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A day out in St Tropez
If you are visiting us in Antibes and have a car, a day out in St Tropez is always something worth contemplating. The history of the city...
Bertrand
Feb 20, 20191 min read
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A visit to “Fort Carré” in Antibes
(Version française en bas de page) “Fort Carré” means square fort. Indeed, in the 16th Century, four arrow-shaped bastions were added to...
Lauren
Dec 15, 20181 min read
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Who is Robert Soleau?
(Version française en bas de page) Everyone knows about his eponymous street which links Place Charles de Gaulle to the train station,...
Lauren
Oct 19, 20182 min read
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Lavender of Provence around Antibes
(Version française en bas de page) Lavender is often associated with the Provence region. Indeed, the plant was utilised here as early as...
Lauren
Sep 22, 20181 min read
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The column of Place Nationale in Antibes
(Version française en bas de page) In the heart of Antibes, adjoining the vibrant rue de la République, is a large square with a marble...
Lauren
Sep 15, 20181 min read
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Fruit of Antibes
(Version française en bas de page) Melons, oranges, lemons, limes, apples, pineapples… the variety and quality of fruit that can be found...
Lauren
Aug 18, 20182 min read
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A Brief History of Antibes
(Version française en bas de page) Antibes has always had magnetism- attracting visitors from all over the world throughout the course of...
Alix
Aug 7, 20182 min read
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La Garoupe: an enjoyable walk from Antibes’ city centre
(Version française en bas de page) This may be one of the best strolls to do from the Old Town. At Bastion St André, start walking along...
Bertrand
Jul 31, 20181 min read
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Enjoy the Wine of Provence!
(Version française en bas de page) As in many other regions of France, in Provence you will encounter delicious wines to pair with your...
Bertrand
Jun 24, 20182 min read
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“Les Chênes Verts” Villa in Cap d’Antibes
(Version française en bas de page) I saw this stately home by chance when coming back from Cap d’Antibes. As it drew my attention, I took...
Lauren
Jun 16, 20182 min read
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Another Island near Antibes
(Version française en bas de page) The neighbour of “Ile Sainte Marguerite” is called “Ile Saint Honorat”. Here too, you can walk through...
Lauren
Jun 9, 20181 min read
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Sainte Marguerite Island off Antibes-Juan les Pins
(Version française en bas de page) Just a few minutes by boat from Juan-les-Pins, the eucalyptus and umbrella pine forest of Sainte...
Lauren
Jun 3, 20181 min read
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Architecture in Antibes around 1900
(Version française en bas de page) Towards the end of the 19th century, most of Antibes’ ramparts were knocked down. A new era of...
Lauren
May 12, 20182 min read
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Discover the ancient history of Antibes
Antibes is well known for its ramparts, old streets and “Château Grimaldi”, dating back from the 13th to the 18th century. However, the...
Lauren
Apr 28, 20181 min read
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Antibes’ heritage: the cathedral
(Version française en bas de page) As Easter is coming, it’s a good opportunity to keep in mind Antibes’ Christian heritage. The first...
Lauren
Mar 31, 20181 min read
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