Cannes egy napban: Útvonal

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 yearsEgyszerűen csillog a csillogástól, miközben a képeslapra illő La Croisette tengerparti sétány és a Belle Epoque épületeinek nagyszerűsége arisztokratikus történelmét tükrözi.

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 Lérins-szigetek. Nem csoda, hogy Cannes a gazdagok és híresek játszóterévé vált.

Below is a one-day itinerary written and verified by locals, and you can also check out our Cannes-i útikalauz 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 Ramatuelle nyáron, ha jelenetet szeretnél).

Most of the beach along the Promenade de la Croisette is divided up into privát strandok with loungers and restaurants. Many are owned by the exclusive hotels in the area, like Miramar Plage , Carlton Beach Club , és La Plage du Martinez . Sétáljon le a tengerparton ezen a területen, és válassza ki azt a helyet, amelyik a legjobban vonzó. Kedvenceink a következők: La Plage du Fesztivál és Odine Plage .

Check out our útmutató a legjobb strandokhoz on the French Riviera and our list of important things to know about these beaches.

Going (Window?) Shopping

Miután jóllakott, forduljon vissza, és tekintse meg a La Croisette utcafrontját. A másik oldalon, a stranddal szemben található a fő bevásárlósétány, elbűvölő haute couture butikjaival. A sétány kendőzetlenül elbűvölő, de ugyanakkor elég laza ahhoz, hogy légies vászon strandruhákban sétáljon az ember. A designer ruhák a legtöbb halandó számára elérhetetlenek, de a séta szabad, az emberek megfigyelése és a luxus utáni vágy pedig páratlan. Cannes-ban minden legsikkesebb és legfényűzőbb üzlet és butik megtalálható, így a vásárlás (és a kirakatnézés) kedvelt időtöltés.

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?

A szárazföld belsejében haladva a Rue d'Antibes fő bevásárlóutca párhuzamosan fut a La Croisette-tel, de néhány háztömbnyire északra. Itt számos designer ruhát, független tervezőket és ékszerüzletet találhat. Főszezonban ez az utca forgalmas, de mindig sok kávézó és borbár található, ahol megpihenhet.

Nézze meg a mi 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.

Tipp: 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.

Az Óváros

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 és a 11. századi Tour du Mont Chevalier őrtorony. A kikötőből emelkedő domb az öbölre néz, és autókkal nem engedélyezett a behajtás. A halászok és családjaik itt építették házaikat, és egy bájos falut hoztak létre, amely tele van kanyargós sikátorokkal, lépcsőkkel és kanyargós utcákkal.

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 Lérins-szigetek az őrtorony tetejéről.

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^thszázadi kastély, ez egy kicsi, de érdekes történelmi és néprajzi múzeum, amely eklektikus tárgyak széles választékát kínálja. Az épület egykor a lérinsi szerzetesek főhadiszállása volt. Ma egy középkori toronyban 19. századi Riviéra tájképi művészetét, hangszereket és néprajzi tárgyakat őriz.

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 the Lérins Islands 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.