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The seaside resort of Menton FrancePlaces to visit in MentonMenton is in the Côte d'Azur region of France a mile from the Italian border. On the Mediterranean coast with the Ligurian Alps at the back of the town. It gives the town a warm climate most of the year and shelters it form the cold Mistral winds you get on this coast. The area used to earn most of its income from the lemon, tangerine and orange groves. Now most of its income is from tourist.
Menton harbour with the old town and the Alps in the background ![]() lemon festival
Every year in February the "Lemon Festival" is held in the town. They build statues covered with lemons and oranges some are driven round the street on trucks. The Casino Gardens are also used for the displays as you can see in the photo.
Map of the area around Menton
Menton rooftops
![]() The old town has the usual shops and cafes and a local daily food market. Visit the Place Saint Michel and see the mosaic cobblestones. With the two churches and the old houses. The town has a good selection of Hotels some like the Hotel Napoleon are right on the sea front Hotels in MentonYou can Hotel NapoleonThe hotel is located on the seafront in Menton, with lovely views over the sea and the old town. 1 mile from the Italian border and 30 mins from Nice airport. The Hotel has comfortable rooms, and is a 10 mins walk to the old town Menton harbour ![]() Places to visit Nice is about 12 miles away Monaco about 5 miles. A trip over the border to Italy a couple of miles. If you are flying to France find the best deals on Flights Try a camping holiday in France there are campsites all over France.
You can stay in a tent or a caravan
Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel Paris
Recently renovated, the Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel is situated in Paris? theater district. A number of department stores as well as galleries and attractions are just steps from this beautiful hotel in Paris. From Charles de Gaulle airport, it takes about 30 minutes by car to reach the hotel.
Cancale at Village Cancalais, Brittany
Each cottage has small outdoor terrace and well equipped kitchens each with microwave oven, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. One bedroom cottage with small outdoor terrace. Ground floor with open-plan kitchen/dining and living area, microwave oven, fridge/freezer
Check out the deals at Disneyland Paris tickets and HotelsA gite for rent in Brissac-Quincé, nr. Angers
This superb detached cottage, overlooking vineyards has an excellent interior decor and an enclosed private garden. Situated in the beautiful Loire with superb views the property is in a fantastic area with châteaux, wine tasting and museums and the culture city Angers 7.5 miles (12km) away. Relax in this tranquil setting or stroll around the château in Brissac, with its own weekly market. Golf and fishing available as well as walking, cycling and horse riding, and many other activities. Shops 1.25 miles (2km), café/bar and restaurant 0.75 miles.
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Cottage to rent Columbiers-du-Plessis, in the Loire Valley
The farmhouse and cottages of La Returais are part of what used to be a working hamlet in the 16-1700?s. This beautifully restored farm hamlet retains plenty of the original rustic charm with its old oak beams and huge stone fireplaces.
Book this cottage here Hotel De La Vallee Dinard
In the heart of the charming seaside resort of Dinard, the Hotel De La Vallee is a cosy seafront hotel offering comfortable accommodation and a unique view of the Channel. Guest rooms are equipped with en suite facilities and present cosy and elegant spaces. Some have a balcony and others offer an unrestricted view of the sea.
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Grand Hôtel des AmbassadeursMenton This 19th-century hotel is surrounded by palms and magnolias and furnished in belle-époque style with a pink façade, 200 metres from the sea, shops and casino and 10 kilometres from Monaco. Guests can dine in the stylish restaurant, relax in the spa sauna, and sunbathe on the private sandy beach.
Visit our new page on the Paris antique markets Apartment Carcassonne
Delightful village location Beautifully furnished, quality property Lovely garden area Changeover Day: Saturday Car Essential A unique opportunity to stay within the city walls of the medieval city of Carcassonne. This old medieval city is a UNESCO world heritage site and is a maze of old streets, restaurants and shops all within walking distance of the apartment. The city is one of the only fully fortified medieval cities left in Europe and receives millions of visitors every year and has been used as a location in many films worldwide
The Lavender fields of FranceMontesquieu, Hérault villa rental
Beautiful private gardens Magnificent views Well-equipped, quality property Changeover Day: VariableCar Essential Baker''s van visits village 3 times a week, boulangerie in Gabian 7 km, more shops in Roujan 10 min drive, whilst the lovely market town of Pézenas 20 min drive has many restaurants and cafés, supermarkets and colourful Saturday market. Excellent swimming lake and walking at Vailhan 15 min, or Lac du Salagou with watersports 40 min drive. Lovely sandy beaches and windsurfing at Vias
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Cottage to rent
It is located in a pleasant peaceful location yet is not far away from Calais. The coast is only 3.1 miles (5km) with nice beaches and high cliffs like Wissant between Cap Blanc-Nez and Cap Gris-Nez
For rent near to St Tropez
Le Clos Bonaventure benefits from a peaceful setting in Gassin, a small commune of the glamourous and glitzy resort of St Tropez (8 kms south) and is just 500m from the famous Bouillabaisse beach and 700m from the port of St Tropez. A leisurely stroll to the port takes you to the quayside with impressive yachts and seafood restaurants. Although the residence is peacefully located, the lively bars and nightclubs on St Tropez will ensure great evening entertainment.
Hotel Palais De La Mediterranee In the seaside resort town of Nice France
Opened in 2004 the hotel is on the promenade. IT offers high-tech amenities behind a 1929 marble façade. The 188 guestrooms feature bold colors, sleek furnishings, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and high-speed Internet access. Guests can relax by the solarium pool and try their luck at the slots and gaming tables in the hotel?s casino. |
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