Water Sports in Villefranche

 

Riviera Gliss

Port de Plaisance de Beaulieu 06310 Beaulieu-sur-Mer

Popular watersports centre run by the enthusiastic and dedicated Pascal Cecot. Exceptional choice of activities, such as parasailing, waterskiing and wake boarding. School for kids and adults of all ages and levels. Wide range of water toys rental. Also sale and repair of  jet skis (See ‘Jetskis’ in the directory). Located within the marina.

Tel: +33(0)4 93 80 82 59

Cell: +33(0)6 80 86 26 46

[email protected]

www.rivieragliss.com

Swimming/Beaches around Villefranche

 

The Rade de Villefranche is very sheltered and calm, with crystal clear water, making it the perfect spot to swim, snorkel or Kayak.

There is a small beach just after the Port de la Darse, called Plage de la Darse.

 

The main beach is after the old town, towards St Jean Cap Ferrat. A few cafes can be found along this pretty sandy beach.

Beaulieu is also a great place to swim or to dive.

 

Walking/Hiking around Villefranche

 

Villefranche old town is made for wandering, with steeply stepped streets leading into alleys and passageways arching over the cobbles.

 

The Saint Jean-Cap-Ferrat hike is a 12km circular coastal walk around the Cap Ferrat peninsula, just to the east of Villefranche-sur-Mer. It offers  fantastic vistas and a glimpse of  spectacular villas from the pedestrian coastline path. Stop at Bar du Port in the pretty St Jean Cap Ferrat harbour for a drink or a nice lunch.

 

Casino de Beaulieu

The Casino de Beaulieu, Av Fernand-Dunan,   built in 1903, is a vivid reminder of the past grandeur of Belle Epoque, with spectacular decor and old fashioned ambience. Traditional games, slot machines, restaurants, meeting and reception rooms for seminars and special events.

Tel: +33(0)4 93 76 48 00 

Museum and Cultural Attractions

 

La Citadelleis a registered historical monument dating from 1554. Today it is home of 4 small museums including the Musée Volti and a contemporary art museum. It is surrounded by beautiful gardens. The Citadelle also hosts musical nights and the open air cinema (see below).

 

Dating from the 14th century, Chapelle St Pierre was decorated in the 50’s with frescoes from French artist Cocteau.  

 

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