Menton is situated on the far south eastern coast of France and is the last town before you skip across the border into Italy. It's a small town and an old town with a history that has seen it bounced between French and Italian ownership via the way of the Grimaldi family and Monaco.
The flavour of Menton is decidedly Italian, although it has long since been in the favour of British visitors, and it is the perfect gateway to ease you into Italian culture, cuisine and architecture.
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Menton in numbers
Population
29,266
Number restaurants
140
Number days of sun
316
Distance airport
Nice 42km
Time by road
40 mins
The nearest airport to Menton is Nice Cote d'Azur International airport. The town is well serviced by public transport that is both reliable and regular so it is easily accessible by road, rail and bus links as well as helicopter charter and private boat.
Nestled between the principality of Monaco and the Italian border, framed by the climbing hills of the Alpes Maritimes and the clear waters of the Mediterranean sea Menton has much to offer by way of diversity from neighbouring mountain top villages to the quaint streets of the Old Town. The surrounding mountains mean that Menton has a unique micro climate ensuring its fame as the 'sunniest place on the Cote d'Azur' and its popularity as a year round holiday destination.
Menton in summary
Neighbour east
Ventimiglia, Italy
Neighbour west
Roquebrune
Nearest city
Nice
Nearest airport
Nice Cote d'Azur
Situation
Coastal
The population of Menton is almost 30,000 people putting it on a par, in size, with Monaco. However, as with all the towns dotted along the Cote d'Azur, the population swells significantly in the summer and festival months to almost 80,000 so it has a very vibrant and lively atmosphere.
Menton began as an Italian town and that is very much still in evidence in the architecture, the cuisine and the feel of the town, it is quite unique from other French towns. Many restaurants maintain an Italian influence and there is a certain 'je ne sais quoi' to this French town that remains very Italian. Menton is also twinned with Baden-Baden, Germany, Namur, Belgium and Valencia, Spain.
Renting Holiday Accommodation in Menton
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Situated on the peaceful cape of Roquebrune Cap Martin, this apartment is in a luxury residence surrounded by parkland, with a pool on site, ideal for children. It has its own private terrace, garden and garage and is near to Roquebrune town and beaches.
French Riviera : apartment to rent in Menton. Convenient accomodations in Menton - Monaco. Spacious rental holiday home with Provencal character located in the heart of Menton residential area. Special offers for last minute bookings. Breathless sea view.
Located in the old town, this studio apartment is modern, while tastefully preserving traditional features. A peaceful haven close to the beach, Promenade and Basilica, and a short walk to the train station and Menton town centre.
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