Markus Grasser

Highly recommended and experienced Chinese Traditional Medicine and Shiatsu licensed practitioner. Shiatsu massages specialist. Also a Tai-Chi/Qi-Gong instructor. Will come on board or in villas anywhere on the French Riviera. Born in Austria, trained in the UK. Very friendly and knowledgeable.
Cell: +33(0)6 02 32 42 09
www.mtc-shiatsu.com

Canyoning in Nice/Antibes Regions

The splendid Gorges du Loup, cutting from the Pre-Alps to the sea, offer many canyoning and hiking opportunities. Funtrip is a very well reviewed adventure centre, based in Tourettes-sur-Loup. A team of English speaking certified instructors offer a whole range of activities around the river such as canyoning, hiking tours, caving or rock climbing. Contact Yannick.

Tel:+33(0)6 19 66 03 65.
www.funtrip.fr

Ascendance

Paragliding school operating from Gourdon, a gorgeous hill top village located a few km inland from Antibes. Certified English speaking instructors. Very popular among the yachting community. Contact Eric.
Cell: +33(0)6 61 42 08 64
www.ascendance06.com

Swimming/Beaches around Antibes

 

La Gravette is the beach adjacent to the IYCA marina, under the old town’s ramparts.

 

Also within walking distance from Port Vauban, towards Cap d’Antibes is La Salis beach, with a watersport centre.

 

Further in Cap d’Antibes is Plage de la Garoupe, with crystal clear water.

 

There is also a nice several km long sandy beach stretch between Juan-les-Pins and Golfe Juan port Camille Rayon.

Walking/Hiking in Antibes

 

There are many great walking and hiking options around Antibes. Take the time to explore the lovely old town, and don’t miss the Château Grimaldi, the church of Immaculée Conception or the Commune Libre du Safranier with its flowery narrow streets.

 

Cap d’Antibes

 

Coastal path of Tirepoil: Gorgeous 2km hike around Cap d’Antibes peninsula, starting at Plage La Garoupe. Come back through the street of Cap d’Antibes and its luxurious mansions.

 

Musée Picasso

A museum housed in the magnificent medieval Château Grimaldi, in Old Antibes, where Picasso used to have his studio. Showcases painting, sculptures and drawings of contemporary style artists, including many from Picasso. Closed on Mon.
Tel: +33(0)492 905 420
www.musee-picasso.fr

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