Menton

Discover the pretty town of Menton near the border with Italy

Situated in the far south-east of France, close to the Italian border, Menton is at once a garden town, a seaside town and a seaside resort. Menton has been awarded 1st prize in the towns in bloom competition for several years.

An exceptional climate

Its exceptional sunshine and almost subtropical climate favour the cultivation of orange, lemon and palm trees, mimosa and the extraction of rare essential oils. Its many gardens, created with talent, are a real delight and will make you dream.

Superb gardens

Winters are very mild in Menton, and frost is virtually unheard of, so gardeners and landscapers can give free rein (or almost free rein) to their imagination and inspiration in creating the gardens. They are then admirably maintained and pampered by a small army of experienced gardeners.

The marina and old town of Menton

With two marinas, the old port and the coastline, Menton is the perfect place to enjoy the pleasures of the sea and the gentle way of life that reigns here all year round. The old town is well worth a visit, with its beautiful old facades and the atmosphere and charm of yesteryear.

Luxury villas in Garavan

Take a stroll along the port of Garavan (between the old town and the Italian border), where a succession of luxury villas have been built by the notables and upper middle classes who used to come down to the Côte d'Azur to enjoy themselves. Menton (a former possession of the Grimaldis) was a popular holiday destination for royalty. They spent their summers in Menton and enjoyed meeting up with wealthy people.

The Lemon Festival

Don't miss the famous Lemon Festival, which takes over the town for 3 weeks between February and March. Floats built and decorated with citrus fruits and based on a different theme each year parade along the seafront Promenade du Soleil. The Lemon Festival is in full swing, with Brazilian bands, brass bands, folk groups and majorettes, plus a truly enchanting night parade... one of the major events on the Côte d'Azur, and a must-see. The lemon is the emblem of the town of Menton.

Our map of Menton

To find your way around Menton, you can use our interactive map on this page. We have included the various points of interest in Menton's town centre and tourist areas. We have also included our recommendations for accommodation in the town so that you can locate it before booking your stay in Menton.

Our photos of the town

Our team has taken many photos of the town of Menton. You'll find a slideshow of our photos of Menton and its beautiful spots (Palais de Carnolès, Plage des Sablettes, Garavan, marina...) at the bottom of this page.

What to do around Menton

If you're looking for things to do in and around Menton, we recommend these superb guided outings that we've tried out! You'll be sure to have some great memories! Guided tours of the town, cycling or boat trips.