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Villefranche-sur-Mer
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Villefranche-sur-Mer
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It’s the (ultra) chic suburb of Nice with an old town centre as well. The town also serves as a stopover for cruise ships.
Overview of Villefranche-sur-Mer
It’s the (ultra) chic suburb of Nice with an old urban centre as well. The town also serves as a stopover for cruise ships.
Key facts
- Type of place: small town.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Location:
- Distances:
- Local time: .
- Population: 5,219 inhabitants (2014).
- Area: 4.88 km².
- Altitude: sea level.
History of Villefranche-sur-Mer
What to see and do
In the surrounding area
Climate and weather
The town enjoys a sunny Mediterranean climate (one of the best in France), with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. October and November see the most rainfall, sometimes with violent storms.
Sea temperature throughout the year
| Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villefranche/mer | 13 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 19 | 16 | 14 |