The roadstead of Villefranche-sur-Mer

Founded in the 14th century, Villefranche was both a major trading port and a fishing port.

Today, the seaside town still has a small local fishing industry.

However, its formidable sheltered harbour is mainly used as a landing point for numerous cruise ships.

The peak season is between June and September.

The harbour at Villefranche-sur-Mer is a superb place, with breathtaking views in places!

Framed by Mont Boron to the south-west, the harbour meets the beautiful beaches of Villefranche and Les Marinières.

To the east, the bay ends at the prestigious peninsula of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.

To kick off your visit to beautiful Villefranche, treat yourself to a delicious brunch to share on the old port.

🍴 ⏰ Among the various addresses, make yourself comfortable at Achill's bar-restaurant. For breakfast, the bar is open from 9am.

As a bonus, the rooftop welcomes you every evening from 6pm to 1am for an unforgettable dinner or drink overlooking the small fishing port.

Next, take a stroll through the narrow streets of Villefranche-sur-Mer's old town centre. The beautifully coloured facades brighten up the heart of the small town.

⛪ The church of Saint-Michel and the chapel of Saint-Pierre are well worth a visit.

Chapelle Saint-Pierre was decorated by Jean Cocteau, and the interior and exterior frescoes are remarkable.

Towards the south of the port is the Villefranche citadel. It has a pleasant museum to discover.

The Fondation-musée Volti exhibits sculptures by the artist (admission charge).

For your afternoon, choose from one of the various activities on offer:

• 🥾 Sea walks to admire the sumptuous setting of the harbour from the sea

• 🗺️ Guided tours are offered by the tourist office throughout the year.

⛵ Diving, stand-up paddle, sailboat hire- there's plenty of choice for sea lovers.

⭐ Le Villefranche Sur Mer One Bed is a flat rental located in the heart of Villefranche's colourful alleyways. The port is just a 5-minute walk away!

🛌 The flat offers a surface area of 40 m², it has in particular a separate bedroom, designed for 2 people.

🍴 Completely renovated, the flat is modern and bright. The kitchenette is fully equipped, perfect for a short stay in the city.

🌊 From the main window in the living room, the view is superb over the city and the Mediterranean Sea...

🚗 Finally, please note that there is no parking, you will need to park your car in town (paid parking).