Prepare your spring holiday at

Menton, Riviera & Merveilles

nature, culture and dolce vita, a jewel case for escape!

More the epicurean, contemplative or adventurous type? There’s something for everyone! Whether you’re an art and history buff, a sports enthusiast or a family member, you’ll be seduced by the dolce vita that reigns here. Take a break in Menton’s remarkable gardens. Discover the hilltop villages and their craftsmen. Go on an adventure in this outdoor destination, from the coast to the Vallée des Merveilles and the Mercantour Park. Less than 1 hour from Nice, between Monaco and Italy, you’ll arrive in an unspoilt setting. A 4-season destination, between sea and mountains, Menton, Riviera & Merveilles is a haven of authenticity with sublime panoramas.

Why choose Menton, Riviera & Merveilles?

FOR A SPRING BREAK?

The call of Wonderland.

In fine weather, Menton, Riviera & Merveilles reveals itself in all its splendour. The town’s emblematic gardens blossom, nature reclaims its rights and you can move freely between the sea and the mountains.

In Menton, the most Italian of French towns, the art of living is expressed in the colourful alleyways, graphic facades and gentle terraces bathed in light. Not far away, the architectural beauties and coastline of Roquebrune offer a space for contemplation. The hilltop villages invite you to take a stroll and meet the craftsmen, while the lush green valleys offer a peaceful place to explore. The Train des Merveilles becomes an experience in its own right, linking the coast to the villages and valleys, for a different kind of journey, in tune with the landscape and history. Fresh air, breathtaking panoramas and the luxury of slowed-down time make up a vibrant springtime, ideal for recharging your batteries and discovering an authentic, diverse and vibrant region.

Compose your stay,

as the mood takes you

From a short getaway to an extended immersion, experience the region at your own pace.

Depending on the time you have available, your stay will take shape naturally.

1. At the weekend, the essentials are just a stone’s throw away: gentle urban life, coastal walks, gardens, artistic and architectural heritage and gourmet breaks.
2. In 3 days, the experience expands: you can link coastline and hilltop villages, and alternate cultural discoveries, panoramic views and moments of contemplation in dolce vita mode.
3. For a longer stay, the region can be experienced in its entirety: gentle itineraries, stops in the valleys, local encounters, time to explore in complete freedom and to gain height. The Train des Merveilles then becomes a common thread, inviting you to travel in a different way, letting the landscapes punctuate the experience.

Here, each holiday is adapted to your wishes, with no fixed programme, for a free, sensitive and deeply human discovery.

Compose your stay

5 FAVOURITE ACTIVITIES

WHAT TO DO IN SPRING IN MENTON, RIVIERA & MERVEILLES

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Get a dose of beauty: between museums, Belle Époque architecture, acidic facades, modern architecture and gardens facing the sea. Inspiration guaranteed!
Vibrate and fill up on vitality: between paragliding, canyoning; accrobranches and paddle, coast and valleys offer a playground to fill up on vitality.
Visit a citrus gro ve: discover the sun-drenched orchards and the secrets behind the production of the famous local citrus fruits.
Discover the trails: from the coast to the peaks of the Mercantour. With a view of the sea most of the time, there are plenty of walks and hikes in the area. Not forgetting the famous Vallée des Merveilles and its rock carvings!
Explore by bike: mountain biking, cycling, VAE or gravel? A paradise for cyclists, Menton, Riviera & Merveilles is an exceptional playground. Whether you’re looking for a sporty or contemplative way to explore the area, cycling is an activity that can be enjoyed at any time of year!

WHAT CAN YOU DO IN MENTON, RIVIERA & MERVEILLES?

Plan your spring holidays in Menton, Riviera & Merveilles

MENTON, THE MOST ITALIAN OF FRENCH TOWNS

Pastel facades, Belle Époque palaces, baroque alleyways, exceptional gardens and museums: Menton reveals a living heritage between the Mediterranean and the Alps. A seaside town where art meets history, bathed in light and Riviera elegance.

3 DAYS IN THE MOST BEAUTIFUL GARDENS

Who says that only the ends of the earth are synonymous with a change of scenery? In Menton, Riviera & Merveilles, take part in a truly exotic journey by visiting our gardens! Remarkable or exceptional, we love taking the time to stroll through them.

©Paragliding@roquebruneparapente|Roquebrune Cap Martin Parapente

OUR WONDERFUL ADVENTURES

12 adventures to enjoy in our region: hiking, cycling, Slow Life, outdoor activities and heritage… another way to discover the Real Wonderland.

©Flavors of Italy Menton @pango Visual|PangoVisual

CULINARY DISCOVERY OF THE REAL WONDERLAND

For a sun-drenched culinary adventure, head for Menton, Riviera & Merveilles! Our destination has a way of enchanting your taste buds (and pupils!) with delicious culinary specialities. The iodised flavours of the Mediterranean, or the tang of our juicy local citrus fruits, blend perfectly with Italian influences…

THE 10 MUST-SEES IN MENTON, RIVIERA & MERVEILLES

There’s no shortage of nuggets in our region: the Basilica, the gardens, the Unesco-listed treasure trove of modern architecture, the military fort that bears witness to the Second World War, the Valley of Wonders and its rock engravings…

Vue Saorge Isabelle Fabre Crt Cote Dazur France — ©Isabelle Fabre / Cote d'Azur France

THE MONASTERY OF SAORGE

Listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, Saorge resembles a Tibetan village clinging to the mountain. Its monastery is open to visitors and offers a splendid view over the valley.

©La Turbie Panoramic View Trophee Dauguste Vincent Jacques Drone De Regard|Vincent Jacques

THE AUGUST TROPHEE

Erected in 6 BC in honour of the emperor Augustus, the Trophée is a vestige of antiquity. Climb to the top and you’ll find an extraordinary panorama.

THE WONDER TRAIN

From Nice to Tende, this spectacular rail journey takes in viaducts, hilltop villages and breathtaking gorges. A unique itinerary between the Mediterranean and the Alps to discover the Roya Valley in a different way, to the rhythm of the landscape.

WITH THE FAMILY

There’s plenty to do here with the whole family! You can choose between an exploration game, a visit to the Museum of Wonders, kayaking…

GET YOUR TRAINERS ON!

WALKS IN A REAL WONDERLAND

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Stroll through the highest village on Europe's coast at the medieval garden of Sainte-Agnès

Ancient plants, breathtaking views over the Mediterranean. A jewel box perched between history and panorama.

DISCOVER THE ITINERARY

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Le Corbusier trail in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin

2 km between sea and sky, wild coves and iconic villas. A confidential Riviera facing Monaco.

DISCOVER THE ITINERARY

Breathe, walk, contemplate

A hiking paradise, Menton, Riviera & Merveilles is an exceptional playground. Whether you’re looking for sporty or contemplative pursuits, walks and hikes can be enjoyed at any time of year! On foot, on horseback, with a donkey and/or by bike, come and breathe the air of the sea spray and the valleys!