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Peninsula · Antibes, Provença-Alpes-Costa Azul
Cap d'Antibes
Peninsula south of Antibes, featuring the Sentier du Littoral among rocky outcrops, the Villa Eilenroc and the Garoupe lighthouse.
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About Cap d'Antibes
Cap d'Antibes is the headland that juts into the sea between Antibes and Juan-les-Pins. It is occupied by mansions hidden behind pine trees and by rocky coves, and has some places open to those who arrive on foot.
The Sentier du Littoral, or sentier de Tire-Poil, is the seaside trail that skirts the southern tip of the cape, starting from Plage de la Garoupe. The path runs over rocks shaped by the sea, with sections of steps and walkways, and can be closed on days of rough sea.
Next to the trail is Villa Eilenroc, a neoclassical mansion from 1867 attributed to the architect Charles Garnier, the same who designed the Paris Opera. The villa belongs to the city and sits in an 11-hectare park with a rose garden and olive grove; the house and park open on limited days of the week and close in August due to fire risk.
At the top of the cape are the Garoupe lighthouse and the chapel of Notre-Dame-de-la-Garoupe, with sailors' ex-votos and views along the whole coast to Nice and the Alps.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Half a day for the trail, Villa Eilenroc and the lighthouse.
Best time
In the morning, before the heat and with a calm sea. Villa Eilenroc is open only on a few days each week and closes in August; check before you go.
How to get there
By bus from Gare d'Antibes to Plage de la Garoupe or to Villa Eilenroc. On foot, it's about 45 minutes to an hour from the center.
Tip
Wear sturdy footwear: the trail has loose stones and steps. Bring water, as there are no shops along the way.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Cap d'Antibes
Is the Sentier du Littoral difficult?
It's a walk of easy to moderate difficulty, but over rocks and steps. Wear sturdy shoes and avoid it on days of rough sea, when it may be closed.
When is Villa Eilenroc open?
On a few days each week, with limited hours, and it closes in August due to fire risk. Check before you go.
Can you get there by bus?
Yes, there are buses from Gare d'Antibes to Plage de la Garoupe and the Villa Eilenroc area.