Articles — Menton

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  Sea Days in Menton: sails, dolphins and a beach clean

  At the end of August Menton traditionally becomes a focal point for those concerned about the fate of the Mediterranean Sea. On 28 and 29 August 2026 the seventh festival "Sea Days", organised by the French Riviera community, will take place on the [Esplanade des Sablettes](/en/articles/the-sablett-

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  Why the water at Sablettes beach in Menton turned green

  Since the start of summer the water in the Sablettes bay in Menton has been taking on an unusual green colour. The cause is a microalga that is actively reproducing in the enclosed bay. It is not dangerous to people, but the authorities are already implementing temporary measures and preparing to re

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  Riviera summer evenings: roller disco, jazz and readings

  The end of July 2026 offered a clear picture of what an evening on the Côte d'Azur looks like: a free roller-disco at Nice's cultural centre, an open-air concert by five-time Grammy winner Angélique Kidjo in Mandelieu, a reading of Fitzgerald at a villa above the sea in Cap d'Ail and Gershwin by the

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  Literary Debut of Menton: How the City of Lemons Opened Doors for Riviera Authors

  On July 18, 2026, under the arches of the Les Sablettes yacht club in Menton, an event awaited by local book lovers took place - the first Salon of Authors of the French Riviera. Ten writers from Nice to Tende presented their works, from novels to children's literature. The event was organized by th

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  Beaches of Menton: Temporary Solutions and Long-Term Plans in the Midst of the Summer Season

  ![photo 2026 07 06 18.42.36](Image file_uuid="019f3850-7411-7e49-bd9b-51b41f617d11" alt="Beaches of Menton: Temporary Solutions and Long-Term Plans in the Midst of the Summer Season")

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  The Girl with the Dove: How a Resident of Menton Ended Up in the Centre of Monaco's Royal Wedding

  In the spring of 1956, ten-year-old Michelle Girolle stood in the courtyard of the Prince's Palace of Monaco with a white dove in her hands. In a moment, she handed the bird to Grace Kelly — the future Princess of Monaco, and she kissed the girl on the cheek. This scene, captured in photographs, wil

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  The Sablètt Beach in Menton: Italian Charm on the French Riviera

  Just a few steps from the Italian border, the Sablètt Beach in Menton captivates with a Dolce Vita atmosphere. This 350-metre strip of fine pebbles, framed by colourful facades of the old town, offers a unique view of the Italian mountains. After a recent reconstruction, new restaurants have appeare

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  Micro-Adventures on the French Riviera: Rediscovering the Riviera

  The French Riviera is not just glamorous beaches and festivals. Local guides offer "micro-adventures" - short routes where you can see the hidden corners of Provence. In a few hours, you will hike along mountain trails above Menton, discover secret coves in Antibes, or taste herbs from alpine meadow