The French Riviera contains numerous sites beyond the main tourist routes. From medieval hilltop villages to seaside forts, from art museums to natural parks - the region maintains many authentic locations. Walking trails lead through limestone cliffs and coastal paths with Mediterranean Sea views. Historic villas and castles display architecture from different periods, while museums protect the region's cultural heritage.
Cap d'Ail, Monaco, Nice
This coastal trail starts near Cap d'Ail harbor and follows the shore for three kilometers until Mala beach. It provides views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Cagnes-sur-Mer, France
14th century medieval fortress with museum dedicated to olive cultivation and modern art collection. The courtyard hosts exhibitions of local artists.
Saint-Jeannet, France
This 800-meter limestone cliff features climbing routes and hiking paths with views of the coastline and Var valley.
Antibes, France
This 16th-century fortress stands on a peninsula. Its four bastions provide 360-degree views of the coastline.
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France
Built in 1912, this villa contains an art collection and nine themed gardens featuring water fountains, temples and exotic plants.
Lérins Islands
Four Mediterranean islands off the French Riviera known for their villages, monasteries and old fortresses.
Mandelieu-la-Napoule, France
American artist Henry Clews transformed this 14th century fortress into a museum of art and sculptures with a garden by the Mediterranean Sea.
Nice, France
The scientific institute built in 1879 contains a library of 23,000 volumes dedicated to astronomy and Earth observation.
Alpes-Maritimes, France
A mountain pass at 2715 meters elevation with a paved road for cars and bicycles in the French Alps.
Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France
The gorge extends for 25 kilometers with 700-meter limestone cliffs. Visitors can kayak, rock climb and hike on marked trails.
Nice, France
The nationally significant collection includes biblical painting cycles, stained glass windows and mosaics by Russian-French artist Marc Chagall.
Montauroux, France
This 420-hectare reservoir in the Var department enables water sports, fishing and swimming surrounded by wooded hills.
Alpes-Maritimes, France
A medieval village situated on a 427-meter rocky hill featuring narrow cobblestone streets and stone houses with Mediterranean architecture.
Opio
This historic building from the 17th century continues producing olive oil using traditional methods with its original stone millstones.
Nice, France
A 160,000-year-old cavity containing human bone remains and Middle Paleolithic objects in the Nice-Est district.
Mercantour, France
An alpine valley in the Maritime Alps containing over 40000 prehistoric rock engravings from the Bronze Age depicting animals, weapons and farming tools.
Île Sainte-Marguerite, France
This maritime museum exhibits artifacts recovered from ancient shipwrecks, displaying amphoras, ceramics and other Mediterranean archaeological items.
Port Cros Island, France
Europe's first maritime national park, established in 1963, protects both land and sea. The car-free island contains Mediterranean vegetation and underwater trails.
Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France
A medieval village situated on a hill, with stone ramparts, narrow streets and historical buildings dating from the 13th century.
Alpes-Maritimes, France
The 1800 km² protected territory houses chamois, ibex, marmots and 58 mammal species between forests and alpine lakes.
Nice, France
This red building located in the Cimiez district houses a permanent collection of paintings, drawings and personal items of the French painter.
Beaulieu-sur-Mer, France
This 1908 villa is an exact reconstruction of a 2nd century BC Greek mansion, featuring period furniture and decorations throughout its rooms.
Le Cannet, France
The old district above Cannes houses the Bonnard Museum and offers wide views over the Bay of Cannes.
Nice, France
The museum opened in 1998 displays a collection of 300 artworks from China, Japan, India and Southeast Asia in a modern building.
Tourrettes-sur-Loup, France
The stone streets and houses date from the 13th century. The town is a center for violet production with an annual flower festival.
Nice, France
This 12000 square meter plaza connects the old town with the modern district. The surrounding 19th century buildings display red facades.
