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ContentsEditorial ............................................3

The history of Cannes ......................4

The Cannes Film Festival ................6

Discover ............................................8

Lérins Islands................................12

Museums ......................................14

Murals ..........................................16

Monuments ..................................14

Guided tours ....................................18

Walks and hikes................................20

Gastronomy ....................................22

Private beaches & their restaurants ........23

Shopping ........................................24

Well-being ......................................26

Sports..............................................27

Leisure activies ..............................33

Coastal map....................................34

Excursions in the area....................36

Cannes for children ........................40

City lights ........................................42

Cannes events ................................43

Practical information, getting here, parking, useful contacts ..46

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Cover photo: Éric Dervaux - Photos intérieur: Hervé Fabre, Jérôme Kélagopian, Cathy Berg, Michel Perreard, Photo Traverso, Ajuria, Cyril De Platter, Alain Solari, Eric Dervaux.

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Welcome to Cannes!Whether or not you’re already fan of Cannes, we’ve the bestwelcome in store for you, giving you the keys to the city.

You’ll experience the art of living in all its forms.

More than anything else, Cannes is a place of goldensands, a perfect bay lined with islands, the ideal locationwhether you’re here for business or pleasure.

This guide will help you discover the many faces of thisexceptional “global village”. The sections we have puttogether will help you embrace the whole city and makeyour stay a special one.

Must-visit locations, the history of the city and its filmfestival, new attractions, shopping venues, guided tours,cultural heritage…, it’s all here, not forgetting excursionswhich take you to the hilltop villages in the Canneshinterland and show you breathtaking panoramas.

We are intent on giving you a step-by-step guide and theteam at the Tourist Information Office is at your service forthe entire summer, the whole year, ready to help everyone.

Become the guest stars in an exceptional location.

Welcome to Cannes, the city is yours.

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THE HISTORYat the foot of a hill that servedas a lookout over the Seignioryof Rodoard, Cannes started out

as a small fishing harbour overrun withreeds. It was called "Portu Canuae" andfaced the Lérins Islands, known sinceAntiquity under the names of Léro andLérina. In 999, one year before the awful YearOne Thousand, the "Castrum Marcellus",fort was built on the hill of the Suquet."PortuCanuae" had its "khan", its "high point" in

Celto-Ligurian terminology, hence the nameCannes!

Having experienced Spanish and Saraceninvasions, the "royal" incarceration of theenigmatic Man in the Iron Mask, thespectacular breakout of Marshal Bazaine, thearmies of Charles Quint warring against thoseof François I, not to mention the landing ofNapoleon Bonaparte, Cannes was alreadyprepared for its cosmopolitan destiny…

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Pantiero et Casino municipal

Abbaye de Lérins, Saint-Honorat island

Le SuquetVilla Marie-Thérèse


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From 1834, Cannes became one of THEplaces to be! Across the Channel, the city ofCannes had acquired a great reputation for itsclimate after a former Royal Chancellor, LordHenry Brougham and Vaux, decided to spendthe winter here... and ended up staying thirty-four years! A talented ambassador for Cannes, invitinghis friends and relations to the city, LordBrougham opened the doors to the city to hispeers and kings, queens, princesses, dukesas well as great writers and up and comingartists like Prosper Mérimée, Guy de Mau-passant, Domergue, Chateaubriand, VictorHugo, Stendhal, Picabia, Renoir and Picasso.And so the first tourist season was born, fromautumn to winter. With the advent of paidleave, the season switched to spring andsummer. In the days when the first trainsbrought Queen Victoria of England, TsarinaMaria Alexandrovna of Russia, and the kingsand queens of Sweden, Denmark, Belgiumand Spain, Cannes was enriched by sump-tuous palaces, mansions, big luxury hotelsand venues for festivities.

The Croisette, then called Boulevard de l’Impé-ratrice, became a social focal point edging abeautiful bay. Several gaming establishmentsadded an international flavour that appealed toan Oriental clientele of Maharajahs, Sultans andEmirs as well as Western high society. France’sfirst clay tennis court was built in Cannes by SirThomas Woolfield, nicknamed the “Marquis ofCarabas”.

CANNES, CAPITAL OF SOPHISTICATED SPORTS

Golf became popular from as early as 1890,spurred on by Grand Duke Michael of Russia,who founded the Cannes Golf Club in Cannes-Mandelieu... Sailing, introduced a few yearsearlier under the aegis of the Duke of Vallom-brosa, definitely established its pedigree inCannes thanks to the Prince of Wales, the fu-ture Edward VII, through the prestigious RoyalRegattas in the Bay of Cannes. Participants in-cluded the crowned heads of England, Russia,Denmark and Sweden. The 20th century trans-formed the City of Princes into a leading tou-rism destination on the French Riviera.

Azure, silver and gold, Cannes’s coat of arms reflects the city’s sky, light andsunshine. Around the year 1000, the Abbey of Lérins added two letters: C for“Canna” (Cannes) on the upper left of the shield and A for “Abbatia” (Abbey) on the lower right.

This coat of arms remained unchanged until 1633, when the consuls of Cannes decided, without anyauthorisation, to replace the two letters (C and A) with two fleur-de-lis, a tribute to the Marquis deSaint Chamond, representing the Governor of Provence.

The silver palm on a field of blue was the Abbey’s emblem. Still present on the coat of arms today,it makes reference to the palm tree on which Saint Honoratus climbed for the sea to clean his islandof the snakes infesting it.

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THE CANNESthe Americans and theBritish were shocked byinterference from fascist

governments in the selection of films for theVenice Film Festival, the Mostra di Venezia.They therefore encouraged the idea of aninternational film festival in France. Possiblehost towns included Vichy, Biarritz andAlgiers, but Cannes won the vote because of“its sunshine and delightful setting” as well

as its suitable infrastructure. Presided overby Louis Lumière, the inventor of movingpictures, the 1st International Film Festivalin Cannes was to take place from 1st to 20thSeptember 1939. Its aim was “to encourage the developmentof the cinematographic art in all its formsand to foster a spirit of collaboration betweencountries that produce films”.

At the end ofthe 1930s

Film Festival from 1939 to today


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But it was not until 20th September 1946, inCannes’ former Casino, that the InternationalFilm Festival opened - the first major inter-national cultural event after the war. Thefirst French convention centre was built in1947 to host this prestigious event.The first Festivals exuded the air of a society,tourism or film event rather than a filmcompetition. The Cannes Film Festivalquickly became the quintessential event forfilm professionals, as well as the annualevent with the greatest media coverage.Today, almost 4,000 journalists attend theFestival.

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The hill of the "Suquet" is where Cannes began.We suggest you start your tour of Cannes with theold town. You can reach it from various angles,taking steeply sloping narrow streets, crisscrossedwith picturesque flights of winding steps where thepedestrian is king.Visit the ramparts, the Musée de la Castre, thesquare tower and the church. Admire the view overthe city, the port, the Croisette, the Iles de Lérinsand a substantial portion of the Bay of Cannes,Forville market with its rows of food shops(butchers, charcutiers, fishmongers, bakers, winemerchants, etc).

The old port unfurls below the Suquet. The oldestsection, "Quai St Pierre", dates from 1838 andaccommodates old sailing ships as well asspeedboats. In September, sailboats set out fromthe harbour for the Royal Regattas.

Rue MeynadierRue Meynadier is a pedestrian street leadingout of the old town of the Suquet. It is full ofwonderful food shops like the famous cheeseshop Cénéri, the delicatessen Ernest, thedel ights of Jean luc Pélé , Provencalspecialities - and a host of colourful boutiques.

For guided tours of Le Suquet, see "Le Suquet" in the GUIDED TOURS,WALKS AND HIKES section.

The Suquet & the Old Port

Suquet, Old Port

Suquet Church

Paved alley

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Star-studded pavementFilm directors, actors and other internationalcelebrities from the 7th Art now leave a print oftheir hands and their signature on the Allée desÉtoiles du Cinéma, for posterity, like in Los An-geles at the Chinese Theatre on Hollywood Bou-levard. Over 300 hand prints have been made sofar, to the delight of movie fans and visitors. Ad-mire them in front of Palais des Festivals on Es-planade Pompidou and in the parks.

La CroisetteIn 1850, the Croisette was nothing more than apath running parallel to the sea across sanddunes. The Croisette is now an avenue renownedfor its prestigious shops and the luxury hotelsthat have established Cannes' history, includingthe Carlton, the Martinez, and the Majestic.See the section on SHOPPING.

The history of the "Palais des Festivals et desCongrès de Cannes" is closely linked to thatof the Cannes Film Festival. An initialbuilding was constructed on the Croisette tohost this leading event in 1947, where JWMarriott currently stands. In light of the increasing success of the FilmFestival, and the emergence of businesstourism - notably with the first MIPTVconference back in 1965 – the city of Cannesdecided to construct a new Conference Centrein 1979, on the site of the Municipal Casino. In total, the Palais des Festivals now has44,000m² of exhibition space and 15auditoriums. Each year, it hosts over 50international trade events and 300,000delegates, making Cannes the second mostpopular business tourism destination inFrance.

The Cannes Palais des Festivals et des Congrèsis the first European Centre to be triplecertified: Quality, Health-Safety, Environment.

The Tourist Information Office organises guided tours of the Palais desFestivals. See "Palais des Festivals" in the GUIDED TOURS, WALKS ANDHIKES section.

Le Palais des Festivals et des Congrés

Palais des Festivals et des Congrès

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PROVENÇAL MARKETSEvery day from 7am to 1pm (except Monday).

FORVILLE MARKETMarket gardeners and fishermen sell their produce…Place du Marché Forville, Cannes

GAMBETTA MARKET(also on Monday in summer) - Place Gambetta, Cannes

LA BOCCA MARKETPlace du Marché Paul Roubaud, Cannes La Bocca

ANTIQUES

FORVILLE MARKETEvery Monday, 8am to 6pm - Place du Marché Forville, Cannes

LA BOCCA MARKETEvery Thursday, 8am to 12:30pmPlace du Marché Paul Roubaud, Cannes La Bocca

LES ALLÉES DE LA LIBERTÉEvery Saturday & the 1st Sunday of each month, 8am to 6pm

ARTS & CRAFTSAllées de la Liberté - Saturday & Sunday, 8am to 1pm

MARKETS OF YESTERYEARPlace Saint Jin-Jin, Cannes - Tuesdays & Friday, 8am to 1pm

FLOWERSAllées de la LibertéEvery day except Monday, 8am to 1pm, & Saturday, 6:30am to 7pm

Marché Forville Every day except Monday, 7am to 1pm

CLOTHING

GAMBETTA MARKETDaily from 7am to 1pm except Mondays in winter.

LA BOCCA MARKETSaturday, 7am to 12:30pm

The cool of early morning is the perfect time totake a look around Forville market. The fragranceof thyme, verbena and basil fills the air. The mar-ket sellers sing out the virtues of local producein their lilting accent: tomatoes, olive oil, freshly-caught fish, tasty aniseed biscuits...A stroll around Forville market is like exploringthe whole of Provence, taking a delicious journeysteeped in the atmosphere of the South.

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Port Canto was the first private marina in Franceand remains one of the leading marinas in Europe.It is home to some very fine boats.Palm Beach was built on the ruins of Fort de laCroix in 1929. It hosted grand society events withfamous guests such as King Alfonso XIII of Spain,the Aga Khan, Winston Churchill… The film“Melodie en sous sol” (The Big Snatch) by HenriVerneuil (released in 1963) was filmed around theswimming pool. Opposite the Harbourmaster, the“Le Baoli” restaurant, the quintessential locationfor a Cannes night, is a journey of a thousandflavours. At this marina, you can hire of all typesof boats with or without a permit.Not far away, you will discover the splendid RoseGardens with areas for children.From the Palm Beach car park, you can use therecently installed viewpoint indicator to admire aunique view over the Ile Ste Marguerite and theBay of Cannes. A cross indicates the place wherethe first pilgrims took the boat to visit Ile StHonorat. When it is windy, this is the off-seasonplayground for water sports enthusiasts,particularly kite surfers.See the Cannes for Children section

Le Port Canto, le Palm Beach, la pointe Croisette

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An unusual walk for exploring the architecturalwealth of a seaside resort in the Edwardian eraand the Roaring Twenties. A row of neoclassical, art nouveau, art deco andeclectic blocks of flats, villas and public buildingsline a Haussmann-style thoroughfare, 2,600 metreslong and 25 metres wide built by a subsidiary ofCrédit Lyonnais and inaugurated in 1883.

Le Palm Beach

La Roseraie

L’île Sainte Marguerite

45 Boulevard Carnot

Le Cavendish

Rue d’Antibes, the former imperial royal road linkingToulon to Antibes, is the ultimate shopping street! Toattract the 19th century English colonists, manyshops, such as chemists, greengrocers and tailorsadopted a Franco-English style. Today, all the majorinternational High Street names are to be found onRue d'Antibes.

You can also admire its architectural environment,with buildings from the 19th century, beautiful doorsbearing the initials of their first owners, ironwork, andsculptures by Pellegrini dating from 1883 at no. 101as well as the former Cannes theatre with its facadesdecorated with masks (at no. 104). See the section on SHOPPING.

Rue d’Antibes

Carnot district

Le Baoli

Pointe Palm Beach

La Rue d’Antibes

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From Cannes, boats for the islands set off from Quai Laubeufin the Old Port. There are several boat companies:to Sainte-Marguerite islandTrans Côte d’Azur+33 (0)4 92987130 - www.trans-cote-azur.comRiviera Lines+33 (0)4 92987131 - www.riviera-lines.comHorizon IV & Caribe+33 (0)4 92987136 - www.cannes-horizon.com

to Saint-Honorat islandPlanaria+33 (0)4 92987138 - www.cannes-ilesdelerins.com

BOAT COMPANIES

SAINT MARGUERITE ISLANDThe island nearest to the mainland, ‘Sainte Margue-rite’, is famous for the legend of the Man in the IronMask and Celto-Ligurian, Roman and mediaevalremains. After a short boat trip from Cannes, youdisembark at an outstanding site where nature,culture and relaxation blend harmoniously. Thescent of pines and eucalyptus will strike you at onceas well as the remarkable variety of activities onthe island: a visit to Fort Royal, where the Man inthe Iron Mask was imprisoned, and the ‘Musée dela Mer’ in the fort, which explains the island’s maritimehistory and underwater flora and fauna. To see: Château Fort, the ‘Musée de la Mer’, the cell of the Man in the IronMask and the archaeological digs (see information P12 and P13 ‘Musée de la Mer’)

The ‘Méditerranoscope’exhibition area: The aquariums in Fort Royal enablevisitors to explore the world of the Mediterranean Sea.

Open from the Easter holidays to AllSaints’ Day (at the beginning of November) 10.30 am to 4.30 pm or byarrangement for groups. Tel: 04 93 3926 80 / 06 77 88 76 58

Other activities: go for a walk on thefootpaths, follow the botanical trail orvisit the ‘Etang du Batéguier’ (a naturalreserve).

A short boat ride from the Croisette, oppositeCannes Bay, the Lérins Islands are a welcomingsight. Enjoying an unspoilt natural setting, thesebeauty spots in the Mediterranean offer visitors aunique combination of flora and fauna as well asan unusual history that includes the mysteries ofthe Man in the Iron Mask and the calm of Cistercianmonks. There is a lot to explore and the boat iswaiting: come on board!

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Abbaye de Lérins, île Saint Honorat


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On Sainte-Marguerite island

L’Escale(Open all year. In winter, fast food and snacks) +33 (0) 4 93 43 49 25

La Guérite(Open from mid-April to the end of September)+ 33 (0) 4 93 43 49 30 / + 33 (0) 6 17 74 54 01www.laguerite.fr

On Saint-Honorat island

La TonnelleAnnual closure from mid-November to mid-December.+33 (0) 4 92 99 54 08www.tonnelle-abbayedelerins.com

Restaurants on the islands

ISLANDSSAINT-HONORAT ISLANDThe other island, Saint-Honorat, is home to theAbbaye de Lérins, and was founded in the 5th Cen-tury by Saint-Honorat. Steeped in spirituality andhistory (monastery, fortifications and chapels),the island is owned by a community of Cistercianmonks who cultivate vines and produce a wine ofrenown. The abbey also runs guided tours on va-rious themes. The restaurant, La Tonelle, servesmeals in a natural setting and is open most of theyear (closed from mid-November to mid-December).www.abbayedelerins.comInfo Abbaye: +33 (0) 4 92 99 54 24.

See GUIDED TOURS, OUTINGS AND WALKS

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LE MUSÉE DE LA MERThe Maritime Museum is located in the oldestpart of the Fort Royal on Sainte Marguerite, alisted historic monument, overlooking the seaand surrounded by pine and eucalyptus forests.You can explore the State prison and the cellof the Man in the Iron Mask where the mysteriousprisoner was imprisoned for eleven years, themurals by Jean Le Gac as well as underwaterand terrestrial archaeological finds.

ESPACE MIRAMAREspace Miramar, situated on the ground floorof the former ‘Palais Miramar’ hotel, at thecorner of La Croisette and Rue Pasteur, is acultural centre that houses a cinema, largehall and a fine 96m²-exhibition room. The pre-dominant theme is the ‘picture’ expressedthrough a large number of film screenings anda programme of temporary exhibitions throu-ghout the year. Espace Miramar has a strongidentity: photography and, more widely, the vi-sual arts are, in general, the subjects of theexhibitions. Close to the art of the cinema, andso particularly important in Cannes, photogra-phy is becoming more and more popular. En-thusiasts will be thrilled to find that the artisticevents organized by Espace Miramar and thepolicy of the museums in the town make up acoherent whole and provide positive guidelinesfor art in Cannes today.

Full brochure on request

MUSÉE DE LA CASTRE Located in the hills of Old Cannes, in the ruinsof the medieval château of the Lérins monks,and where the Tour Carrée (the castle keep) andChapelle Sainte-Anne are classified as historicalmonuments, the Musée de la Castre overlooksthe Croisette, the bay and the Lérins Islands. Aseries of small rooms surrounded by gardensdisplay collections of 19th Century landscapepaintings and items from Oceania, the Americasand the Himalayas, plus a wealth of Mediterraneanantiquities and pre-Colombian ceramics.

Musée de la Mer

Musée de la Castre

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LA MALMAISON ARTS CENTRESituated on La Croisette, La Malmaison nowhosts four major exhibitions a year. It regularlypays tribute to renowned painters such as Matisse,Ozenfant and Picasso, for whom the French Rivierawas an infinite source of inspiration, and inter-nationally renowned 20th- and 21st-century artistssuch as Miró and César. The intimate settingand the charming proportions of the rooms inthe house ensure that these prestigiouscontemporary collections are displayed to theirbest advantage and the attention paid to thedesign of each presentation.

ESPACE CALMETTE ARCHIvESThis annexe, housing Cannes archives, runsworkshops for children, classes and students allyear, as well as guided tours, exhibitions andcultural events linked to the history of Cannes.

La Malmaison

MURALSDiscover a veritable open-air museum as youstroll along an avenue, street or across asquare. Inspired by the 7th Art and the veryessence of the Cannes Film Festival, thesepainted walls portray major movie stars andscenes. Revel in the surprise of coming face to facewith Buster Keaton, Marilyn Monroe or AlainDelon. A different way of exploring Cannes'architectural heritage.

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BELLINI CHAPEL AND PARC FIORENTINA This chapel is part of the estate of VillaFiorentina, a famous Italian-style villa datingfrom the end of the 19th century and one of theresidences that "made Cannes' reputation".The baroque chapel was built at the request ofCount Vitali, whose coat of arms adorns onewall. Since 1953, the chapel has been used toexhibit the works of a very well-known painterand architect from Cannes, Emmanuel Bellini. 67 bis, avenue de Vallauris - Open afternoons from 2pm to 5pm, or byappointment (except Saturdays and Sundays)Open on Heritage Day. Free admission. +33 (0)4 93386180.

LE MOULIN DE FORvILLECome and visit Forville Mill, an old buildingcontaining beautiful Provençal furniture,ornaments and costumes. It used to belong toVictor Tuby, a defender of the Provençallanguage and great admirer of Frédéric Mistral. Open on the 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm to 6pm, or byappointment for groups - +33 (0)6 63140168

traditional provencal dress

Bellini Chapel

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ST GEORGE'S CHURCHA beautiful 19th-century building, erected inmemory of the Duke of Albany, son of QueenVictoria, who died in Cannes. It belongs to theRoyal Family of England. You can admire a re-cumbent statue of the duke in marble, andbeautiful stained glass windows.29, avenue du Roi Albert - Times for Mass at St George’s Church Every Saturday at5.30 pm.. Open by appointment: Mrs Briand + 33 (0)4 93 43 76 49 and on Heritage Day.

RUSSIAN CHURCHThe Church of Saint Michael the Archangelwas erected in 1894 on land donated by Mr andMrs Tripet-Skrypitzine, wealthy land-ownerswho founded the neighbourhood. It was openedby Grand Duke Michael, a relation of TsarAlexander III. It is decorated with pretty icons,gifts from former Russian noblemen whospent the winter in Cannes. Visits can be ar-ranged on Saturdays at 6 pm.Boulevard Alexandre III - Religious service: Saturdays at 6pm (vigils sung inSlavic) and Sundays at 10am (Divine Eurcharist in Slavic, sometimes in French).+ 33 (0)9 51 44 45 45


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Lord Brougham

GRAND JAS CEMETERY Grand Jas Cemetery covers nine hectares andis unanimously considered to be one of themost remarkable cemeteries in France, afterPère Lachaise in Paris. It opened in 1866, when the cemeteries in LeSuquet and Le Caroubier could no longer copewith demographic expansion and the increasingarrival of newcomers from the colonies andabroad. Hence the creation of the "Carré Anglais",an area reserved largely for the English aristocracy.

Thanks to its outstanding geographical loca-tion, its landscaped architecture, age-old treesand abundant floral decoration, the cemeteryremains a favourite spot for strolling and me-ditation. Just yield to its majesty and serenity...Famous graves include: Lord BROUGHAM,Chancellor of England , Martine CAROL, ac-tress , Georges GUETARY, light opera singer ,Lily Pons, Jean Mineur, Karl Fabergé andProsper MERIMÉE, writer.Information: +33 (0)4 97064152.

Saint Georges Church

Russian Church

Picturesque, fun and full of surprises...The team at the Tourist Information Office in-vites you to discover the treasures one of theworld's most photographed destinations!Enjoy close-ups of Cannes' wealth of culture,events and architecture as you explore thetown on foot, along a new walking path.

Price: €8 per person (buy 3 tickets, get 1 free) - Duration: approxi-mately 2 hrs - Dates and reservations: +33 (0)4 92 99 84 22

Suquet Tour featuring MuseumsFrom June to September, every Thursday & Sunday at10:30am. Price: €6.30 - From October to June, tours forgroups only, by appointment - Info. + 33 (0)4 93 38 55 26

GUIDEDCannes, 2000 years of history

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FORT ROYAL TOUR, SAINTE-MARGUERITE ISLANDDuring the tour, you will discover the RoyalFort which was used as a prison from the17th century. You can then visit the MaritimeMuseum, which occupies the fort’s main buil-ding. This is home to Roman water tanks, thecell of the Man in the Iron mask, the Huguenotmemorial, and collections of terrestrial andunderwater archaeology (Roman and Saracenwrecks). It also hosts temporary exhibitions.The museum around the ramparts guided tours from Juneto September (several tours per day). The tour is free uponpayment of the admission charge to the Royal Fort (€3.40).+33 (0)4 93 38 55 26

THE BOTANY TRAIL ON STE MARGUERITE ISLAND The national forestry commission (the ONF)organises guided tours throughout the year forgroups, by appointment only. INFOS : +33 (0) 4 93434924

LÉRINS ABBEY ON ST HONORAT ISLAND During the tour you will discover a spiritualplace founded in the 5th century. LérinsAbbey with its seven chapels and ruins fromthe past. Lérins Abbey runs guided tours andwine and liqueur tastings (for groups only). INFOS : +33 (0) 4 92995424www.abbayedelerins.comwww.abbayedelerins.com


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The Palais des Festivals opens its doors justfor you: discover the legendary Théâtre LouisLumière which hosts the Cannes FilmFestival, the auditoriums and gala hall withits panoramic terrace. Tours of the Palais desFestivals are organised three times a monthon average.Price: €3 per person - Duration: 1hr30 - 25 people max. There are a lot of steps - Information +33 (0)4 92 99 84 22Reservations strongly recommended except July and August

TOURSPalais des Festivalset des Congrès

Lérins Islands


WA L K SThe Movie Train will take you on a guided tourof the two faces of Cannes.From the legendary ‘Palais des Festivals’ tothe Forville Provencal market, through themediaeval Le Suquet district with its panora-mic view of the whole town and the port, theMovie Train takes you on a journey throughtime and places steeped in history. Set off onthe trail of the greatest international moviestars and discover prestigious hotels andluxury boutiques on La Croisette, beautifulbeaches in the bay, the Palm Beach, casinosand the all-important Rue d’Antibes.

Times: 9am to 11pm (summer) 10am to 5pm (winter) Boarding point: Palais des Festivals, beach side Information: +33 (0)4 93 38 39 18 / +33 (0)6 22 61 25 76www.cannes-petit-train.com

Cannes Cinéma Tour


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Walk up Avenue Jean de Noailles and you willarrive at the Croix des Gardes Nature Park andForest, a recognised Sensitive Natural Site. LaCroix des Gardes is right in the centre of the townof Cannes, less than 1km as the crow flies fromthe iconic Croisette. The 80 hectares of forest arenow, for the most part, owned by the CoastalConservatory, and managed by the Town ofCannes. La Croix des Gardes is the town's lungs,offering walkers a 360° view of Cannes.

As you stroll through the forest, you will comeacross the path of the 5 belvederes (Maquis,Roquebillière, La Croix, Cèdre and Brougham),arranged to offer you different views over the Bayof Cannes, its islands, the Estérel Massif and thefoothills of the Alpes d'Azur. You can also follow botanical trails through anarboretum featuring over 40 types of mimosa.Sporty visitors will enjoy the outdoor keep-fit trail.The 1.2-km circuit is dotted with exercise equipment. Basic rules: Do not smoke, do not pick the flowers.

Traditionally, La Croix des Gardes is also the neighbourhoodfavoured by the British community. It contains someprestigious residences: Villa Eléonore (Lord Brougham), VillaVictoria (Sir Thomas Robinson Woolfield), Beausite, VillaRothschild and Parc Vallombrosa.

Where to park: Liberator car park (landmark: an aircraftengine). De la Croix car park. Reservoir car parkFree guided tours (minimum 8 people) Tel: 06 15 51 28 27

The Siagne Canal was constructed in 1868 tosupply the town of Cannes with water. Fromits source at Saint Cézaire, it winds its waydown a gentle slope through the hills of thehinterland, ending up at the peak of La Californiein Cannes.

From Mougins to the observatory in SuperCannes, the canal runs underground, creatinga wide footpath. The delightful views ofCannes from the top of Avenue Ziem right tothe Route de Vallauris has inspired many anartist. Then, from Avenue Bellini, the routethreads its way through mimosa and eucalyptustrees and giant agaves before ending trium-phantly with a dazzling panorama of PalmBeach Point and the Lérins Islands. Manyyears ago, this was a favourite itinerary ofwinter holidaymakers.

Starting point: upper car park on Avenue Ziem Duration: 1 hr

Siagne Canal

La Croix des Gardes

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From La Croisette promenade to theheights of Le Suquet, at least 300 restau-rants and representatives of ‘Haute’ gastro-nomy, gourmet locations, brasseries,bistros and other eating places are part oflife in Cannes today.

Ask for the Restaurant Guide at the Cannes Tourist Office.

Come and taste fresh products withMediterranean flavours in our beach-side restaurants.

Light and airy spaces between sun andsea which promise serenity and in-tense pleasure.

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La CroisetteThe 3km of the famous Croisette is lined withwell-known haute-couture boutiques such asChanel, Dior and Yves-Saint-Laurent, luxuryoff-the-peg brands like Armani and Céline,prestigious jewellers including Cartier,Chopard, Ferret and Fred, and luxury namesin leather good such as Fendi, Gucci, Hermès,Vuitton, Ferragamo, Lancel… See the DISCOVER section

Rue MeynadierSince the 16th century, the "Grande Rue" orrue Meynadier, has been used by horses orcarriages. Today, only pedestrians walk alongit, following their desires on this busyshopping street where the butcher’s sitsalongside the cheese maker and fashion issurrounded by local products. Let yourself beseduced by its charm and captivated by theplaces that will lead you straight to the Suquet.


SHOPPING

Rue des États-UnisThis shopping street runs perpendicular toRue d’Antibes and the Croisette. Recently re-novated, it is home to famous hairdresserssuch as Jean-Louis David, Jean-Claude Biguineand Lorenzo Cosi, plus luxurious home decorationshops.


GUIDEBOOK SHOPPING

Come and stroll along Cannes' trendieststreet, bursting with restaurants and cafés,home decoration shops, hairdressers, hotelsand fashion boutiques. It's just 250m from thestation, at the heart of the town centre, andjust a stone's throw from Palais des Festivals.The trendiest pedestrian street in Cannes.

Rue d’AntibesThe jewel in Cannes' shopping crown, paral-lel to the Croisette. Rue d’Antibes stands outbecause of its elegance with an urban feel,accentuated by recent renovations. It vieswith La Croisette, offering a myriad of beau-tiful shops: perfumeries, jewellers, florists,fashion boutiques, confectionery, tea rooms,beauty institutes, home decoration shops…All of France's favourite High Street namesare there...See the DISCOVER section

Rue du Commandant AndréLocated in what is known as the town'sGolden Square between Rue d’Antibes andthe Croisette (Dior boutique on the corner),this street is interesting both day and night.Explore the boutiques selling off the peg,swimming costumes and jewellery and enjoya break in one of the town's most stylish andfestive restaurants and lounge bars.

Rue Hoche

The La Bocca district located 50 metres frombeaches of the Midi, the favoured site forlarge holiday complexes, has retained itsauthentic charm. All types of shops and theProvencal market give this district a villagefeel, where tourists and locals rub shouldersin the streets, bars, restaurants and shopsin a friendly atmosphere.

La Bocca

Rue Hoche

Rue d’Antibes

La Bocca


WELL-BEINGIn addition, Cannes offers a variety of ways forrevitalizing your body or simply relaxing. Freshwater treatments, massages, sauna or hammam;you are sure to find a treatment to suit you.Choose from the list of centres, available soonfrom the Tourist Office.

Thermal Cures, Thalassotherapy or Spa ... Whatif you decided to treat yourself?

Cannes is a natural well-being destinationthanks to its mild climate, the sunshine, thebeauty of the landscape and its location on theMediterranean.

Indeed, the sea is a living, beneficial element,used in specific treatments, rich in trace elements,to restore energy, muscle tone, peace andcalmness. In Cannes, you can try these treat-ments.

GUIDEBOOK WELL-BEING


SPORTS

ASLM Cannes Garden Tennis99, avenue Maurice ChevalierCannes La BoccaTél. : + 33 (0)4 93472933Open year round except when raining

Cannes Tennis Club11, rue Lacour06400 CANNESTel : + 33 (0)4 93 43 63 57

The full list of sporting clubs and associations is availableon the website www.cannes.com under the section"Cannes my city" then "sports".

TENNIS

GUIDEBOOK SPORTS


GUIDEBOOK SPORTS

‘Boulodromes’ are public areas; open to the pu-blic, for learning or playing the French game‘Pétanque’. Complete list on www.cannes.com

Espace Troncy-BoulodromeJean Béraudo150 avenue Michel Jourdan06150 Cannes La BoccaTel:+33 (0)4 93 47 30 03

Boulodrome des AlléesAllees de la Liberte Charles de Gaulle06400 CannesTel:+33 (0)4 93 47 30 03

Boulodrome de l'EtangPlace de l Etang - 06400 CannesTel:+33 (0)4 93 47 30 03

Boulodrome Louis BrailleRue Louis Braille - 06400 CannesTel:+33 (0)4 93 47 30 03

Boulodrome Henri BergiaPlace Henri Bergia -06400 CannesTel:+33 (0)4 93 47 30 03

Boulodrome Mont ChevalierSquare Musso - Rue Saint-Dizier06400 CannesTel:+33 (0)4 93 47 30 03

BOWLINGCOURTS

Free cycle track (helmet and third partyliability insurance required)Avenue M. Chevalier - 061150 Cannes La BoccaFrom September to the end of June:Monday 2 pm to 6 pmTuesday and Thursday 8 am to 8 pmWednesday and Friday 2 pm to 8 pmSaturday 8 am to noon and 2 pm to 6 pmSunday 8 am to noonSummer timetable starts at the beginning of July, to befinalized in June

CYCLE TRACK

MJC Picaud Multi-sports ground open toeveryone Avenue Du Docteur Picaud06400 CANNES

MULTI-SPORTSGROUND


GUIDEBOOK SPORTS

1 - Boats, catamarans, surf boards,kayak etc for hire...Group or private lessons.

2 - Boat hire without permitDaily or weekly hire

NAUTISME

Boat EvasionBd du Midi, port de BéalTel: + 33 (0) 6 26591077 / + 33 (0)6 [email protected] Open from April to mid-October, by appointment in winter.www.location-bateaux-cannes.comwww.boatevasion.com

Absolute Boat Tel. : + 33 (0) 6 11 73 30 56 , + 33 (0) 6 25 09 50 83www.absoluteboat.com / [email protected] or weekly hire.

LocaramaPort Pierre Canto / Cannes Tel: 0892 681 185 (+ 33 (0) 4 93 94 45 81) Fax: + 33 (0) 4 93 94 04 75 / + 33 (0) 4 93 43 68 20) Mobile : + 33 (0) 6 12 77 86 24www.locationdebateaux.com - [email protected]

Poli NavalPort Canto à CannesTel: + 33 (0) 4 93 43 60 00 / Fax: + 33 (0) 4 93 43 09 65www.poli-naval.fr

Cannes JeunesseBase Nautique, Port du Mouré RougeTel: + 33 (0)4 92188888www.cannes-jeunesse.frOpen year round, Monday to Saturday, 9am to 12pm &2pm to 5pm.Cannes jeunesse is open to all, applyingeducational principles to sporting, scientific,cultural and outdoor activities organisedin its three activity centres: water sports cen-tre/activity centre/Fort on St Marguerite Island.In summer, beachside hire all year roundfrom 9h30 to 18h.

Club Nautique CroisetteBd Croisette - Ouvert toute l’annéeTel: + 33 (0)4 93430940Tel: + 33 (0)4 93390184www.club-nautique-croisette.fr

Club Mer & MontagnePetit Port Bijou - Palm Beach - [email protected]: + 33 (0)6 81252853Open year round.

Cannes Jet LocationPort du Béal, 110, bd du Midi - Cannes La BoccaTel: + 33 (0)6 23339898Open from 1st May to late September.

Palm Beach SurfingPlage Palm Beach, Boulevard GazagnaireTel: +33(0)6 64992815 / www.palmbeachsurfing.frOpen 15 June to 15 September.Mini-club for children (age 6 to 16) in July & August.


GUIDEBOOK SPORTS

Folly TooLe Quai St Pierre - D’avril à fin octobreTel: + 33 (0)4 93434880 / + 33 (0)6 20692713www.rent-follytoo-boat.com

La Clé de SolLe Quai St Pierre - Ouvert toute l’annéeTel: + 33 (0)6 07350167www.lacledesol.com

Rivage Croisière CatamaranCatamaran à VoileQuai des îles - 06400 CannesTel: +33 (0)4 92 98 71 31Fax: +33 (0)4 93 38 69 [email protected]

3 - Sailboats for a ride out to sea withskipper

In the summer, the pontoons on La Croisette,Bd Jean Hibert and the ‘Plages du Midi’ arecentres for towed water sports.

If you are an experienced water skier or abeginner, if you would like to try parasailing,wake board, etc… pontoon operators will bedelighted to arrange an outing.

Most of the pontoons operate at the weekendin June and September from 10 am to 6 pmand every day in summer from 10 am toaround 7 pm.

The list of water-based activities is available from the TouristOffice on request.

4 - Towed water-sports

Area open to everyone for Kite Surfing.Palm Beach Car Park – Pointe Croisette

5 - Kite Surf

Island surf shop25 av Reine Astrid - 06400 CannesTél.: +33 (0)4 93 43 48 www.island-feeling.comHire for an hour, day or week.

Cannes Stand up paddle location Plage du Mouré Rouge Boulevard Gazagnaire Tel: +33 (0)6 82 17 08 77 - www.cannesstanduppaddle.fr Hire for half an hour, hour, day or week.

6 - Stand up paddle


GUIDEBOOK SPORTS

Piscine MunicipalePierre de Coubertin2, avenue Pierre Poési - Cannes La BoccaTel: + 33 (0)4 93471294Swim School in seawater with qualified instructors State,private swimming lessons and group watersea for children(from 3 years) and adults,water aerobics.

Club des DauphinsOuvert du 15 juin au 15 septembreTel: + 33 (0)6 14 42 50 42 www.club-des-dauphins.comChildren age 3½ and up.Outings by boat for swimming at sea.

Ecole de natation plage Baoli Beach Open from early June to 15 September.Tel: +33 (0)6 51 39 12 74

Aqua ÉvolutionDive Centre - For children age 8 and up2, rue Esprit Violet - www.aqua-evolution.frTel: +33 (0)4 93434042 / +33 (0)637783085Open daily year round.

Plongée Club de Cannes10, rue de la Rampe (bureau administratif)Bateau « SYLPA », Quai St PierreFrom 12 years ; open from April to December.Tel: + 33 (0)4 93386757 / + 33 (0)6 11817617www.plongee-sylpa.com

Cannes Fun DivePort CantoTel: + 33 (0)6 60805918Open 15 June to 15 Septenmber.www.tdafundive.com

Nemo PlongéeDive Centre - For children age 12 and upBâteau Port Pointe CroisetteTel : +33 (0)4 93 70 49 97 ou +33 (0)6 73 34 54 65www.nemo-plongee.org

Les Amis de NeptuneSiège social: 2, avenue de la verrerie06150 Cannes la BoccaBateaux : Quai St Pierre & Port Canto - CannesTel: + 33 (0)6 58 14 60 55Sport fishing or spearfishing in apnea.

7 - Diving

Opposite Square Mistral Brougham (beach No.32) Opposite the Thales Alenia Space Building (beach No.34)

8 - Beach Volley

There are numerous riding schools near Cannes.The complete list of riding schools is available from theTourist Office on request

10 - Riding Schools

9 - Piscine, Swimming, Aquagym


‘Whether you are a beginner or experiencedplayer, you can try the most beautiful 18-holecourses around Cannes. There are 10 golfcourses only a few kilometres from La Croisetteso you can savour the pleasure of playing asmuch as you like in beautiful natural surroun-dings... The Golf Festival… is in Cannes!’The complete list of golf is available from the Tourist Office on request

GOLF COURSESCinema programme on the website: www.allocine.fr

Olympia9 salles - 5, rue de la PompeTel: +33 (0)8 92680029 / +33 (0)4 93391393

Le Star4 salles - 98, rue d’AntibesTel: +33 (0)8 92687535 / +33 (0)4 92980880

Les Arcades3 salles - 77, rue Félix-FaureTel: +33 (0)4 93390098 / +33 (0)4 93391000

Studio 132 salles - 23, avenue du Docteur-PicaudTel: +33 (0)4 93062990

Salle RaimuAvenue de la BordeTel: +33 (0)4 93472116

Cannes Media LibraryOpen from Tuesday to Saturday, 10h to 18h, in summerfrom 8h to 15h. Closed between 12h and 14h for the children's section, video library and record library.Available: books, magazines, newspapers, audiovisualproducts (CD, DVD, CD-ROM…).1, avenue Jean de Noailles, CannesTél. : +33(0)4 97 06 44 83

Ranguin Media LibraryFrom Tuesday to Saturday from 10h to 18h.19, avenue Victor Hugo - Cannes La BoccaTel: +33 (0)4 97064990

CINÉMAS

LIBRARYMEDIA LIBRARYhttp://mediatheque.ville-cannes.fr

A 60- to 90-minute drive takes you to a widerange of resorts in the Alps: Gréolières, LaColmiane, Auron, Isola 2000…

ASLM99 avenue Maurice Chevalier - Cannes Garden Tennis Club06150 Cannes la BoccaTel: + 33 (0)4 93482241Tel: + 33 (0)6 [email protected] from November to late April.Open Wednesdays and Thursdays 5pm to 7pm.

SKIING

GUIDEBOOK SPORTS & LEISURE ACTIVITIES

GAMBLING


GUIDEBOOK LEISURE ACTIVITIES

CASINOSSince the start of the 20th century, the Town ofCannes has been Europe's gambling capital, withBlack Jack, Texas Hold’Em and roulette. From thetip of the Croisette to Palais des Festivals, Cannesis the only place in France with three casinosoffering an unrivalled range of venues dedicatedto entertainment: Palm Beach, Casino Croisette,Casino Les Princes. Each establishment strivestowards sophistication and elegance to satisfyplayers from around the world. In Cannes, onething is sure: the thrill of the game owes nothingto chance!

Casino Barrière Croisette1, Espace Lucien Barrière - Palais des FestivalsTel: +33 (0)4 92987800www.lucienbarriere.com

Palm Beach CasinoPlace Franklin RooseveltTel: +33 (0)4 97063690www.lepalmbeach.com

Casino Barrière Les Princes50, boulevard de la Croisette - JW MarriottTel: +33 (0)4 97061850 www.lucienbarriere.com

GAMINGROOMS

Le Mylena (Pool)84, rue Georges Clémenceau06400 CannesTel: +33 (0)4 [email protected]

Cannes Bowling189, avenue Francis Tonner06150 Cannes la BoccaTel: +33 (0)4 93470225

Laser Quest (Shooting simulation)28, avenue des Arlucs06150 Cannes La BoccaTel: +33 (0)4 93475090www.lqcannes.com


THE COASTPLAN OF Details of water-based activities are available

from the Cannes Tourist Office.

GUIDEBOOK CANNES COASTLINE

Vieux-Port

PalmBeach

Pullman Royal Casino

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Parcours Joggingà Cannes

Parcours Croisetteenviron 20 mn l'aller simple4,54,5kmkm

Parcours du Midienviron 35 mn l'aller simple6,76,7kmkm



ExCURSIONSin the areaYou can spend a half or a full day exploring the hinterland around Cannes with its charming hilltop villages.

and internationally renowned centre forcontemporary art. Mougins is a small village of artists andcraftsmen, also famous for its restaurantsand food. Discover superb stone houses atthe heart of a village whose charm cannotbe denied.Grasse is the world’s perfume capital andreputed for its famous perfumeries:Fragonard, Galimard, Molinard (free guidedtours). Explore the medieval Old Town andthe entirely renovated perfume museum aswell as the excellent museum of Art andHistory of Provence.A hilltop village offering 80km ofbreathtaking panoramas stretching fromNice to Théoule, Gourdon is an ideal spot fornature lovers. To discover a unusual naturalheritage, enjoy a walk through the LoupGorge.

Located just 2 km from Cannes in the middleof seven gently rising hills, Le Cannet has apanoramic view from the Lérins Islands tothe Estérel Massif. There are easy, pleasantwalks among pines, olive trees, mimosa,orange trees and eucalyptus. Le Cannet hasa rich cultural and artistic heritage as isborne out by the presence of a museumdevoted to Pierre Bonnard, Notre-Dame-des-Anges and Saint-Sauveur chapels(decorated by Tobiasse), the church ofSainte-Catherine, Peynet’s ‘Mur desAmoureux’ and Vieux-Cannet (the old town).The town of Mouans-Sartoux stands outmainly for its château, built at the end of the15th century. Home now to the "Espace del’Art Concret", it has become a permanent

Le Cannet, Mouans-Sartoux,Mougins, Grasse, Gourdon

Grasse, Parfumerie


GUIDEBOOK EXCURSIONS IN THE AREA

Vallauris & Antibes old townA town of artists, pottery first appeared inVallauris in 1501 and rapidly become itsmain activity. Since Picasso's spell here,from 1948 to 1955, other forms of art, suchas ceramics and linocut, have also beenadopted. The town boasts a large number ofart studios and galleries, including the Picasso"War and Peace" Museum.

Old Antibes is home to one of the mainmuseums in the Alpes-Maritimes: the PicassoMuseum, inside Château Grimaldi. Strollthrough the Old Town's narrow streetssoaking up its typical Provençal charm andadmiring the ramparts, not forgetting thecathedral.

NiceBeneath the Baie des Anges, “Nikaia” willdelight you. Stroll along the 8km of itsPromenade des Anglais alongside theturquoise waters of the Mediterranean. Letyourself be charmed by the lively streets ofits old town with the ochre and red coloursof the Comté de Savoie. Walk its shoppingstreets, starting in the Place Masséna anddon’t miss its many museums (Mamac,Matisse, Chagall, Masséna, Beaux Arts,Naïve Arts, Asian Arts…..). Travel through itsvarious districts and discover evidence of theRomans, the Baroque era, the Englishwinter visitors of the 19th century, theRussians (Russian Cathedral) the richnessand diversity of which will surprise you.

It was in Vence that Matisse dedicated 3years to the design of a masterpiece of sacredart: La Chapelle du rosaire.

Saint-Paul de Vence, VenceUtrillo, Derain, Soutine, Signac, Modiglianiand Matisse were all bewitched by thebeauty of Saint-Paul's landscapes and thequality of the light, capturing them on theircanvasses and attracting other artists, writersand show biz stars. In the space of a few decades,Saint-Paul has become an artists' Mecca.The village is a veritable "living museum"with no entry charge! It is also home to theFondation Marguerite & Aimé Maeght, aunique venue dedicated to art. Artists moved into nearby Vence, marking aperiod of revival for the town. In its walledOld Town, Vence has preserved amazingsouvenirs from a very rich history: Romanruins, ramparts, watchtowers, the remainsof the Bishop's Palace, the château of theLords of Villeneuve, squares, fountains andthe treasures in its cathedral.

Antibes

Les Grottes de Saint-Cézaire& Saint-Vallier de Thiey

Embark on an adventure in caves aboveGrasse, not far from Cannes, and explore thisoriginal and fun natural setting.


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Biot is a delightful village just a fewkilometres from the sea, perched on top of ahill against a perpetual backdrop of flowers.Biot became famous all over the world for itsceramics and bubbled blown glass.It boasts 8 glass studios, a glass museum,an international glass gallery, countless artgalleries (paintings, glass, sculptures), apottery (employing traditional Provençaltechniques), ceramicists, silversmiths andmosaicists.Below the village, the Musée NationalMonographique Fernand Léger

BiotLeaving Cannes, take the Boulevard du Midialong the sea towards Saint-Tropez. Soon,Mandelieu La Napoule, capital of the mimosawill appear with its medieval castle rebuilt inthe 20th century by an American billionaire ar-tist, Henry Clews. At the end of the Bay ofCannes, Théoule sur Mer, a seaside resort,dotted with sandy beaches and coves. Followthe road cut into the red rock of the EsterelMassif, the Corniche d'Or snakes alongsidethe indigo blue water of the MediterraneanSea to St. Raphael.

La Corniche d’Or


GUIDEBOOK EXCURSIONS IN THE AREA

The old village of Èze is an eagle's nest per-ched at 429 metres above sea-level. The vil-lage's tiny streets thread their way below theruins of a medieval château. Many artists andcraftsmen today occupy the cellars andground floors that were once stables orsheepfolds. A fortified double gate datingfrom the 14th century marks the entrance tothe old village.The very pretty small town of Roquebrune-Cap-Martin can be seen as a bridge betweenMonaco and Menton. The old part of the vil-lage, wrapped around its fortress up above, isa glorious tangle of narrow alleys, coveredstreets, stairways, narrow passages, foun-tains and niches.

Monaco has always been a particularly popu-lar tourist destination thanks to its Mediter-ranean climate and its many luxury hotels.Each year, it hosts the Formula 1 Grand Prix,a leading event on the French Riviera. Thereis also the old part of Monaco, with its cathe-dral and hanging gardens, not forgetting thefamous Oceanographic Museum.A few kilometres from Monaco, on the Italianborder, stands Menton, a harmonious blendof nature and culture. The town of gardensand lemons is also a town of art and history;Menton is proud of its outstanding naturaland historical heritage. From the cliff roadsoverhanging the town, one can admire thepicture postcard scene of a seaside town ba-thed in warm sunshine all year round.

Èze & Roquebrune-Cap-Martin

Saint-Tropez grew around its 15th-century citadelto become a small fishing village by the beginning ofthe 20th century. It was the first town to be liberatedduring the Landing in Provence and became an internationally recognised seaside resort as earlyas the 1950s, thanks to the enthusiasm of NewWave artists. It thrived with the '60s scene, eventuallybecoming a holiday destination for the Europeanand American jet set and for tourists in search ofProvençal authenticity... or celebrities!

You can also use these services to discoverlocal festivities, temporary exhibitions, villagesand the Italian markets. Information availablefrom the Tourist Office.

Loisirs AnimationT: + 33 (0)6 12154827 / + 33 (0)4 92190677http://loisirsanimation.com www.excursions-azur.com

Allo Taxi CannesTel: + 33 (0)890712227 Booking 48h : + 33 (0)892780028www.taxicannes.fr

SNCFN° vert : 0800 11 40 23www.ter-sncf.com/Regions/Paca/fr

Bus Azur (Cannes and surrounding areas)www.busazur.com - Tel: +33 (0)825825599TAM (region) : www.cg06.fr Tel: +33 (0)800 06 01 06

Monaco, Menton

Saint-TropezSaint Tropez

FOR KIDSMuseum workshops (outside zone B school holidays)One day, one work. for young people from 7 to 13 years of age, everyWednesday and Saturday after midday at the Musée de la Castre.For children from 5 to 7 years of age, every Wednesday morning atthe Musée de la Mer, Royal Fort of Ile Sainte-Marguerite.Request the quarterly program for Museum Workshops at the TouristOffice.Tel: +33 (0)4 93385526 - www.cannes.com

Holidays at the MaritimeMuseum For young people from 7 to 13 years of age.School holidays: Toussaint, Winter, Easter (zone B only) and summerholidays.Musée de la Castre (half days) – Musée de la Mere (days)Request the quarterly program for Museum Workshops at the TouristOffice.Tel: +33 (0)4 93385526 - www.cannes.com

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Organize your birthday party at the ‘Musée dela Castre’ or ‘Musée de la Mer’!

MJC PICAUD 23, avenue du Dr PicaudTel: +33 (0)4 93062990www.mjcpicaud.com

Rides for ChildrenTreat your children to a ride on "Carrousel 1900" or "Cannes 2000"located on the Croisette, close to the famous Palais des Festivals.They can also experience the joys of driving in "the little boats ofCannes". Square Reynaldo Hahn

Cannes RallyeGames for children, trampolines, bumper cars, climbing frames, etc.Port Canto - La Croisette - Tél. : +33 (0)4 93430988

Fun CityA huge, undercover play park totalling over 1,200m². FUN CITY offersa hundred or so fun activities, a restaurant and an area where parentscan relax with magazines and free wi-fi.47, avenue Maurice Chevalier - Cannes La BoccaTél. : +33 (0)4 93473717 - http://cannes.fun-city.fr

BoomilandAmusement park with a 1000 m2 covered air-conditioned play area.144 chemin de la Plaine - 06250 MouginsTél. : +33(0)4 92 99 28 97 - www.boomiland.fr

MarinelandThis Park, unique in France, presents the wonders of the world of thesea with majestic shows combining killer whales’ power and grace,dolphins’ speed and acrobatics and all the sea lions’ pranks. You canalso discover new shows featuring birds of prey and macaws.N7, 306, avenue Mozart - AntibesTél. : +33 (0)4 93334949 - www.marineland.fr

Wild West Farm& Adventure GolfThe world of the Wild West Farm is brimming with attractions: makeupstudio, pony rides, Playmobil playground and entertainment, Urban Aven-ture.The mini-golf features 3 courses for the whole family.N7, 306, avenue Mozart - Antibes - Tél. : +33 (0)4 93334949

Parc PhœnixParc Phoenix takes you on a fabulous journey to the land of naturalwonders. Walk through the tropical forest in one of Europe’s largestgreenhouses, flowers by the thousands, theme gardens with soundeffects, fishes, birds and iguanas roaming free, plus activities andexhibitions for the whole family.

405, promenade des Anglais - NiceTél. : +33 (0)4 92297700

Many more attractions are also available on the French Riviera.

FUN FAIRSDuring your walks, take advantage of a stop in one of the many parksequipped to delight the smallest people.

JARDIN DE LA FERMEThe Jardin de la Ferme opened in 1973/1974, at the same time as thesports complex (swimming pool) to provide the many children in theneighbourhood with a play park - Av. Pierre Poésie - Cannes La Bocca

SQUARE D’AURÈLEA neighbourhood square with a play park and grass for relaxing.22, rue Aurélienne - Cannes La Bocca

SQUARE DE MORÈS7/9, avenue Francis Tonner - Cannes La Bocca

SQUARE MÉROFormer name: “Jardin des eaux” - Av. de Grasse - Cannes

JARDIN DES OLIVIERSFormerly the grounds of the old Villa Vera, they were converted into apublic park when the Oliviers swimming pool was constructed Av. Bénéfiat - Cannes

SQUARE RENÉ CASSINAvenue Maréchal Juin - Cannes

SQUARE FRÉDÉRIC MISTRALBoulevard Jean Hibert - Cannes

SQUARE REYNALDO HAHNEsplanade Pompidou was constructed in the '80s as part of the rede-velopment of area on the Croisette in front of the new Palais des Festival.Located on the Croisette and home to wonderful merry-go-rounds -the "Carrousel 1900" and "Cannes 2000".

JARDIN DES HESPÉRIDESAvenue de Lérins - Cannes

SQUARE DU PRADOBoulevard de la République - Angle rue du Prado - Cannes

KIDELIOHire of infant safety seats, pushchairs, folding beds, playpens, high-chairs and all the children’s equipment you will need for your stay (hirefrom 3 days to 6 months) - T: +33 (0)9 54806264 - www.kidelio.com

BabysittingAXION SP 2929 Boulevard de La Ferrage (4e étage)T: +33 (0)4 92984825 / +33 (0)6 99722777

YOOPALA1 rue d’Antibes - T: +33 (0)9 88776680Monday to Friday - 9am to 6pm

INITIATIVE EMPLOI - PROXIM SERVICES5, rue Borniol - T: +33 (0)4 93390063

QUOTIDIEN PLUS11 avenue du Camp Long - T: +33 (0)6 10490795

BUREAU INFO JEUNESSE3 rue Georges Clémenceau - T: +33(0)4 97064625

PUBLIC PARKS FOR CHILDREN

CHILDCARE SERVICES


GUIDEBOOK CANNES FOR CHILDREN


Highlight the night Scenery by creating a spec-tacular world of light for architecture and plants.La Croisette becomes truly magical after night-fall, with shimmering colours lighting the way.

The Month in Cannes: a monthly newsletter giving full information on events during the month. Look them up aswell on www.cannes.com.

La Croisette

Port Canto - CroisetteLycée CarnotLe Suquet

THE CANNES CITY LIGHTS


GUIDEBOOK SPECIAL EVENTS

SPECIAL EVENTSAlongside its its global reputation for theCannes Film Festival and other internationalevents (Midem, Mip TV, Tax Free, etc), Canneshas also developed a rich programme of enter-tainment, leisure activities and festivities. Notforgetting the top quality music schedulewhich helps to make Cannes a true culturalcapital. In the autumn season "Sortir àCannes” takes over from the summer sea-son’s “Eté à Cannes” presenting the classicalmusic of the Nuits Musicales du Suquet, JazzDomergue and music concerts featuring pre-sent day music, particularly those at the Pan-tiero (electro).

Make sure you don't miss out, visit the official websitewww.palaisdesfestivals.com for full details of the manyconcerts organised each year in Cannes. Or ask at the TouristInformation Office for a list of the year's concerts.

LE MIDEMJANUARYInternational trade fair for themusic industry, reserved forprofessionals.Midem Festival: numerousconcerts open to the public.www.midem.com

CANNES SEMI-MARATHONFEBRUARYGet all the details and register with Cannes' athleticsclub. www.athle-cannes.com

GAMES FESTIVALFEBRUARYThe biggest games festivalin the French-speakingworld, dedicated to all thedifferent aspects of the worldof games. Great classics,forgotten or little-known games,games from near and far, simulation and boardgames, and finally console and computer games- the Festival has a lot of surprises lined up foryou.www.festivaldesjeux-cannes.com

SPECIAL EVENTS


CANNES SHOPPING FESTIVALAPRILThe Cannes Shopping Festivalcelebrates shopping in all itsforms. With a festive pro-gramme lasting four days,this event means shows,fashion parades, gastronomy,nightlife, culture…www.cannesshoppingfestival.com

CANNES FILM FESTIVAL MAY

See NOT TO BE MISSEDand HISTORY OF THE FILMFESTIVALwww.festival-cannes.com

CANNES INTERNATIONAL SHOWJUMPING COMPETITIONJUNEOne of the most elegant ri-ding events in the world.The Cannes InternationalShow Jumping Competitionis a key event in the officialcalendar, offering the lar-gest prize in Europe and attracting the best ri-ders.www.jumpingcannes.com

ACTING PERFORMANCESJUNEOne (wo)man show, visual shows, stand-up co-medians, musical humour, clowns, classicaltheatre, magic, contemporary theatrewww.performancedacteur.com

JAZZ A DOMERGUEAUGUSTIn the Mediterranean gardensof the villa owned by the greatpainter Jean-Gabriel Domergue,suspended between the skyand the sea, where plantsexude the heavy fragrance ofthe height of summer...the artists are so close tothe audience that their talent reaches out to ourfive senses. In July and August: exhibitions andsummer concerts. Programme on request.Av. de Fiesole, Cannes - Tel. +33 (0)4 97 06 44 90www.palaisdesfestivals.com

FIREWORKS FESTIVAL14th, 21th, 29th JULY & 7th, 15th, 24th AUGUSTwww.festival-pyrotechnique-cannes.com

LES NUITS MUSICALESDU SUQUETJULYFestival in the square infront of the church of NotreDame d’Espérance and inthe courtyard of the ‘Muséede la Castre’.An eclectic selection, withboth classical and contemporary music. www.palaisdesfestivals.com

LES PLAGESÉLECTROJULY-AUGUST+33 (0)6 19922929www.plages-electroniques.comwww.myspace.com/lesplageselectroniques

FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION JULY-AUGUST

PANTIERO FESTIVALAUGUSTNew musical trends in theinternational electronic scenewww.festivalpantiero.com

FESTIVAL OF RUSSIAN ARTAUGUSTFive consecutive days of artisticexpression: dance, music, cinema,as well as crafts, fashion andRussian cuisine.www.palaisdesfestivals.com

BOAT SHOWSEPTEMBERThe biggest boat showin the Mediterranean. www.salonnautiquecannes.com

THE ROYAL REGATTASSEPTEMBEREach year, the Royal Regattasbring together over 150yachts of all sizes and overa thousand crewmembers.www.regatesroyales.com

SWIM TO THE ISLANDSSEPTEMBERSee all the details and sign up on: T +33 (0)4 93 47 03 54 - www.athle-cannes.com

WINE HARVEST IN CANNESOCTOBERCombine the pleasure of tastingthe best vintages from regionalvineyards and discovering thenew fashion collection. 6 pm to10 pm, on presentation of a VIPPass, sent directly by the boutiques to their customers.

BIENNIAL DANCE FESTIVALNOVEMBERThis major event was set up in 1984 by Cannesunder the presidency of RosellaHightower and for manyyears has been considered oneof the major choreographicevents in France. The pro-gramme chosen by FredericFlamand, Artistic Director and Director of the ‘BalletNational de Marseille’, is made up of five or six in-ternational creations each year, new French worksand discoveries, all supported by the great namesin the dance world.www.festivaldedanse-cannes.com

THE NICE-CANNES MARATHONNOVEMBERwww.marathon06.com/inscriptions.htm

LÉRINS ISLANDS CROSS-COUNTRY RACEDECEMBERwww.athle-cannes.com


GUIDEBOOK SPECIAL EVENTS

GUIDEBOOK PRACTICAL INFORMATION


GETTING HERE, GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION

PARKING

TRAVELLING IN AND AROUND CANNES

By car : A8 motorway exit no 42 (Mougins-Cannes)or 41 (Mandelieu-Cannes la Bocca).

By air : Nice Côte d’Azur Airport, 30km fromCannes. Express Autoroute coach no 210between Cannes and the AirportFreephone number: 0800 06 01 06

By train : www.sncf.fr Or www.ter-sncf.com/pacaFrom France: 3635From abroad: Tel.: +33 (0) 892 35 35 35

Bus Azur serves the communes of Cannes, LeCannet and Mandelieu la Napoule.

BUS STATIONPlace Cornut Gentille - Tel.: +33 (0)4 93 45 20 08Indigo number: 0825 825 599 - www.busazur.com

ELO (electric shuttle): Town Hall, La Croisette,Rue d’Antibes via the SNCF railway station.

PENINSULA : Pont des Gabres Bd GénéralVautrin, Gazagnaire, Claude Pons, Pont desGabres Avenue Maréchal June, Gallia, Pontdes Gabres Général Vautrin.

BUS N°8 : Quai Laubeuf, La Croisette, PalmBeach.

Thanks to the Azur Ticket for just €1, you cantravel on two successive transport systems fora journey with a transfer between one of theRegional Council’s TAM lines to one of the fol-lowing systems: Envibus, Sillages, Lignesd’Azur, Bus Azur, Bus Varmer, Communauté dela Riviera Française.

CAR PARKS

Subscription and special packages availablein some car parks.Bureau administratif, 7, rue Louis Pastour06400 Cannes Tel.: +33(0)4 93 38 52 12www.interparking-france.com

During the year, 1st hour free in the Suquet,Forville, République, Vauban car parks.September to June: 1st hour free in the Ferrage,Lamy, Croisette car parks

Evening rate: 7pm to 2am, €5.50 (valid in thefollowing car parks: Forville, Ferrage, Lamy,Croisette, Vauban, République, Palais desFestivals)

Special rates for shows in the “Going out inCannes” season at the Palais des Festivals:purchase the ticket for the show and parkingat the Palais des Festivals ticket office.


GUIDEBOOK PRACTICAL INFORMATION

USEFUL CONTACTS

Concerts, Showsand ConferencesPalais des Festivals & des Congrès1 bd. de la Croisettewww.palaisdesfestivals.comTel: +33(0)4 92986277Théâtre de la Licorne - 25, av. F. Tonnerwww.madeincannes.comTel: +33(0)4 93489734Théâtre Alexandre III - 19, bd. Alexandre IIIwww.theatredecannes.comTel: +33(0)4 93943344MJC Picaud / Studio 13 - 23, av. du Dr PicaudConcerts, shows and films all year.www.mjcpicaud.com - Tel: +33(0)4 93062990Orchestre de Canneswww.orchestre-cannes.com Tél. :+33(0)4 92 98 62 77Connaissance du mondeTravel reports, documentaries, educationaldocumentaries. Talks and films produced bythe travel writer.www.connaissancedumonde.comTel: +33(0)8 92681831

Cannes-Université - 5, quai Saint-PierreInstruction and cultural improvement for allforms of lessons and lectures.www.cannes-universite.frTel. : +33(0)4 93383749Musique et Foi Chrétienne - 7, rue Notre-DameOrgan concerts. Tel. : +33(0)4 93990666Association des Conférences d’EnseignementsSupérieursProvides continually updated high-level culturalinformation for all.www.acesc.fr Tel. : + 33 (0)4 22 10 35 77Arte FilosophiaArts and philosophy as approaches for a certainunderstanding of the world.www.artefilosofia.com - www.rencontresdecannes.frTel. : + 33 (0)4 93 69 10 80Dante AlighieriTalks about Italian culture, news, films, lectures, excursions & trips.www.dante-cannes.com Tel. : + 33 (0)4 93 94 26 98

Accueil des Villes Françaiseshttp://reseau.avf.asso.fr/space/avfcannesAVF - Cannes : 13, rue Rouaze - Tel: +33(0)4 93944182AVF - Cannes la Bocca - 54 Av F.Tonner - Tel : +33 (0)4 93 90 84 33AVF desk staffed every Wednesday afternoon in theTourist Office at the ‘Palais des Festivals’.

Currency ExchangeAzuréenne de Change - 17, rue Maréchal Foch :Tel: +33(0)4 93393437Travelex (Thomas Cook) - 8, rue d’AntibesTel: +33(0)4 93394145European Exchange / Change Miramar57, Bd. de la CroisetteTel: +33(0)4 93944520

Cyber PointsInstant Photo - 11, rue Maréchal JoffreTel: +33(0)4 93680007Café @TO Z.Net / WIFI - 46, rue des SerbesTel: +33(0)4 92280533Atlas Cyber Café - 30, rue Jean Jaurès / 16 rueHélène Vagliano Tél : +33(0)4 93 69 42 82

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OFFICE DE TOURISMEPour les activités, d’accueil, d’information

et de promotion/communication.Délivrée par AFNOR Certification

www.marque-nf.com

TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICESPALAIS DES FESTIVALS ET DES CONGRÈSOfficial shop for Cannes souvenirsLa Croisette - 06 400 CANNESOpen daily, 9am to 7pm March to October. 10am to 7pm November to February, 9am to 8pmJuly & August.

GARE SNCF CANNESRue Jean Jaurès - 06400 CANNES0pen Monday to Saturday, 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 6pm year round. Closed from 27th of August 2012 for renovation work on the SNCF station.

PLACE DU MARCHÉ, CANNES LA BOCCA1 av. Pierre Semard - 06 150 Cannes La BoccaOpen Tuesday to Saturday 9am to 12pm & 2:30pm to 6:30pm. July & August open 9am to12:30pm & 3:30pm to 7pm.

Tel. +33 (0)4 92 99 84 22 - Fax +33 (0)4 92 99 84 [email protected] - www.cannes.travel

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