Mougins is a commune situated on the heights of Cannes in the Alpes-Maritimes department of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, southeastern France. Located just a 15-minute drive from Cannes, this town offers a serene escape surrounded by dense forests, most notably the Valmasque forest. The landscape is characterized by pines, olive groves, and cypress trees, creating a distinctively Provençal atmosphere. For frequent-flyer hotel travelers seeking a tranquil base away from the coastal bustle, Mougins provides an elegant retreat within the arrondissement of Grasse, blending natural beauty with refined regional charm.
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Choose accommodations in the town center or near the Valmasque forest. These areas offer a peaceful retreat away from Cannes' crowded beaches, surrounded by pine and olive trees, ideal for travelers seeking tranquility.
Mougins is only a 15-minute drive from Cannes. While there is no direct airport rail link, the short drive connects easily to Cannes' transport hubs, facilitating access to Nice or local airports.
With its Mediterranean climate, Mougins is pleasant year-round. Summer offers cool forest shade, while spring and autumn are perfect for strolling through olive groves. It serves as a popular alternative accommodation during the Cannes Film Festival.
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This handsome 18C provençal villa is perched up in the hills above Cannes. Take a seat in one of the small cosy lounges to sample chef Bruno Oger's cuisine. Breton by birth, he has adopted the Mediterranean as his home, concocting inspired seafood dishes drawn from Brittany and the French Riviera… Abalone from the island of Groix in a parsley herb sauce; roast turbot, celery, shallots and walnuts; a lemon-flavoured praliné and buckwheat dessert. His braised pork cheeks and razor clams with a black pudding tartlet illustrate his knack for meat dishes. A table d'hôte in the kitchen provides the
WebsiteIn this smart, trendy establishment with a decor of premium and untreated materials, the food is an ode to the very best breeds of beef cattle, aged and prepared by the famous butcher Alexandre Polmard in his unique way. Peruvian chef Manuel Rondan is in a class of his own when it comes to cooking over hot coals and wild-fish ceviche, as well as some lovely Mediterranean dishes. There is a drop-dead view from the terrace.
WebsiteThis brasserie, run by the team from Villa Archange, sports a modern decor, a friendly vibe and set menus inspired by sunny climes! Tuck into artichokes stuffed with egg mayo, Florentine cream and basil or veal kidneys with mushrooms. For dessert, make your choice from a wickedly tempting sweets trolley filled with treats. You'll be in seventh heaven!
WebsiteFormerly a salesman for a leading pétanque brand, Thomas Filiaggi changed direction at the age of 30 to satisfy his love of cooking. He proposes an individual cuisine, largely based on fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs from his garden. A gem!
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