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Azur Menton guide

Menton guide: beaches, food, old town and Riviera day trips

Local notes for planning an easy seaside stay in Menton: what to eat, where to walk, which beaches to choose, and how to explore Monaco, Nice and the Italian Riviera from a central base.

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Illustration of Ventimiglia and Bordighera day trip from Menton

Day trips

Full day/ Italy/ Ventimiglia

Ventimiglia and Bordighera: a day in Italy from Menton

Italy is one train stop from Menton: spend the morning in France, have lunch in Ventimiglia or Bordighera and return before sunset.

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Full day/ mountains/ skiing

From beach to snow: mountain escapes and ski days from Menton

One of Menton's quiet surprises is how quickly the landscape changes: swim in the Mediterranean, then drive into cooler mountains, forest roads, alpine villages and winter snow within reach of the Riviera.

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Flexible/ airport/ transport

How to get to Menton from Nice Airport

Nice Airport is the main gateway for Menton. Train, airport bus, taxi or rental car can all work; the right choice depends on budget, luggage and timing.

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Illustration of day trips from Menton

Day trips

Full day/ Monaco/ Nice

Best day trips from Menton: Monaco, Nice and the Italian Riviera

Menton makes a calm base for Monaco, Nice, hilltop villages and the Italian Riviera: spend the day out, then return to a quieter seafront apartment.

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Practical reference/ Monaco events/ train

Monaco events from Menton: trains, crowds and booking tips

Menton is one of the easiest places to stay for Monaco events: close enough for a quick train ride, but calmer than the Principality during major race, yacht, tennis and gala weekends.

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Golf near Menton and the Riviera hills

Day trips

Full day/ golf/ Monte-Carlo

Golf near Menton: courses, practice clubs and family mini-golf

Menton is not a golf resort town, but it is a useful base for Monte-Carlo Golf Club, Sanremo, compact practice in Nice and easy family mini-golf.

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Easy routes from Menton

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Seasonal events, confirmed dates and planning pages

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Menton and the nearby Riviera have a busy calendar, from the Lemon Festival and summer music to Monaco weekends and Nice events.

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