Activities and Family Activities in Cannes

Cannes is a city located on the French Riviera. It is a commune of France situated in the Alpes-Maritimes department, in a preserved area between the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea.

The city is well known for its association with the rich and famous, its luxurious hotels and restaurants, and for hosting the annual Cannes Film Festival. But what you might not know, is that it is also a hot-spot for extreme sports, especially water sports!

Thanks to the wind that blows all year round (whether it is the Mistral or typical southern/eastern winds) and the pleasant climate you will enjoy perfect conditions for open air activities and extreme water sports, such as kitesurfing, jet-skiing, flyboarding, wakeboarding and many other outdoor activities.

From Cannes, you’re guaranteed exceptional panoramas, notably in the west on Iles de Lérins and in the east on the summits of Mercantour. You can go hiking or mountain biking in the region which has a lot of hilly landscapes to explore.

Golf Clubs

The beautiful French countryside surrounding Cannes is a golfing paradise. Half a dozen excellent courses are within a half hour drive, with a further six less than an hour away.
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Canoeing and Kayaking

Kayaking is a fun watersport that can be enjoyed as a family. Unlike canoeing, paddlers face forward and have a double bladed paddle. It is a versatile sport that you can enjoy in the sea...
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Sports and Fitness Clubs

Rather like a ski resort, Cannes has a number of walking, jogging and running "pistes" of various lengths and difficulties. There are 14 routes and they cover 60 km throughout the town.
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