Baie de Garavan Beach, Menton
Sandy beaches situated to the east of the Port in Menton
Set to the back drop of Menton's colourful and pretty old town, these beaches stretch eastwards from the Port towards the Italian border.
These are no doubt the best beaches in Menton and, of course, this also make them the most crowded in summer.
Lying on Garavan bay, the beach area begins after the Old Port with the public beach, Sablettes, and then turns into a string of private beach-restaurants before the next public beach, Rondelli.
Plage Sablettes: Just east of the port, this beach is calm, sandy and sheltered. Wide and with the shallow waters this is a great area for kids. Plus you will find a trampoline! For grabbing a bite of food, head east where there are snack places on the coastal road as well as beach-restaurants.
Plage Rondelli: This public beach is at the end of a string of private beach restaurants. Wide and sandy, this beach has a volleyball court but can become crowded in summer.
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Directions
Running along the Promenade de la Mer. There is ample paid on-street parking along the beach.
Villas nearby
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Serra Villa, Calvi
Surrounded by cypress and myrrh trees, this typically Mediterranean holiday home, Villa Serra, overlooks the citadel of Calvi in Haute-Corse.ย
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La Vigie Villa
Set on a promontory on the same cape as Monte-Carlo Beach, the Villa has a magnificent panoramic view of the Mediterranean, the Principality of Monaco and Roquebrune-Cap-Martin Bay.
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Le Chateau de la Chevre d'Or Hotel, Eze
Boasting remarkable sea views of St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, this luxurious hotel is listed among the 500 World's Best Hotels.
Price: โฌ10,640
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Metropole Monte-Carlo Hotel
In 2004, the Hรดtel Metropole Monte-Carlo was refurbished to keep it in tune with its time, but has kept all its spiritual qualities to uphold its concept of luxury.
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Cap Estel Hotel, Eze
Situated on its own two-hectare peninsula jutting into the Mediterranean Sea, the hotel has wonderful panoramic views. With only 28 rooms spread over four separate locations, it is a very private and luxurious place to stay.
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Port Palace Hotel
With urban elegance, chic interiors and just steps away from the casino, boutique shopping and the legendary F1 Grand Prix circuit, this hotel is a gem in the heart of Monaco.
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Jerome Boutique Hostellerie Hotel, La Turbie
Former 13th-century Cistercian monastery tastefully renovated offering 5 beautifully decorated en-suite rooms, a Michelin-starred restaurant and a terrace overlooking the Mediterranean.
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Cap-Ferrat Grand Hotel, Cap-Ferrat
Distinguished turn-of-the-century resort hotel with a sophisticated aura, surrounded by a beautifully landscaped 14-acre park.
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Things to do nearby
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Motorbike hire
Based in Menton, motorbike and scooter rental so you can explore the South of France.
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Road bike hire
This company is based in Menton and offers a range of road bikes.
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Koaland, Menton
A fun-packed mini-theme park for children, just a few minutes walk from the beaches at Menton.
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Le Petit Train, Menton
With influences from Italy and neighbouring Monaco, Menton is a wonderfully rich town on the French Riviera. Picture postcard landscapes, historical architecture and stunning backdrop.
Restaurants nearby
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Croc'antine Restaurant, Menton
This restaurant serves soups, salads, wraps, sweet and savoury tarts, desserts and a selection of freshly squeezed juices. A nice place for a relaxed lunch.
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Loving Hut Restaurant, Menton
An eat-in or take-out restaurant serving a wide choice of vegan snacks, meals and desserts.
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Maison Martin & Fils Restaurant, Menton
Located in Menton's old town, right in front of the old market, this restaurant serves classic dishes from the Core d'Azur region, using only fresh seasonal ingredients.
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Port Garavan Restaurant, Menton
Located in front of the Garavan Marina in Menton, one of the largest ports on the French Riviera, this restaurant has wonderful views over the Garavan bay and the yachts.
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A Boire A Manger Restaurant, Menton
This is the restaurant where Menton locals go for lunch. They serve huge platters with meat, fish, cheese, sandwiches... all made with high quality ingredients, and their burgers are famous around town.
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A Braijade Meridiounale Restaurant, Menton
Situated in Menton's old town, near the church of St Michel, this restaurant serves traditional Provenรงal food, classic recipes from the French Riviera with an Italian touch.
Sights nearby
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Saint Michel Basilica, Menton
The first stone of the Saint Michel basilica in Menton was set in 1619, but it was not finished until 1653, and consecrated in 1675. Located in the old town, it boasts a beautiful Baroque style.
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Chapelle des Penitents Blancs, Menton
This chapel belonged to the White Penitents, Catholic laymen living under a common rule. It was built between 1680 and 1687 on land outside the city's walls.
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Bastion Museum, Menton
The bastion was built in the 17th century by Honorรฉ II, Prince of Monaco, as a fort to defend the entrance to Menton. It now exhibits artwork by Jean Cocteau.
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Musee Jean Cocteau, Menton
This gallery is dedicated to the French writer, artist and filmmaker Jean Cocteau but also host a number of exhibitions by various other artists.
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Nouveau Musee National de Monaco
The new national museum of Monaco is housed in two villas, the Villa Sauber and the Villa Paloma. The Villa Sauber is one of the last Belle Epoque villas in Monaco and is dedicated to art and performance. The Villa Paloma was built in the early 20th century and is dedicated to art and territory.
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Jardin Japonais (Japanese Gardens)
Fulfilling Princess Grace of Monaco's desire to have a Japanese garden in Monaco, this spectacular space is enjoyed by thousands of people each year.
Golf-clubs nearby
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Monte-Carlo Golf Course, La Turbie
Situated in the La Turbie area in the heights of Nice the rolling green terrain offers an interesting and challenging round of golf.
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Nice Golf Country Course
Close to the city, this nine hole compact course offers a range of different situations with its relief, bunkers and water hazard. It is aimed at both beginners and low handicaps wishing to improve.
Towns nearby
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Menton
Warm ochre buildings, jumbled terracotta roofs, pink blossom trees and azure blue sea make Menton a picture-perfect town, the last one right before the Italian border.
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Roquebrune Cap Martin
Roquebrune-Cap-Martin lies between Monaco and Menton, and like so many towns on this dizzyingly steep section of the Riviera, has distinct parts - in this case, three.
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Sainte Agnes, Alpes-Maritimes
At 800m above sea level, the utterly beautiful mountain village of Sainte-Agnes is the highest coastal village in Europe. Roosting on the hillside high above Menton by the Italian border, this village offers breathtaking views across the Italian and French Rivieras.
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Gorbio, Alpes-Maritimes
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Monte-Carlo
Monte-Carlo is where the worldโs richest people come to fritter lavish amounts of money - just look at the cars parked in Place du Casino to get an idea of the clientele.
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La Condamine
La Condamine lies to the south-west of the principality covering the area of Port Hercule that is filled with luxury yachts, and is also the home of Monaco's business district.