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At the beach; Near water
The mimosa capital makes an ideal starting point for exploring the Cote d’Azur. There are some unmissable stop offs just 30 minutes to an hour’s drive away, from Saint Tropez to Monaco - passing through Antibes.
Talking about the famous peninsula, a surprisingly untouched landscape allows you to stretch your legs. Perfect after lounging besides the pool at your Mandelieu-La Napoule accommodation all day!
Just as untouched, the Lerins islands are located right opposite Mandelieu. From Port La Napoule, you can visit Sainte Marguerite Island. You’ll be spoilt for choice between swimming and walks, with around 20km of trails on offer. Then, take a trip round the Fort Royal Museum of the Sea, where you’ll go down to some gloomy dungeons.
Mandelieu-La Napoule owes its reputation in part to its natural surroundings. Located right beside the sea, but also at the foot of the Esterel Massif, a huge collection of peaks, coves, gorges and ravines, all in shades of red. Believers in the law of least effort can follow the sublime Corniche d’Or, a 30km road of beautiful scenery.
Take a tip from the old sea dogs and discover the Cote d’Azur’s best kept secret.
You can visit Monaco without getting stuck in the horrendous traffic jams on route. Travel by boat, straight from the La Napoule port! The stop off at the prestigious rock lasts 5 hours, long enough to take in one of the most luxurious ports in the world, the Prince’s palace or the excellent Oceanographic Museum.
