Cannes, the city of stars on the French Riviera

Une capitale du septième art aux multiples attraits.

Today, Cannes is no longer the fishing village as it was before! The capital of cinema is known worldwide for its trade fairs but also for its prestigious luxury hotels (Le Martinez, le Carlton...) frequented by film stars and other wealthy tourists. Cannes, it is the famous Palais des Festivals which rolls out the red carpet every year for the stars of world cinema.

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When referring to Cannes, locals like to say: “Qui li ven li vieù” ("Whoever goes there, lives there").

This motto couldn’t be more appropriate!
Indeed, Cannes instantly exudes charm and wins over anyone passing through. Its private and public beaches, its sunshine, its countless cafés and luxury stores no doubt have something to do with it!
In addition, Cannes is located near the îles de Lérins: Sainte-Marguerite (Lero) and Saint-Honorat (Lerina) are real havens of peace in which time appears to stand still. You will appreciate the peace and quiet and protected environment. It is in the Fort de Sainte-Marguerite that was imprisoned the infamous Man in the Iron Mask, the identity of whom is still disputed by historians.

A historic district

Above all, don’t forget to visit Le Suquet, the historic quarter from which the town emerged in the first century BC when the Ligurians chose to found the town on this promontory. During your getaway in Cannes, you will have the opportunity to admire the painted walls that are part of the town's heritage. These frescoes depict the mythical actors of film (Tati, Chaplin, Marilyn Monroe, Harold Lloyd etc.).
When the night falls, the town reveals more of its unexpected charms: the many pyrotechnic festivals and the famous Plages Electroniques will keep night owls happy.

Cannes, more than the City of Cinema!

Right next to the Palais des festivals and its legendary red-carpeted 24 steps, is the Chemin des Etoiles where you can admire hand casts of the big names of the world of cinema. No need to go to Hollywood Boulevard: Georges Lucas, Sophia Loren, Meryl Streep and Luc Besson are right in front of you, holding out their hand!

Despite its 130 hotels and 3 million tourists a year, Cannes is more than the star-studded world of show business and high-end stores. The Old Port and the Allées de la Liberté are also perfect places for a quiet stroll. If it appeals to you, you can chat with the petanque players, take in the scents of the flower market, hunt for bargains in a flea market or watch the traditional boats, the “pointus”, enter the port after a day of fishing. But for those who prefer shopping or window-shopping, the rue d'Antibes is an unmissable spot for adding to your wardrobe!