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The Cave of Saint Cézaire is situated only 15 minutes away from Grasse which is easily accessible, offering a detailed tour of the findings underneath to all of its visitors in all languages possible. A 40 meters underground cave of approximately 200 meters length in a setting with a temperature of 15°C, ideal for a […]
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If you are making a multi-day trip to Saint Jean Cap Ferrat, you should think about driving to nearby Beaulieu sur Mer and visiting the beautiful early 20th century Villa Kerylos. This magnificent building was built between 1902 and 1908 by architect Emmanuel Pontremoli, inspired by Greek buildings from the first century BC. The construction […]
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If you are staying in Saint Jean Cap Ferrat for several days and feel that you have already explored all that this beautiful peninsula has to offer, be sure to take a trip to nearby Beaulieu sur Mer, a small town that will enchant you with its atmosphere and rich history. Despite its small size, […]
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If you have come to Saint Jean Cap Ferrat for more than just lying on the beach and swimming in the sea, you can try the hiking tours to enjoy a walk in the fresh air and learn a thing or two. Pointe Saint-Hospice headland The first walking trail starts at the Jardin de la […]
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The harbour and marina at Saint Jean Cap Ferrat are not just about boats. There is a restaurant right in the old harbour where you can enjoy delicious food such as the traditional French soup bouillabaisse. In addition to the restaurant you can find the Charlie Chaplin auditorium and the Musée des Coquillages (Shell Museum). […]
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The lighthouse on Saint Jean Cap Ferrat is one of the landmarks of the entire peninsula and thanks to its height of 78 meters above sea level, it can be seen from far away. In the 16th century, a fire tower stood on the site of today’s lighthouse to guide ships to the Villefranche wharf […]
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The church of Saint John the Baptist may not seem so interesting at first sight, but it has a beautiful decoration and an annual tradition is connected with it. The original church stood on this site in the 11th century, but it was rebuilt twice during the 19th century and a rectory was added in […]
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There is an interesting legend connected to the chapel of Saint-Hospice. According to the locals, Saint Hospice lived in the tower where the chapel stands today. He repented in order to redeem society from its sins and to worship God. He also caused miraculous healings. After his death in 581, his cult developed in the […]
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If you are interested in the marine world or like to collect shells on the beaches, you should definitely visit the Musée des coquillages (Seashell Museum) during your trip to Saint Jean Cap Ferrat. At the museum, visitors can see the largest collection of shells of the Mediterranean. In total, the museum houses more than […]
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Villa Santo Sospir is a completely unique museum where instead of classic paintings you will find “tattooed walls”. This entire work is a masterpiece of the poet Jean Cocteau, who met Francine Weisweiller (owner of the villa) in 1949 during the filming of Les Enfants Terribles. The following year, Francine invited Jean for a week’s […]
