French Riviera corniches
The three corniches between Nice and Menton, Èze above the sea, and art villages behind Antibes.
- Distance
- 56 km (35 mi)
- Driving
- 0 h 46 min
- Suggested days
- 2
- Stops
- 5
- Countries
- France
- Updated
- August 1, 2026
At a glance: 2-day road trip of about 56 km (35 mi) with 5 stops, from Antibes to Menton. About 0 h 46 min of driving in total.
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Route description
Antibes has old ramparts on the sea, a harbour full of yachts and a Picasso museum in the Château Grimaldi. Inland, Saint-Paul-de-Vence is a walled hill village of galleries, with the Fondation Maeght nearby; it is small and busy, so park below the village.
Nice is next, with the Promenade des Anglais, the old town and the views from Castle Hill. From Nice three corniche roads run east to Menton at different heights: the lower corniche along the sea, the middle corniche (M6007) and the grand corniche high above.
The middle corniche passes Èze, a medieval village clinging to a rock 400 m above the sea, with a cactus garden at the top. Beyond Monaco, the road reaches Menton, a warm town known for lemons and gardens, right next to the Italian border.
Traffic and parking are the main challenges on the Riviera, and many towns restrict motorhome parking, so use campsites or aires inland and travel by train or bus along the coast. Spring and autumn are more relaxed than July and August.
Stop-by-stop itinerary
In driving order. Distances are estimates between consecutive stops.
- 1Start
Antibes
France - 216 km
Saint-Paul-de-Vence
France - 314 km
Nice
France - 410 km
Èze village
ViewsÈze, FranceA medieval village clinging to a rock 400 m above the sea, with a cactus garden at the top.
- 515 km
Menton
France
Suggested stages and overnight stops
2 days, split by driving time. Campsites from OpenStreetMap: check opening dates before you go.
- Day 1: Antibes → Nice · 30 km · 0 h 25 minOn the way: Saint-Paul-de-Vence.Overnight nearby, for example: L'Hippodrome (13 km); Parc des Maurettes (14 km).
- Day 2: Nice → Menton · 25 km · 0 h 21 minOn the way: Èze village.Overnight nearby, for example: Por La Mar (6 km); Camping Roma (9 km).
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, July–August and November. July and August are the busiest months: book campsites early.
Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons
Practical notes for the road
- France: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autoroutes; the limit drops to 110 km/h in rain. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
Road rules and fees change. Check official sources before you travel.
FAQs
How long is French Riviera corniches?
2-day road trip of about 56 km (35 mi) with 5 stops, from Antibes to Menton. About 0 h 46 min of driving in total.
How many days do you need for French Riviera corniches?
We suggest 2 days: about 0 h 46 min of driving, which leaves time for the stops.
Where does French Riviera corniches start and end?
It starts in Antibes and ends in Menton.
Which countries does French Riviera corniches pass through?
France.
Where can you camp along French Riviera corniches?
OpenStreetMap lists 64 campsites and motorhome stopovers within 20 km of the stops on this route. For example: Camping Du Pylone, Camping Vieille Ferme and Parc des Maurettes.
When is the best time for French Riviera corniches?
The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, July–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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