Le Suquet, old quarter of Cannes, Historic neighborhood in Cannes, France.
Le Suquet is an old residential quarter perched on a hill with narrow cobblestone streets, traditional stone facades, and medieval architecture that preserves the character of the original fishing village. The streets run steeply and irregularly, with small houses tightly packed together, creating a lived-in village feel within the city.
The quarter was founded in the 12th century by monks from Lérins Abbey, who built a fortress on the hilltop. This settlement marks the beginning of Cannes as a town and makes this district the historic core of the city.
The district is home to the 17th-century Notre-Dame d'Espérance church and a Museum of World Explorations housed in the former castle. These institutions shape the quarter as a place where locals and visitors encounter art and history together.
Reach the quarter on foot or by electric bus from Meynadier street. Once there, you will find restaurants, cafés, and small shops throughout the streets, while the nearby Forville market offers local products and regional food specialties.
The former Castre castle tower offers a complete circular view over Cannes Bay, the Croisette, and the Lérins Islands, particularly striking at sunset. The climb is rewarding for this sweeping vista, rarely seen from elsewhere in the city.
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