The Real Riviera Today

Contemporary Côte d'Azur pulses with diversity. In Nice alone, you'll find thriving communities from North Africa, Eastern Europe, South America, and Southeast Asia, each contributing to the city's cultural tapestry. The region's economy, while still benefiting from tourism, has diversified into technology, research, and sustainable industries. Environmental consciousness has taken root, with many communities leading France in green initiatives.

This diversity extends to the visitor experience. During our research, we met travelers of all kinds finding their own Riviera: families camping near Fréjus beaches, students exploring hilltop villages by regional bus, retirees taking painting classes in Vence, entrepreneurs networking in Nice's growing tech scene, couples hiking the coastal paths, solo travelers finding community in Marseille's hostels.