Sun, sand, sea! What are best cities to live on French Riviera's Côte d'Azur?
2023-06-11
The Côte d'Azur is located in south of France, on Mediterranean coast, is famous for its beautiful coastline and many beautiful seaside resort towns, belongs to Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur is located in southeast of France, bordered by Italy in east and bordered by Mediterranean Sea in south. There are 4 public universities in region: University of Aix-Marseille, University of Côte d'Azur, University of Toulon and University of Avignon.
Contains 6 provinces by mountains and sea: Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Hautes-Alpes, Alpes-Maritimes, Bouches-du-Rhone, Var and Vaucluse.
Le Figaro compared cities between Hyères and Menton based on about thirty indicators such as safety, environment, pollution, traffic, real estate, leisure, shopping, services. Quality of life in 80 cities.
Rating of 80 cities of Côte d'Azur in terms of quality of life:
The darker blue part of city, higher quality of life, and therefore more livable:
TOP 1 Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Among 80 cities and towns, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat ranks 5th for traffic conditions, 5th for quality of leisure, 13th for health and wellness, and 80th for index security. First.
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat is located in Alpes-Maritimes in southeastern part of France, covers an area of about 2.5 square kilometers and has a population of about 1,600 people.
It adjoins Nice and Monaco on east and west sides, leaning against Alps and facing Mediterranean Sea. Looking down from plane, you will find that island is covered with flowers, palm trees, olive trees and pine forests at foot of Alps.
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, located near sea, with a mild climate and beautiful nature, has become one of favorite vacation spots of wealthy in Europe.
Stretching along a peninsula, this city has an upscale residential area, Chemin de Saint-Auspie. Compared to luxurious residential areas of city, Chemin de Saint-Auspie is more hidden and discreet. There are not many luxury houses in this area, but almost every complex overlooks Paloma beach and blue sea.
At same time, island's lush vegetation also creates a safe and private space for a mansion that has attracted many European royalty and front-line Hollywood stars.
TOP 2 Londe-le-Maure
It ranks third in traffic conditions, mainly due to its proximity to Toulon-Hyères Airport (l'aéroport de Toulon-Hyères), in terms of health and wellness - 6th, and in safety index - 8th -mu.
Economic dynamism ranks 34th thanks to a thriving tourism industry and busy port, as well as a developed wine industry.
Lalonde-le-Mourle is a city in Vars, France, covering an area of 79.29 sq. km with a population of about 10,170 people. Situated on Côte d'Azur in port of Hyères, famous for its beaches, golf courses and port, this city is one of largest accommodation cities in Var department.
TOP 3 Saint-Jeannet
Ranked 3rd in safety index and 15th in environment.
Saint-Jeans is located in Alpes-Maritimes in southeastern France, with an area of 14.58 square kilometers and a population of about 4,000 people.
There is a very convenient transport interchange, just a few kilometers from western entrance to Nice and international airport. From top of mountain, more than 700 meters high, a 240-degree panorama of entire coast opens up.
TOP 4 Blausask
Blausask is located in Alpes-Maritimes in southeastern France, 18 km northeast of Nice and a 30-minute drive from beaches of Côte d'Azur.
Traveling along roads of Maritime Alps, you will find all sorts of treasures: churches, chapels, old houses, manors, castles...
Besides this, there are other outdoor activities, for example, you can enjoy surroundings while riding or take a tree climbing course for a safe and exciting experience.
TOP 5 La Turbie
Located in Alpes-Maritimes in southeastern part of France, it is strategically located between Nice and Menton, offering a beautiful view over Monaco from above.
Visitors can admire medieval walls, Baroque St. Michael's Church, Roman fountain, alley and archways... and of course famous Trophy of Augustus.