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Hiking and scuba diving are among the many activities in this coastal town with sandy beaches at the core of the Côte d’Azur.

Experience a quieter, less-developed side of the Côte d\'Azur in this old-world fishing village, which offers a variety of coastal sightseeing and activities.

See the ocean from multiple angles in this medieval seafaring city, which features beaches, an aquarium, a maritime museum and one of Europe’s largest marinas.

See the ocean from multiple angles in this medieval seafaring city, which features beaches, an aquarium, a maritime museum and one of Europe’s largest marinas.

Biarritz’s central beach is an ideal place for family-friendly activities, leisurely walks, surfing and sweeping views of the city’s major landmarks.

Follow the world’s billionaires to the French Mediterranean’s eastern coast, which features lavish resort towns, remote island beaches and beautiful sea views.

This fabulous stretch of coastal walkway provides visitors with a stunning view across the Bay of Angels and access to the many beaches along the way.

This fabulous stretch of coastal walkway provides visitors with a stunning view across the Bay of Angels and access to the many beaches along the way.

See the ancient fort where the Man in the Iron Mask was imprisoned when you tour this picturesque island off the coast of Cannes.

With its sultry heat and relaxed Mediterranean lifestyle, this coastal city is a magnet for the rich and famous as well as holidaymakers and weekend breakers.

Spend the afternoon enhancing your tan on La Rochelle’s largest beach, before viewing the lavish yachts in the port.

Experience a quieter, less-developed side of the Côte d\'Azur in this old-world fishing village, which offers a variety of coastal sightseeing and activities.

Experience a quieter, less-developed side of the Côte d\'Azur in this old-world fishing village, which offers a variety of coastal sightseeing and activities.

Be inspired, like France’s great artists before you, by the white cliffs, bays and inlets of this national park as you hike or paddle through it.

See the ocean from multiple angles in this medieval seafaring city, which features beaches, an aquarium, a maritime museum and one of Europe’s largest marinas.

This fabulous stretch of coastal walkway provides visitors with a stunning view across the Bay of Angels and access to the many beaches along the way.

See the ocean from multiple angles in this medieval seafaring city, which features beaches, an aquarium, a maritime museum and one of Europe’s largest marinas.

Enjoy safe swimming, leisurely walks with superb coastal scenery, visits to an aquarium and excellent dining at Biarritz’s historic harbor.

Experience a quieter, less-developed side of the Côte d\'Azur in this old-world fishing village, which offers a variety of coastal sightseeing and activities.

Appreciate Mediterranean beaches, Alpine skiing, fine wines and cheeses, and some of the world’s most celebrated cities in this Western European country.

With its sultry heat and relaxed Mediterranean lifestyle, this coastal city is a magnet for the rich and famous as well as holidaymakers and weekend breakers.

Lavender fields and rolling hills may symbolize this region, but the area’s Mediterranean coast and French Alps are just as worthy of a visit.