France Antibes - Les Vieux Murs
Traces of occupation dating back to the early Iron Age have been found in the areas of the castle and cathedral.
In 1926, the old Château Grimaldi in Antibes was bought by the local municipality. Pablo Picasso came to the town in 1946 and left a number of his works to the municipality. The castle has since become the Picasso Museum.
From around the middle of the 19th century the Antibes area regained its popularity, as wealthy people from around Europe discovered its natural beauty and built luxurious homes there.
In 1926, the old Château Grimaldi in Antibes was bought by the local municipality. Pablo Picasso came to the town in 1946 and left a number of his works to the municipality. The castle has since become the Picasso Museum.
From around the middle of the 19th century the Antibes area regained its popularity, as wealthy people from around Europe discovered its natural beauty and built luxurious homes there.
Travel Information
The Gare d'Antibes is the railway station serving the town, offering connections to Nice, Cannes, Marseille, Paris and several other destinations. This railway station is in the centre of town. The nearest airport is Nice Côte d'Azur.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Nearly no other people
Best Timing
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Sunrise & Sunset
06:38 - 20:22
| current local time: 03:58
Photo Themes
Ancient buildings
Castle
Iron Age
Mediterranean Sea
mer
museum
Old Architecture
Picasso Museum
seascape
Vieux Murs
Vieux village
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