Yachting gives you the opportunity to enjoy beautiful destinations seen from a different angle. Your experience will differ depending on your itinerary. The Côte d’Azur is full of treasures to appreciate that are just waiting to be discovered by those who choose to visit them aboard a yacht.
Destination N°1: Saint Jean Cap Ferrat
This undeniably elegant seaside resort is renowned throughout the world for its marina, but that’s not all. You’ll love fishing for swordfish, tuna and other big fish on the high seas. Enjoy all the leisure activities that the magnificent Mediterranean has to offer, displaying cobalt blue and purple tones through shades of turquoise and opal.
Stop off at Les Fossettes beach to enjoy its secluded atmosphere. Not far from there is an underwater trail of 200 metres that’s full of wonderful surprises. Moor your yacht and visit Rothschild’s Villa Ephrussi, a real architectural gem. Stroll through the tropical Eze garden and head towards Villa Les Camélias where you’ll love its Belle Epoque design.
Destination N°2: The Cap d’Antibes
This destination is perfect if you’re looking for a complete change of scenery. If you climb to the top of the Garoupe plateau, you’ll reach the lighthouse which has magnificent views over the bay and nearby towns such as Juan-les-Pins and Nice. Also visit Villa Thuret where you can enjoy the beauty of its botanical garden with some 1,600 different plant species. Fort Carré is situated on the Saint Roch peninsula among beautiful green surroundings. This site is also an excellent observation point to really appreciate the town in 360°.
Don’t miss a visit to the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de la Platea whose magnificent doors were meticulously carved during the 18th century. Yachting and water sports are inseparable. Take the time to enjoy local beach attractions. The Baie Dorée (Golden Bay), Le Rocher and Keller are all beaches where warm sand and a sea in many shades of blue offer a vast array of activities.
Destination N°3: the port of Mandelieu la Napoule
Just along from Esterl, Port la Napoule awaits you. You won’t regret stopping off here on your journey to luxury Côte d’Azur destinations. Follow the Corniche d’Or to admire the striking contrast between flamboyant red rock and the sea. With a little luck, you might meet some dolphins and whales, or even swim alongside them. If you like diving, head to Cap Roux.
Its caves and shipwrecks are just waiting to be explored. If not, you have the option to go deep-sea fishing off the coast. Mandelieu la Napoule is also a mimosa paradise that gave its name to the 130 km road. It leads to Grasse, a town known for its exceptional perfumes. Don’t miss the opportunity to admire the iconic landmarks of this elegant destination during your yacht trip. The château that stands on the seafront is a must. The gardens are really worth visiting as are the decorative ornamental rooms. Château d’Agecroft along with many old churches are also well worth a visit.
Yachting is not just about having a good time at sea. It’s also the chance to moor your boat in a range of different prestigious cities unlike any other. But don’t worry, there’s no need to own your own yacht to enjoy yourself.
