Κάννες σε μια μέρα: Δρομολόγιο

We all know this “timeless” city in southern France for its links to celebrities and billionaires. Basking in the sun, this is a city that the rich and famous have been coming to for over 150 years. Απλώς αστράφτει από γοητεία, ενώ το μεγαλείο της τέλειας ακτογραμμής περιπάτου της La Croisette και των κτηρίων Belle Epoque αντικατοπτρίζει την αριστοκρατική ιστορία της.

There’s more to Cannes than the red carpets and celebrities that attract many to this cosmopolitan place in France. Cannes mixes tradition and modernity in a mesmerizing way that entices many, from sheiks to the nouveau-riche, to come and see its beauty.

Cannes has an abundance of gourmet restaurants with terraces spilling onto the street, and swanky beach clubs serving delicious cocktails under the sun. In the summer, your can charter a yacht to the nearby Νησιά Lérins. Δεν είναι περίεργο που οι Κάννες έχουν γίνει η παιδική χαρά των πλουσίων και των διάσημων.

Below is a one-day itinerary written and verified by locals, and you can also check out our Ταξιδιωτικός οδηγός στις Κάννες for more about Cannes.

Croisette & Lunch on the Beach

The first thing you’ll want to do when visiting Cannes is to take in the famous La Croisette, the seaside walking promenade lined with beach restaurants on one side, and designer boutiques and 5-star hotels on the other. The two-kilometer stretch of golden sand and boardwalk known as the Promenade de la Croisette is lined with palms and follows the whole curve of its picturesque beach. Here, Belle Époque façades shine bright white in the summer light, as ladies of a certain age dangle designer leashes attached to miniature poodles. It’s the glamorous spot to see and be seen.

If you’re looking forward to relaxing next to the sea, a sandy private beach in Cannes is the perfect spot to do so. The beaches along the Croisette of Cannes are not dissimilar to Saint-Tropez’s famous beach clubs — but these are open in the winter and have the advantage of being across the street from high-end shopping and hotels. Cannes is the best place on the French Riviera for private beaches (aside from Ραματουέλ το καλοκαίρι, αν θέλετε μια σκηνή).

Most of the beach along the Promenade de la Croisette is divided up into ιδιωτικές παραλίες with loungers and restaurants. Many are owned by the exclusive hotels in the area, like Μιραμάρ Πλαζ , Κλαμπ Κάρλτον Μπιτς , και Λα Πλαζ ντι Μαρτίνεθ Περπατήστε στην παραλία σε αυτήν την περιοχή και διαλέξτε το σημείο που σας αρέσει περισσότερο. Τα αγαπημένα μας είναι: Η Πλατεία του Φεστιβάλ και Οντίν Πλαζ .

Check out our οδηγός για τις καλύτερες παραλίες on the French Riviera and our list of important things to know about these beaches.

Going (Window?) Shopping

Μόλις χορτάσετε, γυρίστε και μπείτε στην πλευρά του δρόμου της La Croisette. Στην άλλη πλευρά, απέναντι από την παραλία, βρίσκεται ο κεντρικός εμπορικός πεζόδρομος, με τις λαμπερές μπουτίκ υψηλής ραπτικής. Η λωρίδα είναι αδιαμφισβήτητα λαμπερή αλλά είναι και αρκετά χαλαρή για να περπατήσετε με αέρινα λινά ρούχα παραλίας. Το swag των σχεδιαστών δεν είναι προσβάσιμο από τους περισσότερους θνητούς, αλλά το περπάτημα είναι δωρεάν και η παρακολούθηση των ανθρώπων και η πολυτέλεια είναι απαράμιλλη. Όλα τα κομψά και πολυτελή καταστήματα και μπουτίκ έχουν παρουσία στις Κάννες, κάνοντας τα ψώνια (και τα βιτρίνα) αγαπημένη δραστηριότητα.

If you’re hungry for a refuel (or a Café Crème), set back beyond a cluster of palm trees and rosebushes you’ll find the gleaming white temples to Celine and Giorgio Armani, complete with a casual café out front. How does vegetarian lasagna with parmesan fondue and basilic cream sound? It may put you in the mood to splurge on something to act like you belong there. Diamond-encrusted Rolex, anyone?

Συνεχίζοντας στην ενδοχώρα, η κύρια εμπορική περιοχή της Rue d'Antibes βρίσκεται παράλληλα με τη La Croisette, αλλά λίγα τετράγωνα βόρεια. Εδώ, μπορείτε να βρείτε μια σειρά από ρούχα επώνυμων ετικετών, indie σχεδιαστές και καταστήματα κοσμημάτων. Στην υψηλή περίοδο, αυτός ο δρόμος είναι πολυσύχναστος, αλλά υπάρχουν πάντα πολλά καφέ και wine bar για να κάνετε ένα διάλειμμα.

Ρίξτε μια ματιά στο δικό μας guide to shopping on La Croisette (and nearby) in Cannes to complete this section of your itinerary.

The Old Port

The Old Port is near Gare Maritime (the Marine Railway Station), and Saint-Pierre Quay, which opened in 1838. Located at the foot of the historic district, the port is surrounded by colorful facades, a chateau, and old “pointus” (fishing boats with pointed bows). Grab a croissant and espresso at a café by the water, and spend some time taking photos.

In the small square on the Vieux (old) Port you’ll find an art and antiques market on weekends (until 5:30pm). In the mornings the colorful Marché aux Fleurs (flower market) is held here. The indoor Marché Forville is also only a block away, if you want to pick up a bag of locally-grown olives or some cheese. Afterward, grab a coffee in its café-lined square.

Υπόδειξη: Avoid Rue Meynadier , which invites you in with large signs, but is a run-down tourist trap lined with no-chef cafes and shops selling cheap junk from China.

Η Παλιά Πόλη

Next, you will discover the city’s old quarter –Le Suquet– famous for its winding cobbled lanes with charming restaurants, shops, and boutiques. It is on top of the hills past the port and dates back to the medieval ages. Locals call it Mont-Marte.

Before Cannes was discovered by the rich and famous it was a small fishing village that centered on Mont Chevalier with its historic Church of Suquet και το παρατηρητήριο Tour du Mont Chevalier του 11ου αιώνα. Ανηφορίζοντας από το λιμάνι, ο λόφος έχει θέα στον κόλπο και τα αυτοκίνητα δεν επιτρέπονται. Οι ψαράδες και οι οικογένειές τους έχτισαν τα σπίτια τους εδώ και δημιούργησαν ένα γοητευτικό χωριό γεμάτο σοκάκια, σκάλες και δαιδαλώδεις δρόμους.

Today you can indulge in the local atmosphere here and if you visit in the early morning or later in the evening you get a real sense of the community that is as strong as it ever was. Don’t miss its narrow old staircases, pleasant courtyards, interesting historical remains, and little local shops. This area offers excellent views and the Old World charm in a picturesque hillside setting. There is a beautiful panoramic view of the beach and the bay all the way to the Νησιά Lérins από την κορυφή της σκοπιάς.

Our Lady of Hope

Eglise Notre-Dame de l’Espérance , built at the highest point of the old town (Le Suquet), is the most important church in Cannes. Sitting right next to the castle, this 16th-century church is in the Provençal Gothic style.

It contains a remarkable Madonna of the 17th century on the high altar. The peaceful interior and inspirational highs of its Gothic vaulting strike visitors when entering the church. The church has a Renaissance porch and a large organ, which was installed in 1857. There is also an ancient cemetery dating from the 16th century.

In July the square in front of the church is lit and becomes a magical outdoor venue for the Nuits Musicales du Suquet, a classical festival of music with a week’s showing under the stars.

The Museum in the Castle

The Museé de la Castre is just a lovely 10-minute walk up a hill from the old port, and right next to The Notre-Dame de l’Espérance. Within a quaint 11^ουΤο κάστρο του αιώνα, αυτό είναι ένα μικρό αλλά περίεργο ιστορικό και εθνογραφικό μουσείο που φιλοξενεί μια σειρά από εκλεκτικά αντικείμενα. Το κτίριο ήταν κάποτε η έδρα των μοναχών του Lérins. Τώρα διαθέτει τέχνη τοπίων της Ριβιέρα του 19ου αιώνα, μουσικά όργανα και εθνογραφικά αντικείμενα σε έναν μεσαιωνικό πύργο.

It houses a surprisingly varied collection of weaponry, paintings by local artists, ethnic artifacts, and ceramics with something of interest for everyone. Teens especially will love learning more about centuries-past warfare while adults might enjoy exploring the remarkable objects from various continents.

The castle gives a superb view of Cannes from the Tour du Suquet, the medieval watchtower. You may also catch a live music performance in its garden. You can climb the former to enjoy panoramic views of Cannes, including the bay, the Croisette and τα νησιά Λερίν and visit the latter to explore a wonderful collection of musical instruments from all around the world.

And then…

If you have time for dinner, head back to the beach or indulge in a prix-fixe menu and a bottle of Krug Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs at a 5-star hotel’s restaurant.