Crédits : Lina Tchalabi. Translation: Jill Harry. Pictures: Morgane Le Breton - Unsplash, Radu Bercan, Ville de Menton, DR
Discovery
From January to March, nature proposes a spectacular flowering period in an area stretching over 130 kilometres, from Bormes-les-Mimosas to Grasse. Hillsides are covered by a multitude of yellow bouquets casting a glow on forests, hills and paths. Each winter, thousands of hikers take the Route du Mimosa to inhale these wafting fragrances. On an 8-stage itinerary, picturesque villages host renowned perfumeries, guardians of age-old expertise. An olfactory excursion in gilded scenery beneath blue skies, marked by encounters with dedicated craftsmen.
When sparkling summertime makes way for the calm of winter, Cannes is seen differently. With its mild climate, it is appreciated in leisurely walks along the Croisette. Abandoned by crowds, the beaches become havens of tranquillity in which to benefit from iodized air and panoramic views of the bay. This is also the perfect season for rediscovering the charm of the Old Town of Le Suquet, strolling through the Forville market, tasting local specialities, discovering the Lérins Islands, or visiting the new contemporary art center La Malmaison. With its bountiful light, even in winter, Cannes invites you to slow the pace and savour the Mediterranean way of life.
A major event in winter, Nice’s Carnival sets the town alive over two weeks, welcoming vast crowds who come to admire its grandiose processions. Created in 1873, it is the biggest carnival in France and one of the most famous worldwide. On a new theme each year, the decorated floats and battles of flowers transform the famous Promenade des Anglais into a festive theatre. Pairing ancestral traditions with an up-to-date atmosphere, this iconic event celebrates the joy of living and regional customs with unlimited inventiveness.
In February, Menton pays tribute to the lemon with a very colourful festival. Entirely decorated with citrus fruit, the floats parade through the streets, delighting young and old alike. At nightfall, “corsos” light up the town to the sound of fanfares. For 15 days, exhibitions on special themes, craft markets and shows with music fill the agenda. Each year since 1934, the Lemon Festival has drawn thousands of spectators from around the world. A living stage in which golden fruit and entrancing fragrances combine to create a very festive atmosphere in the gentle climate of the Côte d’Azur.
Perched in the midst of the National Mercantour Park, two hours' drive from Cannes, Isola 2000 is a ski resort extending over 120 kilometres. Its high altitude, exceptional snow coverage and breathtaking panoramic views make it one of the region’s most highly-prized resorts. Fans of skiing enjoy it to their hearts’ content on 45 slopes while the more contemplative appreciate snowshoe excursions and moments of cocooning in one of the many chalets. An invitation to winter sports and chilling out with family or friends, against a backcloth of awesome beauty.
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