Marinieres beach

Situated at the foot of Villefranche-sur-Mer, beach has beautiful views of city and sea. Numerous visitors are pleased with the high layer of natural sand, although rough (in fact, it is the smallest pebble), but does not require the wearing of special shoes. Feet tickling small fish near beach line, water is clear. Comfort for family vacationers, local have poured on the weekends with the children. But here you can hear both English and German speech.

On this narrow, but very cozy territory is cramped on weekends and at the end of the day, optimal time to visit is morning, when there are few people and sand is not warmed up.

Why do many people consider Marinieres the best place in the  surroundings of Nice:

• One of the most picturesque harbors of French Riviera.
• You don't have to go far. Left home – hit the beach.
• Excellent climate, beautiful views. Beach with sand, on the edges – boulders and pebbles.
• Toilet, shower, possibility to rent mattresses. If you need an umbrella, you need to take with you, they do not give out here.
• Railway station is a few feet away, just behind parking lot, the movement of trains is even audible (the only minus).
• There are no problems with parking lot. Parking-meter zone at the beach has more than 400 seats. There is a boat stop at avenue de Lange-Guardian.
• The calm deep waters off the beaches of the harbor contribute to the popularity of diving in these places. In 2012, there was a freediving championship, regattas are held, rowing and yachting clubs work.
• The nearest port has the ability to receive large cruise ships. Many tourists come to the place of rest through a large ferry terminal, also convenient to visit Nice, Monaco, other objects of interest near Cote d'-Azur.
• There are bicycles for rent, which you can ride everywhere, observing the General traffic regulations.
• On beach all July and August beach inspectors are on duty.
• There are many eateries where hungry tourists sit at tables in the shade. Alcohol is also sold.
• Smoking in a special area.

When is the best time to go?

It is possible to relax in France at any time of the year, the time of the trip depends more on your preferences. Summer - a great time to travel to the sea. Thanks to the Mediterranean climate, even on the southern French Riviera is not hot weather. In winter , people go to ski resorts in France. It should be be mindful that in summer and winter in France there is a high season, respectively, prices soar. To enjoy the excursions, choose the time from February to April or from September to November, when both in the north and in the south it is not very crowded. If you go to the French Riviera in September, you will never lose: You will find a time when the weather is still warm and the prices are not so high.