Mougins
Mougins, a medieval village, is perched on the hills overlooking the bay of Cannes and the Lérins islands, it is surrounded by beautiful countryside which extends until Grasse to the north. You will enjoy wondering through the narrow streets of this typical provencal village, discovering its fountains, Art galleries, and charming stone village houses the sight of them so welcoming to the visitor.
Mougins is an ideal place to enjoy a nice meal, you will find a wide choice of restaurants among some famous one’s like ” Le moulin de Mougins” run by Roger Verger.
In the past famous artists used to live in and around Mougins, among them Pablo Picasso, Francis Picabia, and Jean Cocteau. More recently Edith Piaf and Jacques Brel lived there.
Surrounding the heart of the village are some beautiful villas amidst splendid mediterranean gardens. Golf amateurs will appreciate the Royal Mougins Golf Club, one of the best courses in the area. You can therefore enjoy a country side life near the sea and the busy town of Cannes. Access to Nice International Airport is very practical putting Mougins at about 30 minutes from the airport.