France

The French Riviera is an exceptional tourist destination with a number of exciting attractions. Explore the richness and diversity of the world-known fashionable resorts with magnificent views of the sea, dynamic ports, beautiful beaches and small fishing villages.

Enjoy the remarkable sites and splendid beaches while cruising aboard a yacht; from the glamorous port of Monaco and exceptional settings of Nice, through historic town of Antibes and international tourist mecca of Saint Tropez and Cannes, to the smallest picturesque villages along the coastline of Corsica.
Yachting facilities are provided throughout the Riviera. The best way to enjoy its beauty and attractions is from aboard a yacht.

Discover the most beautiful bays, long beaches, safe anchorages, modern marinas and diving sites, all complemented with mild sunny climate, bright atmosphere and great hospitality. The French Riviera is a symbol of style and elegance, and it is surely one of the most appealing cruising grounds in the world. Experience the joys of sailing through the clear blue waters of the French Mediterranean.

France attracts visitors with its beauty, charm, history, fantastic food and fashionable resorts. Choose among numerous coastal resorts to be your starting base and set sail along the coast to experience the beauty of France. All towns are unique in character, but share a gentle charm and glamour.

• Menton is a quiet, charming town close to the Italian border. The nearby picturesque and high coastal villages provide magnificent views of the sea and the beautiful surroundings. Tropical gardens, squares, fountains and narrow streets are the highlights of this wonderful area.
• Monaco boasts prestigious hotels, restaurants, shops, modern facilities. It’s a true paradise for jetsetters, a glamorous resort. Nice and its picturesque old centre, lively streets, hotels and beautiful beach that stretches out for almost 8 km, have always attracted tourists with numerous wonders.
• Antibes boasts beautiful port which provides shelter for the world’s most luxurious yachts. Sandy beaches, deluxe hotels, narrow streets and many interesting sites make it an inviting trendy resort.
• Cannes, a charming town with great splendor, then Saint Tropez, a chic international resort, Villefranche, Mandelieu and many other splendid resorts all along the coast offer the exciting vacations in style. Tourists can enjoy various settings and facilities with a variety of watersport activities.

The Riviera benefits from the Mediterranean climate, plenty of sunshine and mild temperatures for most of the year. The high season runs from April to October, like in the rest of the Mediterranean. July and August are quite crowded, but tourists can enjoy nice weather and pleasant temperatures also in May and June, or in September and October, convenient for those who want to escape the crowd.