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Alpes Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Azur, France
This department has the famous coastline on the Mediterranean sea, with the well know towns of Cannes, Nice, Antibes, Juan-les-Pins, Antibes and Monaco.
Bordering Italy and the Mediterranean sea.
The coastal resorts dominate the importance of the area, but the back country is also wonderful to explore, with an important mountain region. There is an important production of flowers destined for perfume production.
 Towns and cities
Nice
The city of Nice is the largest along the Provençal coast. It became part of France as late as 1860, finally leaving the hands of the Savoies.
Cyber cafes
Events, expos, festivals
Cannes film feestival
With a very strong tradition in awarding only yhe best in cinema, the Cannes film festival continues to grow in importance and influence. Held once a year, with the awards of a "Palm d'Or", the event is a must for film stars and fans from around the world.
Gites, Bed and breakfast, Chambres hotes
Val du Tignet
Located in a quiet villa between the Provence and the French Riviera and only at 30 minutes away from the sea.
Tourisme, travel, information
Antibes
Local information and photos.
Saint Tropez
Famous for many things, from film stars to sun and sand, the village of Saint Tropez still holds to its ledgends. Hot summer nights, yachts and that cetain French way of doing it.
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