 2, Place Detras - 06320 LA TURBIE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 41 21 15 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 41 13 99 info@ville-la-turbie.fr > www.ville-la-turbie.fr Contact: Nadège BERRO, Managing Director info@ville-la-turbie.fr

LE CANNET Central Buro - Place Benidorm - 73, avenue du Campon 06110 LE CANNET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 45 34 27 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 45 28 06 tourisme@lecannet.com > www.lecannet.com Contact: Laurence PRIEUR, Managing Director tourisme@lecannet.com

MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE 806, avenue de Cannes 06210 MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 93 64 64 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 93 64 66 Registration No.: IM006110037 accueil@ot-mandelieu.fr > www.ot-mandelieu.fr Contact: Béatrice PIEDNOEL, Press & Marketing promo@ot-mandelieu.fr

MENTON Palais de l’Europe 8, avenue Boyer - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 41 76 76 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 41 76 58 Registration No.: IM006100079 tourisme@menton.fr > www.tourisme-menton.fr Contacts: Danielle LEGOFF, Congress & Group danielle.legoff@ville-menton.fr Patricia MERTZIG, Press & Cruises patricia.mertzig@ville-menton.fr

MOUGINS 18, boulevard de la Courteline - 06250 MOUGINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 75 87 67 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 92 04 03 tourisme@villedemougins.com > www.mougins.fr/tourisme Contact: Dominique FANTINO, Managing Director dfantino@villedemougins.com

NICE 5, Promenade des Anglais - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)8 92 70 74 07 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 14 46 49 Registration No.: IM006110026 info@otcnice.com > www.nicetourisme.com Contacts: Catherine ANOUILH, Marketing Manager catherine.anouilh@otcnice.com Nicolle MARTIN, Market Manager nicolle.martin@otcnice.com Ria KOLEMBUSOVA, Market Manager ria.kolembusova@otcnice.com Isabelle BILLEY-QUÉRÉ, Press isabelle.billey-quere@otcnice.com

PRINCIPAUTÉ DE MONACO 2A, boulevard des Moulins 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 92 16 61 16 - Fax 00 377 92 16 60 00 dtc@monaco-tourisme.com > www.visitmonaco.com Contacts: Florence MICHEL-BOUVIER, Marketing Manager fmichel@gouv.mc Jean-François GOURDON jfgourdon@gouv.mc

ROQUEBRUNE-CAP-MARTIN 218, avenue Aristide Briand 06190 ROQUEBRUNE-CAP-MARTIN Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 35 62 87 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 28 57 00 otroquebrunecam@hotmail.fr > www.roquebrune-cap-martin.com Contact: Anne-Hélène MAZZONI, Managing Director ahmazzoni@ifrance.com

SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT 59, avenue Denis Séméria 06230 SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 76 08 90 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 76 16 67 oﬃce-tourisme@saintjeancapferrat.fr > www.saintjeancapferrat.fr Contact: Edith BARNIER, Press & Marketing office-tourisme@saintjeancapferrat.fr

SAINT-LAURENT-DU-VAR 1819, route du Bord de Mer – BP 125 06706 SAINT-LAURENT-DU-VAR Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 31 31 21 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 14 92 83 tourisme@sainlaurentduvar.fr > www.tourisme-saintlaurentduvar.com Contact: Géraldine BRICCHI, Managing Director geraldine.bricchi@saintlaurentduvar.fr

SAINT-MARTIN-VÉSUBIE Place Félix Faure 06450 SAINT-MARTIN-VÉSUBIE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 03 21 28 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 03 21 44 o-t-hautevesubie@wanadoo.fr > www.saintmartinvesubie.fr Contact: Marjorie MEINESZ, Managing Director o-t-hautevesubie@wanadoo.fr

SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE 2, rue Grande 06570 SAINT- PAUL DE VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 32 86 95 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 32 60 27 tourisme@saint-pauldevence.com > www.saint-pauldevence.com Contact: Sandrine LEONARD, Managing Director direction@saint-pauldevence.com

SAINT-TROPEZ BP 218 83994 SAINT-TROPEZ Cedex Tel. 00 33 (0)4 94 97 45 21 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 94 97 82 66 > www.ot-saint-tropez.com Contact: Claude MANISCALCO, Managing Director c.maniscalco@ot-saint-tropez.com

MERCANTOUR STATIONS AURON & ISOLA 2000 AURON La Grange Cossa - Boulevard de Malhira 06660 AURON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 23 02 66 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 23 07 39 auron@stationsdumercantour.com > www.auron.com

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ISOLA 2000 Immeuble Le Pelevos - 06420 ISOLA 2000 Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 23 15 15 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 23 14 25 isola2000@stationsdumercantour.com > www.isola2000.com Contacts: Pascal LEQUENNE, Marketing department p.lequenne@stationsdumercantour.com Thibaut SCHERBERICH, Sales Manager t.scherberich@stationsdumercantour.com

THÉOULE-SUR-MER 1, Corniche d'Or 06590 THÉOULE-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 49 28 28 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 49 00 04 ot@theoule-sur-mer.org > www.theoule-sur-mer.org Contact: Dominique BALDINI, Managing Director direction@theoule-sur-mer.org

TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP 2, Place de la Libération - 06140 TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 24 18 93 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 59 24 40 ot@tourrettessurloup.com > www.tourrettessurloup.com Contact: Muriel CHIERA, Managing Director ot@tourrettessurloup.com

VALBERG/PÉONE Centre Administratif Place Charles Ginesy - 06470 VALBERG Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 23 24 25 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 56 09 03 53 Registration No.: IM006110025 ot@valberg.com > www.valberg.com Contacts: Carole CASANOVA, Managing Director ccasanova@valberg.com Myriam ALIX, Communication - malix@valberg.com

VALBONNE 1, place de l’Hôtel de Ville 06560 VALBONNE SOPHIA-ANTIPOLIS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 12 34 50 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 12 34 57 oﬃce@tourisme-valbonne.com > www.tourisme-valbonne.com Contact: Serge SARREBEYROUX, Managing Director ssarrebeyroux@ville-valbonne.fr

VALLAURIS GOLFE-JUAN Parking Sud - Square du 8 mai 1945 - 06220 VALLAURIS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 63 82 58 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 63 95 01 Registration No.: IM0061110063 tourisme.vgj@wanadoo.fr > www.vallauris-golfe-juan.com

Contacts: Philippe MOTTIER, Managing Director pmottiervgj@wanadoo.fr Laurence BARBAS, Press & Marketing lb-pressevgj@wanadoo.fr

VENCE 8, Place du Grand Jardin - 06140 VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 58 06 38 oﬃcedetourisme@ville-vence.fr > www.ville-vence.fr Contact: Fabienne GIROUD-PAYAN, Managing Director fgiroud@ville-vence.fr

VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER Jardin François Binon 06230 VILLEFRANCHE SUR MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 01 73 68 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 76 63 65 ot@villefranche-sur-mer.com > www.villefranche-sur-mer.com Contacts: Patricia BREGERE, Managing Director patricia.bregere@villefranche-sur-mer.fr Sandra OTTAVIANI, Press Assistant sandra.ottaviani@villefranche-sur-mer.fr

VILLENEUVE-LOUBET 16, avenue de la mer 06270 VILLENEUVE-LOUBET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 02 66 16 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 02 66 19 Registration No.: IM006100066 info@villeneuve-tourisme.com > www.villeneuve-tourisme.com Contact: Patrice DEMEOCQ, Managing Director p.demeocq@villeneuve-tourisme.com

> A COMPLETE LIST OF TOURIST OFFICES IN THE ALPES-MARITIMES DÉPARTEMENT AVAILABLE AT

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TOURIST CENTRES PROVENCE VAL D’AZUR “GRANDIOSE GORGE COUNTRY” Visit the famous gorges at Cians and Daluis with their sharp, sheer sides, sculpted by water out of the red schist leading to the villages of Beuil, Valberg & Péone and, through the Val d’Entraunes, to the Aiguilles de Pelens and the Col de la Cayolle. Puget-Théniers marks the gateway to the unique geological formations of the Pays de la Roudoule. The area has approximately thirty markedly contrasting communes situated between the upper and mid Valley of the Var, breath-taking. MAISON DE PAYS PROVENCE VAL D’AZUR RD 6202 - 06260 PUGET-THÉNIERS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 05 05 05 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 05 17 22 > www.provence-val-dazur.com Contact: Thierry CALVIANI thierry@provence-valdazur.com

LES VALLÉES ROYA-BÉVÉRA (ROYA-BÉVÉRA VALLEYS) “VALLEY OF WONDERS” Valley situated on the Italian border with vistas of the high summits of the Massif du Marguaréis, gorges with forests and great alpine pastures. It is rich in cultural and architectural heritage (perched villages such as Saorge, painted chapels such as NotreDame-des- Fontaines at la Brigue, Baroque churches at Breil-sur-Roya, Sospel and Tende plus the rock carvings of the Vallée des Merveilles (Valley of Wonders).The white water of the gorges de la Roya attracts sporting visitors. ASSOCIATION DÉVELOPPEMENT TOURISTIQUE DES VALLÉES ROYA-BÉVÉRA 394, route de Saint-Pierre - 06540 BREIL-SUR-ROYA Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 04 92 05 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 85 35 24 Registration No.: IM006110027 > www.royabevera.com Contact: Richard COLSON - info@adtrb.fr

LA VALLÉE DE LA VÉSUBIE (VÉSUBIE VALLEY) THE FRENCH RIVIERA’ “NATURAL HAVEN” GATEWAY TO MERCANTOUR NATIONAL PARK Less than one hour from Nice lies the preserved, wild environment of Suisse Niçoise. The great sites of Boréon, Madone de Fenestre, Gordolasque and Authion are the main gateways to the Parc National du Mercantour. Asporting paradise, the Vésubie valley offers a wide range of outdoor activities, in summer and winter, from hiking to trout fishing, plus white water activities and mountaineering. At Saint-Martin Vésubie, Alpha, the Parc des Loups du Mercantour offers a real life encounter with this mythical animal. La Colmiane, the nearest station to the French Riviera offers a wealth of fun activities and 30 kms of ski runs. PÔLE TOURISTIQUE VÉSUBIE MERCANTOUR VAL DE BLORE Communauté de Communes Vésubie Mercantour Hôtel de Ville - 06450 SAINT-MARTIN VÉSUBIE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 03 60 10 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 03 60 01 Registration No.: IM0061100069 > www.vesubie-mercantour.com Contact: Sophie POUDOU s.poudou@cc-vesubie-mercantour.fr

LA VALLÉE DE L’ESTÉRON & LE HAUT-PAYS GRASSOIS (ESTÉRON VALLEY & THE HEIGHTS OF GRASSE) “GREAT WILD SPACES” Great wild spaces where wooded slopes alternate with arid plateaux. A country of “clues” (Saint-Auban, Aiglun, Gréolières…), “gouffres” (massifs de l’Audibergue) and Belvedere villages that still live by the ancestral rhythm of sheep rearing. Let yourself be charmed by character villages such as Cipières or the small resort at Thorenc. Discover the exceptional view of the coastline from the summit of Cheiron. COMMUNAUTÉ DE COMMUNES DES MONTS D’AZUR 344, avenue des hôtels - 06850 SAINT AUBAN Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 60 78 41 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 42 05 23 > www.lesmontsdazur.com Contact: Marion LUIGI - mluigi.montsdazur@orange.fr

LE CANTON DE LEVENS “CANTON WITH 10 SMILES – NICE COUNTRY” Nice Comté is situated between the Plaine du Var and the banks of the Paillon. Between sea and mountain, the hills of Nice county provide a beautiful setting for the ancient perched villages associated with traditions and legends. Terraced farming country with olive and sweet chestnut trees. Aspremont, Levens, Coaraze or Lucéram to name but a few are popular stops forwalkers. ASSOCIATION TOURISTIQUE DU CANTON DE LEVENS Maison du Tourisme du "Canton aux 10 sourires" Quartier des Moulins - médiathèque - 06770 CASTAGNIERS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 08 76 31 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 29 23 10 > www.cantondelevens.com Contact: Patrick ISAKOVITCH patrick.isakovitch@cantondelevens.com

LE PAYS DES PAILLONS “TRADITIONS” The Pays des Paillons is typical of the ancient Comté de Nice. Must see: the commune of Peille, or Lucéram known for its famous nativity scenes. OFFICE DU TOURISME DU PAYS DE LUCÉRAM ET DU HAUT PAILLON Place Adrien Baralis - 06440 LUCERAM Tel./ Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 79 46 50 > www.luceram.com Contact: Christiane RICORT officedetourismedeluceram@wanadoo.fr TOURIST OFFICES & CENTRES 38 39

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION & APARTMENT HOTELS OPEN AIR & B&B ACCOMMODATION HOTEL RESERVATION SERVICES & RENTALS

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HOTEL ACCOMMODATION In the context of Law no. 2009-888 of 22 July 2009 for the development and modernisation of tourist services, all tourist accommodation is undergoing a change to new, more modern and competitive rating standards. The new rating system for hotels has made it possible to add a fifth star and new criteria for a system based more on the services provided than on surface area and facilities.

LUXURY HOTELS CÔTE D'AZUR = EXCELLENCE IN HOTELS ON THE RIVIERA There are 31 five-star hotels on the French Riviera with a capacity of 3,149 rooms and 6,380 beds. Such recognition for luxury hotels provides all international clientele with a scale for measuring the know-how of the Destination Côte d'Azur in a niche which it has dominated for over a century. The hotels on the Riviera having obtained their 5th star in November 2011 according to the standards of the French Ministry of Tourism are:

ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS

CAP D’ANTIBES BEACH HÔTEL 10, boulevard Maréchal Juin 06160 JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 93 13 30 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 93 15 04 reservation@ca-beachhotel.com Contacts: Franck FARNETTI, Managing Director Aude DE CORIOLIS, Sales Manager commercial@ca-beachhotel.com > www.ca-beachhotel.com Number of rooms: 27

HÔTEL AMBASSADEUR 50/52, chemin des Sables - 06161 JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 93 74 10 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 93 74 67 manager@hotel-ambassadeur.com Contacts: Charles RICHEZ, Managing Director Thierry TORRENTS, Sales Manager thierry.torrents@marriott.com > www.hotel-ambassadeur.com Number of rooms: 221

HÔTEL BELLES RIVES 33, boulevard Edouard Baudoin 06160 JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 61 02 79 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 67 43 51 info@brj-hotels.com Contact: Cristiano MORELLI, Marketing Director cmorelli@brj-hotels.com > www.bellesrives.com Number of rooms: 42

HÔTEL DU CAP-EDEN-ROC Boulevard J.F. Kennedy 06601 ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 61 39 01 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 67 13 83 reservation@hdcer.com Contacts: Philippe PERD, Managing Director Brice KEMPER, Accommodation Sales & Marketing Manager - bkemper@hdcer.com > www.hotel-du-cap-eden-roc.com Number of rooms: 121

HÔTEL IMPÉRIAL GAROUPE 770, chemin de la Garoupe – 06600 CAP D’ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 93 31 61 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 93 31 62 cap@imperial-garoupe.com Contact: Gilbert IRONDELLE, Managing Director > www.imperial-garoupe.com Number of rooms: 35

HÔTEL JUANA 19, avenue G. Gallice – 06160 JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 61 08 70 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 61 76 60 info@brj-hotels.com Contact: Stéphane VUILLAUME, Managing Director svuilaume@brj-hotels.com > www.hotel-juana.com Number of rooms: 40 BEAULIEU-SUR-MER

LA RÉSERVE DE BEAULIEU & SPA 5, boulevard du Maréchal Leclerc 06310 BEAULIEU-SUR-MER Tél. 00 33 (0)4 93 01 00 01 – Fax : 00 33 (0)4 93 01 28 99 reservation@reservebeaulieu.com Contact: David DELION, Sales & Marketing Manager daviddelion@reservebeaulieu.com > www.reservebeaulieu.com Number of rooms: 39 CANNES

FIVE HOTEL & SPA 1, rue notre Dame – 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 63 36 05 05 info@five-hotel.com Contacts: Grégor MAYOUSSIER, Managing Director Marie-Ange BIHOUIX, Marketing & Communication Manager - communication@five-hotel.com > www.five-hotel-cannes.com Number of rooms: 45

HÔTEL INTERCONTINENTAL CARLTON CANNES 58, La Croisette – 06414 CANNES CEDEX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 06 40 06 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 06 40 15 carlton@ihg.com Contacts: François CHOPINET, Managing Director Leslie CHERFILS - leslie.cherfils@ihg.com > www.ichotelsgroup.com Number of rooms: 343

HÔTEL JW MARRIOTT CANNES 50, La Croisette – 06414 CANNES CEDEX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 99 70 00 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 99 70 17 palaisstephanie@jestahotels.com Contact: Ziad ATRISSI, Director Thierry TORRENTS, Sales Manager thierry.torrents@marriott.com > www.jwmarriottcannes.com Number of rooms: 261

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Hotel accommodation & apartment hotels

CHÂTEAU EZA Rue de la Pise – 06360 EZE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 41 12 24 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 41 16 64 info@chateaueza.com Contact: Robin OODUNT, Managing Director > www.chateaueza.com Number of rooms: 11

HÔTEL LE CAP ESTEL HÔTEL MAJESTIC BARRIÈRE 10, La Croisette – 06407 CANNES CEDEX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 77 00 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 38 97 90 majestic@cannesbarriere.com Contacts: Emmanuel CAUX, Director Isabelle CHRISTODOULOS, Marketing Manager ichristodoulos@lucienbarriere.com > www.majestic-barriere.com Number of rooms: 305

HÔTEL MARTINEZ 73, La Croisette – 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 73 00 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 39 67 82 martinez@concorde-hotels.com Contacts: Richard SHILLING, Director Marie-Christine BUENAOBRA, Sales Department mcbuenaobra@concorde-hotels.com > www.hotel-martinez.com www.concorde-hotels.com/martinez Number of rooms: 412

LE GRAND HÔTEL 45, boulevard de la Croisette – 06401 CANNES CEDEX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 38 15 45 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 68 97 45 info@grand-hotel-cannes.com Contacts: Hugues RAYBAUD, Managing Director Nicholas GRANGER, Sales Manager nicholas@grand-hotel-cannes.com > www.grand-hotel-cannes.com Number of rooms: 76

1312, avenue Raymond Poincaré – 06360 EZE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 76 29 29 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 01 55 20 contact@capestel.com Contact: Eric PAULUS, Managing Director > www.capestel.com Number of rooms: 18 GRASSE

LA BASTIDE SAINT-ANTOINE 48, avenue H. Dunant – 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 70 94 94 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 70 94 95 info@jacques-chibois.com Contacts: Jacques CHIBOIS, Owner Mehdi REZKI, Managing Director direction@jacques-chibois.com > www.jacques-chibois.com Number of rooms: 16 MONACO (PRINCIPALITY OF)

HÔTEL DE PARIS Place du Casino - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 98 06 30 00 – Fax 00 377 98 06 59 13 hp@sbm.mc Contacts: Lucas ALLEGRI, Director Alice GENTILS, Sales Manager ventes@sbm.mc > www.hoteldeparismontecarlo.com Number of rooms: 182

HÔTEL HERMITAGE Square Beaumarchais – 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 98 06 40 00 – Fax 00 377 98 06 59 70 hh@sbm.mc Contacts: Pascal CAMIA, Director Alice GENTILS, Sales Manager ventes@sbm.mc > www.hotelhermitagemontecarlo.com Number of rooms: 280

ÈZE

CHÂTEAU DE LA CHÈVRE D’OR Rue du Barri – 06360 EZE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 10 66 66 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 41 06 72 reservation@chevredor.com Contact: Isabelle FREMONT, Sales & Marketing Manager ifremont@phoenixhmc.com > www.chevredor.com Number of rooms: 37

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HÔTEL MÉTROPOLE MONTE-CARLO

HÔTEL ROYAL RIVIERA

4, avenue de la Madone – 98007 MONACO CEDEX Tel. 00 377 93 15 15 15 – Fax 00 377 93 25 24 44 metropole@metropole.com Contacts: Jean-Claude MESSANT, Director Sandrine CAMIA, Sales Manager s.camia@metropole.com > www.metropole.com Number of rooms: 141

3, avenue Jean Monnet – 06230 SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 76 31 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 01 23 07 resa@royal-riviera.com Contacts: Bruno MERCADAL, Director Sophie VALETTE, Sales & Marketing Manager svalette@royal-riviera.com > www.royal-riviera.com Number of rooms: 90

MOUGINS

SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE

LE MAS CANDILLE

LE MAS DE PIERRE

Boulevard Clément Rebuffel – 06250 MOUGINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 28 43 43 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 28 43 40 Contacts: Giuseppe COSMAI, Director Carole ROUVIER, Marketing Manager carole.rouvier@lemascandille.com > www.lemascandille.com Number of rooms: 46

2320, route des Serres - 06570 ST-PAUL DE VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 59 00 10 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 59 00 59 info@lemasdepierre.com Contacts: Christian BAUMGARTEN, Director Audrey JORGE, Sales Manager - sales@lemasdepierre.com > www.lemasdepierre.com Number of rooms: 48

NICE

LE SAINT-PAUL RELAIS ET CHÂTEAUX

HÔTEL BOSCOLO EXEDRA NICE

86, rue Grande - 06570 ST-PAUL DE VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 32 65 25 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 32 52 94 reservation@lesaintpaul.com Contact: Jérôme VESOUX, Managing Director jvesoux@lesaintpaul.com > www.lesaintpaul.com Number of rooms: 17

12, boulevard Victor Hugo – 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 03 89 89 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 88 68 60 reception@exedranice.boscolo.com Contact: Silvio CATALANO, Director manager@exedranice.boscolo.com > www.boscolohotels.com Number of rooms: 110

THÉOULE-SUR-MER

LE NÉGRESCO

TIARA YAKTSA THÉOULE SUR MER-CANNES

37, promenade des Anglais – 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 16 64 00 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 88 35 68 reservations@hotel-negresco.com Contacts: Pierre BORD, Director Lori AMSTRONG, Sales Manager lori.armstrong@hotel-negresco.com > www.hotel-negresco-nice.com Number of rooms: 141

6, boulevard de l'Esquillon - 06590 THÉOULE-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 28 60 30 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 28 46 46 reservations.yaktsa@tiara-hotels.com Contacts: Joël CARDON, Managing Director Lara FOSSAT, Sales Manager lara.fossat@tiara-hotels.com > www.tiara-hotels.com Number of rooms: 21

PALAIS DE LA MÉDITERRANÉE

VENCE

13, promenade des Anglais – 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 14 77 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 14 77 14 commercial-pdlm@concorde-hotels.com Contacts: Christophe ALDUNATE, Managing Director Liliana LEONORI, Sales Manager commercial-pdlm@concorde-hotels.com > www.palais.concorde-hotels.fr Number of rooms: 188

CHÂTEAU SAINT-MARTIN & SPA 2490, avenue des Templiers - BP 102 - 06142 VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 58 02 02 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 24 08 91 reservation@chateau-st-martin.com Contacts: Philippe PERD, Managing Director Brice KEMPER, Accommodation, Sales & Marketing Manager - reservation@hdcer.com > www.chateau-st-martin.com Number of rooms: 45

ROQUEBRUNE-CAP-MARTIN

MONTE-CARLO BEACH HÔTEL 40, avenue Princesse Grace 06190 ROQUEBRUNE-CAP-MARTIN Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 28 66 66 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 78 14 18 groupes@sbm.mc Contacts: Danièle GARCELON, Managing Director Alice GENTILS, Sales Manager - a.gentils@sbm.mc > http://monte-carlo-beach.com Number of rooms: 40 SAINT-JEAN CAP-FERRAT

GRAND HÔTEL DU CAP FERRAT 71, boulevard Général de Gaulle 06230 SAINT-JEAN CAP-FERRAT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 76 50 50 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 76 04 52 reception@grand-hotel-cap-ferrat.com Contact: Marc LEVEAU, Sales & Marketing Manager > www.grand-hotel-cap-ferrat.com Number of rooms: 73

See Press Kit on “Hyper luxury on the French Riviera”

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Hotel accommodation & apartment hotels

HOTELS WITH SPAS & SEAWATER THERAPY CENTRES Veritable well-being centres in the heart of the destination’s most beautiful hotels. Exceptional settings with attention to detail for perfect harmony of mind and body. Relax and recharge those batteries. Professionals from the most prestigious brands at your disposal.

HOTELS WITH SPA & SEAWATER THERAPY CENTRES Voluptuous treatments featuring spring water, soft lighting, zen music... discover the enveloping universe of the spa. BEAULIEU-SUR-MER

HÔTEL LA RÉSERVE DE BEAULIEU & SPA ***** SPA MARIA GALLAND 5, boulevard du Maréchal Leclerc 06310 BEAULIEU-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 04 36 50 spa@reservebeaulieu.com > www.reservebeaulieu.com Contact: Daniela BELA, Spa Manager Number of rooms: 39 CANNES

FIVE HOTEL & SPA ***** SPA CINQ MONDES 1, rue Notre-Dame - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 63 36 05 05 spa@ﬁve-hotel.com Contact: Nathalie ANGENOST, Spa Manager > www.five-hotel-cannes.com Number of rooms: 45

HÔTEL MAJESTIC BARRIÈRE ***** U SPA BARRIÈRE Produits Sisley 10, La Croisette - BP 163 - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 77 49 majestic-spa@lucienbarriere.com > www.majestic-barriere.com Contact: Sylvie PALLOMBO, Spa Manager Number of rooms: 305

CÉZANNE HÔTEL & SPA **** SPA DE L’HÔTEL CÉZANNE 40, boulevard d’Alsace - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 59 41 00 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 99 20 99 reservation@hotels-groupeboucau.com > www.hotel-cezanne.com Contact: Cindy DANE, Reservation Manager Number of rooms: 29

ÈZE

LE CAP ESTEL ***** SPA DU CAP ESTEL 1312, avenue Raymond Poincaré 06360 EZE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 76 29 29 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 01 55 20 contact@capestel.com > www.capestel.com Contact: Anne-Julie TORRES, Spa Manager Number of rooms: 18 MONACO (PRINCIPAUTÉ DE)

HÔTEL MÉTROPOLE MONTE-CARLO ***** LE MÉTROPOLE ESPA MONTE CARLO 4, avenue de la Madone - BP 19 - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 15 13 70 - Fax 00 377 93 15 13 71 espa@metropole-espa.com > www.metropole.com Contact: Sophie DELACHET, Spa Manager Number of rooms: 141

HÔTEL FAIRMONT MONTE-CARLO **** SPA WILLOW STREAM 12, avenue des Spélugues - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 50 65 00 - Fax 00 377 93 30 01 57 montecarlo@fairmont.com > www.fairmont.com/fr/montecarlo/ Contact: Baptiste GUILLARD, Spa Manager baptiste.guillard@fairmont.com Number of rooms: 602

MONTE-CARLO BAY HÔTEL & RESORT **** SPA CINQ MONDES 40, avenue Princesse Grace - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 98 06 01 80 - Fax 00 377 98 06 05 66 spacinqmondes@montecarlobay.mc > http://fr.montecarlobay.com Contact: Violette PETIT, Spa Manager Number of rooms: 334 MOUGINS

HÔTEL LE MAS CANDILLE ***** SPA QI SHISEIDO Boulevard Clément Rebuﬀel - 06250 MOUGINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 28 43 53 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 28 43 40 spa@lemascandille.com > www.lemascandille.com Contact: Julie FORTHOMME, Spa Manager Number of rooms: 46

ROYAL MOUGINS GOLF RESORT & SPA La Colline & Confort Zone Beauty Treatments 424, avenue du Roi - 06250 MOUGINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 92 49 69 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 92 49 72 reception@royalmougins.fr > www.royalmougins.fr Contact: Nathalie TRANSON, Spa Manager Number of rooms: 29 NICE

HÔTEL BOSCOLO EXEDRA NICE ***** DEEP NATURE SPA NICE by Algotherm 12, boulevard Victor Hugo - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 80 40 27 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 88 68 60 resanice@deepnature.fr > www.boscolohotels.com Contact: Sonia DALLOZ, Spa Manager sdalloz@deepnature.fr Number of rooms: 110

HI HOTEL ****

VENCE

ESPACE HI BODY In partnership with REN & Bertrand Poncet massages 3, avenue des Fleurs - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 07 26 26 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 07 26 27 hi@hi-hotel.net > www.hi-hotel.net Contact: Aurélie GALLET Number of rooms: 38

CHÂTEAU SAINT-MARTIN & SPA ***** SPA WITH LA PRAIRIE BEAUTY TREATMENTS 2490, avenue des Templiers - 06140 VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 58 02 02 - spa@chateau-st-martin.com > www.chateau-st-martin.com Contact: Valérie DALMAYRAC, Spa Manager (from the company Star wellness) Number of rooms: 45

SPLENDID HÔTEL & SPA NICE **** SPA SPLENDID 50, boulevard Victor Hugo - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 16 41 68 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 16 42 70 spa@splendid-nice.com > www.spa-splendid.com Contact: Marion ENCIANS, Spa Manager Number of rooms: 128 ROQUEBRUNE-CAP-MARTIN

MONTE-CARLO BEACH HÔTEL ***** MONTE-CARLO BEACH SPA Treatment La Prairie product Avenue Princesse Grace 06190 ROQUEBRUNE-CAP-MARTIN Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 28 66 66 montecarlobeachspa@sbm.mc > http://fr.monte-carlo-beach.com Contact: Virginie O'DONNELL, Spa Manager Number of rooms: 40 SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT

GRAND HÔTEL DU CAP FERRAT ***** SPA DU GRAND HÔTEL DU CAP FERRAT 71, boulevard Général de Gaulle 06230 SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 76 50 11 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 76 04 52 spa@grand-hotel-cap-ferrat.com > www.grand-hotel-cap-ferrat.com Contact: Hanneke STOOP, Spa Manager Number of rooms: 73

HÔTEL ROYAL RIVIERA ***** SPA SUNDARI 3, avenue Jean Monnet - 06230 SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 76 31 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 01 43 23 resa@royal-riviera.com > www.royal-riviera.com Contact: Patricia KINTZINGER, Manager pkintzinger@royal-riviera.com Number of rooms: 90 SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE

FOR COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION ON FRENCH RIVIERA SPAS LOG ON TO: www.frenchriviera-tourism.com

HOTELS WITH A SEAWATER THERAPY CENTRE Did you know that the Mediterranean Sea, considered to be the cradle of seawater therapy, is richer inminerals than the ocean? Certain hotel establishments feature seawater therapy centres offering personalised treatment all year round. ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS

HÔTEL BAIE DES ANGES - THALAZUR ANTIBES *** > www.thalazur.fr - www.hotelbda.com Number of rooms: 164 CANNES

RADISSON BLU 1835 HÔTEL AND THALASSO BY REZIDOR **** LES THERMES MARINS DE CANNES > www.lesthermesmarins-cannes.com www.1835-hotel.com Number of rooms: 134

HOTELS WITH GOLF COURSES MOUGINS

ROYAL MOUGINS GOLF RESORT & SPA Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 92 49 69 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 92 49 72 > www.royalmougins.fr Contact: Mikael BENEAUX, Director mikael@royalmougins.fr & proshop@royalmougins.fr Number of rooms: 29 Royal Mougins Golf Club: 18-hole golf course.

HÔTEL LE MAS DE PIERRE *****

OPIO

SPA PAYOT & FILORGA 2320, route des Serres - 06570 SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 59 00 10 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 59 00 59 spa@lemasdepierre.com > www.lemasdepierre.com Contact: Maud VAN BRUSSEL, Accommodation Manager Number of rooms: 48

CHÂTEAU DE LA BÉGUDE **** Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 12 37 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 12 37 13 > www.opengolfclub.com/begude Contact: Emmanuelle JOANNARD, Sales Manager ejoannard@opengolfclub.com Number of rooms: 34 Opio Valbonne Golf Course: 18-hole golf course.

HÔTEL LE MAS D’ARTIGNY & SPA ****

SVV CLUB MÉDITERRANÉE

SPA NEOCEA - DANIEL JOUVANCE Chemin des Salettes - 06570 SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 32 33 53 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 32 95 36 spa-neocea@danieljouvance.com > www.mas-artigny.com Contact: Agathe MAGDELIN, Spa Manager Number of rooms: 85

Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 09 71 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 09 71 70 opiccrec01@clubmed.com > www.clubmed.com Contact: V. DENIS, Manager Capacity: 1000 people Tour d’Opio Golf Course: compact 9-hole golf course.

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Hotel accommodation & apartment hotels

TENDE

RÉSIDENCE DE LA VIEILLE FERME Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 04 88 91 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 04 78 86 contact@golf-vievola.com > www.golf-vievola.com Contact: Hervé ROBIN, Director - robinherve@neuf.fr Capacity: 112 people Vievola Golf Course & Country Club: 9-hole golf course.

HOTELS WITH VILLAS

HÔTEL LE MAS D’ARTIGNY & SPA **** Chemin des Salettes – Les Hauts de Saint-Paul 06570 SAINT-PAUL Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 32 84 54 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 32 95 36 contact@mas-artigny.com > www.mas-artigny.com Contacts: Goran BRKIC, Managing Director Sonia BRAÏECH, Sales Manager Number of rooms: 85 4 villas including 1 villa without swimming pool. VENCE

CHÂTEAU SAINT-MARTIN & SPA ***** 2490, avenue des Templiers - BP 102 06142 VENCE CEDEX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 58 02 02 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 24 08 91 reservation@chateau-st-martin.com > www.chateau-st-martin.com Contacts: Philippe PERD, Managing Director Brice KEMPER, Sales Manager Number of rooms: 45 6 villas with sea view - max. 6 people.

ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS - CAP D’ANTIBES

HÔTEL DU CAP EDEN ROC ***** Boulevard J.F. Kennedy - BP 29 06601 ANTIBES CEDEX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 61 39 01 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 67 76 04 reservation@hdcer.com > www.hotel-du-cap-eden-roc.com Contact: Brice KEMPER, Sales Manager Number of rooms: 121 3 villas: 2/6 people. CAGNES-SUR-MER

DOMAINE COCAGNE **** Châteaux et Hôtels Collection 30, chemin du Pain de Sucre - 06800 CAGNES-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 13 57 77 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 13 57 89 hotel@domainecocagne.com > www.domainecocagne.com Contact: Robert ABELS, Managing Director Number of rooms: 12 1 villa: 8 people with pool. SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT

GRAND HÔTEL DU CAP FERRAT ***** 71, boulevard Général de Gaulle 06230 SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 76 50 50 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 76 04 52 marketing@grand-hotel-cap-ferrat.com > www.grand-hotel-cap-ferrat.com Contacts: Elie LOUCA, Managing Director Mathilde ADAM, Sales Manager Number of rooms: 73 1 villa: 10 people. SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE

LE MAS DE PIERRE ***** RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX 2320, route des Serres - 06570 SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 59 00 10 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 59 00 59 info@lemasdepierre.com > www.lemasdepierre.com Contact: Simone BUSCHINSKI, Sales Manager commercial@lemasdepierre.com Number of rooms: 48 1 villa - 8/10 people.

HOTELS WITH HEATED SEAWATER SWIMMING POOLS ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS - CAP D’ANTIBES

HÔTEL DU CAP EDEN ROC ***** > www.hotel-du-cap-eden-roc.com Number of rooms: 121

HÔTEL BAIE DES ANGES - THALAZUR ANTIBES *** > www.thalazur.fr Number of rooms: 164 BEAULIEU-SUR-MER

HÔTEL LA RÉSERVE DE BEAULIEU & SPA ***** > www.reservebeaulieu.com Number of rooms: 39 ÈZE-SUR-MER

HÔTEL LE CAP ESTEL ***** > www.capestel.com Number of rooms: 18 MONACO (PRINCIPALITY OF)

HÔTEL DE PARIS ***** > www.hoteldeparismontecarlo.com Number of rooms: 182

HÔTEL HERMITAGE ***** > www.hotelhermitagemontecarlo.com Number of rooms: 280

HÔTEL MÉTROPOLE MONTE-CARLO ***** > www.metropole.com Number of rooms: 141

HÔTEL MÉRIDIEN BEACH PLAZA **** > www.lemeridien.com/montecarlo Number of rooms: 403 ROQUEBRUNE-CAP-MARTIN

MONTE-CARLO BEACH HÔTEL ***** > www.monte-carlo-beach.com Number of rooms: 40

SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT

VILLAGES HÔTELS

GRAND HÔTEL DU CAP FERRAT *****

> www.villages-hotel.com

> www.grand-hotel-cap-ferrat.com Number of rooms: 73

WARWICK INTERNATIONAL HOTELS > www.warwickhotels.com

HÔTEL LA VOILE D’OR **** > www.lavoiledor.fr Number of rooms: 45

HOTEL CHAINS

APARTMENT HOTELS

Hotels chains and a wide diversity of internationally renowned brands covering approximately 70 chains or brands such as:

Apartment hotels on the French Riviera:

BALLADINS

> www.citadines.com

> www.balladins.com

BEST WESTERN > www.bestwestern.com

CHÂTEAUX ET HÔTELS DE FRANCE > www.chateauxhotels.com

CHOICE

CITADINES CITEA > www.citea.com

FRANCE LOCATION > www.franceloc.fr

GROUPE ACCOR

CONCORDE

> www.accorhotels.com (Adagio, Sofitel, Novotel, Mercure, Ibis, Etap Hôtel, Formule 1, Suitenovotel, All Seasons, Pullman, HotelF1, Hotels Barrière)

> www.concorde-hotels.fr

GROUPE PARK & SUITES

ETAP HÔTELS

> www.parkandsuites.com

> www.etaphotel.com

LAGRANGE CLASSIC

FAIRMONT HOTELS

> www.vacances-lagrange.com

> www.fairmont.com

LES RÉSIDENCES DU SOLEIL

GROUPE ACCOR

> www.residences-du-soleil.com

> www.accorhotels.com (Sofitel, Novotel, Mercure, Ibis, Etap Hôtel, Formule 1, Suitenovotel, All Seasons, Pullman, HotelF1, Hotels Barrière)

M VACANCES > www.mvacances.com

> www.choicehotels.fr (Comfort ™, Quality ™, Clarion ®)

GROUPE PARK & SUITES > www.parkandsuites.com

HOLIDAY INN > www.holidayinn.com

INTERCONTINENTAL > www.intercontinental.com

LOUVRE HÔTELS > www.louvrehotels.com (Kyriad, Campanile, Première Classe, Prestige, Tulip Inn, Golden Tulip, Royal Tulip)

LUCIEN BARRIÈRE > www.lucienbarriere.com

RADISSON BLU > www.radisson.com

MADAME VACANCES > www.madamevacances.com

ODALYS VACANCES > www.odalys-vacances.com

PIERRE ET VACANCES (Adagio, Latittude, Maeva) > www.pierreetvacances.com

RÉSIDEAL > www.resideal.com

RÉSIDHOTEL > www.residhotel.com

SÉJOURS DU SUD > www.sejoursdusud.com

UNIVAC

> www.univac.net

RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX > www.relaischateaux.com

SMALL LUXURY HOTELS OF THE WORLD™ > www.slh.com

SOCIÉTÉ DES BAINS DE MER (SBM) > www.montecarloresort.com

THERE ARE ALSO OTHER HOTEL APARTMENTS AND TOURIST RESIDENCES THAT ARE NOT MEMBERS OF CHAINS OR GROUPS. FOR FULL INFORMATION ON HOTEL RESIDENCES AND DEPARTMENT TOURISM LOG ON TO: www.frenchriviera-tourism.com

STARWOOD PREFERRED GUEST (Le Méridien, Sheraton, Four points...) > www.starwoodhotels.com HOTEL ACCOMMODATION & APARTMENT HOTELS 48 49

Open air &B&B accommodation OPEN AIR ACCOMMODATION / B&B

OPEN AIR ACCOMMODATION The French Riviera has approximately one hundred tourist class camping and caravanning sites (1, 2, 3 or 4 stars) and nature sites across the Alpes-Maritimes department. Visitors can enjoy accommodation by the sea, hinterland and in the mountains. A large number of campsites, open all year round, are equipped with an indoor pool which is heated in winter. They also oﬀer a range of events programmes in high season. Chalets, caravans, luxury tents, llh & mobile homes can also be hired on site. A brochure on French Riviera Campsites is available on request from: info@cotedazur-tourisme.com and can be consulted on www.frenchriviera-tourism.com > INFORMATION www.frenchriviera-tourism.com and official website of the campsites of the Alpes-Maritimes www.cotedazur-campings.com

B&B The French Riviera oﬀers a wealth of charming rooms and tables d’hôtes in a choice environment along the coast and in its hinterland and mountain areas. Rooms are opened by private homeowners in their grounds or homes and can be rented by the night (breakfast included). Some also oﬀer table d’hôtes meals by reservation designed to provide a taste of local gastronomy and products. This type of accommodation can be found under networks such as “Fleurs de Soleil”, “Gîtes de France”, labels present in the Alpes-Maritimes department. List of “chambres d'hôtes” available on the Internet sites and brochures of Tourist Bureaux in the Alpes-Maritimes département (see page 36). > INFORMATION www.gites-de-france-alpes-maritimes.com www.frenchriviera-tourism.com www.fleursdesoleil.fr

NATURIST CLUB ORIGAN VILLAGE *** 2160, route du Savé 06260 PUGET-THÉNIERS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 05 06 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 05 09 34 Contact: Stéphane AUTHIAT - steauthiat@wanadoo.fr origan@orange.fr > www.origan-village.com

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Hotel reservation services & villa and apartment rental HOTEL RESERVATION SERVICES / VILLA & APARTMENT RENTAL

HOTEL RESERVATION SERVICES

VENCE > www.ville-vence.fr http://www.niceres.com/4DACTION/Web_GP_Resa/ GB/Webvence

VILLEFRANCHE SUR MER > www.villefranche-sur-mer.com http://www.niceres.com/4DACTION/Web_GP_Resa/ GB/webvillefranche

RESERVATION CENTRES OTHER CENTRAL RESERVATION SERVICES

ANTIBES JUAN LES PINS > www.antibes-juanlespins.co.uk

LES RESTAURATEURS-HÔTELIERS LOGIS DES ALPES-MARITIMES

AURON – STATIONS DU MERCANTOUR > www.stationsdumercantour.com www.auron.com http://hiver.auron.com/reservez-votre-sejour

Restaurateurs-hôteliers Logis des Alpes-Maritimes is a chain of 30 hotel-restaurants that have adopted a stringent quality policy in order to guarantee a standard of comfort and facilities that meet the needs of today’s clients.

BREIL SUR ROYA > www.loisirs-mercantour.com

Les Logis is a network exclusively comprising independent hotels with a family feel, the lifeblood of the strength and diversity of our network for over 60 years. All share the same passion for the "restaurateur- hotelier" business.

CAGNES SUR MER > www.cagnes-tourisme.com http://www.cagnesres.com/

Audited once every 3 years by a mystery guest, our hotelrestaurants are rated with 1, 2 or 3 fireplace symbols. Whatever their rating, clients will always enjoy the Logis values: welcome, authenticity, comfort and tradition cuisine. For a unique stay, discover inns of exception.

CANNES > www.cannes-hotel-booking.com

GRASSE > www.grasse.fr http://www.niceres.com/4DACTION/Web_GP_Resa /GB/webPays-de-Grasse

ISOLA 2000 – STATIONS DU MERCANTOUR > www.stationsdumercantour.com www.isola2000.com http://hiver.isola2000.com/reservez-votre-sejour

6, avenue Louis Cauvin - Quartier Plan de Grasse 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 66 52 95 contact@logis06.com > www.logis06.com Contact: Marion MICHELON, Co-ordinator

GÎTES DE FRANCE DES ALPES-MARITIMES The "Gîtes de France" brand covers Gîte Rural (country), City break (accommodation in town), Chambre d’Hôtes "Charmance" (charming B&B), Gîte d'Étape (stop over), de Séjour (Stay) and Camping “Pré Vert” accommodation. The leisure offer is rated by thematic labelling or certification: Gîtes de Neige (snow), Gites de Pêche (fishing), Gîtes Panda, Gîtes Rando (hiking), Gîtes Vignobles (vineyard), Ecogîtes, Gîte "Tourisme et Handicap" (disabled-friendly). Group offers such as Gîtes en Village, des Gîtes avec piscine (with pool), des Grands Gîtes (large)… are available throughout the Alpes-Maritimes area. Gîtes de France are rated with 1 to 4 corn ears according to their level of comfort and can be reserved from one night to several weeks, in all seasons. Les Gîtes de France des Alpes-Maritimes has a telephone Reservation Service from Monday to Friday from 8.45am to 5.15pm non stop or via internet.

MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE > www.ot-mandelieu.fr https://activresa-secure3.icor.fr/mandelieu/

MENTON > www.tourisme-menton.fr/-Menton-French-Rivieraand http://www.hotelmenton.fr/hotel-menton/

MONACO - LE RESORT MONTE-CARLO SOCIÉTÉ DES BAINS DE MER > www.montecarloresort.com

NICE > www.nicetourism.com http://en.nicetourisme.com

ST DALMAS LE SELVAGE STATIONS DU MERCANTOUR > www.stationsdumercantour.com www.saintdalmasleselvage.com http://hiver.saintdalmasleselvage.com/reservez-votresejour

57, Promenade des Anglais - BP 21614 - 06011 NICE Cedex 1 Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 15 21 30 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 37 48 00 info@gites-de-france-alpes-maritimes.com > www.gites-de-france-alpes-maritimes.com Registration No.: IM006100054

VALBERG > www.valberg.com http://www.valberg.com/reservations.html HOTEL RESERVATION SERVICES & VILLA AND APARTMENT RENTAL 52 53

Hotel reservation services& villa and apartment rental

VILLA & APARTMENT RENTAL LEADING VILLAS OF THE WORLD CANTAMESSA CONSULTING 127, chemin de la Billoire 06640 SAINT-JEANNET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 24 75 68 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 24 75 68 > www.lvwr.com Contact: Elio CANTAMESSA elio.cantamessa@lvwr.com

IMMOSOL VACANCES 18, rue Latour Maubourg 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 94 50 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 94 06 60 > www.immosol.fr Contact: Liselore WOODFIELD liselore@immosol.fr

RIVIERA HOLIDAY HOMES 23, avenue Jean MĂŠdecin 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 16 03 44 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 16 03 90 > www.rivieraholidayhomes.com Contact: Lucienne GIULIAN Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 81 54 14 95 lucienne@rivieraholidayhomes.com

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TRAVEL AGENCIES & ORGANISERS OF STAYS / COACH COMPANIES CHAUFFEUR-DRIVEN TOURIST CAR OPERATORS TRANSPORT & EXCURSION COMPANIES / MULTILINGUAL GUIDES

INCOMING TOURISM SERVICES

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Travel agencies & organisers of stays INCOMING TOURISM AGENCIES / ORGANISERS OF LEISURE & RELATED ACTIVITIES ORGANISER OF CULTURAL ACTIVITIES / ACCOMMODATION PROVIDERS AND RELATED ACTIVITIES TOURIST BUREAUX / NICE CÔTE D'AZUR AIRPORT / COACH COMPANIES

Pursuant to new legislation - Law of 22 July 2009 - on the development and modernisation of tourist services in France, licence and/or accreditation numbers are replaced in 2012 by a registration number (numéro d’immatriculation), delivered by Atout France, the only official French State operator the sector of tourism. You will find below the different families of activities whose core business includes organising stays: receptive agencies, activity organisers in the hinterland and mountains, tourist bureaux (Offices de Tourisme), accommodation providers... Realised on 20 November 2011. Regular updates of registered tour operators available from Atout France: www.atout-france.fr

INCOMING TOURISM AGENCIES Professionals specialised in Receptive Tourism are available on the French Riviera to supply customised service for groups or individuals in business and leisure tourism and handle the organisation of your customers’ stays from A to Z. These agencies also organise various services for you (transfers, accommodation, excursions, seminars, incentives, etc.) all over the Côte d’Azur destination.

ALLIED MONTE CARLO AZUR WELCOME SERVICES

Nice Antibes

CAMBIASO ET RISSO CA. RI TOURS & CA. RI TOURS INCENTIVES

Monaco

COAST ORGANISATION

Nice

COLVERT FRANCE

Nice

CONTRASTES VOYAGES

Nice Monaco

EKYPAGE

Antibes

FRANCE FLAVOR

Biot

FRENCH EVENTS

Cannes

IKEBANA INNOVATION VOYAGES INNOVATIVE EVENTS – MEET’ IN BLUE JANETTOURS KATAPULT

Nice

Monaco Nice Valbonne

MADE IN COTE D'AZUR TRAVEL

Cannes

MEDITERRANEAN PRESTIGE

Cannes Nice

NICE VOYAGES

Nice

NOVATOURS - Groupe MATHEZ

Cannes

PARCOURS VOYAGES

Cannes

RAISING STONES EVENTS ROYAL RIVIERA TRAVEL SUNAZUR INTERNATIONAL

Nice Nice

Vence

UNITRAVEL RIVIERA

Mouans-Sartoux Nice

Monaco

VOYAGES C. MATHEZ

Nice

VOYAGES VICTORIA

Nice Monaco

Cruises Specialist

Golf Specialist

Nature Specialist

Monaco

TRANSGLOBE AZUR

WELCOME TRAVEL TEAM

Cannes Nice

V.SHIPS

Antibes

SUN HOLIDAYS RIVIERA

VIP RIVIERA SERVICE

Roquefort-les-Pins

TIVERIA ORGANISATION - DOREVA TOP CLASS EUROPEAN CRUISE SERVICES

Monaco

MONDE SANS FRONTIÈRE

PHENIX EVENTS

Biot Nice

MONACO MARITIME

Cannes Cagnes-sur-Mer

Nice

LONGITUDE 7

Valbonne

KMK TRAVEL

LIBERTY INCENTIVES & CONGRESSES France

Nice

KUONI DESTINATION MANAGEMENT LAGET & PARTNER

Cannes

CRUISE SERVICES C/O OMM

GLAUDE TRAVEL SERVICE

Business Tourism

Monaco

BALLATORE VOYAGES

CONNECT EVENTS

Leisure Tourism

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Travel agencies & organisers of stays

The initials SNAV and SMAV denote that the Agency is a member of a Syndicat National and/or a Syndicat Monégasque des Agences de Voyages in France and/or in the Principality of Monaco.

ALLIED MONTE CARLO (SMAV) 57, rue Grimaldi - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 97 64 64 - Fax 00 377 97 97 64 65 RCI No.: 56 S 00119 > www.allied-europe.com AZUR WELCOME SERVICES 13, rue Andrioli - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 44 64 66 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 44 52 66 Licence No.: LI 006 00 0004 Contact: Marian LENNON info@azurwelcomeservices.com > www.azurwelcomeservices.com

CONTRASTES VOYAGES 1, rue de la Buffa - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 87 28 63 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 87 29 11 Registration No.: IM006100052 Contact: Jean-Pierre BAILLE jpbaille@contrastes.com > www.contrastes.com

CRUISE SERVICES C/O OMM (SMAV) 14, quai Antoine 1er BP 693 98014 MONACO CEDEX Tel. 00 377 93 30 22 62 - Fax 00 377 97 70 39 78 RCI No.: 98P03114 Contact: Sylvie HIROUX excursions@omm-monaco.com > www.omm-monaco.com EKYPAGE

14, avenue Frédéric Mistral - 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 74 32 57 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 33 10 80 Licence No.: LI 006 970 002 Contact: Yvette BALLATORE

Espaces Antibes - 2208, route de Grasse 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 91 88 88 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 91 88 89 Registration No.: IM006110059 Contact: Richard SANCHIS info@ekypage.com > www.ekypage.com

CAMBIASO & RISSO CA.RI.TOURS

FRANCE FLAVOR

Gildo Pastor Centre - 7, rue du Gabian - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 98 40 50 - Fax 00 377 97 98 40 60 RCI No.: 02 S 01 0060 excursions@crgroupmc.com > www.cambiasorissotours.com

30, avenue Saint-Philippe - Villa 55 - 06410 BIOT Tel. 00 33 (0)6 99 19 84 32 Registration No.: IM006100037 Contact: Anne STUDER - a.studer@franceflavor.com

BALLATORE VOYAGES

FRENCH EVENTS COAST ORGANISATION 5, rue Gabriel Faure - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 82 39 02 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 88 37 32 Registration No.: IM006110029 Contact: Gérard FARINA - g.farina@coast-organisation.com > www.coast-organisation.com

83, La Croisette - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 18 18 24 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 45 12 42 Registration No.: IM00611005 Contact: Jean-Pierre GOMBERT - jean@french-events.com > www.french-events.com

GLAUDE TRAVEL SERVICE (SNAV) COLVERT FRANCE 2 bis, avenue Durante - Centre MBE 116 - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)9 50 73 87 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)9 55 73 87 00 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 60 42 68 98 colvertfrance@free.fr Registration No.: IM006100077 Contact: Daniel Antoine TENACE, Managing Director tenace@colvertfrance.com Incoming department: Ying ZHANG yingzhang68@hotmail.com - Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 31 00 32 96 > www.colvertfrance.travel

CONNECT EVENTS 27, boulevard Montfleury - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 99 99 39 Registration No.: IM006110028 Contact: Sid SELKA - info@connectevents.com > www.connectevents.com

742, route de Grenoble - BP 3121 - 06203 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 29 50 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 29 50 10 Registration No.: IM006100003 Contacts: Véronique HERVOUET veronique@glaudetravel.com Sophie HERVOUET - sophie@glaudetravel.com Incoming departement contact: Ghislaine MISSONIER ghislaine@glaudetravel.com > www.glaudetravel.com

IKEBANA 2405, route des Dolines - 06560 VALBONNE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 89 82 92 57 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 89 82 93 57 Registration No.: IM006110012 Contact: Laeticia RICCI laeticia.ricci@ikebana-events.com > www.ikebana-events.com

INNOVATION VOYAGES

MADE IN COTE D'AZUR TRAVEL

29, rue Pastorelli - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 88 37 68 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 88 37 91 Licence No.: LI 07508 00 08 Contact: Alessandra BESIO alessandra@innovation-voyages.com Incoming department: Irina THIERY irina-thiery@innovation-voyages.com Irina DE FLERS - irina-deflers@innovation-voyages.com > www.innovation-voyages.com

37, rue d'Antibes - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 12 97 05 Registration No.: IM006110070 contact@madeincotedazur.com Contact: Monika SCHMID monika@madeincotedazur.com

INNOVATIVE EVENTS – MEET’IN BLUE (SNAV) 66, boulevard Carnot - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 99 17 18 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 68 47 69 Licence No.: LI 075 04 0038 Contact: Serge MOULIERE - serge@innovativeevents.fr > www.innovativeevents.fr

MEDITERRANEAN PRESTIGE c/o ACA - 23, rue Jean de Riouﬀe 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 99 25 91 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 39 49 53 Registration No.:IM006110070 Contact: Geneviève JOASSARD info@mediterranean-prestige.com > www.mediterranean-prestige.com

MONACO MARITIME JANETTOURS (SNAV) 86, avenue de Nice - 06800 CAGNES-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 31 29 49 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 31 86 33 Licence No.: LI 006 95 0056 Contact: Jeannette MARNIERES - janettours@wanadoo.fr > www.janettours.com

Le Ruscino – Bloc F - 14, quai Antoine 1er 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 97 50 60 - Fax 00 377 97 97 07 70 excursions@monacomaritime.net

MONDE SANS FRONTIÈRE

42, chemin Saint-Julien – 06410 BIOT Tel. 00 33 (0)6 09 09 26 32 Registration No.: IM006110047 Contact: Laeticia MORELLI - l.morelli@katapult.fr > www.katapult.fr

41, rue Hôtel des Postes - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 03 02 20 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 87 92 59 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 21 21 62 07 Licence No.: LI 075 96 0034 Contact: Christine BESNARD christine.besnard@msfonline.net > www.msftravel.com

KMK TRAVEL (SNAV)

NICE VOYAGES

29, rue Pastorelli - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 87 57 92 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 88 89 61 Registration No.: IM006100021 Contact: Victoria GRATTAROLA - kmktravel@orange.fr > www.kmktravel.com

10, rue Lamartine - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 13 36 86 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 13 36 89 Registration No.: IM006100086 Contact: Gilles STALLINS nice@nicevoyages.fr > www.nicevoyages.fr

KATAPULT

KUONI DESTINATION MANAGEMENT 31, avenue Jean Médecin - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)1 55 87 85 50 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 88 41 24 Licence No.: LI 093 09 0004 Contact: Jean ROUSSEL - jean.roussel@fr.kuoni.com > www.kuoni-dmc.com

LAGET & PARTNERS Château Amiral, Bloc B - 42, boulevard d’Italie 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 70 70 32 – Fax 00 377 97 70 70 33 RCI No.: 10 S 05200 Contact: Brigitte BAILET - brigitte.bailet@matheztravel.com > www.laget-partners.com

LIBERTY INCENTIVES & CONGRESSES FRANCE (SNAV ) 3, rue Alphonse Karr - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 00 57 80 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 00 32 42 Registration No.: IM092100083 Contact: Élisabeth CLARES - eli.clares@liberty-incentive.fr > www.liberty-incentive.net

LONGITUDE 7 (SNAV) 1133, avenue de Pierrefeu - 06560 VALBONNE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 12 06 92 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 92 14 93 Registration No.: IM006110064 Contacts: Paul MASSIANI - paul.massiani@longitude7.com Jérôme VRIGNAULT - jerome.vrignault@longitude7.com > www.longitude7.com

NOVATOURS - GROUPE MATHEZ (SNAV) 9, rue de Lille - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 06 70 69 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 46 44 83 Registration No.: IM006110007 Contacts: Brigitte BAILET brigitte.bailet@matheztravel.com Isabelle LACOMBE isabelle.lacombe@matheztravel.com > www.novatours-dmc.com

PARCOURS VOYAGES (SNAV) 8, boulevard d’Alsace - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 06 67 15 - Fax 00 33(0)4 93 99 06 60 Licence No.: LI 006 01 0009 Contacts: Pascale DESPIERES pascale-golf@parcours-voyages.com Jérôme GONZALEZ jerome-golf@parcours-voyages.com > www.parcours-voyages.com

PHENIX EVENTS Domaine des 3 Feuillets - Cedex 19 06330 ROQUEFORT-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 95 52 22 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 70 57 43 Registration No.: IM006110051 Contact: Menno MEYER, Managing Director menno.meyer@phenix-events.com > www.phenix-events.com TRAVEL AGENCIES & ORGANISERS OF STAYS 60 61

Travel agencies & organisers of stays

RAISING STONES EVENTS

VIP RIVIERA SERVICE

Le Parc B1 – 1140, route de St Jean Résidence 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)6 18 03 03 09 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 83 33 18 32 Registration No.: IM006100068 Contact: Pierre OUDINE - info@raising-stones-events.com > www.raising-stones-events.com

205, promenade des Anglais - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 44 22 33 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 22 13 00 43 Registration No.: IM006100006 Contact: Ralph HOLT - holt@viprivieraservice.com > www.viprivieraservice.com

ROYAL RIVIERA TRAVEL (SNAV) Espace Azur - 179, boulevard René Cassin - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 72 40 40 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 72 40 41 Registration No.: IM006100058 Contact: Florent PONS - ﬂpons@royal-riviera-travel.com > www.royal-riviera-travel.com

SUNAZUR INTERNATIONAL (SNAV) 15, rue Ricord Laty - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 06 36 50 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 06 36 51 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 83 76 19 64 Registration No.: IM006100013 Contact: Frédéric PESQUIER - fred@sunazur.eu contact@sunazur.eu > www.sunazur.eu

V. SHIPS 24, avenue de Fontvieille - B.P. 639 - 98013 MONACO Tel. 00 377 92 05 10 10 - Fax 00 377 92 05 94 10 RCI No.: 97 S 03373 Contact: Giorgio MATTA - giorgio.matta@vships.com > www.vshipagency.com

VOYAGES C. MATHEZ (SNAV) 4, avenue Georges Clemenceau - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 82 68 82 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 87 93 60 Registration No.: IM006100067 Contacts: Brigitte BAILET brigitte.bailet@matheztravel.com Jean LAGET - jean.laget@matheztravel.com > www.matheztravel.com

SUN HOLIDAYS RIVIERA

VOYAGES VICTORIA (SNAV)

3, rue de Belgique - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 88 66 30 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 88 55 27 Licence No.: LI 006 95 0024 Contact: Eric ABIHSSIRA reservation@sun-holidays-nice.com

6, boulevard Victor Hugo - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 82 38 38 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 16 05 42 Registration No.: IM006110060 Contacts: Bernard CAVALIE & Hervé CANAC voyages-victoria@wanadoo.fr > www.viajes-victoria.com

TIVERIA ORGANISATION – DOREVA 6, rue Clément Roassal - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 03 68 68 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 03 68 69 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 10 25 05 30 Registration No.: IM006100073 Contact: Freddy CHEMOUNY - cfreddy@tiveria.com > www.tiveria.com

WELCOME TRAVEL TEAM - WTT (SMAV) 74, boulevard d'Italie - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 70 19 19 Contact: M. GARELLI - wtt@wtt.mc > www.wtt.mc

TOP CLASS EUROPEAN CRUISE SERVICES 14, quai Antoine Ier – 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 92 16 04 72 - Fax 00 377 93 25 31 27 RCI No.: 93 P 05595 Contact: Anne PEAULT - apeault@topclass.mc > www.topclass.mc

TRANSGLOBE (SNAV) 188, chemin Vallon Notre Dame - 06140 VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 58 79 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 58 79 05 Registration No.: IM006100016 Contact: Pascale JURANVILLE - pjuranville@transglobe.fr > www.transglobe.fr

UNITRAVEL RIVIERA 840, route de la Roquette - 06370 MOUANS-SARTOUX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 74 74 02 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 74 51 71 Licence No.: LI 006 96 0025 Contacts: Marijke OBBINK - marijke@unitravel-riviera.com Robert ODIER - robert@unitravel-riviera.com Incoming department : info@unitravel-riviera.com > www.unitravel-riviera.com

ORGANISERS OF LEISURE & RELATED ACTIVITIES AET NATURE 329, chemin du Foussa - 06540 BREIL-SUR-ROYA Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 04 47 64 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 04 47 64 Registration No.: IM006110019 Contact: Michel ROSTAGNI - aetnature@infonie.fr > www.aetcanyoning.com Activities available: canyoning, rafting, via ferrata, water trekking, mountain biking, hiking, snowshoeing.

ALPES LIGURIE PROVENCE

ÉVOLUTION 2

Les Lauriers - Hameaux du soleil 753, route de la Colle - 06270 VILLENEUVE-LOUBET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 02 08 51 - Mob. 00 33 (0)6 08 77 82 61 Registration No.: IM006100062 Contact: Denis RICHARD denis.richard-rando@wanadoo.fr > www.alprando.com Activities available: hiking, snowshoeing.

Aéroport Cannes Mandelieu n°9 06150 CANNES LA BOCCA Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 90 83 83 Registration No.: IM006100035 Contact: Gilles BOURGEOIS - coteazur@evolution2.com > www.evolution2.com Sports & adventure professionals.

ITINÉRANCE ARGOS VOYAGES 144, Corniche Paul Clermont - 06670 COLOMARS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 58 25 67 Registration No.: IM006100084 Contacts: Matthieu WHYTE matthieu.whyte@argos-rando.com Philippe DEJOUX - philippe.dejoux@argos-rando.com > www.argos-rando.com Activities available: hiking, snowshoeing.

ASSOCIATION LES CHEMINS DU BAROQUE ET DES PRIMITIFS NIÇOIS - ARTAMBULE La Chapelle - Hameau des Selves - 06470 SAUZE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 05 55 05 – Fax 00 33(0)9 70 62 19 03 Registration No.: IM006100076 Contact: Jacques PEREZ info@artambule.com > www.artambule.com Activity available: hiking.

AU FIL DE L’EAU 664, route de Valbonne 06740 CHÂTEAUNEUF-DE-GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 42 08 45 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 12 03 38 Registration No.: IM006110003 Contact: Frédéric DUCLOS info@aufildeleau.com > www.aufildeleau.com Specialised in all types of activities at sea: team building, incentive.

DÉAMBULE 5, Place St-Nicolas - 06380 SOSPEL Tel. 00 33 (0)6 82 00 15 38 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 04 20 75 Registration No.: IM006110017 Contact: David BEYE randodeambule@orange.fr Activities available: hiking, snowshoeing.

DESTINATION MERVEILLES 10, rue des Mesures - 06270 VILLENEUVE-LOUBET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 73 09 07 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 08 65 51 Registration No.: IM006110001 Contact: Isabelle CHAPPAZ info@destination-merveilles.com > www.destination-merveilles.com Activities available: hiking, snowshoeing.

ESCAPADE LES GUIDES DU MERCANTOUR Place du Marché - 06450 SAINT-MARTIN VÉSUBIE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 03 31 32 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 03 31 32 Registration No.: IM006110043 Contact: Pierre FIORUCCI - info@guidescapade.com > www.guidescapade.com Activities available: via ferrata, canyoning, rock climbing, water trekking, hiking, alpinism, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, off-piste skiing, ice cascade, heliskiing.

Villeplane - 06470 GUILLAUMES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 05 56 01 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 05 56 83 Registration No.: IM006100051 Contact: Christine KIEFFER - itinerance@nordnet.fr > www.itinerance.net Activity available: donkey packing.

ODYSSÉE VERTICALE 146 B, rue de France - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 86 71 99 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 07 14 76 Registration No.: IM006110009 Contact: Marjorie IVANKOVIC contact@odysseeverticale.com > www.odysseeverticale.com Activities available: via ferrata, canyoning, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, off-piste skiing, ice cascade, mushing.

ORGAYA RANDONNÉE ET BALADE NATURE 06000 NICE Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 13 25 01 82 Registration No.: IM006100049 Contact: SébastienYAGO - contact@orgaya.com > www.orgaya.com Activities available: hiking, donkey packing, snowshoeing.

ROYA ÉVASION 11, boulevard Bouvier - 06540 BREIL-SUR-ROYA Tel. & Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 04 91 46 Registration No.: IM006110034 Contact: François FALOCI roya.evasion@wanadoo.fr > www.royaevasion.com Activities available: canyoning, hiking, via ferrata, mountain biking, rafting, water trekking, snowshoeing.

SPACE BETWEEN La Zourcière - Quartier de la Brasque Berthemont-les-Bains - 06450 ROQUEBILLIÈRE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 03 48 57 Registration No.: IM006110058 Contact: Melvyn JONES - contact@space-between.co.uk > www.space-between.co.uk Activities available: hiking, snowshoeing.

TAOS ÉVASION 7, bis Franck Pilatte – 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 56 11 35 Registration No.: IM006100004 Contact: Fabrice MOREL - info@mercantour-evasion.com > www.mercantour-evasion.com Activities available: alpinism, rock climbing, canyoning, hiking, rafting, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing.

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Travel agencies & organisers of stays

ORGANISER OF CULTURAL ACTIVITIES CÉRAMIC CRÉA 94, boulevard Beau Rivage prolongé - 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 95 12 68 Registration No.: IM006110046 Contact: Pascale PONTET - info@ceramic-crea.com > www.ceramic-crea.com

MENTON HÔTEL PARIS-ROME *** 79, avenue porte de France – 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 35 73 45 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 35 29 30 Registration No.: IM006110016 Contact: Gil CASTELLANA - paris-rome@wanadoo.fr > www.paris-rome.com

QUALITY HÔTEL MENTON MÉDITERRANÉE *** 5, rue de la République - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 41 81 81 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 41 81 82 Registration No.: IM006110071 Contact: François MADUENO info@hotel-med-menton.com > www.hotel-med-menton.com

NICE HÔTEL MASSÉNA NICE ****

ACCOMMODATION PROVIDERS AND RELATED ACTIVITIES ON THE COAST ANTIBES-JUAN-LES PINS HÔTEL HÉLIOS **** 3, avenue Dr Dautheville - 06160 JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 61 55 25 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 61 58 78 Registration No.: IM006100088 Contact: Edouard BOUFFIER, Managing Director info@hotelhelios.fr > www.hotelhelios.fr

CANNES HÔTEL MAJESTIC BARRIÈRE ***** 10, La Croisette - BP 163 - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 77 00 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 38 97 90 Registration No.: IM006110036 Contact: Isabelle CHRISTODOULOS, Marketing Manager ichristodoulos@lucienbarriere.com > www.lucienbarriere.com

MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE MMV RESORT & SPA CANNES MANDELIEU **** (appartment hotel) 4, avenue Gaston de Fontmichel 06210 MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 48 54 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 48 54 20 Registration No.: IM006100095 Contact: Sophie GRENOUILLOUX s.grenouilloux@mmv.fr > www.mmv-resort-cannes.com

58, rue Gioﬀredo - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 47 88 88 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 47 88 89 Registration No.: IM006100078 Contact: Jacques SOUSSIN, Managing Director jacques.soussin@hotel-massena-nice.com > www.hotel-massena-nice.com

HÔTEL PARK INN NICE **** 179, boulevard René Cassin - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 18 34 16 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 71 40 63 Registration No.: IM006100031 Contact: Laeticia DAENS reservations.nice@rezidorparkinn.com > www.parkinn.com

NOVOTEL NICE AÉROPORT ARÉNAS **** 455, Promenade des Anglais - 06299 NICE CEDEX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 21 22 50 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 21 63 50 Registration No.: IM006110072 Contact: Eric MONDAIN, Managing Director h0478-dm@accor.com > www.novotel.com

GRAND HÔTEL LE FLORENCE *** 3, rue Paul Déroulède - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 88 46 87 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 88 43 65 Registration No.: IM006100074 Contact: Nicolas PATAT, Managing Director direction@hotel-ﬂorence-nice.com > www.hotel-florence-nice.com

SERVOTEL NICE ST-ISIDORE *** 30, avenue Auguste Vérola - St Isidore - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 29 99 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 29 99 01 Registration No.: IM006100009 Contact: Sylvie SERVELLA-CIPPOLINI sylvie.servella@servotel-nice.fr > www.servotel-nice.fr

ETAP HÔTEL AÉROPORT NICE ARÉNAS **

HÔTEL LAS DONNAS **

455, Promenade des Anglais - 06299 NICE CEDEX 3 Tel. 00 33 (0)8 92 68 06 49 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 21 19 74 Registration No.: IM006110072 Contact: René MIGAN, Managing Director h2579@accor.com > www.etaphotel.com

Rue Marie Madeleine - 06660 AURON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 23 00 03 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 89 88 65 45 Registration No.: IM006110045 Contact: Claude ROQUES information@lasdonnas.com > www.lasdonnas.com

VILLENEUVE-LOUBET HÔTEL SYRACUSE *** 215, boulevard Eric Tabarly 06270 VILLENEUVE-LOUBET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 20 45 09 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 02 02 27 Registration No.: IM006100048 Contact: Alexandra PELLEGRIN reservation@seasidepark.fr > www.hotel-french-riviera.com

SEA SIDE PARK (appartment hotel) 2686, RD 6007 - 06270 VILLENEUVE-LOUBET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 22 08 08 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 20 70 21 Registration No.: IM006100043 Contact: Alexandra PELLEGRIN reservation@seasidepark.fr > www.seasidepark.fr

IN THE HINTERLAND CASTAGNIERS HÔTEL SERVOTEL *** (Logis de France) 1976, route de Grenoble – 06670 CASTAGNIERS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 08 22 00 Registration No.: IM006110024 Contact: Christophe SERVELLA - hotel@servella.fr > www.servotel.fr

THROUGHOUT THE ALPES-MARITIMES GÎTES DE FRANCE DES ALPES-MARITIMES

57, promenade des Anglais - BP 21614 06011 NICE Cedex 1 Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 15 21 30 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 37 48 00 Registration No.: IM00610054 Contact: Michel FARAUT, Managing Director mfaraut@gites-de-france-alpes-maritimes.com info@gites-de-france-alpes-maritimes.com > www.gites-de-france-alpes-maritimes.com

TOURIST BUREAUX (OFFICES DE TOURISME & PÔLES TOURISTIQUES)

CARROS HÔTEL PROMOTEL *** 1ère avenue – 06510 CARROS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 08 77 80 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 08 73 96 Registration No.: IM006110050 contact@hotel-promotel.com > www.hotel-promotel.com

IN THE MOUNTAINS AURON HÔTEL LE CHALET D’AURON ***

ASSOCIATION DE DÉVELOPPEMENT TOURISTIQUE DES VALLÉES ROYA-BÉVÉRA 394, route Saint-Pierre - 06540 BREIL-SUR-ROYA Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 04 92 05 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 85 35 24 Registration No.: IM006110027 Contact: Richard COLSON, Managing Director richard.colson@adtrb.fr > www.royabevera.com

OFFICE DE TOURISME ET DES CONGRÈS DE MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE

Voie du Berger - 06660 AURON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 23 00 21 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 23 09 19 Registration No.: IM006110048 Contact: Vanessa BURGALIÈRES, Managing Director mail@chaletdauron.com > www.chaletdauron.com

806, avenue de Cannes 06210 MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 93 64 64 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 93 64 66 Registration No.: IM006110037 Contact: Béatrice PIENOEL, Marketing Manager promo@ot-mandelieu-fr > www.ot-mandelieu.fr

HÔTEL L'ÉCUREUIL **

OFFICE DE TOURISME DE MENTON

Boulevard Georges Pompidou - 06660 AURON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 23 02 72 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 23 31 03 Registration No.: IM006110065 Contact: Michel GUILLOT, Managing Director contact@lecureuil.com > www.lecureuil.com

Palais de l’Europe - 8, avenue Boyer - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 41 76 76 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 41 76 58 Registration No.: IM006100079 Contact: Danielle LEGOFF, Congress & Group danielle.legoff@ville-menton.fr > www.tourisme-menton.fr

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Travel agencies & organisers of stays

OFFICE DE TOURISME ET DES CONGRÈS DE NICE 5, Promenade des Anglais - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)8 92 70 74 07 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 14 46 49 Registration No.: IM006110026 Contact: Catherine ANOUILH, Marketing Department catherine.anouilh@otcnice.com > www.nicetourisme.com

PÔLE VÉSUBIE MERCANTOUR VAL DE BLORE Hôtel de Ville - 06450 SAINT-MARTIN VÉSUBIE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 03 60 10 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 03 60 01 Registration No.: IM0061100069 Contact: Sophie POUDOU s.poudou@cc-vesubie-mercantour.fr > www.vesubie-mercantour.com

SYNDICAT INTERCOMMUNAL DE VALBERG Place Charles Ginésy - Immeuble Les Ancolies 06470 VALBERG Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 23 24 40 Registration No.: IM006110025 Contact: Elisabeth BERRUER - eberruer@valberg.com > www.valberg.com

MAISON DU TOURISME DE VALLAURIS-GOLFE JUAN BP 155 - 06220 VALLAURIS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 63 82 58 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 63 95 01 Registration No.: IM0061110063 Contact: Corine OCCHIPINTI c-occhipinti-directionvgj@wanadoo.fr > www.vallauris-golfe-juan.com

OFFICE DE TOURISME DE VILLENEUVE-LOUBET 16, avenue de la Mer - 06270 VILLENEUVE-LOUBET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 02 66 16 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 02 66 19 Registration No.: IM006100066 Contact: Patrice DEMEOCQ, Managing Director p.demeocq@villeneuve-tourisme.com > www.villeneuve-tourisme.com

NICE CÔTE D'AZUR AIRPORT AÉROPORT INTERNATIONAL NICE CÔTE D’AZUR BP 3331 – NICE CEDEX 3 Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 21 42 47 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 21 44 03 Registration No.: IM006100059 Contact: Agnès HENRY-SCALLIET, Marketing Manager agnes.henryscalliet@cote-azur.aeroport.fr > www.nice.aeroport.fr

COACH COMPANIES Coach companies can organise transfers and excursions on request (with or without a guide, groups). Some companies organise regular day or half-day excursions for individuals.

ANT TOURISME Véolia Transport Alpes-Maritimes 17, avenue Thiers - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 00 77 86 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 00 77 97 Transport licence No.: 2008/93/0000248 Contact: Christine ICART - christine.icart@veoliatransdev.com > www.ant-tourisme.com Receptive: transport for conventions and tours: France & Europe. Fleet: 10 coaches, 4 Caravelles (7 + 1 seats). Services available: transfers, excursions, long-distance travel. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, french, italian.

AUTOCARS BAIE DES ANGES 12, avenue du Général Orly - 06300 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 54 77 78 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 27 15 02 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 11 13 64 97 Registration No.: IM006110008 Contact: Marie-Rose HIRT autocars.baie.des.anges@wanadoo.fr > www.baiedesanges.com Fleet: 13 coaches (6 to 57 seats). Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, english, spanish (catalan), french, italian, portuguese, swedish.

AUTOCARS BONNAFFOUX-BREMOND 35, rue de France - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 91 41 55 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 91 41 56 Contact: Lydie BREMOND - info06@autocarsbb.fr > www.autocars-bonnaﬀoux-bremond.fr Services available: excursions, transfers. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, french.

AUTOCARS MUSSO 310, boulevard de la Mourachonne 06580 PÉGOMAS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 42 22 36 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 40 75 76 Registration No.: IM006100083 Contact: Richard MUSSO manager@autocars-musso-stgm.com > www.autocars-musso-stgm.com Fleet: 9 coaches (26 to 59 seats). Services available: transfers, excursions, tourguides & rental. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): french, english, german.

AUTOCARS PEIRANI 258, route départementale 2204 - 06390 CONTES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 91 14 69 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 91 16 88 Registration No.: IM006100057 Contact: Jean-Luc PEIRANI - autocars.peirani@wanadoo.fr > www.autocars-peirani.fr

Fleet: luxury coaches, 100 Grand Tourisme coaches, 15 minibuses (14 to 25 seats). Services available: chauffeurs, making available, convention logistics, transfers. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, french.

ONEWAY TRANSPORTS AUTOCARS PONSOT 251, chemin des Gourettes - 06370 MOUANS-SARTOUX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 75 55 71 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 92 14 30 Registration No.: IM006100028 Contact: Claude PONSOT - autocars.ponsot@wanadoo.fr > www.autocars-ponsot.com

AUTOCARS TACAVL 117, route du Bar - 06740 CHÂTEAUNEUF-DE-GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 42 40 79 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 42 73 80 Registration No.: IM006100064 Contact: Michel MAUREL - tacavl@wanadoo.fr > www.tacavl.com Fleet: 15 coaches (53 to 61 seats), 1 minibus (8 seats), 5 vehicles adapted for disabled persons (55 seats). Language spoken by chauffeur(s): french.

AXELITIS 1, avenue des Anglais - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 89 82 09 50 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 83 06 00 75 Transport licence No: 2010/93/0000960/961 Registration No.: EVTC006110173 Contact: Thierry DESPORTE, Manager contact@axelitis.com > www.axelitis.com Rental with chauffeur: limousines, minibuses, minicars and coaches for travel in the PACA Region. Services available: transfers, excursions, tourguides. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, english, spanish, french, italian.

COMPAGNIE MONÉGASQUE D’EXCURSION 13, avenue des Castelans - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 97 30 43 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 05 19 59 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 80 86 25 72 Contact: Gérard TOMATIS excursions@omm-monaco.com Fleet: 1 Grand Tourisme coach (49 seats). Services available: excursions, making available. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, english, spanish, french, italian.

CTM - COMPAGNIE DES TRANSPORTS MÉDITERRANNÉENS Allée des Cormorans - ZI La Frayère 06150 CANNES LA BOCCA Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 90 92 92 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 47 46 97 Registration No.: IM006110057 Contact: Christophe MEDINA - cmedina@keolis.com > www.keolis.com Fleet: 4 iribus (53 to 56 seats), 2 Setra (53 to 56 seats), 1 Renault Master (8 seats). Services available: transfers, excursions and rental. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, spanish, french, italian.

54, chemin du Mont Gros - 06300 NICE Mob. 00 33 (0)6 07 33 26 61 - Tel./Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 56 52 52 Transport licence No.: 2004/93/0001073 Contact: Christian LOPES DA CONCEIDO one-way@wanadoo.fr Fleet: Grand Tourisme coaches (51 seats). Services available: transfers, excursions, tourguides, rental. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, english, spanish, french, italian.

PHOCÉENS CARS 62, avenue de l'arbre inférieur - 06000 NICE Tél : 00 33 (0)4 93 89 41 45 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 56 97 52 Authorization No.: HA 006 95 0011 Transport licence No.: 2011/93/0000700 & No. 2099/93/0000959 Contact: Jean-Philippe PEGLION, Manager jpp.direction@phoceens-santa.com Fleet: 18 Grand Tourisme coaches, including four vehicles for disabled persons (47 seats + 1 for wheelchairs). Services available: transfer, making available, etc. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): french, english.

SAM - SOCIÉTÉ DES AUTOCARS MARTIN Espace d’Activités La Vallière - BP 22 06730 SAINT-ANDRÉ-LA-ROCHE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 76 72 40 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 76 49 99 Registration No.: EVTC006100113 Contacts: Jean-Claude MARTIN - martin.jc.sam@wanadoo.fr Isabelle LEROUX, Group Manager sam@hervouetgroup.com > www.samtourisme.com Fleet: 20 coaches, plus 20 additional coaches. Services available: excursions, transfers.

SANTA AZUR 74, avenue de l’Arbre Inférieur - BP 1467 - 06008 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 54 14 49 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 54 32 97 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 16 28 28 87 Authorization No.: HA 006 95 0014 Contacts: Carine DE REYMAEKER, Marketing Manager carine@santa-azur.com Jean-Philippe PEGLION, Managing Director info@santa-azur.com > www.santa-azur.fr Fleet: 50 equipped vehicles of all sizes (luxury coaches with 31 to 37 seats, sleeper coaches and coaches with 49 to 55 seats). Services available: permanent 24/7 contact, transfers, shuttles, making available, VIP services (hospitality, interpreters, guides, hostesses, etc). Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, english, spanish, french, italian, russian.

HERVOUET TRANSPORT SERVICE - HTS 742, route de Grenoble - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 29 50 09 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 29 50 10 Transport licence No.: 2010/93/0000391 Contact: Reynald HUCK, Manager - hts@hervouetgroup.com > www.hervouetgroup.com TRAVEL AGENCIES & ORGANISERS OF STAYS 66 67

Chauffeur-driven tourist car operators

Pursuant to new legislation - Law of 22 July 2009 - on the development and modernisation of tourist services in France, licence, “grande remise” and accreditation numbers are replaced in 2012 by an EVTC registration number (numéro d’immatriculation) delivered by Atout France, the only official French State operator the sector of tourism. You will find below the names and addresses of professionals on the Riviera who respect this new legislation. We draw your attention to the fact that these service providers are in regular contact with the Comité Régional du Tourisme. We invite you to discover all the professionals registered on the official Atout France site: www.atout-france.fr

AIR NICE TOURING 8, aéroport de Cannes Mandelieu - 06150 CANNES LA BOCCA Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 90 33 66 - Mob. 00 33 (0)6 09 40 25 10 Contact: Jean-Luc AYACHE, Managing Director reservation@airnicetouring.com > www.airnicetouring.com Registration No.: EVTC006100001 Fleet: air-conditioned luxury minivan (7 seats), Mercedes Viano, Caravelle (8 seats), Mercedes Class (3 seats). Services available: making available every day 24/7, excursions, transfers. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, french, dutch and others on request.

AJM TOURING 628, chemin du Malbosquet - 06140 VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 58 57 20 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 58 68 72 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 09 66 27 05 Contact: Jean-Pierre LOCATELLI, Managing Director info@ajm-touring.com > www.ajm-touring.com Registration No.: EVTC006100054 Fleet: 1 private car, 1 minivan, 2 minicars. Services available: excursions, making available, transfers, transport logistics for events, conventions. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, chinese, spanish, french, other languages on request.

AKKA LIMOUSINE 26, vallon Sabatier - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 18 18 50 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 21 91 38 Contact: Raphaël KULA, Managing Director kula.raphael@wanadoo.fr - info@akkalimousine.com > www.akkalimousine.com Registration No.: EVTC006100149 Fleet: 13 (9 private cars, 1 minibus, 2 prestige vehicles, 1 American stretch limousine). Services available: chauffeurs, excursions, guides, making available, transfers. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, english, arabic, spanish, french, italian, russian.

ALLIANCE COMO ELITE - ACE 27, avenue Maréchal Juin - 06400 CANNES or 13, promenade des Anglais - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 39 49 49 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 18 04 35 Contacts: Pascal MEIERS, Managing Director Sophie HONNEGER, Sales Manager info@alliancecomo.com > www.alliancecomo.com Registration No.: EVTC006100092 Fleet: Mercedes Class E (3 seats), Class S (350, 500 & 600: 3

seats), Mercedes Viano (7 seats), VW Caravelle (8 seats), Peugeot 607 and Renault Espace (4 seats). Year round. Services available: transfers and making available, rental 24/7. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, english, spanish, french, italian, dutch, russian.

DREAM TOURS 72, avenue Borriglione - Vercors 4 - 06100 NICE 57, rue Grimaldi - 98000 MONACO RCI No.: 99 S 03 617 Tel. 00 33 (0)6 11 35 92 92 Contact: Alain NACACHE, Managing Director info@dream-tours.com > www.dream-tours.com Services available: transfers, excursions. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, french, italian, spanish, portuguese.

EASY DRIVERS - FRENCH RIVIERA LIMOUSINES 68, avenue Jean Médecin - 06000 NICE Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 23 10 35 39 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 71 23 67 Contact: Julien CROZET, Managing Director reservation@easydrivers.fr > www.easydrivers.fr Registration No.: EVTC006100125 Fleet: Sedans, Mercedes, BMW4x4, Viano MPV, Chrysler Voyager. Services available: transfers, excursions. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, french.

ELITE RENT MONACO 34, Quai Jean-Charles Rey – 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 77 33 11 – Fax 00 377 97 77 33 12 Contacts: Olivier CLARIOND, Managing Director olivier@elitrent.com Sophie HONNEGER, Sales Department - sophie@eliterent.com > www.eliterent.com Fleet: Mercedes Class E (3 seats), Class S: 350, 500 & 600: (3 seats), Mercedes Viano (7 seats), year round. Services available: transfers and making available, rental 24/7. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, english, spanish, french, italian, dutch, russian.

ETS - EXECUTIVE TRANSPORT SERVICE 117, boulevard Sadi Carnot - 06110 LE CANNET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 06 29 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 98 98 58 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 07 19 63 48 Contact: Piero BRUNI, Managing Director e.transport.service@wanadoo.fr > www.executive-transport-service.com Registration No.: EVTC006100071 Fleet: 5 private cars, 5 minibuses, 2 minivans, 10 coaches. Services available: excursions, guides, transfers. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, spanish, french, italian, russian.

GLAUDE TRAVEL SERVICE GTS NICE-TOURS 742, route de Grenoble – BP 3121 06203 NICE CEDEX 3 Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 29 50 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 29 50 10 Contact: Sophie HERVOUET HOLT, President info@glaudetravel.com > www.glaudetravel.com Registration No.: EVTC006100058 Fleet: private cars, VIP minibuses. Services available: making available, transfers, excursions à la carte, etc. CHAUFFEUR-DRIVEN TOURIST CAR OPERATORS 68 69

Chauffeur-driven tourist car operators

Registration No.: EVTC006100039 Fleet: 25 vehicles (3 Mercedes 1/3 passengers + 5 C6 1/3 passengers + 8 minivans 1/8 passengers + 1 Lincoln stretch limousine 1/8 passengers). Services available: excursions, making available, transfers. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): french, english, italian, spanish, portuguese, russian, german.

PROVENCE RIVIERA TOURS LUXUS LIMOUSINES Les jardins de Silenia - 22, avenue Antoine Martin - 06200 NICE Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 61 55 97 29 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 83 33 45 30 Contact: Frédéric MENUT, Managing Director contact@luxus-limousine.fr > www.luxus-limousine.fr Registration No.: EVTC006110069 Fleet: 1 Mercedes Class E (1/4 seats) - 1 Mercedes Class S (1/3 seats) - Mercedes Viano Ambiente (7 seats) Volkswagen Caravelle (1 to 8 seats). Services available: transfers, excursions, tourguides, etc. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, french, italian, other languages on request.

MARINA VIP LIMOUSINE 16, rue Louis Perissol - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 68 68 88 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 13 23 05 Mobile: 00 33 (0)7 60 60 68 00 Contact: Stéphane BOULEAU reservation@marinaviplimousine.com > www.marinaviplimousine.com Registration No.: EVTC006100016 Fleet: 2 Mercedes Class S, 1 Mercedes Class E, 2 Viano, 1 Caravelle (8 seats), 1 Grand Voyageur. Services available: transfers, excursions, tourguides, rental, making available. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, english, spanish, french, italian.

MED’TOUR 7, impasse du Coullet – 06340 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 82 92 58 Tel. reservation 00 33 (0)6 73 82 04 10 Registration No.: EVTC00611002 Contact: Yannick MIETTE - medtours@orange.fr > www.med-tour.com Services available: transfers, private tours, excursions.

MONACO PRESTIGE LIMOUSINES Le Beverly Palace - 13, boulevard de Belgique 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 33 (0)6 07 77 35 37 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 28 50 68 Contact: Serge PACTUS, Managing Director contact@mpl.mc > www.mpl.mc RCI No.: 08 S 04852 Fleet: 2 Mercedes Class S, 2 Audi A8L, 1 Audi Q7 V12, 2 Mercedes Viano and 1 Mercedes Class R. Services available: transfers and making available 24/7. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): french, english, russian, italian and spanish.

PRIVILÈGE LIMOUSINES - PRIVATE 5, rue Louis Blanc - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 01 86 - Fax 00 33 (0) 93 39 92 32 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 25 75 34 54 Contact: Stéphanie PLOT, Sales Manager commercial@le-privilege.com > www.le-privilege.com

23, boulevard Jean de Riouffe - 06400 CANNES Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 60 96 55 58 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 38 46 34 Contact: Franck PALIDE, Managing Director info@provencerivieratours.com > www.provencerivieratours.com Registration No.: EVTC006100022 Fleet: Volkswagen Caravelle (8 seats), Renault Espace (6 seats). Services available: transfers, excursions, tourguides. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, spanish, french, italian.

RAKUTABI PARTNER 346, route de Bellet - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 15 10 58 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 83 33 06 26 Contact: Bernard YI, Managing Director - bernardyi@free.fr Registration No.: EVTC006100030 Fleet: Volkswagen Caravelle (8 passengers); possibility of several more Caravelles; other types of vehicles available with estimate. Services available: transfers to all destinations, excursions in PACA and Corsica, making available and escort. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, french, japanese, other languages with guide on request.

RÉVÉLATIONS TOURS Villa Victoria - 1, avenue Cap de Croix - 06100 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 53 69 85 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 26 13 52 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 27 05 67 77 Contact: Michel LEGRAND - revelationtours@aol.com > www.revelation-tours.com Registration No.: EVTC006100072 Fleet: Caravelle (8 passengers), Mercedes Vito. Services available: transfers, excursions. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english,french.

RIVIERA DRIVER 300, chemin de la Rouguière - 06480 LA COLLE-SUR-LOUP Tel. 00 33 (0)9 75 99 92 82 84 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 32 11 50 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 89 95 80 77 Contact: Jean-Marc ISAKOVITCH, Managing Director contact@rivieradriver.com > www.rivieradriver.com Registration No.: EVTC006100026 Fleet: Mercedes Class S, E, C and Viano minibus. Services available: transfers, excursions, long distances and travel, corporate. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): french, english, others on request.

RIVIERA KANKO SERVICE 21, rue d’Italie - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 82 43 50 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 82 43 50 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 03 69 38 47 Contact: Koji INOUE, Managing Director k.inoue@wanadoo.fr > http://perso.orange.fr/rivierakankoo Registration No.: EVTC006100073 Services available: rental of car with chauffeur, tours in Japanese à la carte.

RIVIERA LIMOUSINES

TOUR AZUR

12, rue Edith Duhamel - Le Rubins - Bât. A 06230 VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)6 15 57 09 71 - Fax 00 33 (0) 93 01 94 42 Contact: Stéphane BULZOMI, Managing Director mail@riviera-limousines.com > www.riviera-limousines.com Registration No.: EVTC006110006 Fleet: all capacities on request. Services available: excursions, tourguides, rental, transfers. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, italian, french.

SARL GREEN TRANSFERT SERVICES 29 bis, avenue Saint Augustin - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 44 88 77 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 07 10 22 Contact: Julie CASUCCIO, Managing Director tourazur@tourazur.com > www.tourazur.com Registration No.: EVTC006100029 Fleet: 6 minibuses (8 seats); 4 Citroën C6 luxury leather sedans. Services available: bilingual chauffeurs, regular excursions, private transfers, “grand bus” tourguides, making available, transport to events, conventions. Reservations and assistance 24/7. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, spanish, russian, chinese (mandarin).

RIVIERA TEAM SERVICE - RTS Allée des Miroitiers - ZI Secteur A4 06700 SAINT-LAURENT-DU-VAR Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 16 39 99 59 or 00 33 (0)6 14 93 71 46 Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 56 37 54 Contact: Jean-Jacques DUPILLE, Managing Director rtstours@wanadoo.fr > www.rtstours.net Registration No.: EVTC006100015 Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): french, english.

ROYAL ROAD LIMOUSINE 1757, avenue du Général Garbay 06210 MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE Tel. 00 33 (0)6 83 30 69 48 Contact: Christian DENIS contact@royalroadlimousine.fr > www.royalroadlimousine.com Services available: transfers, making available, etc. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): french, english.

SUNNY DAYS PRESTIGE TRAVEL 8, avenue des Pergolas - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 71 10 75 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 72 33 90 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 22 20 20 82 Contact: Sauveur BARBERA, Managing Director welcome@sunnydays.fr > www.sunnydays.fr Registration No.: EVTC006110003 Fleet: 2 air-conditioned minibuses (8 seats), 1 4X4 vehicle, 1 prestige car and fleet of vintage vehicles, 1 minibus equipped to transport disabled persons (max. 2 persons with wheelchairs and 5 people accompanying them). Services available: chauffeurs, excursions, guides, rental, transfers. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, english, spanish, french, italian, portuguese.

STAR TOUR SIGHTSEEING 8, avenue de la Bornala - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33(0)6 72 40 03 53 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 83 50 01 38 infos@startour.fr > www.startour.fr Registration No.: EVTC006110059 Fleet: luxury minibuses (VW Caravelle Pullman, 9 seats, 3zone air-conditioning). Services available: transfers, excursions, rentals. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, french and other languages on request.

TRANS TOURS AZUR 470, route de Bellet - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 37 80 08 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 37 82 80 Contact: Yves MARTIN, Managing Director contact@ttazur.fr > www.ttazur.fr Registration No.: EVTC006110028 Fleet: Mercedes Class S limousine, Peugeot 607, minivan, minibus 8 seats. Services available: excursions, making available, transfers, travel in the PACA Region and long distances. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, french.

TRANS'LYNE SERVICES 108, boulevard de la Plage - Résidence “Le Lido Marco Polo” E1 06800 CAGNES-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 14 18 20 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 07 29 41 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 14 35 90 89 Registration No.: EVTC006110017 Contact: Evelyne BATTAGLIERI, Managing Director tlscotedazur@wanadoo.fr > www.tlscotedazur.com Fleet: 5 vehicles (1 private car, 2 minibuses, 2 minivans). Services available: excursions, making available, transfers.

VF LIMOUSINES 78, route de Pégomas - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)6 64 22 20 97 – Fax 00 33 (0)9 55 80 44 97 Contact: François VILLAR, Managing Director manager@vf-limousines.fr > www.vf-limousines.fr Registration No.: EVTC006100021 Fleet: Mercedes Class S 350, limousine / Mercedes Viano Xclusive. Services available: chauffeur, excursions, guides, making available, transfers. Long and short distances. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, french.

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Transport & excursion companies

The agencies listed below provide full-day or half-day services, standard tours of towns and cities or theme tours by minibus to discover all facets of the French Riviera.

ALCYON RIVIERA TOURING 28, boulevard Princesse Charlotte 98000 MONACO RCI No.: 08 S 04 887 Tel. 00 33 (0)6 80 86 43 62 Contacts: Franck BALBI - info@alcyon.mc Pierre MOINE, Co-director > www.alcyon.mc Full-day or half-day cultural excursions in minibus for 8 passengers or more. Standard excursions: Monaco, Nice, Cannes, Saint-Paul-deVence, St-Tropez, etc. Theme excursions available. We also provide multilingual guides throughout the region and Monaco. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, english, spanish, french, hebrew, italian, dutch.

DREAM TOURS 72, avenue Borriglione - Vercors 4 06100 NICE 57, rue Grimaldi - 98000 MONACO RCI No.: 99 S 03 617 Tel. 00 33 (0)6 11 35 92 92 Contact: Alain NACACHE, Managing Director info@dream-tours.com > www.dream-tours.com Full-day or half-day excursions. Standard tours or theme tours. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): english, french, italian, spanish, portuguese.

KULTOURS 28, bis avenue Bellevue - 06100 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 98 93 41 - Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 14 83 03 33 Contact: Ingrid SCHMUCKER info@kultours.fr Registration No.: EVTC006110170 > www.kultours.fr Excursions between St-Tropez and San Remo in airconditioned 7-seat minivan with qualified multilingual guide. Specialised in cultural, theme, gastronomic and “à la carte” tours. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): french, english, german and italian.

PULSAR TOURS 2, rue du Comte Vert - Le Richelieu - 06300 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 27 21 22 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 27 08 09 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 11 60 93 00 Authorisation No.: HA 006 98 0010 Contact: Guy VIGNA - guy.vigna@wanadoo.fr info@pulsarstours.eu > www.pulsartours.fr Specialised in tours of the hinterland and mountains. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): french, english, italian, portuguese. Fleet: air-conditioned Mercedes minibus.

RÉVÉLATIONS TOURS Villa Victoria - 1, avenue Cap de Croix - 06100 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 53 69 85 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 26 13 52 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 27 05 67 77 Registration No.: EVTC006100072 Contact: Michel LEGRAND - revelationtours@aol.com > www.revelation-tours.com Classic full-day or half-day tours; theme and cultural excursions with a qualified multilingual guide. Tours of the hinterland and the most authentic sights.

SANTA AZUR 74, avenue de l’Arbre Inférieur - BP 1467 06008 NICE CEDEX 1 Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 47 74 23 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 13 42 28 Autorisation No.: HA 006 95 0014 Contact: Carine DE REYMAEKER, In charge of Marketing & Development - carine@santa-azur.com > www.santa-azur.com Theme excursions (half-day or full-day), reserved for groups of 15 people. Services available: excursions & social programmes. Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, english, spanish, french, italian, russian. Fleet: 60 vehicles, minibus (15 to 25 seats), luxury coaches (31 to 37 seats), sleeper coaches and coaches with 35, 49 or 55 seats.

STAR TOUR SIGHTSEEING 8, avenue de la Bornala - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)6 72 40 03 53 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 83 50 01 38 Registration No.: EVTC006110059 infos@startour.fr > www.startour.fr Excursions in small groups starting from your hotel. Classic tours of towns and cities and half-day or full-day gastronomic discovery tours.

LIVEN UP - GREAT TOURS Space A - 208, route de Grenoble 06200 NICE Tel./Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 21 25 12 - Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 12 77 45 55 Contact: Grégory BONINI, Sightseeing Manager greattours@livenup.fr > www.greatours-livenup.fr - www.livenup.fr Full-day or half-day excursions with a guide in 8-seat luxury minibus. Prices by the seat or private. Possibility of designing your own tour (destination, departure and arrival time). Languages spoken by chauffeur(s): german, english, spanish, french, italian, dutch and russian. Fleet: 9 Volkswagen Caravelle vehicles and Mercedes Vito with 8 seats, air-conditioned.

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Multilingual Guides

ALCYON RIVIERA TOURING

CRÉATIVE RIVIERA

Le Forum 28, boulevard Princesse Charlotte 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 33 (0)6 80 86 43 62 - Fax 00 33 (0)377 54 10 54 45 RCI No.: 08 S 04887 Contact: Franck BALBI - franck.balbi@alcyon.mc > www.alcyon.mc Alcyon Riviera Touring is a certified guide-interpreter and transport agency. Our qualified, experienced team looks forward to accompanying you and enhancing your excursions, stays, seminars and incentive trips on the French Riviera. Our experience and our knowledge of the region means that we can provide you with top tips for your clients. We guarantee that our excursions in minivans are entrusted exclusively to qualified chauffeurs/guides. Languages available: german, english, chinese, danish, spanish, french, italian, japanese, dutch, russian, hebrew, swedish, polish.

12, avenue de Flirey - 06000 NICE Tel.& Fax 00 33 (0)4 89 92 39 63 Contact: Patricia ROSSI - creative.riviera@free.fr Mobiles: 00 33 (0)6 12 10 59 61 - 00 33 (0)6 60 15 34 31 Our passion: a multifaceted heritage to discover and share to make it your own. Romanesque, Baroque and contemporary architectures, the coast and hinterland past and present, painting and sculpture, from chapels with the most unusual murals to the art of today’s greatest Masters, gardens and landscapes, metamorphosis of our towns and cities and understanding of the roots of their past. Let us discover these paths together to open our eyes and senses. For over 20 years, we design our tours and yours, according to days or themes: art, history, culture, nature, gardens of the French Riviera (coast and hinterland), Provence and Monaco. For individuals or groups: associations, students, universities, convention goers and incentives. Guides with the title of Guide-Conférencier des Villes & Pays d’Art & d’Histoire, escorts, tourguides, interpreters. Languages available: german, english, spanish, french, italian, russian.

ALPES-GUIDES - INTERPRÈTES (AGI) 11, allée des Pins - Le Merryland 2 06800 CAGNES-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)6 09 88 83 83 Professional Card: GN 99/06/008 P Contact: Sylvie DI CRISTO Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 09 88 83 83 dicristosylvie@gmail.com > www.frenchrivieraguides.net Whatever excursion you wish to take between St-Tropez and San Remo, we have the guide who will adapt to your group or individual visitors. You will be convinced by our flexibility, know-how and your guide’s smile. Whether for a few hours or a several days, our experienced guides will help you discover our hidden treasures, gastronomy, culture and specifics: they will change how you see our region forever. We offer tours on foot, by coach or in private vehicles from St-Tropez to San Remo including the Principality of Monaco. Possibility of organising different exciting tours with sampling of unique local specialities in Old Nice. We are at your service year round! Escorts, guides. Languages available: english, chinese, spanish, french, italian, russian.

CENTRALISATION - SERVICES GUIDES 06 40, boulevard Maréchal Foch 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 34 58 14 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 34 58 14 Professional Card: GN 99/06/001 P Contacts: Muriel MERLI FARINA - murielmerli@hotmail.com Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 76 77 69 34 Claude LEMERDY - claudelemerdy@sfr.fr Group of professional, certified guide interpreters offering its know-howand perfect knowledge of the French Riviera to show you its landscapes, history of its museums and traditions. A dynamic team that listens to your needs for quality tourism: business tourism, cultural visits, etc. We can help organise your stay. Accompaniment, Guiding,Translation. Languages available: german, english, spanish, french, italian, japanese.

EUROGUIDES Les Amandiers - 377, chemin Lou Plan - 06510 CARROS Tel. 00 33 (0)6 11 53 48 67 Contact: Josiane AIME josianeguide@hotmail.fr Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 11 53 48 67 Certified multilingual guide association for Provence, Alps, French Riviera, Principality of Monaco region and art museums. Languages available: german, english, french, italian.

FÉDÉRATION DES GUIDES INTERPRÈTES PACA Villa Mirabella - Avenue René Maurice - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 98 88 10 23 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 98 88 10 23 Contact: Stéphanie CORNIL - stcornil@numericable.fr > www.guides-provence-cotedazur.com Federation of approximately 80 certified guides who can be contacted directly via the website (tel, fax, e-mail). Accompaniment, guiding, interpreting, translation. Languages available: german, english, chinese, italian, japanese, dutch, portuguese, russian.

GESTION CULTURELLE RÉGIONALE Résidence Bella Vista - 197, route St Antoine de Ginestière 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)6 13 80 02 75 Professional Card: GN 09/06/004 P Contact: Frédéric SERRE gcrpro@sfr.fr - serrefred@sfr.fr > www.riviera-tour-guides.com A professional association of experienced multilingual guides specialised in the entire French Riviera from StTropez to San Remo and the Principality of Monaco! “À la carte” services, standard or more unusual (entertaining, theme, cultural...) tours, always taking great care in handling logistics and technical aspects. The size of “groups” ranges from 1 to several dozen people. Gestion Culturelle Régionale (20 years in regional receptive tourism) is an association registered with the Prefecture with civil liability. Rapid response guaranteed with advice and suggestions. Languages available: french, german, english, spanish, italian and all other european languages like portuguese and dutch.

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Multilingual Guides

GUIDECÔTEDAZUR 1064, chemin Célestin Freinet 06140 VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 58 92 14 Professional Card: GN 04/06/003 P Contact: Christine GRILLOT Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 60 16 68 57 > www.guidecotedazur.eu Our association offers the services of your own experienced guide-interpreter: city tours (Nice, Cannes, Monaco, Antibes, Grasse, Vence, Saint-Paul, Biot…), museums (Matisse, Chagall, Picasso, Léger, Renoir, Maeght Foundation…), famous sites (Verdon, Loup Gorges, Estérel mountain range, Cap d’Antibes…), chapels… To explore all the wonderful facets of the French Riviera and Monaco, please consult our tour range including “Nissa, la Bella”, “French Riviera painters”…and this winter, why not enjoy the light, soIness, colours and fragrances of the mimosas, violets and olives with our “Le Bouton d’Or”, “De la Victoria à la Confiserie”, “Des caillettes à la tapenade” packages. Languages available: french, german, english.

GUIDES CENTRE RIVIERA 13, bis Boulevard Tzarevitch 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)6 60 66 31 77 Contact: Izabella LAMBLIN iza.lam@free.fr A team of partners, your local relay in the field. Cultural knowledge and logistics experience at your disposal. Languages available: english, italian, spanish, german, dutch, french.

LES GUIDES DU SOLEIL 3, bis rue Guigonis 06300 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)6 30 23 13 35 Professionnal Card: GN 03/06/019 P Contacts: Jeanne GRASSET - jeanne.grasset@wanadoo.fr Cécile RUIZ - cecileruiz@hotmail.com Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 18 17 40 52 > www.guidesdusoleil.com All guides du Soleil are guide-interpreters that hold a national or regional professional guide card. Let them take you on a voyage of discovery of the famous splendours of Provence, the French Riviera, or other regions of France. Available for all events, guiding, reception, for your visits in different languages. Languages available: english, spanish, french, italian, portuguese.

ORGANISATION LOCALE DES GUIDES AZURÉENS (O.L.G.A.) 57, vieux Chemin de Gairaut, N° 7 06100 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 98 80 54 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 84 81 71 Contacts: Gabrielle GOURDAIN Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 06 56 71 61 olga.guides@wanadoo.fr Sylvie VICENS Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 09 56 71 61 > www.guides-french-riviera.com OLGA was created in 1986 and has been in operation for 22 years. The association can provide you with the services of 19 certified guide-interpreters offering a variety of visits on themes to suit the requirements of both you and your clientele, in different languages including Japanese on request. Guiding also available in the Principality of Monaco, throughout the whole of the French Riviera from SaintTropez To Menton. Accompaniment, Guiding, Interpreting, Translation. Languages available: german, english, chinese, spanish, french, italian, japanese, portuguese, russian.

RIVIERA TOURS GUIDE 9, avenue Joseph Giordan 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)6 03 46 01 87 Professional Card: GN 09/06/002 P Contact: Jean-Paul RITROVATO Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 03 46 01 87 rivieratourguides@sfr.fr > www.riviera-tour-guides.com A professional team of multilingual guides with 15 years of experience in receptive tourism and able to manage tours, excursions, standard and traditional tours, organise ‘sporting’ and leisure activities (pétanque tournaments, treasure hunts, wine tasting...), and the logistics inherent to receptive tourism. languages available: french, english, spanish, italian, german. On request: japanese, dutch, portuguese, russian, danish, finnish and turkish.

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SEA & DISCOVERY / MOUNTAINS / ART & CULTURE GARDENS, PARKS, FLOWERS & PERFUMES / ART & CRAFTS VISIT IDEAS / GASTRONOMY & RESTAURANTS / GOLF / WELL-BEING FRENCH RIVIERA LEISURE & HORSE RACING TRACK / SHOPPING

THEMED STAY SUGGESTIONS

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The Sea & discovery CAPE WALKS / OUTINGS AROUND THE ISLANDS / NAUTICAL ACTIVITIES / BOAT EXCURSIONS TOURIST VISITS / FRENCH RIVIERA, PLEASURE DESTINATION / FRENCH RIVIERA, CRUISE DESTINATION

A string of renowned seaside resorts along 120 kms of coastline blessed with 40 kms of sandy or pebbled beaches, outstanding locations, capes, islands. The French Riviera, where legend has it you can ﬁnd the most beautiful light in the world, is a magniﬁcent maritime playground. Treat yourself to beauty, relaxation and live your dream. Allow yourself to be cocooned by soothing, surprisingly wonderful treatments to suit your mood and your desires. Take a trip out to sea in a boat excursion or quite simply enjoy a walk along the capes...

CAPE WALKS Enjoy a coastal walk. Let yourself by captivated by the beauty of the decor. A host of coastal paths follow the contours of the capes, Cap Martin, Cap d’Ail, Cap Ferrat, Cap d’Antibes… Enjoy the peace and beauty of the Iles de Lérins… Highlights include fortiﬁcations, lighthouses, villas on the water’s edge…

CAP MARTIN 3 kms - 45 minutes of typically Mediterranean vegetation broom, myrtles, pistachios, Aleppo pines - along the coastal path. Follow in the footsteps of Nietzsche and above all Corbusier, whose “cabanon” architectural concept can be found along the way.

CAP D’AIL 3.6 kms, a magniﬁcent path running from Mala beach to Marquet beach. This coastal walk takes approximately 1 hr. Discover a wealth of ﬂora, geology plus the architecture of its “Belle Époque” villas.

OUTINGS AROUND THE ISLANDS With their rich history and legends, the Isles of St-Honorat and Ste-Marguerite in the Bay of Cannes, separated by Passage du Frioul, form the Isles of Lérins. These islands offer the calm of their pristine natural setting. Discover: • Isle of Ste-Marguerite: pine and eucalyptus forest, Fort Royal with the cell once occupied by the Man in the Iron Mask, Musée de la Mer. • Isle of St-Honorat, belonging to the Cistercian monastic community: fortified monastery, Abbey.

NAUTICAL ACTIVITIES The Mediterranean, so often light and sunny, is a real treat all year round. All along the French Riviera you will find a club, a nautical centre, a company offering all types of activities under fully qualified supervision: sailing, windsurfing, kite surfing, water skiing, rowing, canoeing, sea kayaking, underwater diving, snorkelling, sea fishing. List of professionals on: www.frenchriviera-tourism.com

CAP FERRAT 11 kms of coastal paths (approximately 2hrs30) around the “millionaires’ peninsula”, a veritable haven of tranquillity with its sumptuous villas. Be sure to take the Promenade de la Sainte Hospice (45 mins) lined with Aleppo pines. Another path (approximately 1 hr) connects Lilong cove to Passable beach and another leads to Port de Saint-Jean via the Chemin du Roy running along the former property of King Leopold II of Belgium. A coastal walk past chalky creeks, cliﬀs and luxuriant vegetation.

CAP D’ANTIBES An exceptional coastal walk 2.7 kms long (approximately 1hr30) the length of a wild coastline with crashing waves. Take a path bordered by Aleppo pines to the southern tip of the peninsula between Antibes and Juan-les-Pins and its sanctuary Notre-Dame de la Garoupe taking in some of the most beautiful French Riviera panoramas along the way.

BOAT EXCURSIONS Many companies oﬀer sea trips from the diﬀerent French Riviera ports, regular and/or on request.

REGULARLY SCHEDULED EXCURSIONS CANNES

PLANARIA Quai des Iles (parking Laubeuf) - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 71 38 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 98 71 37 > www.cannes-ilesdelerins.com Contact: Oahn DAVID, Sales assistant planaria@abbayedelerins.com 20-minute sea trips across Cannes bay, Planaria oﬀers excursions departing from Cannes Old port to discover SaintHonorat Island, home to the monastery of the Cistercians of the Immaculate Conception for 16 centuries. The private island, home to 25 monks which inhabit this sunshine paradise, is a verdant, fresh gem, an oasis of silence. You are invited to share their world. Walkers and pilgrims are welcome every day on condition that they protect nature and respect monastic life. Round trip prices: adults €13, children (aged 5 to 10 years) €6.5, groups €10, groups €9.5 from 10 people.

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The Sea & discovery

RIVIERA LINES CANNES Vieux Port - Quai Laubeuf - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 71 31 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 98 71 32 croisieres@riviera-lines.com > www.riviera-lines.com Departing from Cannes, excursions to Sainte-Marguerite Island all year round. Sea shuttle to Juan-les-Pins and GolfeJuan from April to October. Minimum capacities: 200 pers. - max: 200 pers. Prices: children (5-10 years) €7, groups on request, individuals €10.50.

TRANS CÔTE D’AZUR Vieux Port - 20, Quai Laubeuf - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 71 30 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 38 69 02 croisieres@trans-cote-azur.com > www.trans-cote-azur.com Contact: Cécile ARNAL - carnal@trans-cote-azur.com Trans Côte d’Azur oﬀers excursions departing from Cannes old port to Lérins Islands (Ile Sainte-Marguerite) and the Corniche d’or, Monaco and Saint-Tropez during high season only. Minimum capacity: 200. Maximum: 380 depending on boat size. Lérins Islands prices: adults €12, children €7.50. Last tour special price €9.50, discounted price €11. Exclusive charters. GOLFE-JUAN

RIVIERA LINES GOLFE-JUAN Quai Saint Pierre - Vieux-Port - 06220 GOLFE-JUAN Tel. 00 33 (0)6 27 96 66 81 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 38 69 02 croisieres@riviera-lines.com > www.riviera-lines.com Departing from Golfe-Juan, excursions to Sainte-Marguerite Island, Corniche d’Or, Saint-Tropez, Monaco. Fireworks in Cannes bay and sea shuttle to Cannes from April to October. Min capacity: 100 – maxi 200 pers. Open from April to October. Prices: €10 children (4 to 10 years), individuals €16, groups on request.

MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE

COMPAGNIE MARITIME NAPOULOISE La Napoule port - 06210 MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 71 31 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 98 71 32 croisieres@compagnie-maritime-napouloise.com > www.compagnie-maritime-napouloise.com Contact: Cécile ARNAL - carnal@trans-cote-azur.com • Departure from Mandelieu-La Napoule to the Isle of Sainte-Marguerite: Rates: €16 adults, €10 children (age 4 to 10) • Excursion with guided tour along the Esterel Massif: Rates: €19 adults, €13 children (age 4 to 10) • Monaco: €48 adults, €31 children. Reservation required. Open from May to September. Chartering with possibility of excursions - programme à la carte, outings at night and musical entertainment. Groups only - Group rates on request from the Sales Department. MENTON

LA BALADE EN MER MENTONNAISE Quai Napoléon III - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)6 09 60 11 72 - labaladeenmer@yahoo.fr Contact: Christophe DUBUISSON Outing at sea to discover the French and Italian Riviera: fishing, picnic, swimming, evening, meal, fireworks... On board Le Brigantin. Sea trip, fishing parties, boat hire. Several daily departures.

A NAVY Vieux Port de Menton - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)6 11 60 01 16 - anavy@sfr.fr > www.location-bateau-menton.com Contact: Wilfrid ANCEL A dream come true! Special moments await at Menton’s Vieux Port (Old Port). Exclusive to Menton, set sail on the catamaran “Tatoune“ for a trip of a lifetime. Let the skipper and his professional crew take you on a voyage of discovery along the coast. Events, cruising, sunset, ﬁreworks… NICE

TRANS CÔTE D’AZUR Port de Nice - Quai Lunel - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 00 42 30 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 00 42 31 croisieres@trans-cote-azur.com > www.trans-cote-azur.com Contact: Cécile ARNAL - carnal@trans-cote-azur.com Departing from Nice port, the Coast trip stops at SainteMarguerite island. -Corniche d’Or -Saint-Tropez – or Monaco. Prices: Nice to Ste-Marguerite (return trip): €35 adults; €25 children (age 5 to 10). Possibility of combination ticket (Sainte-Marguerite + Corniche d'Or tour) - rates posted on the Company's website.

JUAN-LES-PINS

RIVIERA LINES JUAN-LES-PINS

VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER

Boulevard Charles Guillaumont – Ponton Courbet 06160 JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 63 86 76 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 98 71 32 croisieres@riviera-lines.com > www.riviera-lines.com Departing from Golfe-Juan, excursions to Sainte-Marguerite Island, Corniche d’Or, Saint-Tropez, Monaco. Fireworks in Cannes bay and sea shuttle to Cannes from April to October. Min capacity: 100 – maxi 200 pers. Open from April to October. Prices: €10 children (4 to 10 years), individuals €16, groups on request.

AFFRÈTEMENT MARITIME VILLEFRANCHOIS Place Wilson - Gare Maritime - Port de la Santé 06230 VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 76 65 65 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 76 97 87 amv.sirenes@wanadoo.fr > www.amv-sirenes.com Open from June to September. June to September: coastal outing at sea towards Monaco. Duration: 2 hours. June to September: 4-hour outing at sea to discover Mediterranean whales. July & August: coastal outing towards St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Duration: 1 hour.

UNDERWATER DISCOVERY JUAN-LES-PINS

MER ET VISION LE VISIOBULLE Embarcadère Courbet - Avenue Amiral Courbet 06160 JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 67 02 11 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 91 15 42 info@visiobulle.com > www.visiobulle.com Contact: Jean-Dominique GRISONI Sea trip to Cap d’Antibes with underwater viewing in Billionaires’ bay. Commentated trip: 1hr. Departure from Courbet jetty in the centre of the beaches of Juan-les-Pins, opposite the Tourist Oﬃce. Closed in bad weather only. 2011 Prices: €6.5 / €13 (standard price: children - adults), €5 / €11 (July and August price: children - adults), €4.73 / €10.42 (group price: children - adults).

Sailing area: The French Riviera, Corsica and Sardinia. Bilingual skippers. Languages spoken: french and english. Excursions departing from Cannes Old Port, Lérins Islands, Cap d’Antibes, Villefranche Straits, Cap Ferrat, Monaco and St-Tropez.

HERVOUET MARINE SERVICES – LE PRINCESS SISSI 742, Route de Grenoble – 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 29 50 07 – Fax00 33 (0)4 92 29 50 11 info@princess-sissi.com > www.princess-sissi.com Contact: Sophie HERVOUET Princess Sissi is a 22m yacht with a capacity of 12 guests for day charter, 8 guests for a cruise (4 double cabins), 20-25 people in dock for boat shows and other local events. 2-man French crew, skipper and hostess. Chartering on request for the day, evenings or for all private events. Passengers can be collected in any port on the French Riviera, custom cruises for 8 guests, evenings, incentive days, etc.

LA BALADE EN MER MENTONNAISE

“À LA CARTE” EXCURSIONS A NAVY “CATAMARAN” TATOUNE Vieux Port de Menton - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)6 11 600 116 anavy@sfr.fr > www.location-bateau-menton.com A dream come true! Special moments await at Menton’s Vieux Port (Old Port). Exclusive to Menton, set sail on the catamaran “Tatoune” for a trip of a lifetime. Let the skipper and his professional crew take you on a voyage of discovery along the coast. Events, cruising, sunset, ﬁreworks…

ARTHAUD YATCHING 61, chemin de l’Ermitage - 06160 CAP D’ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 61 51 60 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 93 10 09 contact@arthaudyatching.com > www.arthaudyachting.com Contact : Hubert ARTHAUD arthaud@arthaudyatchting.com Authorization No.: HA 006 040 001 Regattas, challenges, treasure hunts. Range of services available, 7 to 120m boat hire. Organisation of all nautical events for 10 to 1,000 people.

Quai Napoléon – 06500 MENTON Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 09 60 11 72 Contact: Christophe DUBUISSON labaladeenmer@yahoo.fr Outing at sea to discover the French and Italian Riviera: fishing, picnic, swimming, evening, meal, fireworks... On board Le Brigantin. Sea trip, fishing parties, boat hire. Several daily departures.

LIVEN UP GREAT BOATS Space A - 208, route de Grenoble – 06200 NICE Tel & Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 21 25 12 Contact: Jean-Marc AYACHE, Director Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 09 519 230 greatboats@livenup.fr > www.greatboats.livenup.fr Discover the beauty of the Riviera from the sea. Admire stunning creeks, beaches, secluded villas of celebrities. Half or full day skippered boat excursions. Boat hire of all types of yachts for individuals or groups. All year round. Languages spoken: french, english. Ports of call: Monaco, Beaulieu, Cannes, Juan-les-Pins. Special individual or group charters.

WINNER AU FIL DE L’EAU 664, route de Valbonne - 06740 CHATEAUNEUF-DE-GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 42 08 45 Registration No.:IM006110003 info@auﬁldeleau.com > www.aufildeleau.com Contact : Frédéric DUCLOS - fredericauﬁldeleau.com Relaxing days out at sea, nautical events, on all types of boat. Specialised in all types of sea activities: Bonuses, TeamBuilding, Incentives. Boat hire with crew. Groups and individuals from €50.

Cannes bay - La Napoule port 06210 MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 49 74 04 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 97 64 47 > www.winnerboat.com Contact : Jean-Luc JORET - jljoret@winnerboat.com Operating from Napoule port in Cannes bay since 1987. Motorboat and yacht hire with or without crew. All year round. Chartering & receptions / Cocktail events on board from 10 to 100 people, events organisation during festivals.

CROISIÈRE VOILE (SAILING BOAT CRUISES) 7, rue Léandre Sardou - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 02 26 Contact: Jacques SOUM - jacques.soum@free.fr “Croisière Voile” oﬀers a range of activities on board modern sailing boats; day, weekend and week-long cruises. Treasure hunts, team-building, regattas, crewing trips, etc. THE SEA & DISCOVERY 82 83

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ASSOCIATION “AU CŒUR DES VOILES” Port Vauban 06600 ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)6 09 75 40 06 oguillon@ocdinet.com > www.heartofsailing.org/acv/default_fr.html Excursions for handicapped people on board a specially ﬁtted boat. Maximum capacity: 9 passengers.

TOURIST VISITS PRINCIPALITY OF MONACO

MUSEUMS & THEME PARKS Explore the sea from the land. ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS

MARINELAND, SEALIFE PARK 306, avenue Mozart - RN 7 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0) 892 30 06 06 > www.marineland.fr Contacts: Hervé LUX, Sales Director hlux@marineland.fr Aurélie BOSCHEL, Events a.boschel@marineland.fr Welcoming over one million visitors every year, Marineland is Europe’s leading sea life park. It showcases all the wonders of the sea with its famous shows and from an environmental, research and breeding perspective. Highlights include the polar bears, great killer whale pool. dolphin and sealion shows, shark aquarium-tunnel, ray petting pool, jellyﬁsh, tropical aquariums and reefs… Last but not least a space which is a scene from the heart of the Antartica ice cap with its colony of emperor penguins and rockhopper penguins which can be viewed through a large panoramic window. Adult prices: €20 / €30 (group), €38 (individual).

MONACO OCEANOGRAPHIC MUSEUM Avenue Saint-Martin - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 15 36 00 - Fax 00 377 92 16 77 93 musee@oceano.mc > www.oceano.mc Museum to the splendour of the oceans and its Founder Prince Albert I, which occupies an exceptional location on Monaco’s Rock with its 85m south-facing facade with sea view. All sea sciences are displayed through remarkable collections of fauna and flora presented through species in their natural habitat, marine animal specimens in natural or skeleton form. Highlights include the Aquarium which offers a fabulous spectacle of exuberant underwater fauna and flora in the middle of which is the “shark lagoon”, an aquarium on two levels, where visitors can discover, on one side a portion of the barrier reef, on the other, large predator territory. Last but not least be sure to visit “Méditerranée” exhibition showcasing the beauty and fragility of this ecosystem! Adult prices: €10.5 (group), €14 (individual).

FRENCH RIVIERA, PLEASURE DESTINATION As on all shores the world over be sure to enjoy the French Riviera with the wind in your hair admiring all the wonders it has to oﬀer. Capes and peninsulas dotted with luxurious properties between Menton and St-Tropez, Rade de Villefranche, Baie des Anges, Baie des Milliardaires… Iles de Lérins (Ste-Marguerite & St-Honorat)... Corniche d’Or to the Var or Italian Riviera towards Liguria. Let yourself go.

CRUISE PORTS ANTIBES

VAUBAN PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 91 60 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 34 74 04 > www.port-vauban-antibes.com Moorings: 1,700

GOLFE-JUAN PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 63 96 25 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 63 66 41 > www.riviera-ports.com Moorings: 854 Short stay moorings: 70 JUAN-LES-PINS

GALLICE PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 93 74 40 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 93 74 44 > www.port-gallice.fr Moorings: 525 Short stay moorings: 50 MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE

LA NAPOULE-MANDELIEU PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 97 77 77 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 97 78 78 > www.port-la-napoule.com Moorings: 917 Short stay moorings: 200

LA RAGUE PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 49 81 55 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 49 83 99 > www.ot-mandelieu.fr Moorings: 560 Short stay moorings: 130 CANNES

CANNES PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)8 20 425 555 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 98 70 01 > www.riviera-ports.com Moorings: 800 Short stay moorings: 250

PIERRE CANTO PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 18 84 84 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 94 66 18 portpierrecanto@ville-cannes.fr Moorings: 598 Short stay moorings: 90

MENTON

MENTON GARAVAN PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 28 78 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 35 48 01 > www.portdementongaravan.fr Moorings: 770 Short stay moorings: 170

MENTON MUNICIPAL PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 35 80 56 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 35 28 40 www.tourisme-menton.fr/Port-Municipal-de-Menton.html MONACO

PORT HERCULE Tel. 00 377 97 77 30 00 - Fax 00 377 97 77 30 01 > www.ports-monaco.com Moorings: 700 Short stay moorings: 30 NICE

NICE PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)8 20 425 555 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 00 42 90 > www.riviera-ports.com Moorings: 530 Short stay moorings: 35 SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT

SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 76 45 45 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 76 45 46 > www.portcapferrat.fr Moorings: 500 Short stay moorings: 15 SAINT-LAURENT-DU-VAR CAP D AIL

SAINT-LAURENT-DU-VAR PORT

Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 78 28 46 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 41 98 29 Moorings: 253 Short stay moorings: 10

Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 07 12 70 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 07 35 55 > www.port-saint-laurent.com Moorings: 1,094 Short stay moorings: 150

GOLFE-JUAN

THÉOULE-SUR-MER

CAP D’AIL PORT

CAMILLE RAYON PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 63 30 30 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 63 55 07 > www.portcamillerayon.net Moorings: 833 Short stay moorings: 79

THÉOULE PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 49 97 38 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 49 41 30 > www.theoule-sur-mer.org/index.php?id=5152 Moorings: 180 Short stay moorings: 5 THE SEA & DISCOVERY 84 85

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FIGUEIRETTE PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 75 08 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 75 03 02 > www.theoule-sur-mer.org/index.php?id=5154 Moorings: 245 Short stay moorings: 20

FRENCH RIVIERA, CRUISE DESTINATION The French Riviera: home to the most glamorous cruise destinations in the Mediterranean. The French Riviera welcomes over 1.000.000 cruise visitors all year round in 4 major cruise ports: Villefranche-sur-Mer, Nice, Cannes and Monaco. A recent addition is Antibes and Golfe-Juan. It represents 7 % of the world cruise market.

VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER

VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 01 78 05 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 76 92 33 > www.riviera-ports.com Moorings: 520 Short stay moorings: 200 VILLENEUVE-LOUBET

MARINA BAIE DES ANGES PORT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 13 32 20 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 20 45 39 > www.portmarinabaiedesanges.com Moorings: 530 Short stay moorings: 53

RESAPORTS Site for Port and Tourist Services www.resaport.com This contact enables yachtspersons to be informed in real time of the availability of berths in the diﬀerent ports of the French Riviera during a stay so they can take advantage of their stopover to discover tourist sights. CALL CENTRE: Tel. 00 33 (0)820 422 600 (€0.12/min) from France Tel. 00 39 010 2721607 from Italy

MARITIME AGENTS A maritime agent provides an interface between the ship owner/manager or charterer and the port authorities. It handles customs formalities, mooring, ring (yachting) reservations, maritime advice, crew logistics…

CAMBIASO & RISSO “Gildo Pastor Center” - 7, rue du Gabian - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 98 40 50 - Fax 00 377 97 98 40 60 Contact: Roberto OBINU - cruises@crgroupmc.com

CRUISES SERVICES - C/O OMM Stade Louis II - Entrée E - 13, avenue des Castelans - BP 693 98014 MONACO cedex Tel. 00 377 93 30 22 62 - Fax 00 377 97 70 39 78 info@omm-monaco.com

MEDACRUISE AGENCY 8, rue Allar - 13015 MARSEILLE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 91 95 21 66 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 91 95 20 98 laurent.sicard@medacruise.com

MMCI > LIST OF SAILING HARBOURS www.frenchriviera-tourism.com

19, avenue des Castelans - MC 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 10 13 30 - Fax 00 377 93 10 13 31 cruises@mmci.mc > www.mmci.mc

MONACO MARITIME Le Ruscino – Bloc F - 14, quai Antoine 1er - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 97 50 60 - Fax 00 377 97 97 07 70 cruises@monacomaritime.net - jff@monacomaritime.net

TOP CLASS EUROPEAN CRUISE SERVICES

ROYAL RIVIERA TRAVEL

”Le Ruscino” - 14, quai Antoine Ier - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 92 16 04 72 - Fax 00 377 93 25 31 27 pcourbot@topclass.mc > www.topclass.mc

Espace Azur – 179, boulevard René Cassin – 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 72 40 40 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 72 40 41 info@royal-riviera-travel.com

V.SHIPS

“Le Ruscino” - 14, quai Antoine Ier - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 92 16 04 72 - Fax 00 377 93 25 31 27 avalion@topclass.mc > www.topclass.mc

24, avenue de Fontvieille - PO BOX 639 Immeuble Aigue Marine - MC 98013 MONACO Tel. 00 377 92 05 10 10 - Fax 00 377 92 05 10 35 giorgio.matta@vships.com > www.vshipsagency.com

VOYAGES C MATHEZ 4, avenue Georges Clemenceau - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 82 68 82 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 87 93 60 cruises.nice@matheztravel.com > www.matheztravel.com

INCOMING TOURISM AGENCIES

TOP CLASS EUROPEAN CRUISE SERVICES

VOYAGES C MATHEZ 4, avenue Georges Clemenceau – 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 82 68 82 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 87 93 60 cruises@matheztravel.com > www.matheztravel.com

V.SHIPS 24, avenue de Fontvieille - PO BOX 639 Immeuble Aigue Marine - 98013 MONACO Tel. 00 377 92 05 10 10 - Fax 00 377 92 05 10 35 giorgio.matta@vships.com > www.vshipsagency.com

Maritime destination tourism agencies organising trips for cruise visitors.

ALLIED TRAVEL MONACO

CRUISE PORTS

5, avenue Princesse Alice - Le Panorama - Bloc C et D 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 97 64 64 - Fax 00 377 97 97 64 65 allied@alliedmonte-carlo.mc > www.alliedtravelfrance.com

TECHNICAL & TOURIST CONTACTS

BALLATORE VOYAGES

Technical partner: Operations & Trade Manager CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE ET D’INDUSTRIE DE NICE CÔTE D’AZUR - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 70 47 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 98 70 19 > www.riviera-ports.com Contact: Stéphane PANON, Cannes & Antibes Ports cruise manager - stephane.panon@cote-azur.cci.fr Tourist partner for excursion programme organisation: SEMEC - DIRECTION DU TOURISME ET DES CONGRÈS DE CANNES Palais des Festivals - La Croisette - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 99 84 28 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 99 84 25 > www.cannes.travel Contact: Céline TURPIN, Tourist Office Director turpin@palaisdesfestivals.com

14, avenue Frédéric Mistral – 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0) 4 93 74 32 57 - Fax 00 33 (0) 4 93 33 10 80 ballatore-voyages@wanadoo.fr

CAMBIASO & RISSO / CA. RI. TOURS “Gildo Pastor Center” – 7, rue du Gabian MC 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 98 40 50 - Fax 00 377 97 98 40 60 Contacts: Maryline ZERAVICA - Nadège FUHRER excursions@crgroupmc.com > www.cambiasorissotours.com

CRUISES SERVICES - C/O OMM Stade Louis II - Entrée E - 13, avenue des Castelans BP 693 - 98014 MONACO cedex Tel. 00 377 93 30 22 62 - Fax 00 377 92 05 19 45 excursions@omm-monaco.com

Welcome to the cruise ports of Cannes, Nice, Villefranchesur-Mer, Monaco, Golfe-Juan, Antibes and Menton.

CITY OF CANNES & CANNES PORT

KUONI DESTINATION MANAGEMENT 28, avenue Maréchal Foch - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)1 55 87 85 50 - Mobile : 00 33 (0)6 14 64 75 03 Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 88 41 24 Contact: Eliana ZAPATERRA, european sales cruises manager - eliana.zapaterra@fr.kuoni.com > www.kuoni-dmc.com

MEDATOURS AGENCY 8, rue Allar - 13005 MARSEILLE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 91 95 21 66 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 91 95 20 98 marseille@medacruise.com

MONACO MARITIME Le Ruscino – Bloc F - 14, quai Antoine 1er - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 97 97 50 60 - Fax 00 377 97 97 07 70 excursions@monacomaritime.net THE SEA & DISCOVERY 86 87

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CITY OF NICE & NICE PORT Technical partner: Cruise Sector Manager CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE ET D’INDUSTRIE DE NICE CÔTE D’AZUR Quai Amiral Infernet - 06300 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 00 42 01 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 00 42 10 > www.riviera-ports.com Contacts: Caroline VALADIE, Nice/Villefranche ports Cruise Manager - caroline.valadie@cote-azur.cci.fr Didier PHILIPPE, Operations Manager didier.philippe@cote-azur.cci.fr Tourist partner for excursion programme organisation: OFFICE DE TOURISME ET DES CONGRES DE NICE 5, Promenade des Anglais - BP 4079 - 06302 NICE CEDEX 4 Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 14 46 31 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 14 48 73 > www.nicetourisme.com Contact: Isabelle DEFOLY, Cruise Promotion Manager isabelle.defoly@otcnice.com

CITY OF ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS & VAUBAN D’ANTIBES PORT Technical partner: Operations & Trade Manager PORT VAUBAN - Avenue du 11 Novembre - 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 70 47- Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 98 70 19 > www.riviera-ports.com Contact: Stéphane PANON, Cannes & Antibes Ports Cruise Manager - stephane.panon@cote-azur.cci.fr Tourist partner for excursion programme organisation: OFFICE DE TOURISME ET DES CONGRÈS D’ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS 11, place de Gaulle - 06600 ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 23 11 31 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 23 11 12 > www.antibesjuanlespins.com Contact: Emmanuelle RAMPAL, Cruise Representative emmanuelle.rampal@antibesjuanlespins.com

CITY OF VALLAURIS-GOLFE JUAN & GOLFE-JUAN PORT Technical partner: Port Director CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE ET D’INDUSTRIE DE NICE CÔTE D’AZUR Port de Golfe-Juan - 06220 GOLFE-JUAN Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 63 96 25 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 63 66 41 > www.riviera-ports.com Contact: Stéphane PANON, Operations Manager stephane.panon@cote-azur.cci.fr Tourist partner for excursion programme organisation: OFFICE DE TOURISME DE VALLAURIS – GOLFE JUAN Square du 8 Mai 1945 - Parking Sud 06220 VALLAURIS GOLFE-JUAN Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 63 18 38 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 63 95 01 > www.vallauris-golfe-juan.com Contact: Corine OCCHIPINTI, Managing Director c-occhipinti-directionvgj@wanadoo.fr

PRINCIPALITY OF MONACO & MONACO PORT

CITY OF VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER & VILLEFRANCHE PORT Technical partner: Cruise Sector Manager CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE ET D’INDUSTRIE DE NICE CÔTE D’AZUR Quai Amiral Infernet - 06300 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 00 42 01 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 00 42 10 > www.riviera-ports.com Contacts: Caroline VALADIE, Nice/Villefranche ports Cruise Manager - caroline.valadie@cote-azur.cci.fr Didier PHILIPPE, Operations Manager didier.philippe@cote-azur.cci.fr Tourist partner for excursion programme organisation: OFFICE DE TOURISME DE VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER Jardins François Binon - 06230 VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 01 73 68 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 76 63 65 > www.villefranche-sur-mer.com Contact: Patricia BREGERE, Director ot@villefranche-sur-mer.com

Technical partner: Operations & Charter Director SOCIÉTÉ D’EXPLOITATION DES PORTS DE MONACO 6, quai Antoine Ier - BP 453 - 98011 MONACO CEDEX Tel. 00 377 97 77 30 00 - Fax 00 377 97 77 30 01 > www.ports-monaco.com Contact: Daniel RÉALINI drealini@ports-monaco.com Tourist partner: DIRECTION DE L’OFFICE DE TOURISME ET DES CONGRÈS DE MONACO 2A, boulevard des Moulins - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 92 16 60 40 - Fax 00 377 92 16 60 00 > www.visitmonaco.com Contact: Odile GIUSTI, Cruise Promotion Manager ogiusti@gouv.mc

OTHER CRUISE PORTS CITY OF MENTON & MENTON PORT Technical partner: Port Director HARBOUR MASTER OFFICE Quai Napoléon III - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33(0)4 93 35 80 56 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 28 23 13 > www.tourisme-menton.fr Contact: Michel DALMAZZO michel.dalmazzo@ville-menton.fr Tourist partner for excursion programme organisation:

OFFICE DE TOURISME DE MENTON Marketing Department 8, avenue Boyer - BP 239 - 06506 MENTON CEDEX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 41 76 53 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 41 76 58 > www.tourisme-menton.fr Contact: Patricia MERTZIG, Press & Cruise Manager patricia.mertzig@ville-menton.fr

TRANSPORT COMPANIES AIR NICE TOURING Contact: Jean-Luc AYACHE, Managing Director reservation@airnicetouring.com

ALLO TAXI CANNES Contact: Christophe MANCIET - taxi.allo@wanadoo.fr

FRENCH RIVIERA CRUISE CLUB Launched in July 2007, the aim of the Côte d’Azur Cruise Club is to promote the development of cruising on the French Riviera. The CRT Côte d’Azur is the founder member of the club alongside the Conseil général des Alpes-Maritimes, Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie Nice Côte d’Azur and Cannes, Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer tourist oﬃces. > www.frenchrivieracruiseclub.com CLUB OBJECTIVES • Federate all “French Riviera” destination tourist industry professionals. • Act as the prime contact for cruise companies and their clients. • Propose innovative products and quality in terms of excursions and discovery of our department. • Improve service quality. • Develop terminuses & increase the season. • Make local decision makers aware of the important economic fallout generated by cruising. The Comité Régional du Tourisme Côte d’Azur has been entrusted with developing the “marketing strategy”.

ALLO TAXI NIÇOIS Contact: Patrick GIOVAGNOLI - allotaxinicois@fr.oleane.com > www.taxis-riviera.fr

AZUR CONNECTION Contact: Grégory RIDAO - contact@azurconnection.com

COLUMBUS INTERNATIONAL Contact: Alexander WALTON MASTERS info@columbus-international.fr

DREAM TOURS Contact: Alain NACCACHE - infos@dreamtours.com

ELITE RENT COTE D'AZUR & MONACO Contact: Sophie HONEGGER - sophie@eliterent.com > www.eliterent.com

EWEN PRESTIGE Contact: Yannis HAMAN - ewen.ser@hotmail.fr > www.ewenprestige.com

FRENCH RIVIERA SERVICES Contact : Richard HANCQ, Managing Director info@frenchriviera-services.com

GUIDTOUR.COM Contact: Hamdi MIRA - contact@guidtour.com > www.guidtour.com

HÉLI AIR MONACO Contact : Marcel PEROTTI - m.perotti@heliairmonaco.com

CLUB MEMBERS

LIVEN UP NICE

(December 2011 - FRCC information)

Contact: Greg BONINI - greg@livenup.fr > www.livenupmonaco.com

Dynamic industry professionals from varied business sectors at your disposal.

MARINA VIP SERVICES

> FOR CONTACTS AND FULL DETAILS OF ALL STOPOVERS OR STAYS LOG ON TO: www.frenchrivieracruiseclub.com (under FRCC Partners)

Contact: Philippe RUIZ reservation@marinaviplimousine.com > www.marinaviplimousine.com

MED TOUR Contact: Aurélie BEULQUE - medtours@orange.fr > www.med-tour.com

MING TOUR SERVICES

MARITIME AGENTS (MA) & MARITIME INCOMING TOURISM AGENTS ALCEP TRAVEL & EVENTS Contact: Patricia SODA, Account Manager - patricia@alcep.fr > www.alcep.fr

KUONI DESTINATION MANAGEMENT (ARM) Contact: Jean ROUSSEL, General manager caroline.chabert@fr.kuoni.com > www.kuoni-dmc.com

TOP CLASS Contact: Pierre COURBOT pcourbot@topclass.mc - avalion@topclass.mc

Contact: Emile PHANIXAT, Manager Director mingtourservice@yahoo.fr > www.mingtourservice.com

RIVIERA DISCOVERY TOURS Contact: Jacques CYGLER - discovery06@orange.fr

RIVIERA LIMOUSINES Contact: Stéphane BULZOMI - mail@riviera.limousines.com

RIVIERA MERCANTOUR TRANSFERT Contact: Michel LAVAL riviera.mercantour.travel@gmail.com > rivieramercantourtravel.jimdo.com

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BIOT Contact: Patricia CHANIEL, Managing Director patricia.chaniel@biot.fr > www.biot.fr

CANNES (Cruise port) Contact: Céline TURPIN, Tourist Office Manager turpin@palaisdesfestivals.com > www.cannes.travel CAP D’AIL STARTOUR SIGHTSEEING Contact: Nathan HANCQ, Managing Director infos@startour.fr > www.startour.fr

THE TRAVEL EXPERT Contact: Sauveur BARBERA, Managing Director welcome@travelexpert.fr > www.travelexpert.fr

TOUR AZUR Contact: Julie CASUCCIO - tourazur@tourazur.com > www.tourazur.com

Contact: Barbara JAKOWBOSKI, Managing Director tourisme@cap-dail.com > www.cap-d'ail.com

EZE Contact: Patrice LE TIEC, Managing Director eze@webstore.fr > www.eze-riviera.com

GRASSE Contact: Pascal BROCHIERO, Managing Director info@grasse.fr > www.grasse.fr

LA TURBIE

ACCOMMODATION CHÂTEAU HÔTEL DE LA VIGNETTE HAUTE **** Auribeau-sur-Siagne Contact: Antoinette CABOT acabot@vignettehaute.com > www.vignettehaute.com

JW MARRIOTT CANNES ***** Cannes Contact: Carole FRACCHIA, Senior Sales Manager carole.fracchia@marriott.com > www.jwmarriottcannes.com

Contact: Nadège BERRO, Tourist Office Manager nadege.berro@ville-la-turbie.fr > www.ville-la-turbie.fr

LE CANNET Contact: Robert VOLPI - rm.volpi@gmail.com > www.lecannet.fr

MENTON Contact: Patricia MERTZIG, Cruise Promotion Manager patricia.mertzig@ville-menton.fr > www.menton.fr

NICE (Cruise port)

PALAIS DE LA MÉDITERRANÉE

Contact: Isabelle DEFOLY, Cruise Promotion Manager isabelle.defoly@otcnice.com > www.nicetourisme.com

Nice Contact: Andy SWANN - aswann@concorde-hotels.com

SAINT-JEAN-CAP FERRAT

ALL SEASONS HOTEL NICE VIEUX PORT *** Nice Contact: Stéphanie BONNAIRE, Managing Director allseasonshotel.niceport@shfrance.com > http://www.accorhotels.com/gb/hotel-6991-all-seasonsnice-vieux-port/index.shtml

Contact: Edith BARNIER edith.barnier@saintjeancapferrat.fr > www.saintjeancapferrat.fr

SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE Contact: Sandrine LEONARD, Managing Director direction@saint-pauldevence.com > www.saint-pauldevence.com

NOVOTEL NICE AÉROPORT CAP 3000 ***

VALLAURIS GOLFE-JUAN (Cruise port)

Saint-Laurent-du-Var Contact: Jean-Paul AUBE, Managing Director h0414-gm@accor.com > www.accorhotels.com/novotel_nice_aeroport_cap_3000.htm

Contact: Corine OCCHIPINTI, Managing Director c-occhipinti-directionvgj@wanadoo.fr > www.vallauris-golfe-juan.fr

TOURIST OFFICES

VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER (Cruise port) Contact: Patricia BREGERE, Director patricia.bregere@villefranche-sur-mer.fr > www.villefranche-sur-mer.com

ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS (Cruise port) Contact: Emmanuelle RAMPAL, Cruise Promotion Manager emmanuelle.rampal@antibesjuanlespins.com > www.antibesjuanlespins.com

BEAULIEU-SUR-MER Contact: Catherine OLIVIERI, Managing Director tourisme@otbeaulieusurmer.fr > www.beaulieusurmer.fr

ORIGINAL VISIT IDEAS CONFISERIE FLORIAN (Nice & Tourrettes-sur-Loup) Contact: Guillaumette REY, Sales Department servicetourisme@confiserieflorian.com > www.confiserieflorian.com

PARFUMERIE FRAGONARD (Grasse & Eze) Contact: Joanna CARDELLI, Cruise Manager tourisme@fragonard.com > www.fragonard.com PARFUMERIE GALIMARD (Grasse & Eze) Contact: Karine DE AZEVEDO, Development Director galimard@galimard.com > www.galimard.com PARFUMERIE MOLINARD (Grasse) Contact: Valérie CORNET-GUIGONIS, Marketing Manager vcornetguigonis@molinard.fr > www.molinard.com

> FOR DETAILS: www.frcc.fr (Free Partners Shopping section)

RESTAURANTS Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer restaurateurs offering welcome gifts. > FOR MORE DETAILS: www.frcc.fr (FRCC Partners Restaurants section)

MUSEUMS

Detailed route suggestions with practical information departing from 5 cruise ports: Villefranche-sur-Mer, Nice, Antibes, Golfe-Juan and Cannes to 21 communes in the Alpes-Maritimes.

LES THERMES MARINS DE CANNES - Cannes Contact: Patricia GERREBOO patricia.gerreboo@1835-hotel.com > www.lesthermesmarins-cannes.com

WINE BAR HÔTEL WELCOME **** - Villefranche-sur-Mer Contact: Cécile MARRONE, Sales Department cecile@welcomehotel.com

SHOPPING GALERIES LAFAYETTE CANNES Contact: Eliane LORCA - elorca@galerieslafayette.com > www.galerieslafayette.com

GALERIES LAFAYETTE CÔTE D’AZUR Nice / Cap 3000 Saint-Laurent-du-Var Contact: Emmanuel RICCI, International Promotion & Marketing Manager - ericci@galerieslafayette.com > www.galerieslafayette.com A host of shops in Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer offer discounts.

EXCURSIONS

ANTIBES BEAULIEU-SUR-MER BIOT CAGNES-SUR-MER CANNES CAP D'AIL EZE GOLFE-JUAN GRASSE LA TURBIE MENTON MONACO - MC MOUGINS NICE SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE SAINT-TROPEZ TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP VENCE VALLAURIS VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER VILLENEUVE-LOUBET

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SEAWATER THERAPY CENTRES

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Rendez-vous on: www.frenchrivieracruiseclub.com

Antibes

Gilette Contact: Sylvianne MARTELLY - sylviannemartelly@orange.fr > www.louferouil.fr

EXCURSION IDEAS

Cannes

MUSÉE LOU FEROUIL

Registration No.: IM006100049 Contacts: Jochen BOGGERO, Sébastien YAGO and Olivier DELOM, Mountain Guides contact@orgaya.com > www.orgaya.com

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Beaulieu-sur-Mer Contact: Pacôme de GALLIFFET, Managing Director message@villa-kerylos.com > www.villa-kerylos.com Combined visits proposed (Rothschild Ephrussi + Kerylos Villas)

ORGAYA

Villefra

VILLA GRECQUE KERYLOS

HIKES & NATURE WALKS

Nice

Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat Contact: Pacôme de GALLIFFET, Managing Director message@villa-ephrussi.com > www.villa-ephrussi.com

Depart

VILLA ET JARDINS EPHRUSSI DE ROTHSCHILD

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A REFERENCE INTERNET SITE / HOW TO GET THERE / MOUNTAINS – WINTER / MOUNTAINS - SUMMER ANOTHER FORM OF DISCOVERY / TOURS

Those who discover them are surprised to see the mountains in the heart of the Mercantour National Park with their peaks exceeding altitudes of 3,000 metres above sea level, so close, so accessible to the Mediterranean forests, and the capes and islands of the legendary Riviera.

HOW TO GET THERE

Because the Alps originate in the Mediterranean, on one of the world’s most illustrious shores, they have given rise to a singular luminous land, where Nature offers an incomparable palette of diversity, setting and atmospheres, for pleasure above all and for all adventures, too: this is the “other” Côte d’Azur!

BY PLANE

In the grandiose sites of the hinterland and mountains, all possible activities are within reach, both in winter and in summer.

In the resorts of Isola 2000 and Valberg, 2 mountain landing strips are accessible for private pilots with ‘qualification Montagne’ and owning their aircraft. June to October.

A REFERENCE INTERNET SITE

BY HELICOPTER (private flights) Transfers go the ski resorts of Isola 2000 and Auron in the Alpes-Maritimes.

www.frenchriviera-mountain.com To help you discover all the facets of the seasonality of the mountains in the Alpes-Maritimes département, a dedicated Internet site offers a detailed range of information for organising your stay. Complete information on activities, stays, tours, accommodation, events... in the hinterland and mountains of the Riviera. 2 main accesses:

From the Nice Côte d’Azur International Airport, 2nd busiest airport in France, access to the resorts and villages of the hinterland and mountains of the Riviera is easy. From Nice: 1½ hours by car. > www.nice.aeroport.fr

Departing from the Airport of Nice and Monaco HÉLI AIR MONACO: Tel. 00 33 (0)8 26 10 50 50 > www.heliairmonaco.com AZUR HÉLICOPTÈRE: Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 90 40 70 > www.azurhelico.com

BY COACH From the main coastal cities, many coach lines provide regular service to the main Alpes d’Azur resorts. > www.symitam.fr (in french only) Direct shuttle service •

Bus 100% Neige in the winter season Shuttles from Nice to 5 resorts: Auron, Isola 2000, Valberg, La Colmiane and Roubion (only in winter, operating daily, except for La Colmiane and Roubion). Adapted to skiers’ schedules, they offer a genuine alternative to private cars to reach the resorts. Service accessible by appointment only: > www.lignesdazur.com Rates: €4 (one way), €8 (return trip), or directly on the bus, for €5 (one way), and €10 (return trip).

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Randobus in summer Daily shuttle service from Nice to certain valleys on the Riviera. Schedules adapted for trekkers. Price: €5 (return trip). > www.cg06.fr

WINTER . . . . .

Information on the Riviera’s 14 ski resorts, Nordic and Alpine areas, snow parks, Snow activities, Calendar of events and news from the resorts, Practical information on accessibility, the roads, map of the ski runs, snow cover, etc, . Offers for stays and accommodation, . Good deals in the resorts.

SPRING, SUMMER, AUTUMN . Practical and historical information on all the valleys and villages in the Riviera’s hinterland and mountains, . All activities (trekking, canyoning, via ferrata, adventure courses...), . Many ideas for discovering the cultural heritage, . All formulas for accommodation, . The calendar of events for the year. And on the social networks: www.facebook.com/frenchrivieratourism http://twitter.com/_FrenchRiviera

BY CAR For the area of Grasse and the Estéron Valley: A8 motorway (Cannes exit), direction Grasse, departure point. For most resorts in the Mercantour: A8 motorway (Digne /Grenoble exit) and D 6202, into the upper valleys (Var, Daluis, Cians,Tinée and Vésubie). For the area of Lucéram: A8 motorway (Nice-Est exit) and Paillon Valley. For the villages in the Roya-Bévéra Valleys: A8 motorway to Ventimiglia (Italian border) and Roya Valley (direction Tende). > www.frenchriviera-mountain.com MOUNTAINS 92 93

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And to provide diversity: events, activities outside skiing and many other activities. Equipped with "no hands" technology for ski passes, so you can charge you passes directly on the Internet site. Resort accessible with the "100% neige" Bus from Nice.

Alpine skiing: 135km of ski runs. 18 ski lifts: 8 chairlifts, 6 ski tows, 3 cableways. 42 pistes: 2 green, 16 blue, 15 red, 8 black.

BY TRAIN From the main cities in France and Europe to the railway stations in Cannes, Antibes and Nice. From Nice, two rail lines service the hinterland: Nice/Digne via the Var Valley (on the picturesque "Train des Pignes" run by the Chemins de Fer de Provence); Nice/Cuneo via the Bévéra and Roya Valleys (on ‘Train des Merveilles’). > For "Train des Merveilles": www.royabevera.com > For "Train des Pignes": Chemins de Fer de Provence: www.trainprovence.com

Snowshoeing, snow park, snow biking, airboard, skijoring, ice climbing, discotheque, cinema, day-care centre (age 3 months to 3 years), ice rink, horse-drawn carriage, ski paragliding, well-being... Contacts: Thibaut SCHERBERICH, Sales Director t.scherberich@semcm.com Pascal LEQUENNE, Promotion Manager p.lequenne@stationsdumercantour.com

MOUNTAINS WINTER A world of white against a blue backdrop... Aficionados of Alpine or Nordic (cross-country) skiing, come discover the Alpes-Maritimes’s 14 ski resorts in the Southern Alps! Nearly 700km of ski runs (including 200 for cross-country skiing) with nearly a hundred ski lifts in the sun-drenched landscapes of the skiing area of the Alpes-Maritimes. A network completed by artificial snow of the finest quality, highly professional supervision with some 250 monitors and a broad range of accommodation (hotels of different categories, tourist residences, gîtes...).

ISOLA 2000 (1800m - 2610m)

INTERNATIONAL WINTER SPORTS RESORTS AURON - SAINT-ÉTIENNE-DE-TINÉE (1600m - 2450m) > www.auron.com Located less than 1½ hours from the International Airport of Nice, the resort of Auron offers visitors the comfort they seek while preserving a traditional way of life. With a 135km of ski runs and a difference in altitude of 800m, it features the finest facilities, combining pleasure and technical sophistication. A genuine village resort, Auron offers a broad range of accommodation and very competitive value for money, especially for the ski passes. Auron also means fine-quality structures ideal for toddlers and for the organisation of seminars (fully equipped modular 400m2 multipurpose room), many entertaining and sporting activities and a genuine cocktail for well-being between the snow and sunshine!

> www.isola2000.com Located less than 1½ hours from the International Airport of Nice, Isola 2000 offers a highly varied skiing area with over 120km of pistes, fine-quality cutting-edge facilities and a wide range of freestyle area. Isola 2000 enjoys excellent snow cover. This resort, directly on the ski runs, offers a broad range of accommodation with hotels, tourist residences and individual chalets with very competitive value for money for ski passes. Equipped with "no hands" technology for ski passes, so you can charge you passes directly on the Internet site. Isola 2000 will surprise you with its ﬁne-quality events throughout the season, well-being activities and thrills. Resort accessible with the "100% neige" Bus from Nice. Alpine skiing: 120km of ski runs. 20 ski lifts: 7 chairlifts, 2 gondola lifts, 10 ski tows. 42 pistes: 7 green, 21 blue, 11 red, 3 black.

VALBERG (1700m -2066m)

Cinema, automobile or motorcycle circuit, driving on ice, discotheque, marked snowshoeing trails, ice rink, luge track, multipurpose hall (entertainment and seminars), snow park/biopark, snow biking, bowling, day-care centre (age 20 months to 6 years), ski paragliding, speed riding, well-being...

> www.valberg.com Valberg is a village resort located just 86km from Nice. The skiing area offers 90km of pistes for Alpine skiing and 25km Nordic skiing trails, as well as several marked snowshoeing trails. With 400 snow guns, the resort guarantees snow cover on 85% of the area for fine dynamic skiing with "no hands" ski passes.

Contacts: Thibaut SCHERBERICH, Sales Director t.scherberich@semcm.com Pascal LEQUENNE, Promotion Manager p.lequenne@stationsdumercantour.com

Warm and welcoming, the resort earned the "Famille + Montagne" Label and provides a range of activities for all ages. Resort accessible with the "100% neige" Bus from Nice.

Alpine skiing: 90km of ski runs Nordic skiing: 25km of trails 23 ski lifts: 7 chairlifts, 16 ski tows 52 pistes: 11 green, 13 blue, 22 red, 6 black

Bars, restaurants and cafeteria, accommodation in the resort. Alpine skiing pistes, cross-country trails, snow park, family park (fun course), Big Air Bag, Piou-Piou Club, marked snowshoeing trail. Covered heated swimming pool, sports park, well-being centre. Cinema, children’s activities, media library and Maison du Mercantour National Park. Contacts: Bernard DUCATI, Ski Lift Director (SERM) serm-bernard@serm-valberg.com Carole CASANOVA, Tourist Office Manager ccasanova@valberg.com

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BEUIL-LES-LAUNES Skiing area shared with VALBERG

1500m - 2011m 115 km

CASTÉRINO - TENDE

1500m - 2000m 19 km

info@tendemerveilles.com

www.tendemerveilles.com

ESTENC- ENTRAUNES

1700m - 1850 m 11 km

mairie@entraunes.fr

www.entraunes.fr

GRÉOLIÈRES-LES NEIGES

1400m - 1800 m 60 km

8 stationsmga@yahoo.fr

www.stations-greolieres-audibergue.com

L'AUDIBERGUE

1400m - 1650m 56 km

5 info@caisse.smga@orange.fr

www.stations-greolieres-audibergue.com

LA COLMIANE-VALDEBLORE

1408m - 1850 m 30 km

5 otcolmiane@wanadoo.fr

www.colmiane.com

LE BORÉON

1500m - 1800m 30 km

ROUBION- LES BUISSES

1410m - 1920m 42 km

SAINT-DALMAS-LE-SELVAGE

1347m - 2916m 50 km

TURINI - CAMP D'ARGENT

1600m - 1920 m 15 km

3 ot-labollene@orange.fr

www.labollenevesubie.fr

VAL PELENS

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www.valdentraunes.fr

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saint-dalmas@stationsdumercantour.com www.saintdalmasleselvage.com

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WINTER ACTIVITIES PROVIDED BY PROFESSIONALS Many sporting activities are available throughout the season thanks to qualified professionals with State diplomas. Different formulas available: half-day and full-day outings, stays... for groups and individuals.

HANDISKI: SKIING FOR EVERYONE

The hinterland of the Riviera also provides facilities for a certain number of winter activities in resorts or natural areas. • Ski trecks • Snowshoeing • Ice climbing and ruisseling • Ski treckking • Off-piste skiing • Mushing • Ski-joëring • Skibob • Paraglinding • Snowmobile...

The Handiski scheme, launched by the Alpes-Maritimes Departemental Council, allows the disabled to enjoy this sport in complete safety and comfort at the region's ski resorts. As part of this scheme, in the region's major ski resorts some specially adapted equipment is available free of charge for disabled people: Dualski, Tandemski, Kartski. A website for booking equipment and an instructor www.handiski06.com This website can be used to view the availability of Tandemskis, Kartskis and Dualskis at the AlpesMaritimes ski resorts. There is an availability calender so you can book tandems and qualified instructors according to the defined conditions.

NEW FOR WINTER 2011/2012 Artificial ice cascade at Le Boréon To be undertaken on your own or under the supervision of mountain guides. Information from Pôle Touristique Vésubie Mercantour Val de Blore. > www.vesubie-mercantour.com

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AURON INCENTIVE MOTONEIGES

http://lalisier.com

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www.azurcanyoning.com

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BALADES ET RANDOS

www.balades-randos.com

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BERENGER AVENTURES

www.berengeraventures.com

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BIANCHI OLIVIER

www.bianchisports.com

BLONDEAU THIERRY

www.vallee-des-merveilles.com

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BUREAU DES GUIDES DU MERCANTOUR

www.berengeraventures.com

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CAP AVENTURE MONTAGNE

www.montagneaventure.com

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www.destination-merveilles.com

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DESTINATION NATURE

www.denature.fr

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ESCAPADE - LES GUIDES DU MERCANTOUR

www.guidescapade.com

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GITE LES MARMOTTES

www.gite-marmottes.fr

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GITE TONIC

www.gitetonic.com

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www.guides06.com

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IDEEALP

www.ideealp.com

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www.imagin-air.com

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www.auron.com

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www.orgaya.com

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ROYA EVASION

www.royaevasion.com

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SERVEL PAUL

www.casterino.com

SHERPA MERVEILLES

www.sherpamerveilles.com

SPACE BETWEEN

www.space-between.co.uk

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www.mercantour-evasion.com

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SUMMER ACTIVITIES PROVIDED BY PROFESSIONALS Just a 30-minutes drive from the Mediterranean coast, you will find a wealth of Nature activities. These sporting activities are available year round thanks to qualified professionals with State diplomas. Different formulas available: half-day and full-day outings, stays... for groups and individuals.

Between the mountains and valleys... A land of sheer adventure! With 4,500km of trails and itineraries for hiking, horseback riding or mountain biking, over 1,000km of rivers for fishing, white-water sports or canyoning, 200 caving sites, several dozen climbing sites... as well as a multitude of facilities, such as vie ferrate, adventure courses, golf courses... the Alpes-Maritimes provide a wonderful "land of sheer adventure".

LE PARC NATIONAL DU MERCANTOUR (MERCANTOUR NATIONAL PARK) Created in 1979, this 68,500-hectare protected area stretches over more than 120 kms from the Col de Tende to Ubaye. It fulfils two essential missions: protection of the natural environment, reception and information for visitors in search of nature tourism. An open air temple Mont Bégo, 2,872 m high, covers 2 valleys which are home to an archaeological treasure of over 30,000 rock carvings known as the Vallée des Merveilles (Valley of Wonders) and the Val de Fontanalbe. They were classified as Historic Monuments in 1989. Its grandiose landscape was carved out by quaternary glaciers and is dotted with amyriad of lakes. Its Bronze Age shepherds (1800-700 BC) signed their presence on the rocks. Site visits: roam free on authorised paths or with a certified guide. Practical information: Parc National du Mercantour 23, rue d’Italie - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 16 78 88 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 16 78 61 > www.mercantour.eu

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Climbing & alpinism/bungee jumping Adventure course 3 golf courses: Auron, Valberg, La Colmiane Via ferrata / Via souterrata Hiking Horseback riding Mountain biking Cyclotourism Free flying Canyoning White-water sports Caving Fishing...

1001 SENTIERS

www.1001sentiers.fr

À CHEVAL SUR LES MONTS

www.randonnees-equestres06.com

ABC D'AIR

www.abcdair.fr

ACCRO D'AVENTURES

www.accrodaventures.com

ACP DES ÉCURIES MARTI

www.carole-marti.com

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www.aetcanyoning.com

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www.alprando.com

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www.anesdeblore.fr

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www.azurvollibre.com

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www.balades-randos.com

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www.basesportnature.com

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www.berengeraventures.com

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www.bianchisports.com

BLONDEAU THIERRY

www.vallee-des-merveilles.com

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www.berengeraventures.com

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BUREAU DES MONITEURS DU PAYS NIÇOIS

www.bureaudesmoniteurs.com

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www.camp-4.com

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CANYON CIANS - Daniel Crulli

www.canyoncians.com

CAP AVENTURE MONTAGNE

www.montagneaventure.com

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www.domainedelamitie.com

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www.lerelaisdestempliers.ﬀe.com

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http://randonnees-desmerveilles.over-blog.com

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www.destination-merveilles.com

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www.denature.fr

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www.eau-vive-evasion.com

ECOLE CUMULUS

www.ecolecumulus.com

ECURIES DE L'ESPAGLIART

http://ecurie-de-lespagliart.ﬀe.com

ESCAPADE - LES GUIDES DU MERCANTOUR

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ESPACE EAU VIVE D'AZUR

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LE MARTELOT JORDI

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LES AILES DU MERCANTOUR

www.ailesdumercantour.fr

LES CALÈCHES DE LA VÉSUBIE

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LES RANDONNEURS DU MERCANTOUR

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LOU PAIS

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> LISTING OF ALL PROFESSIONALS OFFERING SUMMER ACTIVITIES AT www.frenchriviera-mountain.com

ANOTHER FORM OF DISCOVERY TOURIST TRAINS TRAIN DES MERVEILLES (TRAIN OF WONDERS) The regularly scheduled Nice-Breil-Tende train takes you for a day to the heart of a rich heritage in an exceptional setting, one of the most beautiful railway panoramas on board the ‘Train des Merveilles.’ All summer, a qualified guide provides a commentary in the train leaving Nice at 9:05am. Days on which activities are scheduled on Train des Merveilles: - Every weekend from May to October (except 1 May). - Every day from 1 June to 30 September. Train des Merveilles runs on weekends and holidays in May. Qualified guides on, board Train des Merveilles: commentary (in French & English) on the villages along the way. Departure from the main railway station in Nice (Avenue Thiers). > www.royabevera.com

TOURIST ROUTES Touring is an essential factor of the area’s attraction to tourists. Thanks to its wonderful topography (mountains & coast), the Alpes-Maritimes feature numerous walking, equestrian, tourist cycling or road tours making it one of the most popular departments for touring. The CRT supports facilities or amenities set up by the Conseil général to promote this type of tourism currently experiencing rapid growth. Mountain railway lines supplement standards means of transport and enrich the routes by offering a combined transport offer (hiking, walking train or cycle train).

AROUND AN EXCEPTIONAL CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL HERITAGE Route du Baroque ‘Nisso-Ligure” (Baroque Route) Discover 80 of the finest monuments, sacred and civil, illustrating a priceless architectural heritage from the late 16th to the early 18th centuries: chapels, churches, palaces, etc. > www.cg06.fr/fr/decouvrir-les-am/decouvertetouristique/les-routes-a-theme/les-routes-a-theme

TRAIN DES PIGNES Les Chemins de Fer de Provence provide regular service between Nice and Puget-Théniers year round. Thanks to the arrival of 4 comfortable new air-conditioned railcars, it is possible to discover the valleys between Nice and Puget-Théniers in all weather conditions. Excursion possible starting from Nice to discover Puget-Théniers and Touët-sur-Var. Excursions with a period steam engine. Les Chemins de Fer de Provence organise rides in a steam engine, a listed Historic Monument (1909) recently put back into service, between Puget-Théniers and Annot on Sundays from mid-May to mid-October, and between Villars-sur-Var and Puget-Théniers in July and August. A 1-hour trip at 20km/h, with wooden benches, open platform... (before, trip from Nice to Puget Théniers possible in traditional railcar with special schedule). > www.trainprovence.com

Route des Bréa (Bréa Route) This Route invites you to discover altarpieces by "Niçois primitives". Late Gothic (15th & 16th centuries) painters, in churches and chapels in the hinterland and mountains of the Riviera. > www.cg06.fr/fr/decouvrir-les-am/decouvertetouristique/les-routes-a-theme/les-routes-a-theme Circuit de l’Authion L’Authion Massif has been the scene of many violent combats over the ages, from the 14th century to the latest conflict in 1945. It is studded with many defensive works in a grandiose setting. MOUNTAINS 100 101

Mountains Route des Forts du Col de Tende Discovering the French forts along the Maginot Line in the Alps and the Italian fortifications facing them can be undertaken along two itineraries through the Alpine fields to the French and Italian forts.

Long-distance hiking trails (Grande Randonnée) 5 itineraries cross the Alpes-Maritimes. • GR4 - upper Provence - from Grasse to Pont-St-Esprit • GR5 - from Larche to Nice • GR52 - from Valdeblore to Menton • GR52A - panorama of the Mercantour - from Colmars to Col de Tende • GR653A - Compostela Trail - from Menton to Arles > www.cdrp06.org

Chemins du Soleil (Mountain biking) Mountain biking across the Prealps! Les Chemins du Soleil offers two 2 itineraries in the heart of Nature: over 1,000km of marked trails. They cross the Prealps from Thonon-les-Bains in Savoy to the Sea, ending in the Estéron Valley in the Alpes-Maritimes. > DETAILED INFORMATION ON THESE ROUTES AT: www.frenchriviera-mountain.com

TOURS SUGGESTIONS... Route Napoléon (Napoleonic Route) This route retraces the historic trek of Emperor Napoleon I from Golfe-Juan, after his escape from the Isle of Elba in 1815. The itinerary winds through the region of Grasse, then follows the RN 85 road through the Alps to Digne and Grenoble. > www.route-napoleon.com

AROUND THE NATURAL HERITAGE Route des Grandes Alpes (Grandes Alpes Route) From Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean Sea, Route des Grandes Alpes covers nearly 700km over 16 mountain passes for a beautiful exploration of the wilderness of the Alps... > www.route-grandes-alpes.com Via Alpina (Alpine Way) Five international itineraries (from Monaco to Trieste) through 8 alpine countries: over 5,000km of trails to discover the natural heritage of the Alps. Via Alpina crosses villages in the Alpes-Maritimes département: Peillon, Sospel, Saint-Martin-Vésubie, etc. > www.via-alpina.org

ARBORETUM DE ROURE MARCEL KROENLEIN (MARCEL KROENLEIN ARBORETUM) 06420 ROURE Tel. 00 33 (0)9 77 31 68 33 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 35 00 50 arboretum.roure@wanadoo.fr > www.arboretum-roure.org Contact: Michèle RAMIN michele.ramin@orange.fr On the edge of the Mercantour National Park, the Marcel Kroenlein Arboretum covers 15 hectares of lutite with a great variety of vegetation. The relief and the sites Southfacing exposure create a microclimate favourable to more exotic species and bring together as in a great open book mountain trees from all over the world. Tours by appointment. Discover the"Art, Nature & Gastronomy" concept. Rate: €5 adults - Groups: rates on request. Free for children with their families.

LES LAMAS DU MIRADOU (LAMAS OF MIRADOU) Col de Turini – 06450 LA BOLLÈNE-VÉSUBIE Tel. 00 33 (0)6 72 81 03 35 > www.leslamasdumiradou.com Contact: Christian GAY gay.lama@orange.fr Philippe and Christian’s llama farm is located in the heart of the wild country at the gateway to Mercantour in the Turini range. Discover and encounter this unusual animal through stories and legends. Farm meal available on reservation. Several formulas available. Rates: • €7: guided tour (1 hour - 4 people minimum). • €20: tour + walk (2 hours approx.). • €37: package including tour-walk-organic meal on the farm (10am-3:30pm approx.). • €79 to €99/person: weekend package with accommodation and table d’hôtes (off-season, outside school holidays, long weekends, other events).

LE SENTIER PLANÉTAIRE À VALBERG (VALBERG PLANETARY TRAIL) Depart from the heart of the resort and follow the hiking trail open in both summer and winter. Discover a 1: 1,000,000 reproduction of the solar systemin a natural setting. The solar is reproduced in the form of grandiose monolithic works reminiscent of Land Art representing the different planets. The Celestial walk is supplemented by numerous astronomy themed stops: educational, contemplative or relaxation. Both cultural and entertaining, this trail can be presented in two parts: A “Discovery” itinerary (3km), approx. 2 hours (full tour), 100 metres difference in altitude and "The Planetary Trail" itinerary (9.6km), approx. 4½ hours (full tour), 300 metres difference in altitude. > www.valberg.com

Keeper for a day: a morning with the Park Manager, a specialist of wolves. Return at approx. 12pm-12:30pm. Reservation required. 5 people max. Adults: €150/person, €120/person for 2 participants, €100/person for over 2 participants. • Auguste and Marie’s Farm in summer: featuring many activity all day long - caring for the animals, outings in sulkies, DIY workshops, etc. Free parking for cars and coaches. •

RÉSERVE BIOLOGIQUE DES MONTS D’AZUR (MONTS D'AZUR NATURE RESERVE)

ANIMAL PARKS SAINT-MARTIN-VÉSUBIE

ALPHA, LE PARC DES LOUPS DU MERCANTOUR (ALPHA WOLF PARK) Le Boréon - 06450 SAINT-MARTIN-VÉSUBIE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 02 33 69 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 02 05 46 > contact@alpha-loup.com www.alpha-loup.com Contact: Sophie POUDOU, In charge of communication In the Mercantour National Park, 21 wolves living in semifreedom in their natural environment can be observed from hides. Guided by the team of keepers, you can learn all about this legendary animal over the seasons. The “Time of Man” recounts tales of people and wolves, from fear to fascination through three multi-sensory shows. Prices individuals: €12 adults / €10 children (aged 4 to 12). Groups: €9 adults/ €7 children (from 20 pers.). 3 special treats: • “La Nuit des Loups” (Night of the Wolves): dinner in a hide while waiting for the wolves to howl. Reservation required. 20 people max. Adults: €32; Children: €19.

Route des Châteaux - 06750 THORENC Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 60 00 78 > www.haut-thorenc.com Contacts: Hélène THIEBAUT, Sales Manager helene.thiebaut@haut-thorenc.com Patrice LONGOUR - preserve@wanadoo.fr One thousand years after they were hunted to extinction in France, European bison and wild horses roam free on a 700hectare natural reserve on the heights of Grasse. A reintroduction project unique in the world, under veterinary supervision. Guided tours on foot (unique in Europe) or by carriage. Accommodation and board on site. Prices: • Visit + Buffet package: €21.50 children, €43 adults, €33 teenagers. • Walking guided safari: €10 children, €17 adults, €13.50 teenagers. • Guided carriage safari: €12.50 children, €21.50 adults, €17 teenagers. • Nature stay (full board accommodation + 2 guided safaris): €62.50 children, €111.50 adults, €89.50 teenagers. Open from April 1st to November 11th (inclusive) and from December 22th to January 2nd (inclusive). Outside these dates, possibility of opening for groups. Booking advised.

See Press Kit on “Les lieux de silence”

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Art & culture FRENCH RIVIERA PAINTERS' TRAIL / MUSEUMS MUST SEE FRENCH RIVIERA MONUMENTS ARTISTS & CHAPELS / CITIES OF ART & HISTORY

An abundance of locations with monuments. Museums featuring a wealth of exhibitions. Discover the stunning treasures of an exceptional cultural destination. The French Riviera has seduced and beguiled a host of famous people and artists.

FRENCH RIVIERA PAINTERS' TRAIL EXPERIENCE THE FRENCH RIVIERA LIKE A WORK OF ART… The French Riviera has been a crucible of masterpieces constituting an exceptional artistic heritage. From the coast to the villages in the hinterland, discover it in the form of museums, galleries, palaces, châteaux, chapels. The French Riviera invites you to follow its artistic trails. The trail features 80 lecterns marking all the locations where the great masters (Claude Monet, Pierre Auguste Renoir, Raymond Peynet, Chaïm Soutine, Raoul Dufy, Marc Chagall, Pierre Bonnard, Jean Cocteau) painted their pictures. See the view through the artists’ eyes. Relive their emotions as you take in its preserved landscapes. You will understand the love story which draws them so strongly to the French Riviera. > www.frenchriviera-tourism.com

MUSEUMS With nearly one hundred museums and over 150 art galleries, the French Riviera has the largest museum base in France after the Greater Paris Area.

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MUSÉE NATIONAL FERNAND LÉGER (FERNAND LEGER NATIONAL MUSEUM) Chemin du Val de Pôme - 06410 BIOT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 91 50 30 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 91 50 31 > www.musee-fernandleger.fr Museum housing a collection of over 450 works spanning Fernand Léger’s entire career from 1905 to 1955, from his ﬁgurative beginnings to his last great compositions. NICE

MUSÉE NATIONAL MARC CHAGALL (MARC CHAGALL NATIONAL MUSEUM ) Avenue Docteur Ménard – 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 53 87 20 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 53 87 39 musee.chagall@culture.gouv.fr > www.musee-chagall.fr Permanent collection of the Musée National Marc Chagall which has the largest public collection of the artist’s works in the world. Over 800 paintings, gouaches, drawings, wash drawings and pastels. The collection is displayed in a 900m2 venue. Its two rooms devoted to the Biblical message are timeless. Others are devoted to temporary exhibitions and new additions to the collection. The auditorium is famous for its 3 large stained glass windows depicting the Creation of the World. VALLAURIS GOLFE-JUAN

PABLO MUSÉE NATIONAL PABLO PICASSO LA GUERRE ET LA PAIX (PABLO PICASSO NATIONAL MUSEUM, WAR & PEACE) Place de la Libération – 06220 VALLAURIS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 64 71 83 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 64 50 32 > www.musee-picasso-vallauris.fr The Musée National Pablo Picasso, La Guerre et la Paix is housed in a Roman chapel inside the precinct of Vallauris château-museum (alongside the Magnelli Municipal Museum, Ceramic museum). In 1952, Picasso produced 2 monumental compositions facing each other on panels moulded to ﬁt the shape of the vault. War mounted on an antique chariot brings misery in its wake. Peace is depicted as a tightrope walker and a family enjoying the happiness of summer.

National Museum Contacts: > Françoise BORELLO, Visitor Development francoise.borello@rmn.fr > Dominique IOPOLLO, Museum Shop & Company Manager - museecie@rmn.fr

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TWO DEPARTMENTAL MUSEUMS NICE

MUSEE DEPARTEMENTAL DES ARTS ASIATIQUES (DEPARTMENTAL MUSEUM OF ASIAN ART) 405, Promenade des Anglais - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 29 37 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 29 37 01 arts-asiatiques@cg06.fr > www.arts-asiatiques.com Contact: Hélène CAPODANO CORDONNIER, Assistant Curator - hcordonnier@cg06.fr Museum devoted entirely to Asian art designed by Japanese architect Kenzo Tange. Its collections showcase Chinese, Japanese, Cambodian and Indian civilisations. TENDE

MUSEE DEPARTEMENTAL DES MERVEILLES (DEPARTMENTAL MUSEUM OF THE WONDERS) Avenue du 16 Septembre 1947 - 06430 TENDE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 04 32 50 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 04 32 53 musee-merveilles@cg06.fr > www.museedesmerveilles.com Contact: Charles TURCAT, Administrator Archaeological highlight of Europe, the Mont Bego region has over 40,000 rock carvings from the Bronze Age. The museum invites visitors to discover this fascinating enigma over 5,000 years old through 1,000 m2 of permanent and temporary exhibitions.

MAIN MUSEUMS ON THE FRENCH RIVIERA ANTIBES

MUSÉE PICASSO (PICASSO MUSEUM) Château Grimaldi - Place Mariéjol - 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 90 54 26/20 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 90 54 21 musee.picasso@ville-antibes.fr > www.antibes-juanlespins.com Contacts: Laure PELLETIER, Marketing Manager laure.pelletier@antibesjuanlespins.com Béatrice DI VITA, Press Attachée beatrice.divita@antibesjuanlespins.com Nathalie RADEUIL, Director of Communications and Publications - Museum Management nathalie.radeuil@ville-antibes.fr Permanent collection: drawings, paintings, sculptures, prints and ceramics and sculptures on the terrace.

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VILLA GRECQUE KÉRYLOS Propriété de l'Institut de France (KERYLOS GREEK VILLA - Institut de France Theodore Reinach Foundation) Impasse Gustave Eiffel – 06310 BEAULIEU-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 76 44 01 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 01 31 10 message@villa-ephrussi.com > www.villa-kerylos.com Contacts: Julia DA COSTA, In charge of Press Relations dacosta@culturespaces.com Pacôme de GALLIFFET, Director Reconstitution of a sumptuous palace from Ancient Greece, fully furnished and decorated. Unique in the world. CAGNES-SUR-MER

MUSÉE RENOIR (RENOIR MUSEUM) (Closed in 2012 for rehabilitation - Reopening in 2013) Chemin des Collettes - 06800 CAGNES-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 20 61 07 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 13 15 39 musees-cagnes@orange.fr > www.cagnes-tourisme.com Contact: Virginie JOURNIAC, Director of Museum musees-cagnes@orange.fr Domaine des Collettes, a haven of peace with centuries-old olive trees, charmed Renoir so much he decided to build his home here. In 1908, Renoir settled there with his family. Visitors can see his studio, twelve original paintings and ten sculptures made by the Master in collaboration with Richard Guino.

CHÂTEAU-MUSÉE GRIMALDI (GRIMALDI CASTLE MUSEUM) Haut-de-Cagnes - 06800 CAGNES-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 02 47 30 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 02 47 39 musees-cagnes@orange.fr > www.cagnes-tourisme.com Contact: Virginie JOURNIAC, Director of Museum musees-cagnes@orange.fr A former military fort, transformed in the 17th century by the Grimaldi into a lordly home, today the Château-Musée houses an ethnographic section dedicated to the olive tree, historic rooms and a section dedicated to modern and contemporary art. It organises two temporary exhibitions each year. CANNES

MUSÉE DE LA CASTRE (CASTRE MUSEUM) Place de la Castre - Le Suquet - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 38 55 26 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 38 81 50 > www.cannes.com Contact: Magali BARSANTE, Communication magali.barsante@ville-Cannes.fr Museum up on the heights of Cannes Old Town displaying collections of art and artefacts from Himalaya-Tibet, the Arctic and Oceania, a rich archive of Mediterranean antiquities, pre-Columbian ceramics and musical instruments from around the world. 19th century landscape paintings.

MUSÉE DE LA MER (SEA MUSEUM)

LE CANNET

Fort Royal de l’île Sainte-Marguerite 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 38 55 26 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 38 81 50 > www.cannes.com Contact: Magali BARSANTE, Communication magali.barsante@ville-cannes.fr Off the coast of Cannes, on the closest of the two Isles of Lérins, Musée de la Mer is located in the Fort Royal, along with the State Prisons and the cell that once held the Man in the Iron Mask, the Huguenot Memorial and murals painted by Jean Le Gac. In the ancient Roman cisterns and, on the first floor, archaeological remains from two shipwrecks and display of fragments from excavations on the island. Areas for temporary exhibitions and terrace with a panorama on the Bay of Cannes and the Southern Alps.

MUSÉE BONNARD (BONNARD MUSEUM) 16, boulevard Carnot - 06110 LE CANNET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 94 06 06 - contact@museebonnard.fr > www.museebonnard.fr Contacts: Véronique SERRANO, Curator of the Heritage vserrano@museebonnard.fr Claire PALUE, In charge of Communication cpalue@museebonnard.fr The world’s first museum dedicated to the work of Pierre Bonnard, a key figure in 19th and 20th-century art. The Museum has found its place naturally in the heart of the town of Le Cannet, where Bonnard was inspired by the landscapes and the light of southern France for nearly 22 years. The Museum hosts one or two exhibitions a year: a major exhibition in Summer and a dossier-type exhibition in Spring.

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MUSÉE INTERNATIONAL DE LA PARFUMERIE - MIP (INTERNATIONAL PERFUME MUSEUM - MIP) 2, boulevard du Jeu-de-Ballon 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 05 58 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 97 05 58 01 administration@museesdegrasse.com > www.museesdegrasse.com Contacts: Pascale BARS, Marketing pbars@poleazurprovence.com Muriel COURCHE, Communications Attachée, & Press Relation mcourche@poleazurprovence.com Guided tours and workshops: activite@museesdegrasse.com With a surface area of 3,500m² and a blend of ancient and contemporary architecture, MiP presents the history of perfumery (from Antiquity to the present). This museum, which preserves the historic heritage of perfumery, organises interactive olfactory guided tours and workshops. It offers a range of roomhire facilities for conference organisation (80-seater auditorium), temporary exhibitions or venue hire for private functions.

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MUSÉE JEAN COCTEAU COLLECTION SÉVERIN WUNDERMAN (JEAN COCTEAU MUSEUM SEVERIN WUNDERMAN COLLECTION) 2, quai Monléon - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 89 81 52 50 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 89 81 52 59 > www.tourisme-menton.fr Contacts: Pascal BRUN, Manager of Cultural Shops & Reservations for Groups - pascal.brun@ville-menton.fr Marie-Christine GONZALES, Manager of Cultural Shops & Reservations for Groups marie-christine.gonzales@ville-menton.fr This new museum dedicated to the protean poet is housed in a 2,700m² building, at the foot of the old town, across from the covered market. 300 works, renewed every year, are on display for visitors. This Museum is dedicated exclusively to the works made from 1910 to 1950. Another originality: for the very first time, Cocteau’s work is shown in all its forms, especially cinematographic.

SALLE DES MARIAGES DE L'HÔTEL DE VILLE (JEAN COCTEAU TOWN HALL MARRIAGE PARLOUR) Mairie de Menton - Place Ardoïno - 17, rue de la République 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 41 76 76 – Fax 33 (0)4 92 41 76 78 tourisme@menton.fr > www.tourisme-menton.fr Contact: Patricia BEGUIN, Manager of Guides / Heritage Department - patricia.beguin@ville-menton.fr Between 1957 and 1958 Cocteau painted large coloured frescoes on thewalls and ceiling of the Salle des Mariages at the Hôtel de Ville. Every month the Heritage Department organises a visit on the theme “Menton & Jean Cocteau”. See Press Kit on “Cocteau and the French Riviera”

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own permanent collection, the Donation Albers-Honegger, registered on the inventory of the Fonds National d’Art Contemporain. MOUGINS

MUSÉE D’ART CLASSIQUE DE MOUGINS (MOUGINS CLASSICAL ART MUSEUM)

MUSÉE JEAN COCTEAU (JEAN COCTEAU MUSEUM) Quai Bonaparte - Bastion du Vieux Port - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 57 72 30 > www.tourisme-menton.fr/musee-jean-cocteau.html Contacts: Pascal BRUN, Manager of Cultural Shops & Reservations for Groups pascal.brun@ville-menton.fr Marie-Christine GONZALES, Manager of Cultural Shops & Reservations for Groups marie-christine.gonzales@ville-menton.fr Museum housing a wealth of works by the artist: paintings, watercolours, pastels, drawings, tapestries, mosaics...

MUSÉE DES BEAUX-ARTS (FINE ARTS MUSEUM) Palais Carnolès - 3, avenue de la Madone - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 35 49 71 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 10 05 40 > www.tourisme-menton.fr/musee-des-beaux-artspalais.html Contact: Françoise LEONELLI, Curator françoise.leonelli@ville-menton.fr Based in a former summer residence of the princes of Monaco. The museum houses a stunning collection of paintings from the 13th century to the present day as well as exhibitions by contemporary artists. The garden also provides an opportunity to enjoy contemporary sculpture in the midst of an exceptional collection of citruses. MONACO

MUSÉE OCÉANOGRAPHIQUE DE MONACO (MONACO OCEANOGRAPHIC MUSEUM) Avenue Saint-Martin - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 15 36 00 - Fax 00 377 92 16 77 93 musee@oceano.mc - resa@oceano.mc > www.oceano.mc Museum to the splendour of the oceans and its Founder Prince Albert I, which occupies an exceptional location on Monaco’s Rock with its 85 m south-facing facade with sea view. All sea sciences are displayed through remarkable collections of fauna and flora presented through species in their natural habitat, marine animal specimens in natural or skeleton form. Highlights include the Aquarium which offers a fabulous spectacle of exuberant underwater fauna and flora in the middle of which is the “shark lagoon”, an aquarium on two levels, where visitors can discover, on one side a portion of the barrier reef, on the other, large predator territory. Last but not least be sure to visit “Méditerranée” exhibition showcasing the beauty and fragility of this ecosystem! MOUANS-SARTOUX

32, rue Commandeur - Vieux Village - 06250 MOUGINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 75 18 22 > www.mouginsmusee.com Contact: Mark MERRONY, Managing Director info@mouginsmusee.com Collection of Roman armour, Greek weapons, Egyptian antiquities, contemporary Greco-Roman works, plus watercolours and canvases by Picasso, Picabia, Chagall, Matisse, Cocteau, Arman, Dufy…

MUSÉE DE LA PHOTOGRAPHIE ANDRÉ VILLERS (ANDRÉ VILLERS PHOTOGRAPHY MUSEUM) Porte Sarrazine - 06250 MOUGINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 75 85 67 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 90 15 15 museephoto@villedemougins.com > www.mougins.fr Contact: Olivier LECINE, Director olecine@villedemougins.com Museum devoted to artistic photography and portraiture through the works of its founder André Villers who photographed Pablo Picasso and the artistic milieu over many years. NICE

MUSÉE D’ART MODERNE ET D’ART CONTEMPORAIN (MODERN ART & CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM) Promenade des Arts - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 62 61 62 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 13 09 01 mamac@ville-nice.fr > www.mamac-nice.org Contact: Michèle BRUN - michele.brun@ville-nice.fr Museum show casing an over view of avant-garde movements through artistic works from the early 60s to the present day.

ESPACE DE L’ART CONCRET (ART CONCRET SPACE)

MUSÉE DES BEAUX ARTS JULES CHÉRET (JULES CHÉRET FINE ART MUSEUM)

Château de Mouans-Sartoux - 06370 MOUANS-SARTOUX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 75 71 50 > www.espacedelartconcret.fr Contact: Estelle EPINETTE, In charge of Communication epinette@espacedelartconcret.fr The Art Concret Space created in 1990 in the Château de Mouans-Sartoux is one of the rare art centres to have its

33, avenue des Baumettes - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 15 28 28 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 15 28 23 > www.musee-beaux-arts-nice.org Contact: Sylvie LECAT - musee.beaux-arts@ville-nice.fr Collections of paintings and sculptures (over 600 works) from the 15th to 20th century: Van Loo, Fragonard, Chéret, Dufy, the Impressionists, Rodin, Carpeaux.

MUSÉE MASSENA (MASSÉNA MUSEUM) Palais Masséna 65, rue de France and 35, Promenade des Anglais 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 91 19 10 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 82 39 79 > www.nice.fr/culture/musees-et-expositions/le-museemassena Contact: Louis MEZIN, Curator louis.mezin@ville-Nice.fr Totally re-fitted and restored museum devoted to the history of Nice, from the First Empire to 1939: furniture, paintings, sculpture and art-objets.

MUSÉE MATISSE (MATISSE MUSEUM) 164, avenue des Arènes de Cimiez - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 81 08 08 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 53 00 22 musee.matisse@ville-nice.fr > www.musee-matisse-nice.org Contact: Marie-Pierre NICOLA, Assistant Heritage Curator marie-pierre.nicola@ville-nice.fr A permanent collection displayed in the rooms of the Villa des Arènes, a Genoese residence from the 17th century which has housed the Matisse museums since 1963. It focuses on Matisse’s artistic development, his advances and research in the areas of colour and graphic design, from his early paintings of 1890 to the decoupage gouaches at the end of his life.

Free admission to municipal museums and galleries in Nice since July 1st 2008.

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VILLA & JARDINS EPHRUSSI DE ROTHSCHILD (EPHRUSSI DE ROTHSCHILD VILLA & GARDENS) Property of the Institut de France Académie des Beaux-Arts 1, avenue Ephrussi de Rothschild - BP 16 06230 SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 01 33 09 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 01 31 10 message@villa-ephrussi.com > www.villa-ephrussi.com

Contacts: Julia DA COSTA, Press Relation dacosta@culturespaces.com Pacôme de GALLIFFET, Director galliffet@villa-ephrussi.com Magnificent palace surrounded by famous gardens overlooking the Mediterranean. The Villa, created by the Baronne de Rothschild in the Belle Époque, houses a magnificent collection of furniture, paintings and rare porcelain. A unique temple to gardens, art and beauty.

VILLA SANTO SOSPIR (SANTO SOSPIR VILLA) 14, avenue Jean Cocteau - 06230 ST-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 76 00 16 Contact: M. MARTEAU, Director santosospir@aliceadsl.fr > www.villasantosospir.fr Villa Santo Sospir, decorated with murals in 1950 by Jean Cocteau and belonging to Madame Weisweller, opens its doors for guided tours presented by art lovers and history aficionados. The fireplace was the starting point for Jean Cocteau first drawing, before he covered the villa with murals, most inspired by Greek mythology. Thus, each room in this house is unique! Guided tour of the villa for groups or individuals. Duration of the tour: from 45 minutes for individuals to 1 hour or more for groups. By appointment only. Languages spoken: english and french. The Villa and its garden with a breathtaking view on the sea are available for private use on request only (breakfast, dinner, cocktail, etc).

SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE

FONDATION MARGUERITE ET AIMÉ MAEGHT (MARGUERITE & AIMÉ MAEGHT FOUNDATION) 623, chemin des Gardettes 06570 SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 32 81 63 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 32 53 22 accueil@fondation-maeght.com > www.fondation-maeght.com Contact for groups: accueil@fondation-maeght.com A highlight visit through its permanent collection or temporary exhibitions. Painters and sculptors have been involved with its architecture creating works intimately associated with the buildings and gardens: Chagall’s mosaics, Braque’s stained glass windows, Giacometti’s sculptures, Miró’s maze, Calder’s mobile... ART & CULTURE 108 109

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LA TRINITÉ

LE SANCTUAIRE DE NOTRE-DAME-DE-LAGHET (SANCTUARY OF NOTRE-DAME-DE-LAGHET) Sanctuary featuring a cloister housing numerous ex-votos. It attracts pilgrims from the entire region, Provence and Italy. > www.sanctuaire-laghet.cef.fr LA TURBIE

TROPHÉE D’AUGUSTE VENCE

CHÂTEAU DE VILLENEUVE FONDATION ÉMILE HUGUES (VILLENEUVE CHÂTEAU ÉMILE HUGUES FOUNDATION) 2, place du Frêne - 06140 VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 58 15 78 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 24 68 52 artculturepatrimoine@wanadoo.fr > www.museedevence.com Programme of exhibitions on key themes of modern and contemporary art throughout the year. VILLENEUVE-LOUBET

MUSÉE ESCOFFIER DE L’ART CULINAIRE (ESCOFFIER CULINARY ART MUSEUM) 3, rue Auguste Escoffier- 06270 VILLENEUVE-LOUBET Tel.00 33 (0)4 93 20 80 51 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 73 93 79 contact@fondation-escoﬃer.org > www.fondation-escoffier.org Museum devoted to Auguste Escoffier, the most illustrious of French chefs: souvenirs, objects and utensils from the period, rich documentation, menu collection… Tactile visits available for the sight-impaired accompanied by tasting on request.

MUST SEE FRENCH RIVIERA MONUMENTS ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS

LE FORT CARRÉ A listed Historic Monument, the Fort Carré is a defensive building, built on Vauban’s instructions… It is now home to a museum. > www.antibesjuanlespins.com CANNES - ILE SAINT-HONORAT

ABBAYE DE LÉRINS Property belonging to a community of Cistercian monks, the Abbaye de Lérins was one of the greatest spiritual places founded in the 5th century. > www.abbayedelerins.com LA BRIGUE

LA CHAPELLE NOTRE-DAME-DES-FONTAINES A remarkable set of wall frescoes in a 12th century sanctuary entirely decorated by the Italian masters Canavesio and Baleison in 1492. Astounding depictions of the Last Judgement. > www.labrigue.fr

A prominent feature of the coastline overlooking Monaco, the Trophée d’Auguste commemorates the introduction of “Pax Romana” into the region and Augustus’ victory over the rebellious Ligurian tribes. > www.la-turbie.monuments-nationaux.fr MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE

CHÂTEAU HENRY CLEWS 14th century château restored by Henry Clews in the 20th century who gave it its current appearance - a pastiche of mediaeval châteaux. Don’t miss the gardens. > www.chateau-lanapoule.com MENTON

BASILIQUE SAINT-MICHEL ARCHANGE & CHAPELLE DES PÉNITENTS BLANCS The most beautiful complex of Baroque buildings on the French Riviera. With its façade, bell tower, cobbled esplanade depicting the Grimaldi coats of arms, its majestic steps, the Basilica is a jewel of Baroque art. > www.tourisme-menton.fr NICE

LES ARÈNES DE CIMIEZ The Arènes de Cimiez is the remains of the Roman city of Cemenelum in the heart of the splendid olive. Don’t miss the Musée Archéologique nearby. > www.nicetourisme.com NICE

CATHÉDRALE ORTHODOXE RUSSE (RUSSIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH) The cathedral is the most important and oldest building of this type outside Russia. > www.acor-nice.com SAORGE

LE MONASTÈRE DE SAORGE (SAORGE MONASTERY) Saorge Monastery is a 17th century Franciscan convent overlooking the Vallée de la Roya with a cloister and an ambulatory decorated with 18th century frescoes which tell the story of the life of Saint Francis of Assisi. > www.saorge.monuments-nationaux.fr

VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER

CITADELLE SAINT-ELME

CHAPELLE SAINT-PIERRE DECORATED BY COCTEAU

16th century citadel housing the Hôtel de Ville, Volti GoetzBoumeester Museums, Collection Roux and a congress centre. > www.villefranche-sur-mer.com

Jean Cocteau decorated this entire former ﬁshermen’s chapel in 1956 drawing on religious themes or on more popular themes such as his homage to the gypsies of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. > www.villefranche-sur-mer.com

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CITIES OF ART & HISTORY Grasse and Menton are the two cities on the French Riviera to have been awarded the “Villes et Pays d’Art et d’Histoire” (Art & History Cities & Areas) label. Special label events, guided visits available. > www.grasse.fr www.tourisme-menton.fr

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CHAPELLE DES PÉNITENTS BLANCS DECORATED BY FOLON The decoration of this chapel was one of the last works of the Belgian artist Folon. Inaugurated in June 2008 the chapel highlights the close relations that Folon enjoyed with craftsmen, his stained glass window and sculpture design, fascination for light… French and English versions of the Folon visit guide can be downloaded from the website. > www.saint-pauldevence.com VENCE

CHAPELLE DU ROSAIRE, CHAPELLE MATISSE A monument to sacred art unique in the world, La Chapelle du Rosaire is a masterpiece designed by Henri Matisse. From 1948 to 1951, Matisse designed the plans for the building and all of its decorative details: stained glass windows, ceramics, pews, fonts, liturgical objects, priest vestments… It was the ﬁrst time that a painter produced an entire monument, from architecture to furniture and stained glass. > www.vence.fr

Please note, that the Vallées Roya-Bévéra have also been awarded a "Pays d’Art et d’Histoire" label. > www.royabevera.com

See Press Kit on “Art and the French Riviera”

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Gardens, parks, flowers & fragrances EXCEPTIONAL GARDENS / MAIN GARDENS TO VISIT / FLOWERS & PERFUMES TOURIST ROUTES / NATURAL PARKS

The diversity of its landscapes, mildness of its climate makes the Alpes-Maritimes a prime gardening location. In the last century the English introduced exotic spaces, veritable kaleidoscopic mosaics of the world’s gardens. Natural parks with exceptional gardens. Discover one of the loveliest faces of the French Riviera: exotic gardens, villa gardens, ﬂoral parks.

EXCEPTIONAL GARDENS MENTON: MY CITY IS A GARDEN

FONTANA ROSA, LE JARDIN DES ROMANCIERS Historic monument Avenue Blasco-Ibañez - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 10 33 66 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 28 46 85 Visit & talk at 10am every Monday and Friday except 01/01, 01/05 and 25/12.

JARDIN BOTANIQUE DU VAL RAHMEH (VAL RAHMEH BOTANICAL GARDEN) Avenue Saint-Jacques - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 35 86 72 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 28 89 75 Satellite of the Musée National d’Histoire Naturelle. Open daily except Tuesdays – 10 am/12.30pm and 2pm/5pm from 01/10 to 31/03 – 10 am/12pm and 3.30pm/6.30pm from 01/04 to 30/09. Guided tour on Monday at 3pm - 3:30pm in summer.

> www.jardins-menton.fr

PALAIS CARNOLÈS ET LE POTAGER DES PRINCES (PALAIS CARNOLÈS AND POTAGER DES PRINCES)

Thanks to its favoured sub-tropical micro-climate, winter is practically unheard of in Menton. A garden paradise, created by botanists in the 19th century who introduced tropical species which have acclimatized magnificently. Discover Menton’s exceptional gardens à la carte or via free guided tours.

3, avenue de la Madone - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 35 49 71 Open daily except Tuesdays & public holidays – 10am/12pm & 2pm/6pm. Visit & talk every 1st Thursday of the month from 2.30pm except in July and August. Closed on May 1. The Princes’ vegetable garden is open to visitors.

JARDIN DE MARIA SÉRÉNA (MARIA SERENA GARDEN) 21, promenade Reine-Astrid - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 10 33 66 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 28 46 85 Visit & talk 10am on Tuesdays, 01/01, 01/05 and 25/12.

JARDIN DE LA SERRE DE LA MADONE Historic monument 74, route de Gorbio - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 57 73 90 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 28 55 42 Open daily except Monday, closed in November 10 am/6 pm from 01/04 to 31/10 – 10 am/5pm from 01/12 to 31/03 –Visit & talk daily at 3pm except Mondays. Give in to the temptation of a tasty Pause Gourmande. A menu inspired by the treasures of the garden and numerous voyages of Major Johnston served by a Michelinstarred restaurateur from Menton… Tea room open on Saturdays/Sundays from 12pm to 6pm from May to October. Pause Gourmande package: €13 unaccompanied visit or guided tour with a drink and a pastry. Tickets available on site or from Menton Tourist Office. Open all year round: demonstrations: Pan Bagna workshop, children's "Petits chefs en herbe" (Budding chefs) workshop, etc.

JARDIN DES COLOMBIÈRES (Private garden) Historic Monument Route des Colombières - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 10 33 66 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 28 46 85 Visit & talk from 01/07 to 10/08 except 14/07. No groups. By reservation only. LA CITRONNERAIE (Private lemon tree garden) 69, corniche André Tardieu - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 10 33 66 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 28 46 85 Visit & talk every 3rd Thursday of the month from December to March and on the occasion of special events. LE CLOS DU PEYRONNET (Private garden) Avenue Aristide-Briand - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 35 72 15 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 35 72 25 Visit & talk to mark special events. All year round Menton Tourist Office and the Service du Patrimoine (Heritage department) organise guided, commentated tours, for groups and individuals with a guide that gives talks certified by the French Ministry of Culture or by a garden specialist. By reservation only for groups and subject to dates for individuals.

OFFICE DE TOURISME DE MENTON 8, avenue Boyer – BP 239 – 06506 MENTON CEDEX Registration No.: IM006100079 Group contact: Danielle LE GOFF danielle.legoff@ville-menton.fr Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 41 76 80 - Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 41 76 58 Individual contact: Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 41 76 76 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 41 76 78 Online reservation & payment: > www.tourisme-menton.fr For further details: Menton Office de Tourisme website – Manuel des Ventes (Sales manual) “A la Découverte de Menton” (Discover Menton) – Gardens, Gardeners place of interest, themed visits and garden events… GARDENS, PARKS, FLOWERS & FRAGRANCES 112 113

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MAIN GARDENS TO VISIT ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS

JARDIN BOTANIQUE DE LA VILLA THURET (VILLA THURET BOTANICAL GARDENS) Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique Jardin botanique de la villa Thuret 90, chemin Raymond - 06160 ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 21 25 00 > www.sophia.inra.fr/jardin_thuret Open June to September: from Monday to Friday - from 8am to 6pm. Open from October to May: from Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.30pm. Closing day: December 25. Gustave Thuret (1817-1875), algae expert and botanist, renowned for his work on algae reproduction. He fell in love with the climate and wild nature of the Cap d’Antibes. In 1857, he bought a five-hectare plot and created a botanical garden.

JARDINS ET ÉCOMUSÉE DE LA VILLA EILENROC (VILLA EILENROC GARDENS & ECOMUSEUM) Boulevard James Wyllie - 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 67 74 33 > www.antibes-juanlespins.com/fr/environnement/eilen roc.html Tour of the park, the olive grove, rose garden and ecomuseum on Tuesday and Wednesday, 9am-5pm (except in July and August). Tour of the 1st floor of the Villa on Wednesday, 9am-12pm & de 1:30pm-5pm (except in July and August). The ecomuseum, olive grove and rose garden are open on Saturday, 9am-12pm & 1:30pm-5pm, access via Chemin des Douaniers only. CAGNES-SUR-MER

JARDIN DU DOMAINE DES COLLETTES – MUSÉE RENOIR (DOMAINE DES COLLETTES ESTATE – RENOIR MUSEUM) Chemin des Collettes - 06800 CAGNES-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 20 61 07 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 20 52 63 info@cagnes-tourisme.com > www.cagnes-tourisme.com Domaine des Collettes, the garden of the villa of the artist Pierre Auguste Renoir, is home to splendid centuries-old olive trees and many plant species. They include aromatic plants, shrubs and trees, some with exceptional flowers, conifers and fruit trees, as well as herbaceous flowering plants in grassy areas.

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JARDIN DU CHÂTEAU DE LA NAPOULE (CHÂTEAU DE LA NAPOULE GARDEN) Avenue Henry Clews - BP 940 06210 MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 49 95 05 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 97 62 71 message@chateau-lanapoule.com > www.chateau-lanapoule.com The Château is open to visitors every day, year round. Opening hours: 11:30am, 2:30pm, 3:30pm and 4:30pm. Château de La Napoule occupies a prestigious seafront site, which dates back to the Romans, over 2000 years ago. Its classical gardens designed by Mary Clews feature decorative water features and topiary designs. The sculptural work of Henry Clews with its humour and art nouveau sensibility makes this historic monument a fascinating escapade through the history of architecture. Prices: €6 for adults; €4 for children (age 7 to 18 or students); free for children under age 7. Discount rates for groups: €4 per person + €65 per group for a private visit. MONACO

JARDIN EXOTIQUE DE MONACO (MONACO EXOTIC GARDEN) 62, boulevard du Jardin Exotique - BP 105 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 15 29 80 - Fax 00 377 93 15 29 81 jardin-exotique@mairie.mc > www.jardin-exotique.mc Open all year round (except November 19 and December 25). • May 15 and September 15: 9am to 7pm. • September 16 to May 14: from 9am to 6pm or dusk. The Jardin Exotique on the rock is home to thousands of plants known as “succulents” which flower all year round. Located on the same site, discover the Observatory Grotto with its stalactites, stalagmites and limestone concretions or retrace the steps of humanity at the Prehistoric Anthropology Museum. Prices: adults €7, children aged 6 to 8 years old, students €3.70. Children under 6 go free. OAPs (over 65): €5.30. Handicapped access: restricted wheel chair access.

JARDIN JAPONAIS (JAPANESE GARDEN) Avenue Princesse Grace - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 15 83 36 - Fax 00 377 93 15 21 00 amenagement@gouv.mc > www.visitmonaco.com Open from November to March: daily from 9am to 6pm. Open from April to October: daily from 9am to 7pm. 7,000 m2 Japanese Garden designed to the strict rules of Zen art. A haven of peace which harmoniously combines stone, water and vegetation. Free visit.

PARC PAYSAGER DE FONTVIEILLE ET ROSERAIE PRINCESSE GRACE (FONTVIEILLE LANDSCAPE PARK & PRINCESS GRACE ROSE GARDEN) Fontvieille - 98000 MONACO > www.visitmonaco.com Open from November to March: daily from 9am to 6pm. Open from April to October: daily from 9am to 7pm. Calm and serenity a wait in the Princess Grace Rose Garden. Enjoy an enchanted walk through the 4 000 rosebushes from over 150 varieties before discovering the Fontvieille landscape park. Its four hectares are home to a host of plant species from around the world.

SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE

JARDINS DE LA FONDATION MAEGHT (MAEGHT FOUNDATION GARDENS)

NICE

PARC PHOENIX 405, Promenade des Anglais – 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 29 77 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 29 77 01 parcphoenix@ville-nice.fr > www.parc-phoenix.org Open from April to September: daily from 9.30am to 7.30pm. Open from October to March: daily from 9.30am to 6pm. A bijoux green haven. Discover 7 hectares home to 2 500 species of plants including some classified as rare. Visit highlight, Phoenix Park has one of the largest glasshouses in Europe. It is also home to numerous animal species, others, birds of prey, birds, etc. Open all year round. Visits for individuals and groups, free. Price: adults €2. Children under 12 go free. ROURE

ARBORETUM DE ROURE MARCEL KROENLEIN (MARCEL KROENLEIN ARBORETUM) 06420 ROURE Tel. 00 33 (0)9 77 31 68 33 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 35 00 50 arboretum.roure@wanadoo.fr > www.arboretum-roure.org Contact: Michèle RAMIN - michele.ramin@orange.fr The Arboretum Marcel Kroenlein is situated on the edge of the Mercantour National Park overlooking Tinée Valley near the small mediaeval village of Roure. It covers more than 6 hectares of communal land and features a wide variety of vegetation. The site’s relief and Southern France aspect create a microclimate which has allowed more exotic species to be introduced and a collection featuring a variety of trees from the world’s mountains. Visits by appointment. Price: €5 adults. Groups: prices available on request. Free for children.

623, chemin des Gardettes - 06570 SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 32 81 63 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 32 53 22 contact@fondation-maeght.com Information and reservation: accueil@fondation-maeght.com > www.fondation-maeght.com Open every day: - October-March: 10am-1pm & 2pm-6pm - April-June: 10am-6pm - July-September: 10am-7pm (ticket office closes 30 min before closing time) A stroll through the work of the greatest modern and contemporary artists. Combined entrance ticket includes a visit to the garden and foundation.

FLOWERS & PERFUMES Rose de mai, jasmine, tuberose, violet, carnation, broom, orange blossom, mimosa, lavender… the French Riviera celebrates the language of ﬂowers more wonderfully than any other region. Like the olive tree, they are one of the symbols of this sun-drenched region.

FLOWERING SEASONS Mimosa: January to March Nice carnation: March to April Tourrettes-sur-Loup violet: March to April Orange blosson: April to May Grasse “Centifolia” rose: May Wild narcissus: End of May Lavender: Summer Jasmine: July to October Tuberose: July to August

SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT

VILLA ET JARDINS EPHRUSSI DE ROTHSCHILD Property of the Institut de France Academie des Beaux-Arts 1, avenue Ephrussi de Rothschild - BP 16 06230 SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 01 33 09 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 01 31 10 message@villa-ephrussi.com > www.villa-ephrussi.com Contacts: Julia DA COSTA, Press dacosta@culturespaces.com Pacôme de GALLIFFET, Managing Director galliffet@villa-ephrussi.com The Villa is surrounded by nine splendid theme gardens where visitors can discover, in the course of their strolls, French-style gardens, the luxuriant vegetation of Spanish and Florentine gardens, the rich rose garden, rare plants in the exotic garden and archaeological remains in the lapidary garden...

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Length: 1hr 30. Introduction to family aromatherapy (1 day), Minimum 5 persons by appointment. Open all year round. Adult tour: €10 per person - Adult tour: €155 (coach ﬁxed price). MOUANS-SARTOUX

LES JARDINS DU MIP (INTERNATIONAL PERFUME MUSEUM – JMIP)

ORIGINAL VISITS GRASSE

DOMAINE DE MANON (MANON FLOWER FARM) 36, chemin du Servan - Plascassier - 06130 GRASSE Tel./Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 60 12 76 Contacts: Carole & Hubert BIANCALANA domainedemanon@yahoo.fr > www.le-domaine-de-manon.com Production: perfume plants (rose of May, jasmine, tuberose, lavendin) harvested by hand. Specialities: 100% natural rose water, distilled on the property and jams. Supplier of Maison Dior. Opening: farm accessible to all vehicles. Handicapped access. • Guided tour of the rose of May field From May to mid June (flowering), daily from 2pm to 4pm, reservation required for groups. For individuals, visits at 3pm on Tuesdays only. • Guided tour of the Jasmine field From August to the end of the October (flowering), daily from 8am to 10am, groups by reservation. Individual visit at 9am on Tuesdays only.

979, chemin des Gourettes - 06370 MOUANS-SARTOUX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 92 69 Promotions contact (travel agencies, TO, coach companies, events agencies, Business tourism, EC): Pascale BARS, Sales Manager pbars@poleazurprovence.com Press contact: Muriel COURCHE, Press Relations & Public Relation Assistant - mcourche@poleazurprovence.com > www.museesdegrasse.com Conservatory of plants situated at the foot of the aromatic city of Grasse. In the unique setting of the Gardens of the International Perfume Museum, discover through its olefactory trail a delicious, perfumed walk among rose of may, jasmine, orange blossom, tuberoses, violets and many more. Alongside these 2-hectare botanical gardens (perfume plant conservatory) are ﬁelds cultivated in the old fashioned way, faithfully reconstituted and maintained as naturally as possible. Interactive olfactory guided tours and workshops are held by mediators. Full price: €3. Discount price: €1.50. Free for children under age 18, jobseekers, disabled persons, accompanied school groups. Combination MIP/JMIP ticket (with return transfer by bus): full price: €5, discount price €3. Closed from 6 November to 31 March. NICE

DOMAINE SAINT JOSEPH (SAINT-JOSEPH FLOWER FARM)

LA TOUR-SUR-TINÉE

LES SENTEURS DU CLAUT (FRAGRANCE OF LE CLAUT) Route d’Utelle - 06420 LA TOUR-SUR-TINÉE Tel./Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 02 10 72 Contacts: Sylviane REINA and Alain SANGUINETTI sylviane.reina@wanadoo.fr Artisanal distillery which makes essential oils from wild lavender and other medicinal plants picked in the mountains. For use in therapy. Tour of the distillery. Initiation workshop in family aromatherapy. Agriculture Biologique AB label and “Nature et Progrès” recommended. Sale of farm produce at the end of the tour. Olefactory essences discovery.

334, avenue de Fabron - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 44 50 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 86 46 44 Production activity: on the hills above Nice, 2 hectares of roses cultivated in glasshouses. Specialities: a wide range of roses (over 15 varieties in a very wide variety of colours). Opening: farm accessible to private vehicles, minibuses and coaches with over 50 seats. No disabled access. Visits from March 15 to November included, from Monday to Friday by reservation. Number of people per visit: min 20, max 50. Sale of farm produce at the end of the visit. Option of sending ﬂowers or having them delivered at the hotel, prior to departure. Visit price: €7.50 per person. An aperitif with local produce is served at the end of the visit. SAINT-LAURENT-DU-VAR

SERRES PANDOLFI (PANDOLFI GLASSHOUSES) 1567, route des Pugets - 06700 SAINT-LAURENT-DU-VAR Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 31 07 85 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 89 49 22 Contact: Katia JACQUES - katiachristophe@aol.com Guided tour of a carnation farm in Nice over one hectare in size; free tour for groups only. From December to the end of February, see the art of mimosa bouquet making. Sample regional produce on site available on reservation: Price: adult visit €4.50 per person (regional produce tasting).

TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP

LA BASTIDE AUX VIOLETTES (BASTIDE AUX VIOLETTES GARDEN) Route Saint-Jean 06410 TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 24 18 93 > www.tourrettessurloup.com A site that keeps history alive displaying the diﬀerent cultivation methods and all products made using violets. This new space also showcases the history of Tourrettes-surLoup and surrounding area. Visit the garden planted with species of flowers and trees typical of the floral production of the Grasse area used in the perfume industry. Sale of “Violet” products direct from the Ferrage estate. Violet glass house visit: from January to March during the violet season. Violet bastide guided tour: groups by appointment.

PETIT MUSÉE DE LA FLEUR SUCRÉE (LITTLE CRYSTALLISED FLOWER MUSEUM) Confiserie Florian des Gorges du Loup Le Pont du Loup 06140 TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 59 32 91 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 59 38 32 Reservation contact: Nadia -Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 59 33 20 info@confiserieflorian.com > www.confiserieflorian.com The Petit musée de la Fleur charts the long history of ﬂower confectionery all the way back to the 16th century. Museum open from 2pm to 6pm from Monday to Friday – bilingual hostess available for visitors. A fun trail for young visitors to follow which will help them to discover the history of ﬂower-based sweets.

NATURAL PARKS LE PARC NATIONAL DU MERCANTOUR (MERCANTOUR NATIONAL PARK) See Moutains chapter, page 98.

DEPARTMENTAL NATURAL PARKS The leafy setting of the Alpes-Maritimes’s 14 départemental parks, offers exceptional natural sites for relaxation and leisure activities over the seasons. Picturesque sights, remarkable forest landscapes are made available to visitors and hikers. Many educational workshops and activities are available year round, and theme itineraries are set up to help visitors discover all the area’s natural riches.

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TOURIST ROUTES

Le Parc de la Grande Corniche (Eze – La Trinité – La Turbie & Villefranche- sur-Mer) Le Parc du Vinaigrier (Nice) Le Parc Estienne d’Orves - colline de Saint-Philippe (Nice) Le Parc naturel Le Cros de Casté (Roquebrune-CapMartin) (on project) Le Parc forestier de Vaugrenier (Villeneuve-Loubet) La Pointe de l’Aiguille (Théoule-sur-Mer) Le Parc Estérel (Mandelieu-La Napoule & Théoule-surMer) Le “San Peyre” (Mandelieu-La Napoule) Le Parc départemental du Massif du Paradou (Vallauris)

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Le Parc des rives du Loup (La Colle-sur-Loup & Villeneuve-Loubet) Le Lac du Broc Plan d’eau (vallée de l’Estéron et du Var) Le Parc Le Plan des Noves (Baous de Saint-Jeannet) L’Estéron (Roquestéron & Roquestéron-Grasse) La “Brague” (Antibes, Biot, Mougins, Vallauris & Valbonne) La Valmasque (Mougins & Valbonne)

LA ROUTE DU MIMOSA (MIMOSA TRAIL)

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La Route du Mimosa stretches from Bormes-les-Mimosas to Grasse. This 130km trail, recommended from January to March, is a symbol of the French Riviera in winter. Enjoy a lovely tour in a mild climate between azure blue and sunny yellow. > Information: download the “Route du Mimosa” brochure on: www.ot-mandelieu.fr

The Natural Départemental Parks are open to visitors year round according to the following hours: - 1 April to 31 October: 7am-9pm - 1 November to 31 March: 8am-6pm (These hours may be subject to change)

LA ROUTE DES JARDINS (GARDEN TRAIL) The French Riviera Route des Jardins invites you to discover sixty sites. From the Château de la Napoule, via Auguste Renoir’s garden at Cagnes-sur-Mer, the Rothschild Villa Ephrussi at Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Villa Kerylos at Beaulieusur-Mer or a host of gardens in Menton, discover one of the loveliest faces of the French Riviera. Be sure to visit the itinerary through the sumptuous gardens of the Côte d’Azur dei Fiori (Floral Riviera) on the Italian side between Vintimille and Diano Marina. > Information: www.cg06.fr Heading: Découvrir les Alpes-Maritimes (Discover the Alpes-Maritimes), Routes à thèmes (Themed routes)

> FOR MORE DETAILS LOG ON TO: www.frenchriviera-mountain.com http://www.cg06.fr/fr/decouvrir-lesam/decouverte-des-milieux-naturels/lesparcs-naturels-departementaux/les-parcsnaturels-departementaux/

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Art & Crafts

GLASS, CERAMICS & POTTERY / PERFUMERIES / PAINTING & DRAWINGS

Faithful to French Riviera traditions and creativity, both cosmopolitan and Provencal, artists and artisans give full reign to their talents in numerous cities. Take a look around their studios, discover the specialities of each one and allow yourself to be seduced by artisans with hands of gold.

GLASS, CERAMICS & POTTERY BIOT “CITÉ DES VERRIERS” Villes & Métiers d’Art Label - A label of excellence and authenticity. Granted to Biot for glassmaking, this label symbolises know-how and tradition. In 1956, in Biot, Éloi Monod breathed new life into the glassmaker’s art in France by taking up the ancestral tradition of glass blowing. Numerous studios provide an opportunity to discover all the technique and talent of the master glass blowers. > www.biot-tourisme.com

GLASS BLOWING VERRERIE DE BIOT (BIOT GLASS WORKS) Chemin des Combes - 06410 BIOT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 65 03 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 65 00 56 Contact: Anne LECHACZYNSKI, Director verrerie@verreriebiot.com > www.verreriebiot.com Also home to the Galerie Internationale du Verre (International Glass Gallery) displaying designs by 32 internationally renowned artists and the Galerie JeanClaude Novaro (master glass blower’s designs). La Verrerie de Biot also offers paying guided tours as well as introductory courses with a master glass blower, on reservation, in French and in English. Guided tour of the Biot Glassworks Eco Museum: itinerary lasting approximately 45 minutes, in French and in English. Discover the fascinating history of glass from sand, raw material, to finished products in bubbled and coloured glass. Subjects on display: the history of glass, how the old furnace works, behind the scenes visit to areas normally accessible to master glass blowers only... Open year round. Summer: every day, 9:30am-8pm. Sundays and holidays: 10:30am-1:30pm & 2:30pm-7:30pm. Winter: every day, 9:30am-6pm. Sunday & holidays: 10:30am-1:30pm & 2:30pm-6:30pm.

VERRERIE DU VILLAGE “PASCAL GUYOT”

The glassworks also offer a bubble-glass “Art de la table” collection. All pieces are dated, signed and sold with a certificate of authenticity. Studio open to the public every day, except Sunday and Monday. Off-season: 2:30pm-6:30pm. Summer: 3pm-7pm.

VERRERIE DU VAL DE PÔME Chemin du Val de Pôme – 06410 BIOT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 65 03 78 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 65 56 15 Contact: Daniel SABA christophe.saba@wanadoo.fr > www.verrerieduvaldepome.com Specialised in the arts of the table, Verrerie du Val de Pôme offers a varied collection of fluted bicolour glasses, plates and dishes of bubble glass, as well as many different vases, bottles and lamps. All pieces are signed by Daniel and Christophe Saba. Studio open to the public: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-6:30pm year round.

VERRERIE RAPHAËL FARINELLI 465, Route de la Mer – 06410 BIOT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 65 17 29 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 65 50 84 Contact: Raphaël FARINELLI contact@farinelli.fr > www.farinelli.fr Of Italian origin, Raphaël Farinelli founded his glassworks at the foot of the village in 1996. He was oriented towards the arts of the table and offers a varied collection of glasses, plates and cups, as well as lamps, unique pieces with acid colours. Studio open to the public: Monday to Saturday, 10am12:30pm & 1pm-7pm.

VERRERIE PIERINI 9, Chemin du Plan - Route de la Mer Le Vieux Moulin - 06410 BIOT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 65 01 14 info@antoinepierini.com > www.pierini.fr Born in Antibes in 1980, Antoine Pierini was fascinated by glass from a very early age. He learned the basics of the technique and gestures of glassblowing in his father’s school. His meetings with other great names in contemporary glass enabled him to enrich his technique and try new experiences. Gallery open to the public, 10am-12:30pm & 2pm-6:30pm: presence of the artists Robert and Antoine Pierini as well as Nicolas Laty.

VERRERIE DIDIER SABA 173, chemin des Combes – 06410 BIOT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 65 52 99 Contact: Didier SABA > www.didiersabba.fr Didier Saba sculpts blown glass, altering classic shapes, sculpting the stoppers of his bottles. This renowned master glassblower’s works are on display all over the world. Open Monday to Friday, 7am-1pm.

16, rue Saint Sébastien – 06410 BIOT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 65 06 50 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 65 55 99 Contact: Pascal GUYOT - verrerieguyot@free.fr > www.verrerieguyot.com Located in Biot, Pascal Guyot welcomes you to his shop and studio where you can watch him create his unique original blown-glass pieces: iridescent lamps, bottles with flowershaped stoppers coloured with mixtures of oxides and with the inclusion of gold and silver leaf. ART & CRAFTS 118 119

POTTERIES

Art & Crafts

COURSES STAGE D’INITIATION AU VERRE SOUFFLÉ VERRERIE DE BIOT (see chapter page 119)

VALLAURIS: “POTTER COMMUNITY” 2000 YEARS OF POTTERY The pottery tradition of Vallauris dates back to the dawn of time and has profoundly evolved over time. The city’s entire artisanal activity is oriented towards this decorative art. Picasso, Jean Marais and many other artists were passionate about ceramics. Be sure to go on a tour of the traditional pottery studios. > www.vallauris-golfe-juan.com

One-week introductory glass blowing course: from Monday to Friday with a different 1hr30 programme every day covering the different phases of a master glass blower’s work, from raw materials to making a piece in glass. Package rate for the class: €385.

VALLAURIS GOLFE-JUAN

ATELIER BLEU D’ARGILE

CERAMICS CÉRAMIC CRÉA 94, boulevard Beau Rivage prolongé - 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 95 12 68 Contact: Pascale PONTET - info@ceramic-crea.com > www.ceramic-crea.com Registration No.: IM006110046 New concept workshop specialised in ceramic decoration where participants choose and decorate their own pieces themselves. Fun and creative. Supervision by professional ceramicists. Result: a moment of fun and pure pleasure making a magnificent personalised gift to take home. Group and individuals welcome. 2 to 3hrs courses available. Possibility of organising days (incentives, seminars, activities among friends, etc.) and themed stays for groups. Possibility of organising a workshop or outside. Place of your choice or partner sites.

8, rue Solférino - 06220 VALLAURIS Tel. et Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 64 82 07 Contact: Fabienne TASSI bleudargile@orange.fr > www.bleudargile.com In the Potter’s village, L’Atelier artisanal is a 300m2 workshop offering visits and courses. You can watch potters marking before your eyes and producing the creations on sale in the shop. Open year round, for individuals and groups (3 to 50 participants). Disabled access. Language spoken: english. Introductory lessons and courses (day, half day, week). Minimum age: 4. Price for individuals: €10/hour - Group rates €10-€29/person. Quote on request depending on the programme and number of participants

CÉRAMIQUES DOMINIQUE N.B Avenue Maréchal Juin - 06220 VALLAURIS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 64 02 36 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 63 23 62 Contact: Dominique BLANCHERI - ceramiquesdnb@free.fr > www.ceramiquesdominiquenb.com Situated in Vallauris, city famous for its potteries, Céramiques Dominique N.B. welcomes you all year round for a tour of his studio. Discover how to make diverse pieces representative of the potter’s profession in the demonstration room. The potter throws different pieces on his wheel and describes with precision all the steps in creation the pieces and firing them. Open to groups of 15 to 60 participants.

CÉRAMIQUE GERVASI Le Plein Soleil - Bât. C - 19, boulevard des deux Vallons 06220 VALLAURIS Tel. 00 33 (0)6 63 61 99 94 Contact: Karine GERVASI - karinegervasi@yahoo.fr > www.karinegervasi.fr In her Ceramics studio-gallery in Vallauris, Karine Gervasi, sculptor ceramicist, invites you to discover the art of ceramics in the city of the Potters. Her studio cum gallery offers courses on ceramics and sculpture for individuals and groups. Range of courses available. Free parking nearby. Lesson on decorating ceramics and clay sculpture, by appointment. Open all year. Groups: 5 people minimum; children: from age 5. Requisite level: beginners, intermediate. Duration: 2 hours to half-days. Special group rates for decorating ceramics and clay sculpture: €20/person with 3-hour session, with breakfast or snack included. Price: €89/person (everything included, group of 8 participants minimum).

FRAGONARD PERFUMERY - EZE VILLAGE Historic Factory - 06360 EZE VILLAGE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 41 05 05 Contacts: Carole ROY - carole.roy@fragonard.com Joanna CARDELLI - joanna.cardelli@fragonard.com Tourist department - tourisme@fragonard.com The Laboratory and Factory: between Nice and Monaco, suspended over the sea, this huge factory for perfume, soap and cosmetics boasts the most modern laboratories and workshops. Free guided tours for groups and individuals. Guided tours in French, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Russian, Swedish and other languages according to the season. Duration of tours: 45 min. Free coach parking. Perfumeries and factories are open every day, including Sundays and holidays, from 9am to 6pm (for detailed hours for each factory, check the website at www.fragonard.com). La Fabrique des Fleurs in Grasse is closed on 25 December.

GALIMARD PERFUMERIES IN GRASSE & IN EZE VILLAGE > www.galimard.com

PERFUMERIES GRASSE : “THE CRADLE OF PERFUMERY” In Grasse, perfume making arose directly from the tanning industry, which prospered there in the Middle Ages. Thanks to a micro-climate that is ideal for fragrant plants, tanners shifted to the making of perfumed gloves and, by the 18th century, specialised exclusively in perfumery, making the city of Grasse the perfume capital of the world.

GALIMARD PARFUMERY - GRASSE 73, route de Cannes - BP 42090 - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 09 20 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 70 36 22 GALIMARD PARFUMERY - EZE VILLAGE Place du Général de Gaulle - 06360 EZE VILLAGE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 41 10 70 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 41 27 61 Contacts: Delphine ROUX - droux@galimard.com Elisabeth ROUX-DONOHOE, Sales manager eroux@galimard.com You are cordially invited to learn all the secrets and techniques of perfume making in a free guided tour of our factories in Grasse and Èze-Village. Free tour, fine products at factory prices - free guided tours 7 days a week. Traditional perfume factory. Tours for groups and individuals: in English, Russian, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch and Chinese Duration of tour: 30 to 60 minutes. Free coach parking.

TOURS FRAGONARD PERFUMERY IN GRASSE & ÈZE-VILLAGE In 2012, Fragonard celebrates the Violet. > www.fragonard.com

FRAGONARD PERFUMERY - GRASSE 20, boulevard Fragonard - 06130 GRASSE (Historic Factory) Les 4 chemins - Route de Cannes - 06130 GRASSE (Fabrique des Fleurs) Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 36 44 65– Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 36 57 32 Contacts: Carole ROY - carole.roy@fragonard.com Joanna CARDELLI - joanna.cardelli@fragonard.com Tourist department - tourisme@fragonard.com The historic factory in Grasse: a fine factory in the heart of the old town, where perfume, soap and cosmetics are made daily in a charming 19th-century building. La Fabrique des Fleurs: this contemporary factory is surrounded by a superb garden with fragrant plants, dedicated to the making of perfume, soap and aromatic products. Free guided tours.

MOLINARD PERFUMERY - GRASSE Molinard opens the doors to its authentic family home to unveil the secrets of the perfumes it makes and allow you to discover the exceptional workshops where perfumes are created. > www.molinard.com MOLINARD PARFUMERY 60, boulevard Victor Hugo - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 42 33 11 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 89 12 30 68 Contact: Maeva BIGARE - tourisme@molinard.fr In 2012, Molinard will continue surprising you with novelties: Contest to win an exceptional trip, interactive tour, perfume workshop – flash creation – offered to every member of a group, new perfumer’s bottle at preferential rates; trendy shop in Molinard’s Provençal Museum with family furniture going back to the 16th and 17th centuries. Open every day: 9:30am to 6:30pm. Last tour at 5:30pm (closed between 1pm & 2pm and Sundays from October to March). For school holidays, please contact us. Closed 25 December and 1 January. Free guided tours.

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Prices for the Absolu Aromatique class. Groups of less than 10 people: €790/group. Groups of 10 to 15 people: €79/person. Groups of more than 15 people: €57/person.

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OLFACTORY WORKSHOPS The Fragonard and Galimard perfumeries in Grasse and ÈzeVillage and the Molinard perfumeries in Grasse organize olfactory workshops and creation of a perfume.

FRAGONARD PERFUMERIES GRASSE & EZE > www.fragonard.com Eze Village Laboratory Factory - 06360 EZE VILLAGE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 41 05 05 Historic Factory - 20, boulevard Fragonard - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 36 44 65 Contacts: Carole ROY – carole.roy@fragonard.com Joanna CARDELLI - joanna.cardelli@fragonard.com Tourist department- tourisme@fragonard.com “Discover the secrets of perfume making through a free guided tour of our factories (workshops, laboratories…) in Grasse and Èze-Village. Organise an olfactory discovery workshop to learn the rudiments of perfume making from a professional. •

Apprentice Perfumer and Apprentice Master Perfumer classes Venue: Laboratory-factory in Èze-Village + Historic factory in Grasse + Fabrique des Fleurs in Grasse. Discover perfumers’ know-how: history of perfume, raw materials and extraction methods, the prestigious figure of the “Nose.” An unforgettable sensory experience focusing on the composition of Cologne or Eau Fraîche (100 ml). A captivating, entertaining experience in the world of perfume. Reservation required according to availability of the venue and teacher. Groups of 2 to 42 participants. Open year round; minimum age: 12 Requisite level: beginner.

GALIMARD PERFUMERIES STUDIO DES FRAGRANCES 5, route de Pégomas – 06130 GRASSE Place de Gaulle - 06360 EZE VILLAGE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 09 20 00 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 70 36 22 galimard@galimard.com > www.galimard.com Contacts: Delphine ROUX - droux@galimard.com Elisabeth ROUX-DONOHOE, Sales manager eroux@galimard.com The Galimard Perfumery organises exclusive workshops for creating perfume in the Fragrance Studio with the Master Perfumer. Create your own personal perfume + guided tour of the factory. Final personalisation (bottle and bag) plus Student Perfumer’s diploma. •

Perfume creation workshops Venue: Studio des Fragrances, Grasse. Custom creation of a fragrance with help from the Perfumer and assistants: comfortably placed at the perfume organ with 127 notes, guests discover the different basic products and techniques used to work with them. Groups: 1 to 35 participants. Open year round; minimum age: 8. Requisite level: beginner; duration: 2 hours. Price: €45 for individuals.

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Exclusive workshop for creating Eau de Parfum Venue: Studio des Fragrances, Èze-Village. Creation of Eau de Parfum (100 ml) around an individual perfume organ, with the perfumer available to assist the guest for the exclusive personalised creation of a fragrance. Each guest is provided with a broad range of rare essences. Coffee breaks and champagne included. Groups: 1 to 12 participants. Open year round; minimum age: 10. Requisite level: beginner; duration: 2 to 2½ hours. Price: €200 for individuals (for more complete workshops, please contact us).

Prices for the Apprenti Parfumeur class. Groups of less than 10 people: €490/group. Groups of more than 10 people: €49/person. Duration: 2½ hours, including guided tour. Prices for the Apprenti Maître Parfumeur class. Groups of less than 10 people: €590/group. Groups of more than 10 people: €59/person. Duration: 3 hours, including guided tour. •

Absolu Aromatique class Venue: Laboratory-factory in Èze-Village + Historic factory in Grasse + Fabrique des Fleurs in Grasse. Discover the properties of essential oils, their history, closely linked to that of perfumery, how to use them, mix them and create a few simple recipes to spice up your daily life. A magic incursion into the world of aromatherapy. Reservation required according to availability of the venue and teacher. Groups of 2 to 42 participants. Open year round; minimum age: 12. Requisite level: beginner. Duration: 2½ hours, including guided tour.

PARFUMERIE MOLINARD GRASSE 60, boulevard Victor Hugo - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 42 33 12 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 89 12 30 68 > www.molinard.com Contact: Valérie CORNET-GUIGONIS, Manager vcornetguigonis@molinard.fr Tarinology workshop: classes to learn to create your own perfume with an in-house perfumer, for 1 hour, followed by a guided tour of the factory, by appointment. Maximum 200 people, year round. Professional rate: €35 per person. Possibility of workshop outside, by appointment. For the venue of your choice, please consult us.

PAINTING & DRAWINGS ANTIBES

ATELIER DU SAFRANIER Galerie des Bains Douches - Boulevard d’Aguillon 06600 ANTIBES Tel./Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 21 99 59 Contact: Dominique PREVOST - atelierdusafranier@free.fr > ateliersafranier.chez.com A prestigious workshop-gallery in a historic, tourist location in the old town open to groups of all sizes to produce an individual, supervised work. A wide range of teaching, artistic and cultural options available in the form of 1hr to 3hr courses. Painting and water colours. Engravings and monotypes using ancient, historic presses which were used to print works by Picasso, Dali, Peynet… Individual tuition and courses also organised. Prices & programme tailored to your requirements. CANNES

PATRICIA L. WORKSHOP 21, rue Meynadier - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 68 60 20 > www.atelierpatricia-l.com On Rue Meynadier in Cannes, Patricia Lefort invites you to her shop and studio, where she created Provençal pottery, murals with ceramic tiles, accessories for decoration... and offers to share with you her passion for ceramics. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am-12:30pm & 3pm-7pm. Classes by appointment. SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE

MARTINE WEHREL SCULPTURE WORKSHOP C/O OT ST PAUL 870, chemin des Espinets - 06570 SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 02 13 84 - Mobile : 00 33 (0)6 13 58 00 29 Contact: Martine WEHREL - martinewehrel@hotmail.fr > http://martinewehrel.canalblog.com Lecturer trained at the Beaux-Arts in Paris. Academic sculpture lesson with life model. Academic sculpture lesson, beginners and advanced course with life model. Course available. Equipment provided. Minimum group size: 6 pers. Maximum group size: 20 pers.

Open all year –Minimum age 14 years. Welcome in French, English and Italian. Level required: beginner, intermediate, advanced. Length: 1/2 day, day, week-end, week. Prices available by quote. Covered car park available: 6 parking spaces + drop off point for a coach but no parking.

ATELIER SILVIA BERTINI 11, Place de la Mairie - 06570 SAINT -PAUL DE VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 32 18 13 Contact: Silvia BERTINI - ateliersilviab@gmail.com > www.silviabertini.com Experimental studio in the heart of the village of Saint-Paul de Vence. The artist’s aim is to share her pictorial experiments and research with the general public, who can use the materials of their choice (marble powder, cements, acrylics, oil painting, gouache...). Also available on request, screen-printing and portrait workshop. Painting, graphic arts workshops. Range of workshops: outdoor using gouaches and paper or indoor workshop. Length between 2 and 3hrs. Reservation obligatory. Parking outside the village for tourist coaches. Sliding scale prices according to the number of people. Minimum groups: 6 pers. in the studio. Maximum groups: 15 pers. outside. Open all year. Level required: beginner, intermediate, advanced. Length: 1/2 day. Prices from: €45 indoor workshop, €100 outdoor workshop. VENCE

VILLA LE RÊVE 261, avenue Henri Matisse - 06140 VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 58 82 68 Contact: Joëlle AUDRY - villalereve@orange.fr > www.villalerevevence.com The painter Henri Matisse moved into the “Dream” Villa in June 1943. He stayed there until 1949. From his first floor bedroom Matisse found the light, nature and conditions that would inspire some of his most beautiful work. He was particularly fond of his flowered terrace, magnificent garden and exceptional view of the city of Vence. Today, Villa “Le Rêve” is an artists’ residence enabling art schools and artists to organise painting classes with accommodation by the week for groups of up to 15 people.

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Visit ideas FRENCH RIVIERA PASS / GUIDED CITY TOURS / HILLTOP VILLAGES / EXCURSION IDEAS FRENCH RIVIERA MARKETS / TECHNICAL VISITS

FRENCH RIVIERA PASS Designed to enable visitors to travel around for a fixed period of validity (24hrs, 48hrs, 72hrs), the CÔTE D’AZUR PASS provides unlimited access to the Nice le Grand Tour by open top bus, free entrance to museums and tourist sites in the Greater Nice area. It also allows users to benefit from special offers at carefully selected addresses. Pass includes Nice le Grand Tour, Marc Chagall National Museum, Nice tourist trains, Monaco Exotic Garden, Oceanographic Museum, Ephrussi de Rothschild villa, Kérylos villa, Marineland... Prices: 24 hours €26 - 48 Hours €38 - 72 hours €56. Informations & Sales: OFFICE DU TOURISME ET DES CONGRÈS 5, Promenade des Anglais - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0) 892 707 407 (€ 0.34 incl. VAT per min) Professional contact: pass@otcnice.com > www.nicetourisme.com Special terms for tourist industry professionals (- 10%, no minimum order, valid for 2 years, sale or return option …). Nice Tourist & Convention Office enquiries & sales contact: Isabelle VIOTTI - pass@otcnice.com

CAGNES-SUR-MER > www.cagnes-tourisme.com Many theme tours available from the Groups Department of the Office de Tourisme: • Côte d’Azur des Peintres. • Renoir Museum. • Château-Musée Grimaldi. • Cros-de-Cagnes fishermen’s village. • Guided city tours. • The mediaeval village of Haut-de-Cagnes. Tour in French (other languages on request). Reservation: Christelle DE CAIRES groupes@cagnes-tourisme.com

CANNES > www.cannes.travel • Guided tour of the Palais des Festivals. • City tour: Cannes, 2000 years of history. Tours in French, English and Italian. Reservations: Fabienne CESSIN, In charge of tours cessin@palaisdesfestivals.com

ÈZE > www.eze-riviera.com • “Èze autrement”, charm and tradition on the French Riviera, a tour of the village of Èze, History & Legend, famous personalities (in French, English and Italian). Reservations: Patrick LE TIEC eze@webstore.fr

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GUIDED CITY TOURS All year round city Tourist Offices organise guided tours of their commune allowing visitors to discover their heritage through commentated tours. Average length of visit: from 1hr to 2hrs 30 or 1/2 day depending on the Cities.

ON THE COAST ANTIBES –JUAN-LES-PINS > www.antibesjuanlespins.com • The Route of Painters (through the works of the many artists who painted the city and its landscapes). • Tours of Old Antibes. • Artists and the Mediterranean Sea. • Guided tour of Juan-les-Pins. Tours in French and English. Reservations: Cécile YOU - In charge of tours cecile.you@antibesjuanlespins.com

> www.ville-la-turbie.fr • Heritage & history in La Turbie (in French). Reservations: Nadège BERRO info@ville-la-turbie.fr

BEAUSOLEIL

MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE

> www.beausoleil-tourisme.com • The city in the Belle Époque. • The Riviera Palace. • Saint-Joseph Sanctuary. Reservations: info@beausoleil-tourisme.com

LA TURBIE

> www.ot-mandelieu.fr • From Mimosa to Perfume (in French). Reservations: Bureau d’Accueil of the Office de Tourisme accueil@ot-mandelieu.fr VISIT IDEAS 124 125

Visit ideas MENTON, City of Art & History > www.tourisme-menton.fr • An afternoon under the olive trees. • Perched villages... Roquebrune, Gorbio, Sainte-Agnès. • Between gardens and gastronomy, from Menton to Italy. • In the footsteps of the Lascaris family. • From the vegetable garden to gastronomy. • Menton, City of Art & History: Jean Cocteau in Menton. • Menton, City of Art & History: the old town. • Menton, City of Art & History: sites & museums à la carte. • From our craftsmen to your taste buds... a half-day in the heart of the food industry of Menton (in French, other languages on request). Contacts: Danielle LE GOFF danielle.legoff@ville-menton.fr Nathalie LE FUR - nathalie.lefur@ville-menton.fr

NICE > www.nicetourisme.com • Guided tours: Art in the City, an outdoor museum. Reservations: info@otcnice.com Old Nice - A walking tour in the heart of Nice through the narrow streets of the old town, with Ministry of Culture tour guides. Tours in French and English. Tours included in the French Riviera Pass: www.frenchrivierapass.com •

ROQUEBRUNE-CAP-MARTIN > www.roquebrune-cap-martin.com • The architect Le Corbusier’s cabin (in French, English and Italian). • Maginot Line fort (in French and Italian). • The mediaeval village and its castle (in French, English and Italian).

SAINT-LAURENT-DU-VAR > www.tourisme-saintlaurentduvar.com • Guided tour of the old -village (in French and Italian). • Guided tour of the ornamental trees of St-Laurent (in French). • Guided tour of the coast (in French).

VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER > www.villefranche-sur-mer.com • Tour of the Old Town and Citadel (in French, English, German, Spanish). Contact and Reservations: Sandra OTTAVIANI sandra.ottaviani@villefranche-sur-mer.com

VILLENEUVE-LOUBET > www.villeneuve-tourisme.com • The mediaeval fortress. • Exploring Escoffier’s land. • “Marina insolite”.

IN THE INTERLAND & THE MOUNTAINS Discover another French Riviera AURIBEAU-SUR-SIAGNE > www.auribeausursiagne.fr • Guided tours of the village (by appointment). Reservation: Bureau d’Accueil of the Office de Tourisme tourismeauribeau@orange.fr

AURON/SAINT-ÉTIENNE-DE-TINÉE > www.auron.com • Chapels - Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée. • Museums - Ecole du Moulin and Musée des Traditions. Free tours (free participation). Information: Office de Tourisme de Saint-Etienne-de-Tinée saint-etienne@stationsdumercantour.com

CABRIS > http://cabris.voila.net/ • Guided tour of the perched village. Year round by appointment, except Sunday and holidays. 45 min: €1.55 per person from 10 participants. Reservation: Bureau d’Accueil of the Office de Tourisme tourisme.cabris@libertysurf.fr

CANTON DE LEVENS

SAINT-DALMAS-LE-SELVAGE

> www.cantondelevens.com • Route des Oliviers. • Route des Saveurs. • Route des Chevaliers. Information: Association Touristique du Canton de Levens Le Canton aux 10 Sourires contact@cantondelevens.com

> www.saintdalmasleselvage.com • Tour of the Village – Sundials. • Tour of the churches and chapel. Detailed explanatory guide and the keys to the church and chapel available at the Office de Tourisme in exchange for ID. Information: Office de Tourisme saintdalmas@stationsdumercantour.com

GILETTE

SAINT-MARTIN VÉSUBIE

> www.esteron.fr • Tour of the village, discovering the cultural heritage. Tour in French.

> www.saintmartinvesubie.fr • Guided tour of the village and Musée des Traditions SaintMartinoises. Tour in French.

GRASSE, CITY OF ART & HISTORY > www.grasse.fr • Guided tour with traditional route. Tour in French, English, Italian and German. • Theme tours - Life for mediaeval city-dwellers. - Religious life in the Middle Ages. - Life in Fragonard’s century. - In the footsteps of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille. - In the footsteps of the Eagle. - Discovering the fountains. - Grasse in the Middle Ages. - The Episcopal Group. - Villeggiatura and industries. - Tell-tale names. Tours in French, English, German, Italian. Reservation: Bureau d’Accueil of the Office de Tourisme info@grasse.fr In the context of the Ville d’Art & d’Histoire Label, the Service du Patrimoine & d’Animation organises many theme tours. Tours in French, English, Italian and German. Information: animationpatrimoine@villedegrasse.fr

LA COLMIANE-VALDEBLORE > www.colmiane.com • Guided tour of the Sainte-Croix Church and Musée du Terroir. Tour in French.

LUCÉRAM > www.luceram.com The Office de Tourisme organises guided tours: • The mediaeval village, its paved streets, little square, fountains and washhouses. • Musée de la Crèche, unique in the region. • Musée des Vieux Outils & de l’Histoire Locale. • Open-gorge Tower and ramparts. • Heritage Interpretation Centre, murals, exhibitions. • Ste-Marguerite church, panel paintings by local Late Gothic painters and Treasure. Tours by appointment only.

PÉONE (VALBERG) > www.valberg.com • Guided tour of the village of Péone. Tours of the village organised by the Péone Patrimoine Association in July and August. Tours for groups organised on request with the Mercantour National Park.

SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE > www.saint-pauldevence.com Theme tours for professionals in tourism 10 themes available: • Pétanque lesson. • Heritage. • White Penitents’ chapel decorated by Folon. • In Chagall’s footsteps. • Artists. • Entre Terre and Pierre. • Saint-Paul with Jacques Prévert. • Mediaeval streets. • Religious heritage. • Guided tour of the Maeght Foundation. Tours in French, English, German, Italian and Spanish. Contact & reservations: Nicole SOBIE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 32 86 95 tourisme@saint-pauldevence.com

TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP > www.tourrettessurloup.com • La Bastide aux Violettes - tour of the Museum and greenhouses with violets (in French). • Guided tour of the mediaeval village (in French, English, Italian).

VENCE > www.ville-vence.fr • Vence, Old Town. • Vence, fountains. • Vence, chapels. • La Côte d’Azur des Peintres. Tours in French and English.

ROYA VALLEY - Land of Art & History In the context of the “Pays d’Art & d’Histoire” label, many theme tours. > www.royabevera.com VISIT IDEAS 126 127

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PEILLE Clinging to the side of the mountain, Peille is a charming mediaeval village in the Menton countryside. Discover the Chapelle de l’Assomption a listed Historic Monument or the Via Ferrata, a rock climbing site with a superb view of the village. > www.peille.fr

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HILLTOP VILLAGES There are 120 perched villages dotted across the French Riviera. Eagles nest looking out to sea or villages with commanding view of the valleys, discover each villages own special charm up a lane or in an artisan’s studio … Some of the most famous:

COARAZE Coaraze is a perched village, Medieval in appearance, with narrow, cobbled streets, a wealth of vaulted passages, old stone houses. Discover the collection of ceramic sundials signed by Jean Cocteau, Valentin, Douking, etc. A host of artists and craftsmen have also settled in the village in the sun, devoting their talents to leather, pewter or engraving. > http://coaraze.fr

ÈZE Superb eagle’s nest village overlooking the Saint-Jean-CapFerrat peninsula featuring remarkably well conserved mediaeval architecture. Lanes lined with vaulted houses home to numerous artists and artisans’ studios give the village a special authentic, traditional atmosphere. The famous “Jardin d’Èze” garden with its rare species is located at the top of the village. > www.eze-riviera.com

GOURDON Built on a rocky base at an altitude of 760m, Gourdon dominates the Vallée du Loup. It enjoys an incomparable 80 km panoramic view of the French Riviera coastline from Théoule-sur-Mer to Nice. Gourdon, is also renowned for its magniﬁcent gardens designed by Lenôtre as well as its many local crafts studios. > www.gourdon06.fr

A Medieval village facing the glistening Mediterranean at its feet with its back to the Southern Alps. Perched high up on the promontories, in the shelter of the ramparts, it is without doubt one of the most beautiful of its kind. These features suﬃce to explain the fascination that Saint-Paul exercises. Added to this is its cultural and artistic renown. This tiny corner of Provence is a magnet for creative people. Sensibilities and talents from diverse horizons have gravitated there and congregate in its numerous art galleries. > www.saint-pauldevence.com

SAINTE-AGNÈS The highest perched coastal village in Europe, also classiﬁed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, surrounded by a ring of summits. It looks out over the Baie de Menton and opens the gates of its Fort, a Maginot line construction, for visits. > www.sainteagnes.fr

SAORGE In a wild location, Saorge’s lofty houses cling to the steep slopes overlooking the La Roya Valley. In terms of its location, structure and its monuments, Saorge is a stunning miniature example of mediaeval town planning exploiting the features of the difficult terrain. Former impregnable fortified site protecting the Vallée de la Roya, Saorge, a classified Village Monumental, is one of the 40 most beautiful villages in France. > www.royabevera.com - www.saorge.fr

TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP Built on a rocky promontory in the Vence hinterland, Tourrettes-sur-Loup is a fortiﬁed village renowned for its violet growing. The heart of the village, which has conserved its Medieval architecture almost intact, beats to the rhythm of the artists’ studios and galleries, artisan-designers: weavers, potters, ceramicists, painters, sculpture, jewellers… > www.tourrettessurloup.com

EXCURSION IDEAS BY PLANE AIR ODYSSEY 6, Aéroport de Cannes Mandelieu - 06100 CANNES LA BOCCA Tel./Fax 00 33 (0)6 09 56 06 54 Contact: Yves ROUMET - contact@air-odyssey.com > www.air-odyssey.com Air company based at Aéroport de Cannes Mandelieu. All year round, on request, tourist flights for a “bird’s eye view“ of the French Riviera. Group reception (6 pax max.). Disabled access, access door at rear of plane for disabled people. Regular themed excursions available: Sea & Volcanoes, Golf de St-Tropez, etc.

Packages combining panoramic flight + another complementary activity. Catering available at the airport. Shuttle transfer available. Regular theme excursions: Mer & Volcans (Sea & Volcanoes) 130km (unique in France), Gulf of St-Tropez, Verdon Gorges, etc. Packages available combining panoramic flight + discovery of the Esterel volcano with Heritage Guide. Price for individuals, “Mer & Volcan”: €155. Group rates on request. Languages spoken: French, English.

with nearly 60 bridges and tunnels and exceptional vistas on grandiose landscapes, to discover from a panoramic train, according to the time. A favourite starting point for a different experience of the hinterland, this rail journey also travels through 25 villages that have preserved their traditions and their cultural, architectural heritage. Oneway ticket (Nice - Digne-les-Bains): €20.30 adults; children (4 – 12 years): €10.20.

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BY FERRARI

AZUR HÉLICOPTÈRE

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Aérodrome de Cannes Mandelieu - Hangar 5 06150 CANNES LA BOCCA Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 90 40 70 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 90 40 80 Contact: Elisabeth GOUTAL, Sales Manager goutal@azurhelico.com > www.azurhelico.com 7 days a week. All year round. Transfers to and from Cannes /Nice /Monaco /Saint-Tropez and all other destinations (Isola 2000, Courchevel, etc.). Private flights available on request. Panoramic flights and maiden flights departing from Cannes-Mandelieu airport. 2011 Individual price: from €105 for 3 people.

BY TRAIN “TRAIN DES MERVEILLES”: THE HINTERLAND BY RAIL DISCOVER THE ROYA-BÉVÉRA VALLEYS AND ALL THEIR WONDERS A valley on the Italian border, rich in cultural and architectural heritage, in particular exceptional Baroque heritage. The Train of Wonders will take you from Nice to the heart of the villages of the Paillon, Roya and Bévéra valleys as far as Tende. Price with Isabelle pass: €12 (valid from June 01 to September 30) from Fréjus to Vintimille. Group rate (upwards of 10 people). Return ticket between Nice and Tende (except Pass Isabelle): €24.40. Return ticket with Pass Isabelle: €12 (valid from 1 June to 30 September), from Fréjus to Ventimiglia, Cannes to Grasse and Nice to Tende & Vievola. Discover the heritage of the Paillon and Roya-Bévéra Valleys with a guide (French-English) on a train departing from Nice central station at 9.05am daily from June 01 to September 30 and on weekends and public holidays in May and October. Enquiries: ADTRB Pôle tourisme 394, route de Saint-Pierre - 06540 BREIL-SUR-ROYA Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 04 92 05 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 85 35 24 Contact: Estelle GIORDANO - info@adtrb.fr > www.royabevera.com - www.tendemerveilles.com

TRAIN DES PIGNES: A THRILLING TRIP BETWEEN SEA & MOUNTAIN Chemins de Fer de Provence 4 bis, rue Alfred Binet - B.P 1387 - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 03 80 80 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 03 80 81 Contacts: Mylène BENICHOU, Sales Manager mylene.benichou@veoliatransdev.com Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 03 80 83 Suzanne LEON, Groups Services suzanne.leon@veoliatransdev.com Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 03 80 87 train.provence@veolia-transport.fr > www.trainprovence.com The tourist train known as Train des Pignes lines stretches over 151km from Nice to Digne-les-Bains along the Var Valley,

Driving Experience 2, rue Princesse Florestine - 98000 MONACO Tel./Fax 00 377 97 97 17 16 Marketing contact: Nathalie BONINI drivingexperience@livenup.fr > www.livenup.fr Excursions & Road Show. An unforgettable experience on board a dream car. Drive away at thew heel of a Ferrari and discover the sensational stunning locations of the French Riviera from Monaco to StTropez. Excursion length: tour 15 mins, 30 mins or 1 hour. Number of vehicles available: 3 and more available on request. Individual prices: from €49 to €390 (including insurance). Group rate: quote.

BY SPORTS CAR CLS3 LOTUS & CATERHAM HIRE SPECIALIST 26, rue Caﬀarelli - 06000 NICE Visits by appointment: 88, route Canta Gallet – 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)6 25 42 03 29 Contact: Lionel LEFEBVRE - cls3.rentacar@gmail.com > www.cls3rentacar.com Hire of Lotus & Caterhams, convertibles and coupés, left hand or right hand drive. Ideal for that stylish exit from the restaurant, romantic spins, and exploring our haut-pays and its wonders, in perfect simplicity and style. Prices start from €99, to hire a car for the whole day (with 250 km, GPS pack, free delivery to Nice Airport, station or hotel). Free parking for your car, other options available on request. Option to produce a road book with a pre-organised visit to our partners. CLS3 can also bring you unique thrills on the race track subject to dates and availability. Consult us for details.

BY CLASSIC CAR RENT A CAR CLASSIC 26, rue Cafarelli – 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)9 54 00 29 33 Contact: Fabrice LE ROY - f.leroy@rentacarclassic.com contact@rentacarclassic.com > www.rentacarclassic.com Set out behind the wheel of a collection of 20 cars from the 1950s, 60s and 70s, like the AC Cobra, Porsche 356 Speedster, Alfa Romeo Duetto, Lotus Seven or Ford Mustang convertible. These legendary cars are ideal for discovering the French Riviera in a unique glamorous atmosphere! Our activity can adapt to groups of all sizes, 5 to 60 participants, up to 120 pax over 2 half-days. It is even possible to start as soon as you get off the plane at the Airport of Nice! Individual rates for basic rental: €179-€349/vehicle/day. Group rates: €175-€195/person with road book, accompaniment, pre-programmed GPS, etc. VISIT IDEAS 128 129

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BY BUS TOUR OF CAP D’ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 74 64 81 - info@capdantibestour.com > http://capdantibestour.com Discover Cap d’Antibes in an open-top bus with an exceptional view on one of the French Riviera’s most splendid sights. 1-hour guided tour. Commentary in French, English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Japanese, Chinese and Russian. Departure from Juan-les-Pins: Boulevard Baudouin, at the Little Train stop. Departure from Antibes: Port Vauban, across from the Capitainerie (harbour master’s office). Capacity: 30 people. Rates: €10 adults; €6 children (age 2-10). Group rates on request. Runs from April to October.

MONACO LE GRAND TOUR Tel./Fax 00 377 97 70 26 36 info@monacolegrandtour.com Discover the Principality of Monaco’s magnificent views from its superb vantage points. Commentated tours in your native language through individual single use headphones. The “pass” is valid for 1 or 2 days enabling visitors to get on or off freely from the bus at each of the 12 stops to discover the numerous centres of interests along the route (Prince’s Palace, Casino, museums), etc. Commentaries in French, English, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Chinese and Russian. Tour length: approximately 1 hour (length may vary depending on traffic conditions). Adult prices: 1-day Pass €17, 2-day Pass €20. Children’s prices: 1 or 2-day pass (ages 4 to 11 – accompanied by an adult) €7. Students: 1-day Pass €15. Special pass for the “final tour” discount (cannot be combined with other discounts): €10. 1-day pass: “Monaco Le Grand Tour + Oceanographic Museum” - Special price for adults: €24.

NICE LE GRAND TOUR - IN AN OPEN-TOP BUS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 29 17 00 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 29 17 97 info@nicegrandtour.com > www.nicelegrandtour.com Discover the city of Nice from our open-top bus and enjoy unique vistas overs the city. Pass valid for 1 or 2 days, get on and off the bus as you like at any of the 11 stops. Commentaries available in 7 languages with individual “ear pieces”. Tour length: approx. 1hr15. Adult prices: €20 1-day pass, €23 2-day pass. Children’s prices (4 to 11 years) 1-day pass / 2-day pass: €5. Tickets can be purchased on the bus.

UNUSUAL OUTINGS ON A GYROPODE SEGWAY! MOBILBORD 2, rue Halévy - 06000 NICE - Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 80 21 27 Contact: Delphine SEMAVOINE - dsemavoine@mobilbord.com > www.mobilboard.com A novel, entertaining outing for exploring places or towns of interest. Options: from 30 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. Urban rally, treasure hunt, town outing and Olympiad. All year. Scheduled towns: Nice, Villefranche-sur-Mer and other towns on request. Visit led by registered Segway instructors with an audioguide commentary. Equipment: helmets and audio-guide provided. Preliminary fifteen-minute training session certified by a Segway instructor. Individuals: minimum 2 people /maximum 8 people. Group: maximum 15 people. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Weight (min/max): 45 kg - 118 kg.

BY MINIATURE TOURIST TRAIN ANTIBES – JUAN-LES-PINS MINIATURE TOURIST TRAIN 49, rue Bricka - 06160 JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0)6 03 35 61 35 Runs from the end of March to October, from 10am to 6pm. Up to 7pm in July and August. Guided tour in French & English. Departure points: rue de la République in Antibes (stop opposite the merry-go-round) or boulevard Baudoin in Juanles-Pins. Adult price: €7. Children price: €4 (2 - 6 years). Group price: € 6 (20 pers.min.).

CANNES CROISETTE & SUQUET MINIATURE TOURIST TRAIN Société Cannoise de Loisirs - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)6 22 61 25 76 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 38 39 81 info@cannes-petit-train.com > www.cannes-petit-train.com Runs all year round, every hour from 9am to 23h (in summer). Guided tours in French, English, Italian, German, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, literary Arab. 2 routes: “Croisette Tour” and “Suquet District Historic tour”. Departure point: Palais des Festivals, beach side. Adult price: €7. Children’s price: €3 (3 - 10 years). Children under 3 go free. Group price: available on request.

GRASSE MINIATURE TOURIST TRAIN 06130 GRASSE - Tel. 00 33 (0)6 07 75 63 60 petittraindegrasse06@orange.fr > www.petits-trains.com Daily from Easter to October, from 11am to 5pm (varies according to the season).

Commentaries in French, English, Italian, German, Dutch, Russian. Departure point: Cours Honoré Cresp. Route length: approx. 40 minutes. Route: old town, place aux Aires, place Evêché, tower and Palais épiscopal, Cathedral, viewing point. Adult price: €6. Children price: €3 (3 - 12 years). Group price: € 5 (min. 20 pers.).

MENTON MINIATURE TOURIST TRAIN Promenade du Soleil - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 41 31 09 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 57 48 49 promotrains@yahoo.fr Runs daily all year round from 10am to 12pm and from 2pm to 6pm. Every 35 min. From 3pm to 7pm in July and August. Night from 8.30pm to 11.30pm. Closed from November to mid December and from January to mid February. Guided tours in French, English and Italian Lenght hour: approx. 30 minutes. Departure point: Promenade du Soleil. Adult price: €7. – Children’s price: €3 (- de 9 years). Group price: (min. 20 pers.) reservation necessary.

FRENCH RIVIERA MARKETS The vegetable, flower and second hand markets are one of the tourist attractions of the French Riviera. A visit is a must for those who want to get a feel for character and authenticity in the heart of the French Riviera cities and villages.

MONACO TOURS 38, Quai Jean-Charles Rey - 98000 MONACO Tel./Fax 00 377 92 05 64 38 contact@monacotours.mc > www.monacotours.mc Operates daily (weather permitting): • in summer: from 10am to 5pm. • in winter: from 10.30am to 5pm, except from mid November to February. Each train features a panoramic roof and commentary in 12 languages (French, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Greek). Maximum capacity: 60 seats, all facing forward. Departure and arrival (+ ticket sales) opposite the Oceanographic Museum. Lengthr hour: 30 minutes. ”Monaco Tours“ will take you to the Place d’Armes, Port Hercule, trace the route of the Formula Grand Prix, to Monte-Carlo with its Casino and its luxury hotels, to the Old Town home to Prince’s Palace and the Cathedral. Prices: adults €8, children aged 2 to 8 years €4. Group price: €6 (20 pers. min.).

NICE MINIATURE TOURIST TRAIN 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)6 08 55 08 30- Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 88 40 57 contact@trainstouristiquesdenice.com > www.trainstouristiquesdenice.com Runs all year round except from January 5 to 25. Departs daily, every 30 minutes, from the Promenade des Anglais – Jardins Albert Ier: Year round except from 5 to 25 January. Other months: 10am-6pm; July - August; 10am-7pm. Commentaries in French, English, Italian, Spanish, German, Russian, Japanese. Tour length: 45minutes. Adult price: €7. Children’s price: € 4 (under 9).

VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER MINIATURE TOURIST TRAIN Place Amélie Pollonais - 06230 VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 22 16 01 71 - thierry.fruitier@sfr.fr > www.train-touristique-de-villefranche-sur-mer.com Runs from 1 April to 30 October, 9:30am-5pm, when cruise ships are present. Guided tours in French, English, Italian and Spanish. Departure point: Place Amélie Pollonais. Commentated tour lasting 25 minutes. Rates: €7 adults; €3 children. Group rate: (20 persons min) by appointment.

ANTIBES PROVENCAL MARKET- Cours Masséna Daily from 6am to 1pm except Mondays. Daily in July & August. SECOND HAND MARKET - Place Nationale – all day Saturday. Boulevard d’Aiguillon – all day Thursday. LOCAL CRAFTS MARKET - Cours Masséna Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 3pm to 7pm. From mid June to the end of September, daily except Mondays. BEAULIEU-SUR-MER PROVENCAL MARKET - Saturday morning. SECOND HAND MARKET - Terrasse du Port de Plaisance 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month. FRUIT - VEGETABLE - FISH MARKET Monday to Saturday & Sunday in season, 8am-1pm. BEAUSOLEIL “GUSTAVE EIFFEL” INDOOR MARKET Boulevard de la République - Rue du Marché Daily from 6am to 1pm. BREIL-SUR-ROYA LOCAL MARKET: every Tuesday. LOCAL PRODUCE: Saturday mornings. BIOT PROVENCAL MARKET - Historic centre Every Tuesday 8am to 1pm. CAGNES-SUR-MER FRUIT, VEGETABLE & FLOWER MARKET Cité Marchande. During works, La Rotonde car park. Every day, 7am-1pm & 3pm-5pm, except Monday and Sunday afternoon. FISH MARKET - Port du Cros de Cagnes. Daily from 7am to 1pm and from 3pm to 5pm except Mondays. VISIT IDEAS 130 131

Visit ideas MARKET WITH STALLS Avenue des Oliviers – every Tuesday & Thursday mornings from 8.30am to 1pm. Parking de la Villette - every Wednesday from 8.30am to 1pm. Boulevard Kennedy – every Friday. 8.30am to 1pm. LE CANNET “DE ROCHEVILLE” PROVENCAL MARKET - Place Foch Every Sunday from 6am to 1.30pm (food & miscellaneous products). Every Thursday from 6am to 1.30pm (food only). “L’AUBAREDE” MARKET - Place Villa Do Conde Every Wednesday from 6am to 12pm (organic farm produce). “CANNET CENTRE” MARKET - Place Jean Jaurès Every Tuesday from 6am to 12pm (food, clothes and miscellaneous products). CANNES “FORVILLE” PROVENCAL MARKET - Rue Forville Daily from 7am to 1.30pm (food and flowers), except Monday. “GAMBETTA” PROVENCAL MARKET- Place Gambetta Daily from 7am to 1.30pm (food & miscellaneous products). SECOND HAND MARKET Second hand/antiques: Marché Forville. Every Monday. SECOND HAND MARKET - Place de la poste - La Bocca Every Thursday & Saturday. ANTIQUES & SECOND HAND MARKET- Allées de la Liberté Every Saturday & Sunday from 8am to 6pm.

MONACO MARCHÉ DE LA CONDAMINE (fruit, vegetables and flowers) Place d’Armes -Every day, 6am-2pm. Inside the covered market, fish, butchers, bakers and caterers offer local products as well as Monegasque and regional specialities. MARCHÉ DE MONTE-CARLO (fruits & vegetables) 7, avenue Saint-Charles - Daily from 6am to 1pm. Market gardeners, bar, grocers, bakers, butchers and fresh pasta. SECOND HAND MARKET - Fontvieille Saturdays from 10am to 5pm. MOUANS-SARTOUX PROVENCAL MARKET Place Jean Jaurès & Place de Gaulle Every Tuesday & Thursday, from 8am to 12pm. NICE MARKET (FOOD) Cours Saleya, Libération, Ray, Saint Roch & Ariane. Daily from 7am to 1pm, except Mondays. FISH MARKET - Place Saint-François Every morning from 6am to 1pm except Mondays. FLOWER MARKET - Cours Saleya Daily from 6am to 5.30pm except Mondays & Sunday afternoons. SECOND HAND MARKET - Cours Saleya Every Monday from 8am to 5pm.

CARROS LOCAL MARKET Place du 8 mai 1945 – every Thursday morning. Rue de l’Aspre – every Saturday morning. FONTAN LOCAL MARKET - Every Friday. GRASSE PROVENCAL MARKET – Place aux Aires Every Saturday morning. LA BRIGUE SEASONAL LOCAL PRODUCE MARKET: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sunday morning. MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE “LES TERMES” LOCAL MARKET Wednesday & Friday morning. “LA NAPOULE” LOCAL MARKET - Place Saint Fainéant Every Thursday morning. “CAPITOU” MARKET - Place Jeanne d’Arc Every Saturday morning. MENTON OLD PORT MARKET – Quai de Monléon Every morning, except Monday (food market). FRUIT & VEGETABLE MARKET Every morning except Monday. CAREÏ MARKET Every Tuesday morning (various markets). SECOND HAND MARKET - Esplanade Palméro: 2nd Sunday of the month. - Place aux Herbes: every Friday.

PUGET-THÉNIERS PROVENCAL MARKET (fruits & vegetables) Place Principale (Main square). Every Sunday from 7am to 11am. ROQUEBILLIÈRE LOCAL PRODUCE MARKET Every Tuesday morning from 8am to 1pm, from April to October. SAINT-LAURENT-DU-VAR MARKET - 222, esplanade du Levant Every Sunday from 8am to 1pm. ORGANIC MARKET - Avenue Donadeï (near “Cap 3000”) Every Tuesday & Friday from 8am to 1pm. SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE COUNTRY MARKET - Place du Jeu de Boules. Every Wednesday morning from 9am to 1pm. Meeting with farmers at the market. Mediterranean flavours: fruit, vegetables, honey, chocolate, nougat, oil and Socca.

MARCHE D’YVETTE - Place du Jeu de boules Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday all day at the Lavoir: fruit, vegetables and flowers. SOSPEL MARKET - Every Thursday morning. LOCAL PRODUCE MARKET - Every Sunday morning.

TECHNICAL VISITS FRENCH RIVIERA OBSERVATORIES

TENDE MARKET - Every Wednesday. LOCAL PRODUCERS MARKET Every Tuesday morning, Saturday & Sunday mornings in season.

The ultimate star-gazing experience. The French Riviera is home to France’s 2nd observatory in France, after Paris, combining the ones in Nice and Calern. Its renown is international.

THÉOULE-SUR-MER PROVENCAL MARKET - Tuesday and Friday, 7am-1pm. TOP COASTAL FARMERS MARKET - Wednesday, from April to September, 6pm-8pm.

Mont Gros - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 00 31 12 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 00 30 94 Contact: Dominique SHRAEN - shraen@oca.eu > www.oca.eu Situated on the Mont-Cros plateau, the Observatory is a veritable world star in the astronomy world. Created by patron Raphaël Bischoffsheim in 1881, it was built with the combined talents of Charles Garnier, architecture, and Gustave Eiffel, dome. Its telescope, 18 metres long, was one of the world’s most powerful instruments. Two thousand new double stars have been discovered in Nice. Today the Observatory has become one of the top centres in the world in terms of knowledge of the universe. Guided tours on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 2:45pm by registering on the internet site. Visit length: approximately 2hrs. Individual public prices: adults €6, children aged 6 to 12 years & students €3. Group rate: on request.

TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP MARKET (FOOD) - Every Wednesday morning. VALBONNE MARKET - Village de Valbonne, Place des Arcades Every Friday from 7.30am to 1.30am. “SOPHIA ANTIPOLIS GARBEJAÏRE” MARKET Every Tuesday afternoon from 4pm to 8pm. SECOND HAND MARKET - Old town 1st Sunday of the month. VALLAURIS PROVENCAL MARKET - Place de l’Homme au Mouton Every morning except Monday (fruit, vegetables, flowers). CLOTHES MARKET – Avenue de Cannes Every Sunday & Wednesday morning. GOLFE-JUAN PROVENCAL MARKET - Place Aimé Berger (fruit, vegetables, clothing and other products). Every Friday morning. FISHMARKET– Vieux Port Fish of the day. Every morning exept on Monday. VENCE LOCAL PRODUCERS’ FLOWER MARKET, FRUIT AND VEGETABLE MARKET- Place du Grand Jardin. Every day 9am-1pm FUN FAIR - Old town. Tuesday. SECOND HAND MARKET - Place du Grand Jardin Every Wednesday. MARCHÉ DU PAYS VENÇOIS (REGIONAL MARKET) Place du Grand Jardin, Clemenceau, Surian & Cahours. Every Friday morning. VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER MARKET - Jardin Binon - Every Saturday morning. FOOD MARKET - Jardin François Binon - Wednesday morning. ARTS & CRAFTS - March to October, when cruise ships are present (list of dates available at Office de Tourisme). All day - Place A. Pollonnais. SECOND HAND MARKET - Place A.Pollonnais & Jardin Binon Every Sunday. VILLENEUVE-LOUBET FARM & ORGANIC PRODUCE MARKET Village pedestrian area. Every Wednesday & Saturday morning. Avenue de la Mer - Monday morning from April to October. SECOND HAND MARKET - Place du Village - Pedestrian area in the village. Every Sunday morning.

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OBSERVATOIRE DU PLATEAU DE CALERN (Haut Pays Grassois) 2130, route de l’observatoire - 06460 CAUSSOLS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 40 54 54 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 40 54 33 Contact: Bernadette NANSCIMBEN > www.astrorama.net Situated in a wonderful location on the heights of Grasse it houses an observation instrument collection including an interferometer unique in the world.

ASTRORAMA-PARSEC Route de la Revère – Col d’Èze - 06360 ÈZE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 85 85 58 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 40 54 11 Contact: Colette PEPINO parsec@astrorama.net > www.astrorama.net “Open Sky” evenings: *Mid-February to June: Friday & Saturday. Open Sky evening + lecture. Rates: €10 adults, €8 children. *July & August: Festival evenings + lectures: Open Sky + musical show from 8pm to 11pm. Rates: €13 adults, €9 children. *September & October: Open Sky evening + lecture, Friday & Saturday. Registration required on the Internet site. Guided tours for groups available on request. Free parking on site. Car parking for 100 cars and 5 coaches. Cafeteria and shop on site.

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Gastronomy & restaurants LOCAL SPECIALITIES THE “CUISINE NISSARDE RESPECT DE LA TRADITION” TRADEMARK GREAT MICHELIN-STARRED RESTAURANTS / MEETING AROUND SWEETS / MEETING AROUND WINE MEETING AROUND CULINARY FLAVOURS / MEETING AROUND OLIVE OIL / DINNER PLUS SHOW / RESTAURANTS HOSTING GROUPS

LOCAL SPECIALITIES The French Riviera has over 3,000 restaurants, some enjoying a worldwide reputation.

SAVOURY SPECIALITIES > La pissaladière: onion tart covered in anchovy filets and black olives. > La socca: crêpe made from chick pea flour, water and olive oil cooked in a wood charcoal oven. > La salade niçoise: anchovies, tuna, tomatoes, green peppers, celery, hard-boiled eggs, black olives and a drizzle of olive oil for seasoning (in season people add artichoke hearts and baby broad beans). > Le Pan-Bagnat: round bread filled with salade niçoise and onions or spring onions. > La Bagna Cauda: raw vegetables dipped in a fondue of hot olive oil, garlic and anchovies. > La soupe au pistou: vegetable soup with basil (carrots, turnips, green cabbage, courgettes, white haricot beans, leeks, potatoes, garlic, salt, pepper and pancetta). > Les beignets de fleurs de courgettes - Courgette flower fritters. > Les petits farcis: tomatoes, courgettes, onions, mushrooms, courgette flowers, peppers and aubergines stuffed with salt pork, egg, basil, garlic, parmesan, olive oil... > Les gnocchis made from hard corn semolina (Italian style) or potato. > Les raviolis niçois stuffed with beef and served with beef jus. > Les tripes à la niçoise, tripe in tomato sauce. > Le stockfish: made from a base of dried cod cooked with onions, tomatoes and white wine, two hours, sprinkled with a few anchovies and black olives. > La porquetta: stuffed suckling pig. > L’aïoli: type of garlic mayonnaise. > And fish… naturally (red mullet, dorade…). “Sunshine cooking” ingredients: garlic, olive oil and aromatic herbs such as basil, thyme, rosemary, sage…

THE “CUISINE NISSARDE RESPECT DE LA TRADITION” TRADEMARK To preserve and promote the authentic cuisine of Nice, the “Cuisine nissarde, le respect de la tradition” trademark has been registered. From family restaurants to gastronomic tables, restaurateurs displaying the trademark (with the official logo on the window of their establishment) offer an opportunity to discover traditional Niçois recipes: pissaladière (onion tart), Salade Niçoise, ravioli, gnocchi, daube (beef stewed in wine), stockfish (dried cod), ratatouille, farcis niçois (stiffed vegetables), tourte de blette (Swiss chard pie)… Recipes and list of restaurants representing the trademark at wwww.frenchriviera-tourism.com

ZOOM MOUGINS - City and Arts & Crafts around Gastronomy

GREAT MICHELIN-STARRED RESTAURANTS Discover the French Riviera’s best restaurants listed in the red MICHELIN guide > www.viamichelin.com (source: Guides Michelin & restaurants). 2011 rankings.

3 MICHELIN STARS MONACO Alain DUCASSE: “Louis XV-Alain Ducasse”, Hôtel de Paris > www.alain-ducasse.com

2 MICHELIN STARS SWEET SPECIALITIES > La tourte aux blettes: chard-based dessert (vegetable only keep the green leaves), grapes and pine nuts. > Dried figs. > Confit fruit. > Les ganses (fine sugared donuts). > La fougassette (orange blossom-flavoured brioche-type speciality).

BEAULIEU-SUR-MER Olivier SAMSON: “Le Restaurant des Rois”, La Réserve de Beaulieu > www.reservebeaulieu.com CANNES Christian SINICROPI: “La Palme d’Or”, Hôtel Martinez > www.hotel-martinez.com Bruno OGER: “Villa Archange“ > www.bruno-oger.com GASTRONOMY & RESTAURANTS 134 135

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GRASSE Jacques CHIBOIS: “La Bastide Saint Antoine” > www.jacques-chibois.com Emmanuel RUZ: “Lou Fassum” > www.loufassum.com MENTON Mauro COLAGREGO: “Le Mirazur ” > www.mirazur.fr

ÈZE Fabrice VULIN: “La Chèvre d’Or”, Château de la Chèvre d’Or > www.chevredor.com LA TURBIE Bruno CIRINO: “l’Hostellerie Jérôme” > www.hostelleriejerome.com MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE Stéphane RAIMBAULT: “L’Oasis” > www.oasis-raimbault.com MONACO Christophe CUSSAC: “Joël Robuchon Monte-Carlo” Hôtel Métropole > www.metropole.com VENCE Yannick FRANQUES: "Le St-Martin"Château Saint-Martin & Spa > www.chateau-st-martin.com

MONACO Patrick RAINGEARD: “Mandarine” restaurant > www.portpalace.com Joël GARAULT: “Vistamar“, Hôtel Hermitage > fr.hotelhermitagemontecarlo.com Takéo YAMAZAKI: "Yoshi", Hôtel Métropole > www.metropole.com MOUGINS Serge GOULOUMES: “Le Mas Candille” > www.lemascandille.com Sébastien CHAMBRU: "Le Moulin de Mougins" > www.moulindemougins.com NICE Michaël et Gaël TOURTEAUX: “Flaveur“ > www.flaveur.net David FAURE: "L’Aphrodite" > www.restaurant-aphrodite.com

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Mickaël GRACIEUX: "L’Aromate" > www.laromate.fr

ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS Christian MORISSET: "Le Figuier de St-Esprit" > www.restaurant-figuier-saint-esprit.com

Michel DEL BURGO: “Le Chantecler” - Le Negresco > www.hotel-negresco-nice.com

Francis CHAUVEAU: “Les Pêcheurs”, Cap d’Antibes Beach Hôtel > www.lespecheurs-lecap.com BIOT Claude JACQUES: “Les Terraillers” > www.lesterraillers.com CAGNES-SUR-MER / CROS DE CAGNES Jacques MAXIMIN: “Bistrot de la Marine“ > www.bistrotdelamarine.com Mme BANDECCHI: “Josy Jo” > www.restaurant-josyjo.com CANNES Sébastien BRODA: "Le Park 45", Le Grand Hôtel Cannes > www.grand-hotel-cannes.com Ludovic ORDAS: “Mon Rêve de Gosse“ > www.monrevedegosse.com ÈZE Axel WAGNER: “Château Eza” - Èze Village > www.chateaueza.com

Christian PLUMAIL: “L’Univers” > www.christianplumail.com Keisuke MATSUSHIMA: “Keisuke Matsushima” > www.keisukematsushima.com PEILLON Christian MILLO: “Auberge de la Madone” > www.auberge-madone-peillon.com LE ROURET Daniel ETTLINGER: “Le Clos Saint-Pierre” > www.le-clos-saint-pierre.com SAINT-JEAN-CAP-FERRAT Didier ANIES: “Grand Hôtel du Cap Ferrat” > www.grand-hotel-cap-ferrat.com SAINT-MARTIN-DU-VAR Jean-François ISSAUTIER: “Jean-François Issautier” > www.issautier.fr VENCE Christophe DUFAU: “Les Bacchanales” > www.lesbacchanales.com

MEETING AROUND SWEETS CONFECTIONERS TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP

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MAISON AUER 7, rue Saint-François-de-Paule - 06000 NICE Tel 00 33 (0)4 93 85 77 98 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 62 07 17 Contact: Thierry AUER, Master Confectioner chocolatemaker - thierry@maison-auer.com contact@maison-auer.com > www.maison-auer.com Confectioner since 1820, the Auer family invites you on a guided tour of this confectionery institution with its Rococo décor where, according to family tradition, comfit fruits, jams and chocolates are produced artisan style. Free visit by appointment only (small groups).

CONFISERIE FLORIAN Florian confectionery perpetuates the age old tradition of transforming the flowers and fruits of our region into delicious jams and confectionery. Situated in the Gorges du Loup near Grasse and on Nice port, they offer free, guided tours of the different transformation workshops, in several different languages. Winter: fruit work, jams, chocolate-coated orange peel, glazed fruit confit, in-house production of chocolates and acid drop sweets. From February to August: violet work, followed by Tango rose, jasmine and verbena transformed into crystallized flowers or flower confits as gourmand tasty treats. Visit highlights include the confectionery plant garden, acidulated pause at the “Bistrot des Fleurs” (sampling of flower-based recipes - www.la-cuisine-des-fleurs.com), “petit musée de la fleur sucrée” (little sugared flower museum) tracing the history of the flower down the ages. Visiting times including Sundays & public holidays from 9am to 12pm and from 2pm to 6.30 pm. Boutique open during high season from 12pm to 2pm. Group visits: by appointment. CONFISERIE FLORIAN DES GORGES DU LOUP Le Pont du Loup - 06140 TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 59 32 91 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 59 38 32 CONFISERIE FLORIAN DU VIEUX NICE 14, quai Papacino - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 55 43 50 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 55 21 46 Contact: Véronique GREGOIRE servicecommercial@confiserieflorian.com & info@confiserieflorian.com > www.confiserieflorian.com

JAM MAKERS MENTON

MAISON HERBIN Master jam maker 2, rue Palmaro - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 57 20 29 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 57 21 00 Contacts: Jean-Claude BINEAU, Nicole BINEAU confitures.herbin@wanadoo.fr > www.confitures-herbin.com Master jam maker. Numerous varieties of jams made from fruit (Menton lemons and oranges). Open all year round. Individual & group visits. For individuals: commentated tour on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10.30am. For groups: commentated tour and free tasting from Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 11.30am and from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. Other days: by appointment. Visit length: 30 to 45 minutes.

AU PAYS DU CITRON 24, rue Saint-Michel - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 09 22 85 > www.aupaysducitron.fr In the heart of old Menton’s pedestrian area, shop and production workshop specialising in Menton lemons. Guided tours of the production workshops available all year round.

CHOCOLATE MAKERS LEVENS

CHOCOLATERIE MARCELLIN 1174, route de la Roquette - 06670 LEVENS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 79 75 96 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 79 77 08 Contact: Geneviève IGORRA chocolatteriemarcellin@gmail.com > www.chocolaterie-marcellin.fr.gd Quality label: “L’excellence Artisan”. Artisan chocolate-maker since 1926. Chocolaterie Marcellin organises guided tours and free tasting on Saturdays only until 5pm. Explanation of the history of chocolate and production methods, from tree to today’s chocolate confectionery. Average length of visit: 40 mins. Open from September 15 to May 15 from Monday to Saturday from 8.30am to 6pm – closed on Sundays. Individual & group reception (groups of + 10 people by appointment). Car & mini-bus parking only. GASTRONOMY & RESTAURANTS 136 137

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MEETING AROUND WINE VINEYARDS The Comté de Nice is renowned for its wines which include some of the greatest “crus” in Provence. They are a wonderful accompaniment to the local gastronomy and specialities. The only urban AOP (Protected Designation of Origin) listed since 1941, the wine of Bellet in Nice is a small but renowned vineyard with original aromatic whites and sumptuous reds CANNES

DOMAINE DE L’ABBAYE DE LÉRINS (LERINS ABBAYE ESTATE) Île Saint Honorat - CS 10040 - 06400 CANNES CEDEX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 99 54 24 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 99 54 41 Contact: Emilie SAMOUR, Marketing Assistant tonnelle@abbayedelerins.com mariepaques@abbayedelerins.com > www.abbayedelerins.com Vines have been cultivated on the Ile Saint-Honorat since the Middle Ages. Today it is home to twenty-five monks who live according to the rules of Saint Benoît who have kept the tradition alive and eke a modest living from their vines and making liqueurs. They grow eight hectare of vines which produce some of the finest wines on Saint-Honorat island off the coast of Cannes. These great wines produced by the work of the monks enjoy international renown. Lérins abbey wines are produced by a stringent vine selection process. The attentive work of the monks produces great vintages recognised by the greatest starred chefs as the best wines in France and greatest vintages in the region. Open all year round. GRASSE

LE VIN EN TOUTE SIMPLICITÉ (WINE IN ALL SIMPLICITY) 28, rue de l’Amiral de Grasse - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 83 05 61 04 Contact: Denis FARETRA, Manager contact@levinentoutesimplicite.com > www.levinentoutesimplicite.com Wine-tasting lessons and vineyard tours, corporate demonstrations, talks on wine-making and tasting initiation, wine serving and commentary during a meal, “Wine & Cheese” evening, such are the Services proposed by winewaiter Denis Faretra.

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CHÂTEAU DE BELLET (BELLET CHÂTEAU) 440, chemin de Saquier - Saint-Roman-de-Bellet 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 37 81 57 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 37 93 83 Contact: Ghislain de CHARNACÉ chateaudebellet@aol.com This wine-growing estate has been the historic home of the barons of Bellet since the 16th century (ancestors of the current owner). Guided tour of the Estate and tasting of the Château’s wines by the owners. Organisation of tailored events: lunch, dinner, gala dinners... Length: 1hr 30 mins. Groups by appointment only, from 20 to 90 people. Price: €26 per pers. Tours in French and English. Coach park on the estate.

CHÂTEAU DE CRÉMAT – AOP BELLET (CRÉMAT CHÂTEAU - BELLET AOP WINE) SCEA CHATEAU DE CREMAT 442, chemin de Crémat - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 15 12 15 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 15 12 13 Contact: Roxane TOSELLI, Reception chateaucremat@orange.fr Built over a century ago on the Crémat hill, the Château de Crémat is situated high above the Var valley. Its exceptional location, between sea and mountain, makes it the ideal venue to organise prestigious events. Free guided tour of the vineyard (up to 7 people) with winetasting. By appointment. Groups (minimum 5 people): paying guided tours and winetasting for groups and individuals from €15 to €19 and from €25 to €32 at weekends by appointment. Average length of the visit from 60 to 90 minutes. Languages spoken: English, French, Dutch and Spanish. Sale on the estate.

DOMAINE AUGIER 680, route de Bellet Saint-Roman-de-Bellet - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 37 81 47 Contact: Rosette AUGIER Wine-tasting hosted by the proprietor harvesting Bellet wines. By appointment only.

DOMAINE DE TOASC (DOMAINE DE TOASC ESTATE) 213, chemin de Crémat - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 15 14 14 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 15 14 00 Contact: Bernard NICOLETTI - contact@domainedetoasc.com > www.domainedetoasc.com Toasc estate boasts a prime location on the heights of Nice, 10 minutes from the Baie des Anges. Visitors can tour the estate with its 7 hectares of vines and 2 hectares of olive trees. The estate’s wines are typical AOP Bellet thanks to its special vines and maritime climate. Toasc estate offers wine-tasting sessions, site tours and reception venues surrounded by art works from the Nice School which lend the site a pleasing cultural dimension for art lovers. Group reception or events from 60 to 120 people. Guided tours of the estate in French and English. For 10 to 35 people: €20/person; for 2 to 9 people: €30/person. Package rate for less than 10 visitors: €200. Tour of the cellar, the winehouse, tasting of 6 products from the estate and access to the shop. Tasting for a fee (free for €100 of purchases minimum). Shop open Tuesday to Saturday, 2:30pm-5:30pm.

LES CÔTEAUX DE BELLET 325, chemin de Saquier - Saint-Roman-de-Bellet - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 29 92 99 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 18 10 99 Contact: Hélène CALVIERA - lescoteauxdebellet@wanadoo.fr > www.vinsdebellet.com Visit of the vineyard and cellar following by a tasting session. By appointment (6 to 20 people). Group rate: €15 per person.

DOMAINE DE LA SOURCE (DOMAINE DE LA SOURCE ESTATE) 303, chemin de Saquier - St Roman-de-Bellet - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 29 81 60 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 29 81 60 Contact: Carine DALMASSO, Winemaker domaine.source.bellet@orange.fr contact@domainedelasource.fr > www.domainedelasource.fr Family-run estate in its 3rd year of conversion to organic farming (2011 BIO). Nestled in the hills of Bellet, the estate produces white, red and rosé wines. Everything is done by hand on the site to obtain the very finest products. The estate welcomes you year round for tours of the vineyard and tasting of its Bellet wines (and AOP Nice olive oil). Group welcome with possibility of organising custom events. Price: €10 per person. Sales at the cellar.

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DOMAINE VITICOLE LA VASTA - VIN DES BAOUS (LA VASTA WINE - GROWING ESTATE – BAOUS WINE) Vignoble de Saint-Paul 1466, route des Serres - 06570 SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0)6 10 11 94 00 ou 00 33 (0)6 62 51 92 08 Contacts: Louis GIRAUDO – Raphaël VIGNEAU Louis Giraudo, owner, and Raphaël Vigneau, vintner, produce red, rosé and white wine, unique in Provence. The vineyards cover 2 hectares at the foot of the village. The grape varieties used are varieties of vines typical of the Alpes-Maritimes region. Open all year round. Groups, individuals welcome by reservation. Guided tours of the vineyard followed by free tasting of wine and appetisers. Groups by reservation. Average visit length: 40 mins. Visit in French & English. Rates on request. Parking for cars + 1 space for a coach nearby. TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP

DOMAINE SAINT-JOSEPH (DOMAINE SAINT-JOSEPH ESTATE) 160, chemin des Vignes 06140 TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP Tel. 00 33 (0)6 09 28 26 59 Contact: Julien BERTAINA - bertaina.julien@gmail.com > http://domainestjoseph.pagesperso-orange.fr/ 2 ha of vines under the western ramparts of Saint-Paul de Vence, plus 1 ha at Tourrettes-sur-Loup, where you can taste wines, fruit-based aperitif wines, salted olives and Nice AOP olive oil from the estate. Groups by reservation. All year round: between 9am and 6pm, subject to availability. For individuals & groups (25 people max.): commentated tour of the vineyard and wine cellar at Tourrettes-sur-Loup, followed by tasting. Languages spoken: French & English. Reservation mandatory. Price: from €5 per person. 10 car park spaces. Estate only accessible by mini-bus (tourist coaches can stop 400 metres from the estate).

SAINT-JEANNET

VIGNOBLE DES HAUTES COLLINES DE LA CÔTE D’AZUR - VINEYARD 800, chemin des Sausses - 06640 SAINT-JEANNET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 24 96 01 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 24 96 11 Contacts: Georges RASSE - Denis RASSE vindazur@sfr.fr > www.vindazur.surinternet.com Sale, tasting and commentated tours of this vineyard. The Saint-Jeannet wine-making process is unique. The wine is known as “tuilé”, i.e. left for several months in large glass bottles in direct sunshine. It is then transferred into an oak barrel to mature. Open all year for individuals or groups. Unaccompanied visits or commentated tours available on request in French and English. Average length of visit and tasting session: 30 mins to 1hr30. Free tasting for individuals. Groups price available on request.

> DETAILS OF ALL THE VINEYARDS OF THE FRENCH RIVIERA ARE AVAILABLE ON: www.frenchriviera-tourism.com

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Groups : min. 2 people – max. 20 people. Open all year round. Price: from €69 per person (varies according to wines selected). Languages spoken: French and English (on request).

OENOLOGY COURSES CANNES

DOMAINE DE L’ABBAYE DE LÉRINS Île Saint Honorat - CS 10040 - 06141 CANNES CEDEX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 99 54 24 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 99 54 41 > www.abbayedelerins.com Contact: Emilie SAMOUR, Sales Assistant tonnelle@abbayedelerins.com The wine waiter-advisor will welcome and accompany you to organise a friendly andwarm encounter around the discovery of wines, wine-making methods,wines devised by the monks of Lérins. Arange of menus are available, each comprising a savoury or sweet accompaniment. Languages spoken: French and English (on request). Price: from €17 per person to taste 2 wines (varies according to selected wines). On the basis of a minimum of 10 people (on prior booking only). Length: 45 minutes.

GRASSE

LA BASTIDE SAINT-ANTOINE ***** 48, avenue Henri-Dunant - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 70 94 94 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 70 94 95 info@jacqueschibois.com > www.jacqueschibois.com La Bastide Saint-Antoine organises oenology classes: introduction to wine tasting in a cellar (1,600 references, approx. 17,000 bottles) with a sommelier. • Oenology course. Learn about the different vines, winemaking methods. Learn to recognise the wine components. Our wine waiter will familiarise you with the vocabulary of the wine expert. Last but not least, you will learn about food and wine combinations. Vineyard tour. Tasting & explanations (2 or 3 wines) representing the different grape varieties (excluding great vintages). Length: maximum 2 hrs.

MONACO

HÔTEL LE MÉRIDIEN BEACH PLAZA **** 22, avenue Princesse Grace - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 15 78 88 reservations.montecarlo@lemeridien.com > www.lemeridien.com/montecarlo The Méridien Beach Plaza sommeliers are organizing wine tasting sessions in a friendly atmosphere. • Oenology sessions from January to June. Price: €48 (the price includes a surprise from the sommelier). Included in the activity: 1-hour course and wine tasting (a wine related to the course). The client will take away a bottle of wine chosen by the sommelier. Courses given in French, English and Italian. It is possible to combine wine tasting and cooking courses. Wine tasting activities can be expressly organized on request.

NICE

CAVE BIANCHI 7, rue Raoul Bosio - 06300 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 85 65 79 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 62 48 61 cavebianchi@aol.com > www.cave-bianchi.fr Contact: Franck OBADIA Caves Bianchi wine cellars dating back to 1860 in Nice and in Cannes are the oldest wine merchants in the region. The superb wine cellars in Nice, in the former cellars of Saint-Dominique cloister (in the heart of Nice Old Town) have been restored. • Oenology course. This moving space has been designed as a reception venue for wine enthusiasts who appreciate to the memory of old stones and are curious to benefit froman introduction to wine-tasting of our regional vineyards. Thanks to the acquisition and restoration of this large new vaulted cellar we can now welcome large groups and promote the wine-growing talents of our area. Open all year round. Prices on request.

MEETING AROUND CULINARY FLAVOURS COOKERY LESSONS

SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE

LA PETITE CAVE DE SAINT-PAUL FREDERIC THEYS, SOMMELIER 7, rue de l’Etoile - 06570 SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE Tel./ Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 32 59 54 Mobile: 00 33 (0)6 81 29 04 74 contact@cavesaintpaul.com > www.cavesaintpaul.com Frédéric Theys is a dedicated sommelier who welcomes you in an authentic 14th-century cellar to help you discover his selection of wines from Provence and elsewhere. Several formulas available: wine tasting for individuals and groups. •

Introduction to wine tasting Discovering Provençal wine: 3 wines, assortment of bread. Duration: approx. 45 minutes. Rates: €20 per person or €15 per person for groups of over 10 people. Capacity: maximum 30 guests per session, standing for over 20 guests.

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Advanced pairing of food and wine. Wine & cheese or Wine & chocolate: 4 wines, assortment of cheese or chocolate and bread. Duration: approx. 1¼ hours. Rates: €40 per person or €25 per person for groups of over 10 people. Capacity: maximum of 20 seated guests per session.

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Learning about fine wines A tour of the great French vintages from Champagne, Burgundy, Bordeaux, Rhône Valley...: 5 wines, assorted cheeses, charcuterie, chocolate and bread. Duration: approx. 2 hours. Rates: €60 per person or €45 per person for groups of over 10 people. Capacity: 20 seated guests maximum per tasting session.

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Personalised tasting on request, theme tasting or old vintages, or for a specific vineyard, games around wine... 4 people minimum. Welcome in French or English.

Services available year round, according to availability. Reservation required for groups. Parking outside the village for coaches.

CAP D’ANTIBES

LE PAVILLON RESTAURANT HÔTEL IMPÉRIAL GAROUPE ***** 770, chemin de la Garoupe - 06600 CAP D’ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 93 31 61 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 93 31 62 cap@imperial-garoupe.com > www.imperial-garoupe.com Contact: Chrystel CLEMENT Initiation in the culinary techniques and handiwork of the great chefs. Discover the secrets of Gastronomy from the local area and further afield in the company of the Chef. •

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Cookery lessons. Open all year round. Length: ½ day, day. Prices 2011: €70 (3-hrs cookery lesson, per pers.), €125 (½ day lesson, complete menu with tasting), €160 (1-day “tasting & practice” course). Learn to cook like a chef with the “Cooking for All” package. Package includes 4 cookery lessons (option n° 1). Price: €250. GASTRONOMY & RESTAURANTS 140 141

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Cookery lessons. Different themes available for young and old. Classes taught in French and English. By reservation. Minimum group size: 8 pers. Maximum group size: 25 pers. For individuals: €95 (aperitif & drinks included, price includes cookery classes and dinner). Groups on request.

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COOKERY WORKSHOPS AT THE OASIS L’OASIS RESTAURANT CANNES

LES APPRENTIS GOURMETS 6, rue Teisseire - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 38 78 76 - Fax 33 (0)4 92 93 31 62 contact@lesapprentisgourmets.fr > www.lesapprentisgourmets.fr Contact: Fabrice MASSE “Les Apprentis Gourmets”, the largest workshop and widest offering of cooking classes on the French Riviera (3 classes a day, Tuesday to Saturday). According to the class, you can taste your recipes on site or take them home. Several formulas for groups and business (class and meal, cocktail dinner with workshops, wine tasting, macaroons, quote within 24 hours). Capacity: 6 to 100 guests. Open year round. Duration: 30 minutes to 2 hours. Rates: €15/€69, according to formula selected. Languages: English and French.

ÉCOLE GOURMANDE DE CANNES 63, rue d’Antibes - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 06 67 62 cannes_boutiques@lenotre.fr > www.lenotre.fr The Lenôtre cookery school offers a wide range of practical workshops, savoury, sweet or complete menus. • Adult classes: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday afternoons or from 3pm to 6pm. Class length: between 2hrs and 4hrs. Possibility of tasting dishes on site. • Children’s classes (7 to 13 years) & juniors (14 to 17 years): Wednesday from 3pm to 5pm. Class length: approximately 2hrs (group of 6 max.). Group culinary evenings from 7pm (private venue hire): “champagne” welcome followed by menu creation (main and dessert), table d’hôtes tasting dinner, accompanied by selected wines. Open all year round; Length: ½ day. Prices: €45 (children & junior lessons), €95 / €145 (adult lessons).

LA COLLE-SUR-LOUP

COOKERY WORKSHOP AT ALAIN LLORCA’S RESTAURANT-HÔTEL ALAIN LLORCA****L 350, route de Saint-Paul 06480 LA COLLE-SUR-LOUP Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 32 82 20- Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 32 02 90 commercial@alainllorca.com > www.alainllorca.com Contact: Sandrine BIGNOZET Café Llorca at the foot of St-Paul de Vence invites you to discover its 300 m2 cookery school.

Rue Jean Honoré Carle - 06210 MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE Tel. 00 33(0)4 93 49 95 52 - Tel. 00 33(0)4 93 49 64 13 contact@oasis-raimbault.com > www.oasis-raimbault.com Contact: Jennifer MARIOTTE Classes by Chef Stéphane Raimbault, winner of 2 Michelin stars, his brother Pastry chef François Raimbault and Head wine waiter Pascal Paulze. • Cookery courses. A range of workshops on offer featuring 4 packages: cookery classes, patisserie classes, cookery demonstration and wine expert presentation. Class reservation recommended. Open all year round. Length: ½ day. Prices not communicated. MENTON

RESTAURANT LE MIRAZUR 30, avenue Aristide Briand - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 41 86 86 info@mirazur.fr > www.maurocolagreco.com Contact: Jérôme DI MARINO The kitchens of the Mirazur in Menton, are now open to the general public for private, privileged lessons with its Chef Mauro Colagreco. Length: 2hrs to 2hrs30 - Dates available on request. Groups: 5 to 10 participants. Open all year round. Price: €150 per person.

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MOUGINS

MERIDIEN BEACH PLAZA HOTEL****

LE MAS CANDILLE HOTEL *****

22, avenue Princesse Grace - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 30 98 80 reservations.montecarlo@lemeridien.com > www.lemeridien.com/montecarlo Cookery classes and wine tastings in a friendly ambiance. • Cookery classes. Venue: L’Imtempo Restaurant. Classes are held every fortnight with Mauricio Bomboni, sous chef at the Imtempo. Groups are treated to a live cooking demonstration, in the restaurant’s central kitchen, ideal fo cookery demonstrations. When they have finished preparing their dishes pupils then taste them in the company of the chef. Wine tasting classes available. Open all year round. Prices: €65 (cookery classes), €48 (wine tasting classes).

Boulevard Clément Rebuffel - 06250 MOUGINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 28 43 43 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 28 43 40 info@lemascandille.com > www.lemascandille.com Contact: Giuseppe COSMAI Lessons dispensed by Chef Serge Gouloumès (gourmet trip). Class content: depart from the hotel to the Fortville Provencal market in Cannes. Visit the market with the chef and buy produce to make your meal. Return to the hotel, demonstration and preparation of a 3-course menu. Lunch: tasting of food prepared with the chef accompanied by the selection of wines available from our head wine waiter. Classes every day except Monday. Minimum group size: 2 pers. Maximum group size: 6 pers. Open all year round. Length: ½ day. Price: €195 per person (including lunch, drinks and coffee).

MONTE-CARLO BAY HOTEL & RESORT **** 40, avenue Princesse Grasse - 98000 MONACO Tel. réservations 00 377 98 06 03 60 reservation-mcbay@montecarlobay.mc > www.montecarlobay.mc Chef Marcel Ravin: “Spice up your talent” • Cookery classes. Venue: Las Brisas restaurant. Inventor of a contemporary style of cuisine with multiple influences, the chef offers courses to devotees with a passion, lessons followed by a tasting session. Training course programme: meet for briefing over a “fine tea” and home made biscuits prior to working session. Package offered: 1-day lesson per person, awelcome cocktail, dinner for 2 people and a surprise goody hamper. Price: €205 per day.

LE MOULIN DE MOUGINS HOTEL****L Avenue Notre Dame de Vie - 06250 MOUGINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 75 78 24 ecoledecuisine@moulindemougins.com > www.moulindemougins.com Cooking classes by Chef Sébastien Chambru, Tuesday to Saturday. Cooking classes, thematic and entirely participative. Participants each have their own cooking area, elaborate sweet or savoury recipes, regional or world cuisine, exceptional products and slimming recipes! At the end of the class, those who like can savour their preparation on the site around the Chef’s piano. Wednesday afternoon classes for young chefs age 7 to 12. Prices: average €80 per person, €25 per child.

FÉLINE CAFÉ-BISTROT griffé Laurent Poulet 31, boulevard Georges Courteline - 06250 MOUGINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 61 89 info@felinecafebistrot.com > www.felinecafebistrot.com Cookery classes taught by Laurent Poulet. “A la carte” cookery classes tailored to the pupil’s level, desires and budget. 4 courses available ranging from 2hrs to a full day. Lessons every Monday. Maximum group size: 6 pers. Prices: €72 / €350 depending on course option.

L’AMANDIER DE MOUGINS 48, avenue Jean-Charles Mallet - 06250 MOUGINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 90 00 91 lamandierdemougins@wanadoo.fr > www.amandier.fr In an old oil mill converted into a restaurant in the heart of the old village of Mougins, classes are held by bilingual Chef Denis Fétisson, with a programme that follows the seasons. Tricks, secrets and tips are explained in the kitchen for group of 6 to 12 participants. Each session (approx. 2½ hours) are structured around a theme and end with tasting. 3 formulas available: • Individual formula - on condition of 6 to 12 people. Welcome, tasting of food prepared with a glass of wine. Wednesday and Sunday: 9:30am-12pm; Saturday: 3:30pm6pm. Price: €80/person; with sommelier: €20 extra. GASTRONOMY & RESTAURANTS 142 143

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• Business formula - 10 to 20 people maximum.

Demonstration and tasting of food prepared. By appointment. Price: €55/person; with sommelier: €20 extra. • Privilège formula. 6 to 12 people. Cooking school is booked for private use for a moment of gastronomy. Personal welcome by Denis Fétisson. Assisted by a waiter, the Chef prepares the meal in front of you, explaining every technical gesture and disclosing some of his secrets. Tasting in all simplicity and conviviality. By appointment only. Price: €250 (drinks extra).

PLAN-DU-VAR

CASSINI RESTAURANT 231, avenue Porte des Alpes - 06670 PLAN-DU-VAR Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 08 91 03 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 08 48 45 restaurantcassini@wanadoo.fr > www.restaurantcassini.com Contact: Murielle MARTIN Cookery courses organised during the week from September 15 to June 15 in the evening (except from December 15 to January 15). Friendly classes followed by a dinner: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evening at 6.30pm. • Cookery classes. Prepare an entrée, main, dessert under the expert eye of a professional, inspired by traditional cuisine with a contemporary twist, that you then taste after awelldeserved aperitif. Frequency of lessons: one a month. Minimum group size: 8 pers. Maximum group size: 10 pers. Minimum age 18 years. Level required: beginner. Price: €65 per person, including the lesson + meal and drinks. SAINT-JEANNET

NICE

CUISINE SUR COURS 75, avenue Borriglione - 06100 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 96 17 29 contact@cuisinesurcours.com > www.cuisinesurcours.com Contact: Aude BERTAUX Cookery workshop in Nice: a cookery shop to rediscover the pleasure of cooking... Cooking classes around products in season with different menus every week. Preparation of a dish, 2 dishes or a menu around a product, theme or menu, you can then taste in a pleasant setting. Several formulas for adults: the Market - Gourmet Dinner Basics - Duo and Mini-Class. For children: Children’s workshop - Teenagers’ class Parents/Children’s class (Wednesday and Saturday afternoon) - Birthday formula. Tailor-made and à la carte formula for groups, businesses and Works councils, classes possible in English. Duration: variable according to the theme. Rates: €20/€80 according to the selected formula (tasting and 1 glass of wine included).

AUBERGE DES BAOUS 35, rue du Saumalier - 06640 SAINT-JEANNET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 58 98 05 - info@thefrogshouse.com > www.aubergedesbaous.com Contacts: Corinne BENOIT & Benoît COUVREUR Enjoy a pleasant time on a French gastronomical theme and unique experience of discovering St-Jeannet wine in this family inn situated in the heart of this small Provencal village. One-day programme: • Visit to a local market, • Stop for lunch at the Auberge, • Cookery lessons in the afternoon to prepare the evening menu including maison “amuse-bouches”, main dish and desert, • Wine tasting at the Hautes Collines de la Côte d’Azur vineyard, • Dinner at the Auberge to savour the efforts of the day. This programme can last a half-day, without the tour of the Market. Open all year round. Length: ½ day, day. Prices: €115 per day per person (from 4 people), €80 per ½ day per person without the trip to the market and including dinner (from 4 people), €90 per ½ day per person including the trip to the market and dinner (from 4 people).

L’UNIVERS RESTAURANT 54, boulevard Jean Jaurès - 06300 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 62 32 22 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 62 55 69 plumailunivers@aol.com > www.christian-plumail.com Cooking classes by Chef Christian Plumail, 1st Saturday of each month. • Cookery courses. Courses last approximately 4 hours (8.45am to 12.30pm), followed by a lunch. Course content: trip to the market, course and lunch with entrée, main and desert. Every first Saturday of the month. Minimum group size: 5 pers. Maximum group size: 15 pers. Open all year round. Length: ½ day. Prices: from €20 to €70.

GRAINE ET FICELLE 670, chemin des Collets - 06640 SAINT-JEANNET Tel. 00 33 (0)6 85 08 15 64 - graine.ficelle@wanadoo.fr > www.graine-ficelle.com Contact: Isabella SALLUSTI “Graine & Ficelle” invites you to sample the delights of the farm. Enjoy the farm’s natural produce, grown in its organic vegetable garden, used in its cookery classes and tables d’hôtes menus. Venue available for private event hire on request. • Cookery classes. Cooking classes on the farm for groups and individuals. Saturday, 10am-2pm: preparation of 3 courses (starter, main course and dessert) followed by tasting. Price: €78/person. "Popotte en Famille" Fomula. Rates: €38 adults, €19 children. Open all year round. Level required: beginner, intermediate, advanced. Length: ½ day. Languages spoken: French, English.

TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP

FLOWER COOKERY WORKSHOP Pont du Loup - 06140 TOURRETTES-SUR-LOUP Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 11 06 94 - contact@la-cuisine-des-fleurs.com > www.la-cuisine-des-fleurs.com Contact: Yves TERRILLON Cookery classes, events and themed meals are organised throughout the year in the company of the chef Yves Terrillon. Introductory or advanced classes on cooking with flowers… you will receive a welcome gift. Different packages available: • Les Accords d’un Plat (Dish combinations): Friday lunchtime and every other Saturday lunchtime, class lasts 1hr 30. • Les Secrets Gourmands (Gourmand secrets): every other Saturday and on Friday evenings, 3 hour lesson. Different theme every month, other packages and prices also available. Minimum group size: 6 pers. Maximum group size: 25 pers. Open all year round. Minimum age 8 years. Length: 1/2 day. Prices: € 50 Les Accords d’un Plat course, € 90 Les Secrets Gourmands course.

MEETING AROUND OLIVE OIL Presses, paddle wheels driven by stream water, all the secrets of making olive oil through the ages. The oil mills are active from November to March with grinding of olives, the best time for tours.

OIL MILLS - TOURS

VENCE

LES BACCHANALES RESTAURANT 247, avenue de Provence - 06140 VENCE Tel. 00 33 (0) 4 93 24 19 19 - lesbacchanales06@orange.fr > www.lesbacchanales.com Contact: Christophe DUFAU Christophe Dufau, Chef at the Bacchanales restaurant in Vence has opened a “Two in one” cookery workshop. • Cookery course. “Deux en un” cookery workshop. The concept: the apprentice chef learns a recipe and devises amenu and invites a person of his or her choice to lunch at his or her table. Classes organised on request all year round for groups of 6 people. The apprentice cook also takes home a recipe book. Reservation obligatory. Open all year round. Length: ½ day. Price 2011: €150 per person (coffee reception, cookery class, tasting lunch for 2,wine and coffee included).

A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO COOKERY GRASSE

KITCHEN OBSERVER LA BASTIDE SAINT-ANTOINE ***** 48, avenue Henri-Dunant - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 70 94 94 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 70 94 95 info@jacques-chibois.com > www.jacques-chibois.com La Bastide Saint-Antoine proposes gastronomy cookery workshop: a unique day in the company of Michelin starred Chef, Jacques Chibois. • Cookery lessons: Kitchen observer. Be part of the brigade and work from one station to another with the larder chef, pastry chef... From observation to practice, the observer will eat his or her meal at the table d’Hôte, following the transformation of products from arrival in the kitchen to the plate. A programme designed for passionate amateur gourmets. Possibility of accompanying Jacques Chibois to his market, (for early birds: depart 5.30am). Only on Wednesdays* and Fridays* (*timetable subject to change). Open all year round. Length: day. Price: €183 per person (maximum 2 people).

GRASSE

LE MOULIN SAINTE ANNE Huilerie Sainte-Anne 138, route de Draguignan - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 70 21 42 contact@huilerie-sainte-anne.com > www.huilerie-sainte-anne.com A unique site, an authentic oil mill that remains active. Free guided tour of the traditional mill Monday to Saturday, 9:30am-12:30pm & 2pm-6pm. Discover the shop’s delectable products and sample all our local specialities. Closed Sunday.

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ROUTE DES OLIVIERS Guided tour for groups of 10 or more participants. Guided tours of different types of oil mills, olive growing, old olive groves... 2 tours available from circuits December to February when the oil mills are active.

OIL MILLS IN THE CANTON OF LEVENS •

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LE MOULIN DU ROSSIGNOL

Moulin Spinelli, Castagniers Roselyne & Jean-Luc Spinelli Tasting room and shop with local products. Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 08 10 75 Olive oil cooperative of Levens – Victor Innocenti Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 91 38 08 Olive oil cooperative of La Roquette-sur-Var Marc Depo - Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 08 44 30 Moulin-Musée de Saint Blaise: 18th-century oil mill, of traditional Genoese type, preserved with its millstones and stone basins, wooden gears, waterwheel with buckets and outdoor decanting tanks. Setting for exhibitions.

For more information: www.cantondelevens.com Contact: contact@cantondelevens.com

41, chemin des paroirs – 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 70 16 74 moulinahuiledurossignol@wanadoo.fr > www.moulin-du-rossignol.com Old traditional mill (dated 1760) and its paddle wheel. Production of olive oil, olive paste and olives in brine. Guided tour of the oil mill, by appointment. Tours for groups, by appointment. Average duration of tour: 90 min. NICE

MOULIN À HUILE ALZIARI 318, boulevard de la Madeleine - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 (33) 04 93 44 45 12 Contact: David PIOT - commercial@alziari.com.fr > www.alziari.fr With its 130-year history, this 19th century oil mill is still active in Nice. Traditional method. The oil mill operates in season from November to March. Open to groups (up to 30 people) year round. Free guided tour for groups - Open to individual visitors. Historic shop of Maison Nicolas Alziari. Tasting of local products (oil, olives, tapenade...). Tasting sessions for groups by appointment (for a fee). OPIO

LE MOULIN D’OPIO (MOULIN DE LA BRAGUE) 2, route de Châteauneuf - 06650 OPIO Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 77 23 03 Contact: accueil@moulinopio.com Contact for visits: Laeticia: visites@moulinopio.com > www.moulin-opio.com The oil mill of Opio is located in the commune of Opio, near Grasse. For 150 years, the successive generations of the Michel family have developed their activity with all the secrets of making the finest olive oil. Guided tours year round for groups of 6 to 50 people maximum. Tours in French, English and Italian. Duration of the tour, approx. 45 min. Groups by appointment. Open year round (except the last two weeks of October), closed Sunday and holidays.

OLIVE OIL TASTING GRASSE

LA BASTIDE SAINT-ANTOINE ***** 48, avenue Henri-Dunant - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 70 94 94 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 70 94 95 Contact: Mehdi REZKI, Director direction@jacques-chibois.com > www.jacqueschibois.com Olive oil tasting sessions designed to introduce people to the area’s different olive oils. A professional will explain the various characteristics of the different olive oils through tasting the oil, olives and tapenade (olive paste). Olive oil tasting features three stages: • Learning about the olives that grow in the Alpes-Maritimes area: harvest & preparation. • Tasting, comparison of the different types of olive oils. • Culinary advice with virtues and benefits of olive oil. Length: approx. 1hr. Price: consult us.

LE DOMAINE DE ROYRIE Oil mill: 88, chemin des Hautes Ribes - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 36 83 71 - Mob. 00 33 (0)6 09 86 63 27 Contacts: Monique & Lionel BRAULT braultmonique@gmail.com > www.oleologie.com All year round Tasting of estate oils, oil sessions and estate tour (Gold Medal for AOP olive oil). For groups or individuals. By appointment only.

DINNER PLUS SHOW ANTIBES

MARINELAND 306 Avenue Mozart - 06600 ANTIBES-JUAN-LES-PINS Tel. 00 33 (0) 892 30 06 06 > www.marineland.fr Contact: Hervé LUX, Sales manager hlux@marineland.fr Dinner–Show at “O’Docks” restaurant including: the Killer Whales night show and dinner with entertainment by the “l'Odyssée" revue. Park entry only for the Dinner – Show. Price for individuals: €79. Seating capacity: min. 100 people, max. 340 people. For scheduled dates, consult www.marineland.fr It is possible to organize dinner–shows on request. MONACO

LE CABARET Casino de Monte-Carlo - Place du Casino - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 98 06 19 61 ticketoffice@sbm.mc > www.montecarloresort.com Discover the art of seduction and sensuality with a dazzling Cabaret show. Scorching secret luxury ambiance. Choice of 2 offers with dinner: • Buddha Bar: Asian fusion cuisine, an amazing blend of Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese influence, • or Le Café de Paris: Brasserie du Casino Café de Paris, chic and stylish, ideal for seafood, popular dishes and traditional fare. Programme: 8pm dinner (menu, drinks included), 10pm Cabaret show with drink. Rates: €130/person at the Buddha Bar - €115/person at Le Café de Paris. NICE

LE CASINO RUHL 1, promenade des Anglais - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0) 4 97 03 12 44 - Fax 00 33 (0) 4 97 03 12 97 > www.lucienbarriere.com Contact: Christellle MAZLOUMIDES, Sales Manager cmazloumides@lucienbarriere.com ‘Séduction’ dinner and cabaret show. Seating capacity: 267 people. Opening times: every Friday and Saturday evening from 7.45pm (excluding July & August). Public individual price: €64. Group rates on request for 10 people minimum. “Champagne & Show”: €24 (1 glass of champagne & show). Possibility of organising dinners & spectacles on request.

SAINT-LAURENT-DU-VAR

RESTAURANT LE BAROQUE 481, avenue Pierre & Marie Curie 06700 SAINT-LAURENT-DU-VAR Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 31 54 97 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 31 00 10 > www.lebaroque.fr Contact: Jean-Pierre SOMAINI - lebaroque@wanadoo.fr Dinner & cabaret. Capacity: 250 covers. Opening times: all year round every Friday and Saturday evening for individuals. Daily for groups. Public individual prices: €58 Fridays, €68 Saturdays. Group prices on request.

RESTAURANTS HOSTING GROUPS The French Riviera cities have many restaurants that welcome groups. Details can be consulted on the website of the individual cities in the department. See Chapter: Tourist Offices.

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Golf Swinging in the Sun ! GOLF COURSES / GOLF PASS / EVENT ORGANISERS

The French Riviera, the ideal destination for all golfers fond of a swing in a stunning Mediterranean setting. 20 golf courses mostly situated within a one hour radius designed by the greatest international architects. Try the 3 golf courses in the haut-pays. From introductory through to international level courses, conditions are ideal to practice your favourite in a splendid setting. Some of the most beautiful French Riviera golf courses have been created and designed by architects with mythical names such as Robert Trent Jones, Don Harradine, Ronald Fream, Bob Van Hagge… even Jack Niklaus, Gary Player.

MONTE-CARLO GOLF CLUB Route du Mont Agel 06320 LA TURBIE Tel.00 33 (0)4 92 41 50 70 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 41 09 55 monte-carlo-golf-club@wanadoo.fr > www.montecarloresort.com/golf-club Contact: Charles HOUTART, Director Length: 5 679 m Par: 71 Men’s & Women’s Handicap: 35 Blue slope: 129 White slope: 129 Red slope: 129 Yellow slope: 129

RIVIERA GOLF DE BARBOSSI

GOLF COURSES 18-HOLE GOLF COURSES BIOT GOLF CLUB La Bastide du Roy 1379, route d’Antibes 06410 BIOT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 65 08 48 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 65 05 63 golf.club.de.biot@wanadoo.fr > www.golfdebiot.com Contact: Gabriel CAMERINI, Director Length: 4 511 m Par: 67 Men’s & Women’s Handicap: 36 Blue slope: 102 White slope: 94 Red slope: 109 Yellow slope: 109

GRANDE BASTIDE GOLF COURSE Chemin des Picholines 06740 CHATEAUNEUF-DE-GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 77 70 08 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 77 72 36 grandebastide@opengolfclub.com > www.opengolfclub.com/grandebastide 24-hour online booking service. Contact: Alexis DAVET, Director adavet@opengolfclub.com Length: 5 929 m Par: 72 Men’s & Women’s Handicap: 35 Blue slope: 126 White slope: 133 Red slope: 121 Yellow slope: 121

GOLF DU CLAUX-AMIC (Reopening in 2013) Lieu-dit Claux Amic - 1, Route des 3 Ponts 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 60 55 44 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 60 55 19 info@claux-amic.com > www.claux-amic.com Contact: Olivier VILLAEYS, Director o.villaeys@taulane-clauxamic.com Length: 5 896 m Par: 72 Men’s & Women’s Handicap: 36 Blue slope: 118 White slope: 133 Red slope: 114 Yellow slope: 126

Avenue des Amazones 06210 MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 97 49 49 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 97 49 42 rivieragolf@ddeb.fr > www.domainedebarbossi.com Length: 5 462 m Par: 71 Men’s & Women’s Handicap: 36 Blue slope: 119 Red slope: 113 Yellow slope: 116

CANNES-MOUGINS GOLF COURSE 175, avenue du Golf 06250 MOUGINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 75 79 13 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 75 27 60 golf-cannes-mougins@wanadoo.fr > www.golf-cannes-mougins.com Contact: Bernard BIARD, Director Length: 6 312 m Par: 72 Men’s & Women’s Handicap: 28 Blue slope: 128 White slope: 138 Red slope: 125 Yellow slope: 133

ROYAL MOUGINS GOLF RESORT & SPA 424, avenue du Roi 06250 MOUGINS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 92 49 79 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 92 49 70 proshop@royalmougins.fr > www.royalmougins.fr Contact: Mikaël BENEAUX, Director mikael@royalmougins.fr Length: 6 004 m Par: 71 Men’s Handicap: 28 / Women’s Handicap: 32 Blue slope: 143 White slope: 146 Red slope: 130 Yellow slope: 143

OPIO-VALBONNE GOLF COURSE Route de Roquefort-les-Pins 06650 OPIO Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 12 00 08 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 12 26 00 opiovalbonne@opengolfclub.com > www.opengolfclub.com/opiovalbonne Contact: Viviane MALGORN, Director Length: 5 785 m Par: 73 Men’s Handicap: 24 / Women’s Handicap: 28 Blue slope: 127 White slope: 136 Red slope: 125 Yellow slope: 129

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GOLF ET COUNTRY CLUB DE VIÉVOLA

Golf

18-HOLE & 9-HOLE GOLF COURSES SAINT-DONAT GOLF COURSE & COUNTRY CLUB 270, route de Cannes - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 09 76 60 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 09 76 63 info@golfsaintdonat.com > www.golfsaintdonat.com Contact: Didier REVILLIOD d.revilliod@golfsaintdonat.com Length: 6 031 m Par: 71 Men’s & Women’s Handicap: 53 Blue slope: 124 White slope: 129 Red slope: 126 Yellow slope: 119

Hameau de Viévola – 06430 TENDE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 04 88 91 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 04 78 86 golfdevievola@wanadoo.fr - contact@golf-vievola.com > www.golf-vievola.com Contact: Hervé ROBIN, Director robinherve@neuf.fr 9-hole Length: 1400 m Par: 30 Restoration of the 18-hole course by 2013. Men’s Handicap: 35 Blue slope: 113 White slope: 113 Red slope: 113 Yellow slope: 113 Hotel Residence with 14 flats (4 to 6 guests each).

GOLF DE VILLENEUVE-LOUBET Route de Grasse – 06270 VILLENEUVE-LOUBET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 22 52 25 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 22 80 99 golfvilleneuve@orange.fr > www.golfdevilleneuveloubet.com Contact: Francis CAMERINI, Director Length: 1 800 m Par: 30 Blue slope: 113 Yellow slope: 113

CANNES-MANDELIEU OLD COURSE GOLF CLUB Route du Golf - 06210 MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 97 32 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 49 92 90 contact@golfoldcourse.com > www.golfoldcourse.com Contact: Jean-Stéphan CAMERINI, Director Length: 5 745 m Par: 71 Men’s & Women’s Handicap: 30 Blue slope: 127 Yellow slope: 119

COMPACT 9-HOLE COURSES NICE GOLF COUNTRY CLUB

9-HOLE COURSES

698, route de Grenoble - 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 29 82 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 29 86 71 golf-country-club-de-nice@wanadoo.fr > www.golf-club-nice.com Contact: Michel SIGAUD, Director Length: 556 m Par : 27

“LE PROVENÇAL” GOLF COURSE

TOUR D’OPIO GOLF COURSE

95, avenue de Roumanille - Accès 17 - 06410 BIOT Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 00 00 57 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 00 00 58 info@provencalgolf.com > www.leprovencalgolf.com Contact: M. SORRELL, Director Length: 2 800 m Par: 34 Blue slope: 115 Yellow slope: 115

Domaine de la Tour - Chemin de Tourreviste 06650 OPIO Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 09 71 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 09 71 70 opiccrec01@clubmed.com > www.clubmed.fr Contact: Vincent DENIS, Director Possibility of 3-day and 5-day lessons for beginners and advanced. Organisation of tournaments (Works councils, associations, golf schools, etc). Philippe DUMONT: 00 33 (0)6 14 78 58 86 Length: 1 380 m Par: 30

VALBERG GOLF CLUB Administrative centre - 06470 VALBERG Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 23 24 25 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 02 52 27 > www.valberggolfclub.com Contact: Virginie MIGNOT, In charge of sports vmignot@valberg.com Length: 2 510 m Par: 34

RUSTIC 9-HOLE COURSES

VICTORIA GOLF CLUB

GOLF RUSTIQUE D’AURON

Domaine du Val Martin - Ch. du Val Martin 06560 VALBONNE SOPHIA-ANTIPOLIS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 12 21 06 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 12 07 41 victoriagolfclub@wanadoo.fr > www.victoria-golf.com Contact: Jacques BENICHOU, Director Length: 2 342 m Par: 34 Men’s & Women’s Handicap: 54 Blue slope: 118 White slope: 124 Red slope: 115 Yellow slope: 122

(Only open in summer) SEM des cimes du Mercantour - Place Centrale 06660 AURON SAINT-ÉTIENNE-DE-TINÉE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 23 00 02 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 23 05 09 contact@auron.com > www.auron.com Contact: Krystel BYRET Length: 1 696 m

TRAINING CENTRES PRACTICE GOLF CENTER - MARINA GOLF CLUB 54, boulevard des Jardiniers - Saint-Isidore – 06200 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 29 83 80 pgc.marinagolf@wanadoo.fr Contact: Guy ROBERT, Director

SOPHIA COUNTRY CLUB 3550, route des Dolines - 06901 SOPHIA-ANTIPOLIS Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 96 68 86 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 96 68 96 sports@sophiacountryclub.com Contact: Frédéric ESCLAPIEZ, Director h1279-gm@accor.com

GOLF PASSES

On sale in Office de Tourisme de Mandelieu-La Napoule tourist offices. Price: €136 (valid until June 2012) TOURIST & CONVENTION OFFICE 806, avenue de Cannes - 06210 MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE Booking office: centraleresa@ot-mandelieu.fr Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 93 64 64 Or Reception: accueil@ot-mandelieu.fr > www.ot-mandelieu.fr OPIO

OPIO GOLF PASS This pass is for 7 green-fees. It grants access to the two 18hole courses in Opio: OpioValbonne and Grande Bastide golf courses. Retail price: €455. On sale in the two golf courses concerned. Sale: opiovalbonne@opengolfclub.com ou > www.opengolfclub.com/grandebastide

GRASSE & GRASSE AREA

GRASSE AREA GOLF PASS The sheer variety of the golf courses in the Grasse area makes it a top destination which has everything you want to enjoy exceptional golfing on the French Riviera. The “Golf Pass Pays de Grasse” grant access to 4 courses: Claux Amic golf course, Saint-Donat golf course, Grande Bastide golf course and Opio-Valbonne golf course, allowing golfing enthusiasts and fans to combine sporting practice and art de vivre with the changing seasons. General public price: €240. Sales point: Grasse Tourist Office, scheme golf courses and hotels (list available on request). Pass validity: 14 days from issue date. Contact: GRASSE TOURIST OFFICE 22, Cours Honoré Cresp - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 36 66 66 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 36 86 36 info@grasse.fr > www.grasse.fr NB: Claux Amic Golf Course closed in 2012 - Scheduled to reopen in 2013. Possibility of playing again in one of the four other golf courses a fifth time or playing at the Taulane Golf Course (+€10).

EVENT ORGANISERS EFRANCEGOLF / GOLFEO

MANDELIEU-LA-NAPOULE

“SEA & MOUNTAIN” GOLF PASS Pass grants access to 5 golf courses ranging from coastal links to the greens of the Grasse hinterland comprising: Old Course at Mandelieu-La Napoule plus Claux Amic golf course, Grande Bastide golf course, Opio-Valbonne golf course, Saint Donat golf course. Price: €320 (valid until June 2012). On sale in Office de Tourisme de Mandelieu-La Napoule agencies. NB: Claux Amic Golf Course closed in 2012 - Scheduled to reopen in 2013. Possibility of playing again in one of the four other golf courses a fifth time or playing at the Taulane Golf Course (+€10).

PASS TRADITION This pass is valid for playing on two 18-hole courses among the oldest on the French Riviera. It comprise two 2 green fees providing access to the “Old Course” of Mandelieu-LaNapoule and the Golf de Biot.

BP 04 - 83350 RAMATUELLE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 94 83 20 10 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 94 55 97 78 Contact: Daniel REMIOT, Director dsc@efrancegolf.com > www.efrancegolf.com

PARCOURS VOYAGES 8, boulevard d’Alsace - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 06 67 15 or 00 33 (0)4 97 06 67 19 Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 99 06 60 Licence N.: LI 006 01 0009 Contact: Pascale DESPIERES pascale-golf@parcours-voyages.com > www.golf-parcours-voyages.com

See Press Kit on “Golf on the French Riviera”

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Well-being

FRENCH RIVIERA SPAS / SEAWATER THERAPY CENTRES / THERMAL SPAS

The French Riviera beneﬁts from an exceptional setting. It has a range of well being centres in the heart of the destination’s most beautiful hotels. The French Riviera oﬀers the ultimate in well-being centres where everything has been designed for balance of body and mind. Professionals are at your disposal to help you relax and recharge your batteries through out the year.

FRENCH RIVIERA SPAS A complete list of hotels with spas can be found on page 46.

SEAWATER THERAPY CENTRES Did you know that the Mediterranean Sea, considered to be the cradle of seawater therapy, is richer inminerals than the ocean? The following leading seawater therapy centres on the French Riviera offer personalised treatment throughout the year. ANTIBES-JUAN-LES-PINS

BAIE DES ANGES THALAZUR 770, chemin des Moyennes Bréguières - 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 91 82 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 65 94 14 > www.thalazur.fr Contacts: Max MAILHO, Site director m.mailho@thalazur.fr Régis CHEZE – rcheze@thalazur.fr

THERMAL SPA

CANNES

BERTHEMONT-LES-BAINS THERMAL SPA

LES THERMES MARINS DE CANNES Radisson Blu 1835 – Hôtel & Thalasso par Rézidor **** 47, rue Georges Clémenceau - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 99 50 10 reservations@lesthermesmarins-cannes.com > www.lesthermesmarins-cannes.com Contact: Jérémy GAUDIN jeremy.gaudin@radissonblu.com MONACO (PRINCIPALITY OF)

LES THERMES MARINS DE MONTE-CARLO 2, avenue de Monte-Carlo - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 98 06 69 00 - Fax 00 377 98 06 26 26 > www.montecarlospa.com Contact: Christine ZOLIEC - thermes@sbm.mc

Route de Berthemont BP32 - 06450 ROQUEBILLIÈRE Tel. 00 33 (0)3 93 03 47 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)3 93 03 47 04 berthemont@valvital.fr > www.valvital.eu Contact: Anouk POINSOT In the Alpes-Maritimes, in the heart of the Vésubie Valley at the gates to the Mercantour National Park, Berthemont is the only thermal spa on the French Riviera. Located at an average altitude of 1000 metres, it benefits from a particularly favourable mountain climate, away from dust and pollen allergies. Far from the summer rat race, Berthemont is a veritable respiratory and rheumatology haven. Its combination of Water and Air provides a sense of wellbeing, allowing visitors to unwind.

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Leisure activities & horseracing THEME PARKS / CASINOS / FRENCH RIVIERA HORSE RACING TRACK

THEME PARKS ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS

MARINELAND - LE PARC DE LA MER 306, avenue Mozart - RN 7 - 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0) 892 30 06 06 > www.marineland.fr Contacts: Hervé LUX, Sales Manager - hlux@marineland.fr Aurélie BOSCHEL, Events - a.boschel@marineland.fr Welcoming over one million visitors every year, Marineland is Europe’s leading sea life park. It showcases all the wonders of the sea with its famous shows and from an environmental, research and breeding perspective. Highlights include the polar bears, great killer whale pool, dolphin and sea lion shows, shark aquarium-tunnel, ray peting pool, jellyfish, tropical aquariums and reefs… Last but not least a space which is a scene from the heart of the Antartica ice cap with its colony of emperor penguins and rockhopper penguins which can be viewed through a large panoramic window. Adult prices: €22 / €30 (group), €38 (individual).

OTHER PARKS ON THE MARINELAND SITE • La Ferme du Far West: farm with farm animals, children’s games, miniature train… • Aquasplash: water park open in summer with giant water slides and swimming pools. • Adventure Golf: 3 miniature golf course in a decor of waterfalls and grottos. The Marineland space offers combined packages for the different parks with free bus parking and restaurant / shop facilities on the various sites. PRINCIPALITY OF MONACO

MUSÉE OCÉANOGRAPHIQUE DE MONACO (OCEANOGRAPHIC MUSEUM) Avenue Saint-Martin - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 93 15 36 00 - Fax 00 377 92 16 77 93 musee@oceano.mc - resa@oceano.mc > www.oceano.mc Museum to the splendour of the oceans and its Founder Prince Albert I, which occupies an exceptional location on Monaco’s Rock with its 85 m south-facing facade with sea view. All sea sciences are displayed through remarkable collections of fauna and flora presented through species in their natural habitat, marine animal specimens in natural or skeleton form. Highlights include the Aquarium which offers a fabulous spectacle of exuberant underwater fauna andflora in the middle of which is the “shark lagoon”, an aquarium on two levels, where visitors can discover, on one side a portion of the barrier reef, on the other, large predator territory. Last but not least be sure to visit “Méditerranée” exhibition showcasing the beauty and fragility of this ecosystem! Adult prices: €10.5 (group) - €14 (individual). SAINT-MARTIN-VÉSUBIE

ALPHA LE PARC DES LOUPS DU MERCANTOUR (ALPHA, WOLF PARK, MERCANTOUR) Le Boréon - 06450 SAINT-MARTIN-VÉSUBIE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 02 33 69 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 02 05 46 contact@alpha-loup.com > www.alpha-loup.com Contact: Sophie POUDOU, In charge of communication In the Mercantour National Park, 21 wolves living in semifreedom in their natural environment can be observed from

hides. Guided by the team of keepers, you can learn all about this legendary animal over the seasons. The “Time of Man” recounts tales of people and wolves, from fear to fascination through three multi-sensory shows. The Alpha Centre explains the mountains and their biodiversity. 3 special treats: • “La Nuit des Loups” (Night of the Wolves): dinner in a hide while waiting for the wolves to howl. Reservation required. 20 people max. Adults: €32; Children: €19. • Keeper for a day: a morning with the Park Manager, a specialist of wolves. Return at approx. 12pm-12:30pm. Reservation required. 5 people max. Adults: €150/person, €120/person for 2 participants, €100/person for over 2 participants. • Auguste and Marie’s Farm in summer: featuring many activity all day long - caring for the animals, outings in sulkies, DIY workshops, etc. Free parking for cars and coaches. THORENC

RÉSERVE BIOLOGIQUE DES MONTS D’AZUR Route des Châteaux - 06750 THORENC Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 60 00 78 - preserve@wanadoo.fr > www.haut-thorenc.com Contacts: Hélène THIEBAUT, Sales Manager helene.thiebaut@haut-thorenc.com Patrice LONGOUR - preserve@wanadoo.fr One thousand years after being hunted to extinction in France, European bison and wild horses run free in a 700 hectare park in a nature reserve situated in the Haut Pays de Grasse. A re-introduction project unique in the world, under veterinary supervision. Walking guided tours (unique in Europe) or in carriage. Accommodation and board on site. • “Plein Air” formula (tour + buffet): €21.50 children; €43.50 adults. • Guided walking Safari: €10 children, €17 adults. • Guided Safari in a horse-drawn carriage: €12.50 children, €21.50 adults. • Nature Stay (accommodation with full board + 2 guided safaris): €62.50 children; €111.50 adults. Open from 1 April to 11 November and 22 December to 2 January. Outside these dates, possibility of opening for groups. Reservation recommended. VILLENEUVE-LOUBET

LABYFOLIES Route de Grasse - 06270 VILLENEUVE-LOUBET Tél./Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 02 06 06 azurlabyrinthe@wanadoo.fr > www.lelabyrinthedelaventure.com Contacts: André ABADA, Alexis CACCIARDI, Jean-Louis GUILLEMAN LabyFolies is a giant maze with entertaining interactive paths for young and old alike and a new theme every year. New: a Crazy Village full of wild activities Open to the public Wednesday afternoon, Saturday, Sunday and every day during school holidays (in the region of Nice), no reservation required. Group bookings only on the following number: Tel. 00 33 (0)6 71 93 23 50. Prices 2011: individuals from 12 years upwards and adults €11.50, children (4-11 years) €9.50. Groups (minimum 20 persons): from 12 years and adults €10.50, children (4-11 years) €8.50. Entrance free for the under 4 years. Open from the beginning of April to mid November. LEISURE ACTIVITIES & HORSERACING 154 155

Leisure activities & horseracing

CASINO BARRIÈRE LES PRINCES C/0 JW Marriott Hôtel Cannes 50, boulevard de la Croisette - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 06 18 50 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 06 18 51 casinolesprince@lucienbarriere.com > www.lucienbarriere.com Contact: Jean-Paul VILLA, Director

PALM BEACH CASINO CANNES CANYON FOREST Parc des Rives du Loup - Route de Grasse 06270 VILLENEUVE-LOUBET Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 02 88 88 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 20 28 10 canyonforest06@gmail.com > www.canyon-forest.com 100% thrills on this adventure course situated on the edge of the Loup. Activities lasting three hours with 4 levels of difficulty and more than 115 challenges (iron way, rope bridge, zip-wires, climbing...). Prices: €25 adults, €21 children (from 8 years old) and groups (5-19 persons), €20 groups (+ 20 persons).

Pointe Croisette - Place Franklin Roosevelt BP 148 - 06400 CANNES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 06 36 90 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 06 36 89 > www.partouche.com Contact: Andrée GAZAGNE, Manager, Sales Department agazagne@g-partouche.fr Palm Beach Casino has an atmosphere worthy of the most beautiful casinos. Congresses, seminars, gala dinners, fashion shows, weddings, slot machines, traditional gaming tables, bar, restaurants. GRASSE

CASINO DE GRASSE

Access conditions: Minimum age 21 years old. Passport obligatory. Approximate entrance fee €12 (free for slot machines). Open all year round.

Boulevard du Jeu de Ballon - 06130 GRASSE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 36 91 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 36 69 30 info@casinodegrasse.com > www.casinodegrasse.com Contact: Alain LE GARS Slot machines, traditional games. Restaurant with à la carte and set menu cuisine from €22, piano bar and musicians on Fridays and Saturdays, entrance free. Private theme evenings available on request (birthdays, marriages, works outings...). Adult entrance fee: €10 (for traditional games).

ANTIBES JUAN-LES-PINS

JUAN-LES-PINS

JOACASINO LA SIESTA

EDEN CASINO

Route du Bord de Mer - 06600 ANTIBES Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 33 31 31 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 95 00 99 casino.lasiesta@joa-casino.com > www.joacasino.fr 175 slot machines, English Roulette, Black Jack, Stud Poker, Texas Hold’em Poker. Restaurant, disco. Gambling room access: entrance free.

13-15, boulevard Edouard Baudoin - BP 59 06161 JUAN-LES-PINS CEDEX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 93 71 71 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 61 67 00 casino-eden@partouche.com > www.casinojuanlespins.com Contact: Nathalie RICCI, Sales Manager commercial-eden@partouche.com Open all year round, 7 days a week, from 10am to 4am. Open to all persons of age, not banned from gambling Mandatory check at the entrance. Languages spoken: English, Italian. Games: English Roulette, Boule, Slot machines, Texas Hold’em Poker. Group welcome for casino lunches or dinners. After tickling your taste buds why not spend a pleasurable time in the establishment with an introduction in table games and/or a bag of chips.

CASINOS

CAGNES-SUR-MER

CASINO TERRAZUR Avenue des Alpes - 421, avenue de la Santoline 06800 CAGNES-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 27 14 40 - Fax 00 33 (0)1 92 27 14 42 infoterrazur@groupetranchant.com > www.casinoterrazur.com CANNES

CASINO BARRIÈRE DE CANNES CROISETTE 1, espace Lucien Barrière - BP 284 - 06403 CANNES CEDEX Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 98 78 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 98 78 85 casinocannes@lucienbarriere.com > www.lucienbarriere.com Contact: Pascal BRUN, Director In the heart of the mythical Palais des Festivals, Casino Barrière de Cannes Croisette oﬀers a host of activities, in a welcoming, lively ambiance: • Slot machines: 290 One-arm bandits and Video Poker. • Traditional Games lounge: French Roulette, English Roulette, Black Jack, Stud Poker. Three bars, a brasserie with slot machines, a gourmet restaurant with a games lounge, “Le Jimmy’z” discotheque also proposed. Adult entrance fee: €12.

MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE

ROYAL CASINO 605, avenue du Général de Gaulle - BP 49 06212 MANDELIEU-LA NAPOULE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 97 70 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 49 51 50 > www.casino-mandelieu.com Contacts : Olivier BADER, Director olivier.bader@accor.com Christine MIRETTI, Marketing Manager h1168-mk@accor.com The Royal Casino is a unique gaming and entertainment venue by the water’s edge: Slot machines and gaming tables, Poker Room and Texas Hold’em Poker tournaments. Dinner dances in the “Purple Lounge” the live music restaurant, rendez-vous tapas & music.

MENTON

CASINO BARRIÈRE DE MENTON 2 bis, avenue Félix Faure - BP 107 - 06503 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 10 16 16 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 10 16 17 casinomenton@lucienbarriere.com > www.lucienbarriere.com Contact: Jean-Luc ZIZZO 150 slot machines from €0.5 to €2. Table games, French Roulette, English Roulette, Stud Poker, Black Jack...

Roulette, Craps and a fleet of 514 slot machines in an interior inspired by the historic Grand Prix.

SUN CASINO

NICE

Fairmont Monte-Carlo 12, avenue des Spélugues – 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 98 06 12 12 Opened in 1975, the Sun Casino is like a beautiful American in Monaco. Its creation immediately seduced the great AngloSaxon gamblers partial to Black Jack, American Roulette and Craps plus a fleet of 294 slot machines.

CASINO RUHL

BAY CASINO

1, Promenade des Anglais - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 97 03 12 52 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 97 03 12 97 > www.casinoruhl.com Contact: Christelle MAZLOUMIDES, Sales manager cmazloumides@lucienbarriere.com Casino Ruhl welcomes you to a world entirely dedicated to excitement and entertainment: 300 slot machines, table games, restaurant, bar, leisure areas for even more thrills. Refined cabaret with the constantly renewed pleasure of a new seductive revue brimming, theme soirées, dinner concerts. Casino Ruhl: a unique venue on the French Riviera to rediscover the party spirit.

Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort 40, avenue Princesse Grace - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 98 06 07 81 In the heart of the Monte Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort, this very contemporary casino features 139 new-generation slot machines without tokens.

FRENCH RIVIERA HORSERACING

CASINO DU PALAIS DE LA MÉDITERRANÉE 15, Promenade des Anglais - 06000 NICE Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 14 68 00 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 92 14 68 14 > www.lepalaisdelamediterranee.com Contact: Sarah BOUKOBZA, in charge of Communication boukobza.sarah@gmail.com PRINCIPALITY OF MONACO Casinos are owned by the Société des Bains de Mer (S.B.M.) > www.casinomontecarlo.com

MONTE-CARLO CASINO Place du Casino - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 98 06 21 75 - Fax 00 377 98 06 22 92 Contacts: d.bascou@sbm.mc - n.wenden@sbm.mc Monte-Carlo Casino offers a wide range of American games (Black-Jack, English Club and English Roulette), European games (30/40, European Roulette, English Roulette, Chemin de Fer, Punto-Banco and Banque on two boards), slot machines (automatic machines, “Colossus” slot machines, private slot machines). Adult entrance fee: €7 (for groups). Adult entrance fee: €10 (for individuals).

HIPPODROME DE LA CÔTE D’AZUR Boulevard Kennedy - 06800 CAGNES-SUR-MER Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 02 44 44 – Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 20 71 28 contact@hippodrome-cotedazur.com > www.hippodrome-cotedazur.com The Riviera horse racing track enjoys a ideal setting on a lush green site with a fairy tale view between Cannes and Monaco. Its accessibility and the diversity of its renovated facilities make it a highlight of the French Riviera. Since its creation the French Riviera horse race track has hosted the three racing disciplines, Fence, Flat and Trotting. Winter meeting from December to March and Summer meetings in July and August. Entrance fee: €4.5 (for adults), €2.25 / €4.5 (for groups). Maximum age for reduction: 16 years old Free for under 16 years old. 1 panoramic restaurant with sea view open all year round; 350 covers. Events organisation, gala dinners, conventions, etc. > www.restaurant-hippodrome-cotedazur.com

CASINO D’ÉTÉ Sporting Monte-Carlo 26, avenue Princesse Grace - 98000 MONACO Tel. 00 377 98 06 72 00 vip@montecarlocasinos.com > www.sportingmontecarlo.com/le-casino-d-ete.html

CASINO CAFÉ DE PARIS Place du Casino - 06500 MONTE-CARLO Tel. 00 377 98 06 77 77 - Fax 00 377 92 16 38 65 Contact: Stéphane BRANCATO, Director s.brancato@sbm.mc Monte-Carlo’s top café, known as the Café Divan, the Café de Paris was the object of successive transformations up until the 1930s which saw the triumph of Art Deco. In 1988, the magnificently renovated Café de Paris, conserving it exterior Belle Epoque style, celebrated its 120th anniversary and the modernity of its gaming rooms covering over 13 000 m2. Out with 60s style bowling, in with Black Jack, American LEISURE ACTIVITIES & HORSERACING 156 157

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The French Riviera is a shopping paradise. Discover its haute-couture, trendy, furniture, interior design and crafts treats. Traditionally, some shops are closed on Sunday and Monday. Opening hours: 10am-12am & 2.30pm-7pm.

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The boutiques and art galleries in the village of Saint-Paul de Vence are open daily, including Sunday. Artisans, artists’ studios, gift and interior design shops, delicatessens and other wine tasting addresses welcome you all year round. www.saint-pauldevence.com, “art” and “shopping” heading. A host of prestigious brands have made their mark on the French Riviera such as the famous shirt brand Façonnable, a Nice company founded in the 50s that can now be found all round the world and Chacok www.chacok.com: whose ﬁrst boutique was born in the south of France in 1971 and in 1973 the designer Arlette Decok set up the head oﬃce in Biot.

SHOPPING Cannes is synonymous with luxury shopping. Discover the famous brands of its “Golden Square”: the Croisette, Rue d’Antibes and the Palais des Festivals and Palm Beach point. Haute couture and prêt à porter by famous designers, jewellery, leather goods, perfumery…Cartier, Rolex, Chopard, Dunhill, Bulgari, Boucheron, Chanel, Dior, Lacroix, Hermès, Vuitton, Escada, Jean-Paul Gauthier... make Cannes an ideal shopping showcase. Cannes hosts the Cannes Shopping Festival from 6 to 9 April 2012: fashion shows and other activities around the world of fashion and its designers. Every summer Juan-les-Pins becomes the ultimate venue for all things trendy on the French Riviera. A host of boutiques open their doors serving up a fashion fest. Outlandish, eccentric are the words of the day in the city of the Jazz Festival. Principality of Monaco, international luxury capital: • The shops in the “Cercle d’Or” (Golden circle) (avenue Monte-Carlo, avenue des Beaux-Arts, Allées Lumières) and the Galerie des Allées Lumières has the greatest luxury names and sells the latest couturier designs (Hermès, Céline, Dior, Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Gucci, Chanel)… La Place du Casino and neighbouring arteries combine to form one immense jewellery shop window featuring Cartier, Chopard, Van Cleef & Arpels… • Boulevard des Moulins, Boulevard d’Italie, avenue Princesse Grace are the show windows of Refinement with the Galerie du Métropole and its 80 boutiques. • L’espace commercial de la Condamine (shopping centre) is the most diverse in the Principality: 200 boutiques in a typical district around the traditional market of port Hercule, rue Grimaldi, la rue Millo and rue Terrazzani. • Monaco-ville, historic district and shopping centre of Fontvieille. Comment: closing days in the Principality are the same as in France except for its Fête Nationale (National Holiday) which is on November 19 instead of July 14. Nice has fifty of the most prestigious names and brands in its city centre. Nice’s golden triangle is the rue Paradis, avenue de Suède and avenue de Verdun. Other prestigious addresses are situated near the rue Alphonse Karr home to top names such as Maje, Sandro, Chacok, and a young new Riviera designer, Anne Turtaut. Nice Etoile shopping centre has over 100 boutiques in the city centre: www.niceetoile.com Old Nice has over 600 traders, artists and craftspeople. It is a veritable open air shopping space with boutiques selling local produce and unusual gifts. A shopping plan for the general public is available from Nice tourist office. SHOPPING 158 159

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TOP BRANDS Top brands such as Galeries Lafayette www.galerieslafayette.com is present in Nice, Cannes, Menton as well as St Laurent du Var in the Cap 3000 shopping centre www.cap3000.com and oﬀers new services.

GALERIES LAFAYETTE IN NICE (Place Masséna) • VIP lounge (prestige reception) is available to top clients who can enjoy a luxury lounge equipped with Wi-Fi, foreign newspapers, fresh drinks. • A Personal Shopper informed in advance of the wishes of VIP clients with offer a selection of several articles to try on before buying. • The Welcome Desk on the ground floor of the store near the escalators is staffed by a multilingual reception hostess providing information to foreign clients and assisting them with duty free paperwork without having to queue. GALERIES LAFAYETTE NICE MASSÉNA 6, avenue Jean Médecin - 06007 NICE Cedex 1 Contact: Emmanuel RICCI, Promotions Manager ericci@galerieslafayette.com Tel. 00 33 (0)4 92 17 36 67 / Port. 00 33 (0)6 11 52 12 07 Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 92 98 88 > www.galerieslafayette.com

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HOME The Riviera’s cities and villages are also home to a wealth of hidden “gems”. Creative people, designers have set up creative studios in some of the least visible parts of the French Riviera. Discover: La Colle-sur-Loup... with Jacqueline MORABITO, furniture, jewellery and object designer set up shop there where she has her show room at 42, rue Yves Klein. Modern forms, authentic materials… > www.jacquelinemorabito.com Take a look at the Nice showroom of the young and talented designer Stéphanie Marin www.smarin.net who every year brings out a family of objects whose elements work independently or as a whole: soft shapes, simple lines, matching and superimposed, including her famous “livingstones” reproducing Nice pebbles! In her Nice workshop craft expertise and creative energy fuse to create high quality production oﬀering added value in the form of innovation and quality. In Grasse the Fragonard Maison boutique www.fragonard.com, is cimply bursting with original interior design and trend ideas: from reproduction antique jewellery to embroidered household linen, from Provencal quilted bedcovers to glassware and basket ware. The Fragonard spirit unites the worlds of perfume and home interiors.

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27, rue de la République - 06500 MENTON Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 35 86 70 - Fax 00 33 (0)4 93 28 99 45 > www.galerielafayette.com

CENTRE COMMERCIAL CAP 3000 06703 SAINT-LAURENT-DU-VAR Tel. 00 33 (0)4 93 31 10 35 - Fax 00 33 0(4) 93 94 37 82 > www.cap3000.com 5 minutes from Nice Côte d’Azur airport and 30 mins from Cannes, the CAP 3000 shopping centre with its 140 boutiques and Galeries Lafayette awaits your visit. Boutiques open from Monday to Saturday from 10am to 9pm. Galeries Lafayette from 10am to 9pm. 3 500 free parking spaces available.

Biot is a village famous for its blown glass. Biot glassworks www.verreriebiot.com exports its famous bubbled glass worldwide. Guyot glassworks www.verrerieguyot.com also makes beautiful one-oﬀ pieces, combining colours with the use of gold and silver leaf. Biot village is simply bursting with crafts people – Master glassmakers – making original and classic creative works, some of which are considered to be works of art. In the 1950s ceramicist Eloi Monod took it over and developed its trademark craft of blown glass incrusted with small bubbles that was to become so distinctive. The best known example is that of the career of Jean-Claude Novarro, talented glassblower from the Biot glassworks who has become one of the most prized glassblowers in the world.

Vallauris & the ceramicists. Jean Marais and Jean Cocteau put Vallauris, a village which already had a host of ceramicists, on the map. A rich crafts culture still thrives there today, the village protects its exceptional heritage. Around every corner you will ﬁnd galleries and spaces dedicated to the ceramic artists who have contributed the reputation of this small Riviera village which exports its wares to international exhibitions, taking the artistic identity of Vallauris with it. > www.vallauris-golfe-juan.com More information see chapter Glass, Ceramics & Pottery, page 118.

PERFUMES If you prefer perfume, have a look around Grasse, world capital of perfumery, at Fragonard (www.fragonard.com), Molinard (www.molinard.com) or Galimard (www.galimard.com).

Naturally an abundance of fruit and vegetable markets await in every city and village throughout the week. More information, see chapter "Visit ideas"- French Riviera Markets, p 131

SHOPPING EVENTS The Riviera hosts a wealth of events all year round. Mark you diary for two special shopping events. 6 - 9 April:

CANNES SHOPPING FESTIVAL The ultimate event for fashion fans. Fashion shows showcasing designers from all over the world, gala dinners, Fashion Awards, consumer trade show, party evenings…. > www.cannesshoppingfestival.com October or November

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FINE FOOD Another great Riviera house if you love sweets: oranges, comfit fruits and crystallised flowers as well as rose, jasmine comfits… await at Florian confectioners www.confiserieflorian.com at the Gorges-du-Loup or du Port de Nice.

On the beautiful Croisette promenade: “Les vendanges de Cannes” grape harvest celebration is an opportunity to combine the pleasures of tasting the best regional wines and discover the latest prêt à porter collections of thirty prestigious CANNES boutiques and brands. > www.cannes-prestige.com

> MORE INFORMATION www.frenchriviera-tourism.com

The Niçois brand Alziari 14, rue Saint-François de Paule (Old Nice) www.alziari.com.fr founded in 1868, this establishment has absolutely no need to prove the quality of its products: oil, olive paste, tapenade, olives… In Cannes come and sample the cheeses of Master Cheese maker Ceneri 22, rue Meynadier and taste the chocolates from Atelier Jean-Luc Pelé www.jeanlucpele.com 36, rue Meynadier. Last but not least, try Fenocchio’s famous ice-creams www.fenocchio.fr the ice-cream maker on Place Rossetti in Nice since 1966 as well as at Gaude, which sells highly original ﬂavours such as basil tomato, or thyme or rosemary. SHOPPING 160 161

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