Spotlight on French Riviera Real Estate

One of the most prominent areas amongst Handsome Properties clients is centered on the French Riviera. This area is also referred to by the French term, Côte d’Azur and includes many wonderful sites and homes. The French Riviera has always attracted tourists, from writers and artists of the 20^th century to the gamblers and partiers of the 1920’s.

Today tourists travel from around the world to be drenched in the wonderful sunlight and fun that is the Côte d’Azur. Since the area is so vast here are a few must-do activities to ensure a wonderful trip to France.

French Riviera Real Estate Highlights

Roquebrune-Cap-Martin is one of the most unique cities in France. Situated between Menton and Monaco, it seems to have two completely different cities in one. Roquebrune is an old medieval hilltop village; perfect for relaxation, while Cap Martin is one of the chic-est areas on the Riviera, perfect for shopping and dining. While these areas are perfect for families and more of a relaxed feel, it would not be a trip to the Riviera without visiting one of the most famous Casino’s in the world, the Monte Carlo. The casino itself is a perfect reflection of luxury living, attracting some of the most powerful people in the world.

If you want to visit somewhere more down-to-earth though, Nice is one of the most popular cities on the Riviera. The site that you cannot miss in Nice is the Cours Saleya, where a market from Tuesday to Saturday lines the streets with every imaginable fruits, vegetables and flowers.

Overall the French Riviera, or Côte d’Azur, is not a location you can miss when traveling France.