Is Villefranche a tender port?
There are no docking facilities in the Villefranche port of call. Cruise ships anchor in the deep bay and use tender boats to transfer the cruise passengers ashore. The tender ride lasts around 10 minutes each way and the whole tendering operation is organized by the cruise ship and port authorities.
Where do cruises dock in Nice?
Villefranche-sur-Mer
Villefranche-sur-Mer (Port de la Sante) is the cruise port for Nice (France) which by passenger traffic is ranked the busiest on the French Riviera. The town is part of France’s Alpes-Maritimes department and has total area approx 5 km2 (2 mi2) and population around 6,000.
Where do the cruise ships dock in South of France?
The list of main French Riviera cruise ports includes Antibes, Bandol, Cannes, Cassis, Marseille, Sanary-sur-Mer, St Raphael, St Tropez, Toulon, Villefranche-sur-Mer (Nice), Menton, Monte Carlo (Monaco).
Can you walk Cannes from the cruise port?
The Cannes cruise ship terminal is new and offer all necessary facilities and modern amenities. You can reach the town walking or by taxi (rank is located in front the terminal building). There is a local bus service and the rate is one euro. The city can be explored via trolley (Le Train du Cinema).
How far is La Rochelle from the cruise port?
about 4 miles
The ‘cruise port’ is about 4 miles from the city.
What is there to do in port Cannes?
Cannes, France – Things to Do in this French Riviera Seaside City
- Cannes is a perfect cruise port for a one-day visit.
- Boulevard de la Croisette.
- Rue Meynadier Pedestrian Mall.
- Bellini Chapel.
- When to visit Cannes.
Where do Princess Cruises dock in La Rochelle France?
La Pallice
Port Location and Facilities Cruise ships dock at the Môle d’Escale, Atlantic Port La Rochelle, part of the large commercial dock area of La Pallice, located 6km from the centre of La Rochelle.
What does the word Villefranche mean?
Villefranche is a classic example of a name that could be broke down to 2 parts: “Ville” (town) “Franche” (frank, honest). One may think that in translation it means that the city is french – but that would be a mistake. In this case, “franche” means tax credit (“franchise” in current french).
How far is La Rochelle from port?
6km
Cruise ships dock at the Môle d’Escale, Atlantic Port La Rochelle, part of the large commercial dock area of La Pallice, located 6km from the centre of La Rochelle.
Is Villefranche-Sur-Mer safe?
There is much to be said for a solo holiday in a place as safe and as friendly as Villefranche-sur-Mer. Take a leap of faith. It comes highly recommended. Susan McDonald is an Australian schoolteacher who loves to spend her holidays in Villefranche-sur-Mer for the lifestyle, history and sun.