All Saints' Day vacations: our program for your Côte d'Azur getaway

The school year has only just begun, and already the All Saints’ vacation is just around the corner! What if you took advantage of this to go on holiday to the Côte d’Azur? This splendid region offers a sunny setting in which to enjoy the Indian summer. Sandy beaches, aquatic activities, picturesque villages: the treasures of the Côte d’Azur are best discovered in autumn. Discover our ideas for enjoying your All Saints’ Day vacation on the Côte d’Azur.

On the agenda:

Visit the most beautiful spots in autumn colors
Organize a shopping session in the towns
Try out new activities
Take part in major events
Treat the kids
Taste local seasonal cuisine

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Visit the most beautiful autumn landscapes

The orange color of the sun’s rays mingles with that of the landscape: there’s no doubt about it, it’s autumn! The Côte d’Azur is one of France’s most beautiful regions, thanks to its privileged location between the sea and the mountains.

Your first spot? One of the Côte d’Azur’s hilltop villages! In the Côte d’Azur hinterland, Peillon, Eze and Tourrettes-sur-Loup offer breathtaking views of the mountains and coastline. In the heart of the rock, their medieval architecture takes us back in time…
Meet the locals in the steep streets, learn the region’s know-how from the craftsmen… One thing’s for sure: there’ll be plenty to discover during your All Saints’ Day vacation on the Côte d’Azur.

Add a little fine sand to your All Saints’ vacation!
A vacation on the Côte d’Azur inevitably means a trip to one of its unique, postcard-perfect islands. Between the beach and the turquoise waters, the islands of the Côte d’Azur offer a serene setting where the summer atmosphere continues during the All Saints’ vacation.
Here’s our selection of the prettiest islands to visit during the All Saints’ Day vacations, whether for a day’s hike or a boat cruise:

● Île d’Or
● Île Sainte-Marguerite
● Île Saint-Honorat
● Port Cros Island
● Île de Porquerolles
● Île du Levant

Organize a shopping session in Côte d’Azur cities

The All Saints’ vacation is the perfect time to start your Christmas shopping. Just the thing, in the towns of the Côte d’Azur, the narrow streets lined with small shops and craftsmen offer you the most beautiful of shopping sessions.

In Nice’s old town, numerous restaurants and bars invite you to take a refreshing break during your stroll. Nice is magnificent at All Saints’ Day: the colors of its alleyways mingle with the orange hues of the season. But it’s not the only city on the Côte d’Azur to enjoy the colors of autumn! Our selection of cities to organize a shopping session:

Nice: Looking for a handcrafted souvenir gift? Go shopping in the narrow streets of Vieux-Nice and meet the local artisans. If you’re looking for unique pieces of clothing, this is the place to be!
Grasse: Would you like to take advantage of 40% off in your favorite boutiques? The town of Grasse has set up a shopping card in partnership with the town’s merchants!
Cannes: Cannes is the ideal destination for luxury shopping! Here, you won’t find just one or two designer houses, but many more. Cannes has the highest number of luxury boutiques per m2.
Saint-Tropez: Looking for your next summer sandal? Saint-Tropez’s artisans will create a made-to-measure pair for you during your shopping session! Visit Rondini or K. Jacques. The latter has been producing the famous tropeziennes since 1933! The town also organizes an annual ” braderie” for bargains!

You’ll also find a number of shopping malls, including the Cap 3000 center in Saint-Laurent-du-Var and the open-air Polygone Riviera center in Cagnes-sur-Mer. Take advantage of these lifestyle malls for an exceptional shopping experience.

Activities to try and enjoy autumn on the Côte d’Azur

While the capricious autumn weather is gradually settling in across France, the Côte d’Azur is still enjoying the sunshine!

This mild weather offers ideal conditions for enjoying outdoor activities, even in autumn. And the least we can say is that the Côte d’Azur is a real playground for sports enthusiasts! Whether you’re into hiking, biking, mountain biking or climbing, the mountains offer a wealth of experiences to be enjoyed on the Côte d’Azur’s many circuits and trails.

Looking for a wellness break? Yoga can be practised at any time during your All Saints’ Day vacation: on the beach at sunset or on the hotel terrace overlooking the sea… Breathe, this moment is yours.

And for an unforgettable olfactory visit, head to Grasse, the perfume capital, to create your own personalized fragrance during a creative workshop. A great gift idea for Christmas, don’t you think?

Participate in major events during All Saints’ Day on the Côte d’Azur

The All Saints’ vacation is also an opportunity to meet new people in the towns and villages of the Côte d’Azur.

Numerous events are organized every autumn on the Côte d’Azur. Here are just a few of the events not to be missed on the Côte d’Azur during the All Saints’ vacation:

● The Fréjus Kite Festival

● The Alpes-Maritimes chestnut festival

● The Alpes Maritimes Marathon between Nice and Cannes

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Celebrate Halloween on the Côte d’Azur during the All Saints’ vacation!

On the Côte d’Azur, there’s the beach and the pool, but that’s not all! Swap your bathing suit for a dose of imagination: it’s time to turn pretty pumpkins into lanterns.

But not just any pumpkins! Here, it’s the butternut squash of Provence that takes pride of place, for a Made in Provence lantern, please!

For special Halloween entertainment on the Côte d’Azur, head for the clubs in the towns and villages!

On the program: lantern parade, trick or treat… A great recipe for a successful All Saints’ Day vacation!

Find your cosy nest among the region’s finest accommodations

For a good night’s sleep during your All Saints’ Day vacation, the Côte d’Azur is full of great places to stay:

– Campsites guarantee a convivial vacation.

– Vacation residences welcome you to incredible structures

– Gîtes and guest houses promise a stay just like home.

Hotel-restaurants and Michelin-starred hotels offer absolute comfort.

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Autumnal gastronomy

The Côte d’Azur awakens your taste buds to prepare for the great meals of winter!

A taste of autumn: chestnuts! Also known as chestnuts, this fruit is celebrated in many villages on the Côte d’Azur. Collobrières, Valdeblore, Saint-Paul-de-Vence… but also in Côte d’Azur towns such as the historic center of Antibes or Nice.

On the Côte d’Azur, squash is the star of autumn dishes. Whether it’s beer made with squash, squash gnocchi, squash pie, roasted scallops with squash, or chocolate squash, squash is a real treat for the stomach and the eyes with its orange color.

Autumn whets the appetite and calls for family-style dishes that fill the house with the scent of winter mantles covering the evergreens. If you’re more of a gourmet cook, awaken your taste buds by sampling the specialties of Nice in the Côte d’Azur’s many Michelin-starred restaurants.

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my pet with me on a holiday on the Côte d'Azur during the All Saints' Day vacations?
The Côte d’Azur is an ideal destination for bringing your pet. In autumn, you can take your pet to the beach or for a hike. It’s the perfect season to take your furball on vacation.
What are the dates for this year's All Saints' Day school vacations?
The school calendar changes every year. The dates of the All Saints’ vacation are the same for all vacation zones: Zone A, Zone B, Zone C. In general, the All Saints’ vacation begins one week before All Saints’ Day (November 1) and ends on the following Monday.
You can consult the dates of school vacations, the school calendar and your zone on the French government website.
Where to sleep on the Côte d'Azur during the All Saints' Day vacations?
The Côte d’Azur offers a wide range of accommodation: hotels, youth hostels, vacation homes, apartments, camping sites, guesthouses…