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The third-largest city in the Alpes-Maritimes, <\/span>Cagnes-sur-Mer<\/b> embodies the gentle way of life so characteristic of the French Riviera. Nestled between Nice and Antibes, the town appeals as much to history enthusiasts as to those seeking Mediterranean relaxation. From the <\/span>Motel Ascot<\/b>, ideally located on the seafront, you will find it easy to set out and discover the many facets of this destination with its discreet, authentic charm.<\/span><\/p>\n Cagnes-sur-Mer is built around three emblematic districts, each with a strong identity: <\/span>Haut-de-Cagnes<\/b>, a hilltop medieval village; <\/span>Cros-de-Cagnes<\/b>, a former fishing quarter facing the sea; and the town centre, lively with its shops and markets. This diversity makes Cagnes-sur-Mer a popular stop on the Riviera, combining heritage, lifestyle, and seaside pleasures.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” background_image=”https:\/\/www.motelascot.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/galet-beige.svg” background_size=”custom” background_image_width=”64%” background_position=”center_left” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-secondary-color%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}” sticky_enabled=”0″ background_last_edited=”on|phone” background_image_width_phone=”90%” background_image_height_phone=”34%” background_horizontal_offset_phone=”10%” background_position_phone=”center_left”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1480px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Just a short walk from Motel Ascot, the heart of <\/span>Cros-de-Cagnes<\/b><\/a> reveals its seaside, down-to-earth character, deeply rooted in local maritime history. This former fishing quarter, among the most active in the early 20th century, has preserved a village atmosphere while gradually opening up to tourism.<\/span><\/p>\n The <\/span>Promenade de la Plage<\/b>, developed and inaugurated in 2007, stretches along the Baie des Anges. It offers an ideal setting for a walk or bike ride by the sea. Restaurants, ice-cream parlours, and caf\u00e9s line the waterfront, while summer events and night markets create a friendly, family atmosphere. Motel Ascot, located in the heart of this beautiful promenade, is the ideal base for a seaside stay.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.motelascot.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Plage-galet.jpg” title_text=”Pebble beach” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1480px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.motelascot.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Cros-de-Cagnes.jpg” alt=”Cros-de-Cagnes, a village near Cagnes-sur-Mer” title_text=”Cros-de-Cagnes” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n In Cagnes-sur-Mer, pebble beaches stretch along the Baie des Anges, as they do along much of the coastline between Nice and Antibes. Made up mainly of pebbles\u2014an emblematic feature of the French Riviera\u2014these distinctive beaches enjoy generous sunshine year-round and offer deep-blue reflections that have made the Riviera Mediterranean so renowned. <\/span><\/p>\n In Cros-de-Cagnes, the beaches alternate between public areas and private establishments offering sun loungers and quality dining. It is an ideal place to relax, swim, or enjoy a wide range of fun and sporting activities. <\/span><\/p>\n Water-sports enthusiasts can try paddleboarding, kayaking, or jet-skiing, while beach-volleyball courts attract both athletes and holidaymakers. The equipped beach clubs allow you to fully enjoy the seaside experience in a typically Mediterranean setting, with clear waters and mountains in the background. <\/span><\/p>\n The small <\/span>fishing port<\/b>, still active, remains an emblematic place. In the early hours, it is not uncommon to see the fishermen return and fish sold directly\u2014living proof of a maritime tradition that remains firmly rooted.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#F0EDE5″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1480px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Overlooking the town, <\/span>Haut-de-Cagnes<\/b> offers one of the best-preserved medieval ensembles on the French Riviera. Its cobbled lanes, stone houses, and shaded little squares create a timeless setting, far from the bustle of the coast.<\/span><\/p>\n At the top of the village stands the <\/span>Ch\u00e2teau-Mus\u00e9e Grimaldi<\/b><\/a>, built in 1309 by Rainier Grimaldi, Lord of Cagnes. Today, the building houses several remarkable collections, including the Olive Tree Museum, the Solidor Donation (dedicated to singer Suzy Solidor), as well as a collection of modern and contemporary art.<\/span><\/p>\n Strolling through Haut-de-Cagnes, lingering in a gallery or on a caf\u00e9 terrace, allows you to fully appreciate the town\u2019s historic soul.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.motelascot.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Haut-de-Cagnes.jpg” title_text=”Haut-de-Cagnes” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” max_width=”1480px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.motelascot.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Musee-Renoir.jpg” title_text=”Renoir Museum” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Captivated by the light and landscapes of Cagnes-sur-Mer, Auguste Renoir settled there as early as 1903. Keen to preserve an olive grove under threat, he had his villa built in the heart of the <\/span>Domaine des Collettes<\/b><\/a> in 1907. He lived there until his death in 1919, continuing his work despite illness.<\/span><\/p>\n Now converted into a museum and awarded the <\/span>Maison des Illustres<\/b> label, the property offers a chance to discover the painter\u2019s studio, original works, sculptures, photographs, and many personal objects. The garden, planted with centuries-old olive trees and Mediterranean species, offers an unobstructed view all the way to the sea and perfectly illustrates the light that inspired the artist.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-secondary-color%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1480px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.motelascot.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Musee-Bijou.jpg” title_text=”Jewellery Museum” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Located on Place du Ch\u00e2teau, in the heart of Haut-de-Cagnes, the <\/span>Mus\u00e9e du Bijou contemporain<\/b><\/a> holds a unique place in France\u2019s cultural landscape. Dedicated to contemporary jewellery design, it presents a major collection of pieces exploring innovative materials and forms, far beyond the traditional codes of jewellery-making.<\/span><\/p>\n Precious metals, composite materials, textiles, and repurposed elements reflect the creative richness of this body art. Cagnes-sur-Mer has thus established itself as a recognised hub for contemporary jewellery, supported by an active cultural policy and the <\/span>Ville et M\u00e9tiers d’Art<\/b> label.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1480px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Located in the immediate vicinity of Motel Ascot, the <\/span>Hippodrome de la C\u00f4te d’Azur<\/b><\/a> is one of the most important in France. Spanning more than 60 hectares by the sea, it hosts the famous winter meeting each year, from December to March, featuring both harness and flat racing. In July and August, horse races enliven summer evenings. Locals and many holidaymakers enjoy placing bets on their favourite horses and admiring the many fireworks displays\u2014an exceptional spectacle with views over the deep blue sea.<\/span><\/p>\n Beyond horse racing, the venue is a major events site, hosting concerts, fireworks, sporting events, and cultural events throughout the year.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.motelascot.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Hippodrome-Cagnes.jpg” alt=”Cagnes-sur-Mer Racecourse” title_text=”Cagnes Racecourse” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.motelascot.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Tas-Galets.svg” title_text=”Tas-Galets” show_bottom_space=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” width=”30%” width_tablet=”50%” width_phone=”70%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”||-32px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#F0EDE5″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1480px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The markets of Cagnes-sur-Mer are an integral part of the local identity. The town-centre market regularly brings the Cit\u00e9 Marchande to life with stalls of fresh produce and regional specialities. In Cros-de-Cagnes, the fish market hall allows you to buy the day\u2019s catch directly, in a typically Mediterranean atmosphere. Every Tuesday and Thursday, a market takes over Rue des Oliviers to the delight of locals and visitors. Every Friday, the open-air market near the racecourse completes the offer and is a popular fixture in Cagnes-sur-Mer. On summer evenings, a craft market is held every Friday along the seafront, much to the delight of visitors to the French Riviera. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.motelascot.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Marche.jpg” title_text=”Market” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1480px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.motelascot.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Shopping.jpg” title_text=”Shopping” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Cagnes-sur-Mer also benefits from the proximity of major retail hubs. The <\/span>Shopping Promenade Riviera<\/b><\/a> centre, located on Avenue des Alpes, offers a modern open-air shopping experience, with international brands, restaurants, and newly opened leisure areas. Bowling, a Fort Boyard play area, and an indoor karting track offer shared moments for young and old alike.<\/span><\/p>\nLe Cros-de-Cagnes: a former fishing village on the Mediterranean shore<\/b><\/h2>\n
Pebble beaches: a Riviera hallmark<\/b><\/h3>\n
Haut-de-Cagnes: an immersion in medieval history<\/b><\/h2>\n
In Renoir\u2019s footsteps: the Domaine des Collettes<\/b><\/h2>\n
Contemporary jewellery and artistic creation<\/b><\/h2>\n
The C\u00f4te d\u2019Azur Racecourse: sport and events<\/b><\/h2>\n
Markets and the Proven\u00e7al way of life<\/b><\/h2>\n
Shopping and major retail hubs<\/b><\/h2>\n