La Croix des Gardes

  • Viewpoint
  • Forest
Avenue de la Croix des Gardes, 06400 Cannes
The Croix des Gardes, the ‘green lung’ of Cannes, offers a 360° panoramic view, with numerous footpaths and a fitness trail.
This forest (80 hectares), largely owned by the Conservatoire du Littoral, is managed by the town of Cannes' Service des Espaces Verts.
Botanical features:
Mainly made up of Parasol Pine, Arbutus, Mimosa, Holm Oak and plants typical of the Mediterranean scrubland.
The mimosa (flowers from January to March) is one of the site's most emblematic species.

Don't miss The Guards' Cross and the Liberator stele.

History: According to legend, in 1525, King François I installed a garrison of...

Openings

Openings

All year 2025 - Open everyday

Location

Location

La Croix des Gardes
Avenue de la Croix des Gardes, 06400 Cannes

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French
Updated on 14 May 2025 at 12:58
by SEMEC - Office de Tourisme de Cannes
(Offer identifier : 5985824)
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