Villefranche-sur-Mer

Villefranche-sur-Mer

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownVillefranche-sur-MerBeaulieu-sur-Mer at 2.8 km (5 min)
Insee code06159Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat at 3.8 km (6 min)
Postcode06230Nice at 6.2 km (15 min)
Latitude43.7039760Èze at 7.4 km (9 min)
Longitude7.3111090Cap-d'Ail at 9.9 km (13 min)
AltitudeFrom 0 to 575 metersDrap at 11 km (17 min)
Surface4.88 km²La Trinité at 11.4 km (22 min)
Population6662 inhabitantsLa Turbie at 12.2 km (16 min)
Density1363 inhabitants/km²Cantaron at 13.7 km (24 min)
National labelFalicon at 14.3 km (27 min)
Chief townNice (at 4.9 km)Beausoleil at 17.4 km (22 min)
DepartmentAlpes-MaritimesTourrette-Levens at 17.4 km (32 min)
RegionProvence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Villefranche-sur-Mer, prestigious city of the Côte d'Azur offers you when you arrive, whether by the ledges, sea or train, spectacular views.

Situated 4 km from Nice and 12 km from Monaco, at the foot of a vast amphitheater of hills, it was founded in 1295 and has retained many vestiges of its origin.

City at Sea location hosting the finest units but also small fishing port ... its cuisine is naturally based on fish directly supplied by local fishermen.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The Citadel: An imposing fortress built in 1557 to defend the city from attacks by sea. It was restored in 1979 and houses since 1981, the town hall, a convention center and 4 museums. Open Access.
  • Museums:
  • Volti Museum (sculpture).
  • Gallery Goetz-Boumeester (paintings).
  • The collection Roux (scenes of life in the Middle Ages and Renaissance)
  • 24th BCA (en souvenirs).
  • La Chapelle Saint-Pierre: Romanesque chapel located at the foot of the old city, it was entirely decorated by Jean Cocteau. Open every day except Monday. Admission charge.
  • La Rue Obscure: Street 130 meters long and completely covered his route from the 13th century.
  • Also the Baroque church of Saint-Michel, the Port Royal de la Darse, the chapel of St. Elizabeth.
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Villefranche-sur-Mer
Information pointsTourist Office of Villefranche-sur-Mer
Leisure centresBeach of La Darse,   Beach of La Marinière,   Marina of La Darse,   Museum of Art and History of Villefranche-sur-Mer
Natural sitesBay of Villefranche,   Mount Leuze

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Contracts:
  • Provencal Market: Every Saturday from 8 am to 13 am - Binon Francis Gardens.
  • The market to flea market: Every Sunday - Garden Binon and Francis Place Amélie Pollonais.
  • The craft market: Every day in summer - Place Amélie Pollonais.
  • Festivals:
  • In February: The Combat Naval Fleuri - Port Health.
  • April: The Citadel Flowers - Floral Show.
  • In July: The Musical Moments - Summer Festival.
  • In September Frankly Art - Exhibition of contemporary art.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • The Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.
  • The Kerylos Villa in Beaulieu-sur-Mer.
  • The village of Eze.
PHOTOS
Rade de Villefranche-sur-Mer
 
Port Health
Old Town
 
Street Old city
dark Street
 
Baroque church St. Michael
St. Peter's Chapel, decorated by Cocteau
 
Citadel
Port de la Darse
 
The craft market
Volti Museum
  
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
Day
Night
Min. 2°C - Max. 7°C
Thursday 16 February
Day
Night
Min. 1°C - Max. 9°C
Friday 17 February
Day
Night
Min. 1°C - Max. 10°C
RESTAURANTS 
Au petit gari
Nice
Au Petit Gari, was established in 2003 is the reference fun place to meet friends, lovers or to work in complete indulgence. The Authentic cuisine Marc Chevalier will take you to a...
Located 2.6 km from Villefranche-sur-MerFrom 25 € to 35 € per person 
Frites city
Nice
Based on fast food French fries prepared on site. Accompaniments like sausages, kebabs, burgers and mussels. Specialty Belgian beers.
Located 3 km from Villefranche-sur-MerFrom 5 € to 15 € per person 
La Taverne Alsacienne  
9.5
Nice
La Taverne Alsacienne... A good table Nice. The Alsatian Tavern, a table of the South. More recently, the Taverne grown Alsatian flavors other than those that made his reputation. Without...
Located 3.3 km from Villefranche-sur-MerFrom 25 € to 60 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Villa kilauea  
Nice
Our guest house is located on the hills in the heart of Nice on the French Riviera, only a few minutes drive from the Promenade des Anglais and beaches. Our Villa widely open to the...
Located 3.6 km from Villefranche-sur-MerFrom 120 € to 150 € the double room 
Le castel enchante    
9.4
Nice
Situated on the upper part of the town, this pretty turn-of-the -century Italianate house is only a few minutes from the city center and the seaside. Swimming-pool, parking. Charming...
Located 5.5 km from Villefranche-sur-Mer110 € the double room 
Villa Lou Fabroun    
9.5
Nice
An air campaign in the city.. The villa Lou Fabroun with a large garden is situated in a quiet area of ​​Nice. A 5 minutes walk from the sea, La Promenade des Anglais and transport...
Located 6.1 km from Villefranche-sur-MerFrom 90 € to 110 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Beaulieu lumin appart 4 pers parc mer
Beaulieu-sur-Mer
Bright apartment of 90m² residential in private park near the sea. Two large rooms with balcony, bathroom WC, lounge-dining room, kitchen equipped, gas heating: price depending on periods...
Located 1.7 km from Villefranche-sur-MerFrom 600 € to 750 € per week 
Locations appartements dans villa  
8.8
Nice
2 room apartment in a villa 40 m ² with terrace and parking in the property. 180 ° panoramic view over the city of Nice and the sea. American kitchen, living room with sofa bed for...
Located 1.9 km from Villefranche-sur-MerFrom 350 € to 500 € per week 
Christiane & Roland neri
Nice
Apartment 100 m from the port of Nice renovated in 2010 character decoration, air conditioning, double glazing, kitchen with terrace and pergola, two televisions, computers, wifi. At...
Located 2.1 km from Villefranche-sur-MerFrom 380 € to 680 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping caravaning saint paul  
Saint-Paul-de-Vence
caravaningsaintpaul.fr. caravaningstpaul@aol.com. At the foot of the medieval village world famous for its artists, its museums and galleries, a large green park and a valley ensoleillée....
Located 15.2 km from Villefranche-sur-MerFrom 17 € to 20 € per day 
Parc des Maurettes    
8.5
Villeneuve-Loubet
Calm and relaxation in a nice and shadowy site **** free : spa facilities (2 relaxing spas - 1 swimming spa - sauna - terrace) **** internet receipt on every pitch (Wifi) and internet...
Located 16.7 km from Villefranche-sur-MerFrom 17 € to 25.50 € per day 
Camping Au Vallon Rouge    
8.4
La Colle-sur-Loup
Ideally situated in the golden traiangle between Cannes, Nice and Grasse-Saint Paul de Vence, Between the sea and the mountains, 9 km from the coast, come and enjoy the green, shaddy...
Located 17.1 km from Villefranche-sur-Mer 

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HOTELS
Hôtel Le Versailles     
7.7
Villefranche-sur-Mer
Ideally located in scenic Villefranche-sur-Mer, between Nice and Monaco, Hotel Le Versailles offers stunning views and a heated swimming pool. Each of Hotel Le Versailles’ rooms is...
Located in Villefranche-sur-MerRoom from 130 €
Welcome Hotel     
8.7
Villefranche-sur-Mer
The Welcome Hotel is situated in Villefranche-sur-Mer between Nice and Monte-Carlo. It offers air-conditioned rooms with a balcony overlooking Cap Ferrat Bay. Le Wine Pier, the Welcome’s...
Located in Villefranche-sur-MerRoom from 94 €
Résidence Pierre & Vacances l'Ange Gardien     
6.2
Villefranche-sur-Mer
This Pierre & Vacances residence has an outdoor swimming pool and terrace overlooking the sea in Villefranche-Sur-Mer. It is a 6-kilometre drive from Nice and 300 metres from the beach....
Located in Villefranche-sur-MerRoom from 47 €

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