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Menton

Charming French Riviera resort just beyond Monaco with Belle Époque elegance

Curated by Vinod Kumar Jain & Amit Jain · All Frontier Global · free, no login · reviewed 2026-07-05

Things to do

Menton Lemon Festival (Fête du Citron) · Market

Annual February festival celebrating lemons with elaborate citrus sculptures, parades, and regional lemon-based products. Best: February

Menton Old Town (Vieille Ville) · Old Town

Atmospheric medieval medina with narrow alleys, pastel-colored buildings, small piazzas, and harbor views. Best: April to October

Menton Beach and Promenade · Beach

Pebble beach backed by palm-lined promenade with art deco buildings, seafood restaurants, and sea access. Best: June to August

Basilica Saint-Michel-Archange (St. Michael's Church) · Temple

Baroque church (17th-19th centuries) perched above the old town with distinctive yellow tiling and panoramic views. Best: Year-round

Jean Cocteau Museum (Musée Cocteau) · Museum

Waterfront museum housing works and memorabilia of artist-filmmaker Jean Cocteau, housed in a historic fortified bastion. Best: September to June

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