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Castagniers

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France · Europe

About Castagniers

Castagniers works well as a base: 5 minutes from Carros, 13km from Col de Vence.

Castagniers is a town located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. With a population of 1,407, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Castagniers sits in France, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Paris time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Castagniers to your route.

About Castagniers

Castagniers (French pronunciation: [kastaɲe]; Occitan: Castanhiers; Italian: Castagnera) is a commune in the Alpes-Maritimes department in southeastern France.

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What are the best things to do in Castagniers?

Castagniers offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Castagniers located?

Castagniers is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, Europe. The coordinates are 43.7913 latitude, 7.2316 longitude.

What is the population of Castagniers?

Castagniers has a population of approximately 1,407 people, making it a town in France.

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Quick Information

Population
1,407
Continent
Europe
Country
France
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Timezone
Europe/Paris
Coordinates
43.7913, 7.2316

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in France

Police
17
Ambulance
15
Fire
18
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Carrying a warning triangle and hi-vis vest in your vehicle is mandatory. Motorway emergency phones connect to official breakdown services only.

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Worth the detour from Castagniers

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Promenade des Anglais

Nice's iconic palm-lined seafront boulevard stretching along the sweeping curve of the Baie des Anges.

11 km · about 20 min drive

mountain pass

Col de Vence

A popular road above the French Riviera offering twisting climbs through Provençal landscapes with views stretching from the Alps to the Mediterranean Sea.

13 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Eze Village

A medieval eagle's-nest village perched 427 meters above the Mediterranean with breathtaking coastal panoramas.

13 km · about 25 min drive

coastal drive

Grande Corniche

The highest of three dramatic cliff roads above the French Riviera between Nice and Monaco with Mediterranean panoramas.

15 km · about 30 min drive

racetrack

Circuit de Monaco

The most glamorous F1 street circuit through the streets of Monte Carlo

16 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Monaco & Monte Carlo

The glamorous sovereign city-state on the Riviera, home to the famous Casino de Monte-Carlo and the Grand Prix circuit.

17 km · about 20 min drive

mountain pass

Col de Turini

Famous rally stage in the French Alps, star of Monte Carlo Rally

24 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Col de Turini Viewpoint

A legendary rally stage in the Maritime Alps with sweeping views down to the Cote d'Azur from 1,607 metres.

24 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Castagniers

  • Right hereCol de VenceA popular road above the French Riviera offering twisting climbs through Provençal landscapes with views stretching from the Alps to the Mediterranean Sea.
  • Right hereEze VillageA medieval eagle's-nest village perched 427 meters above the Mediterranean with breathtaking coastal panoramas.
  • Right hereGrande CornicheThe highest of three dramatic cliff roads above the French Riviera between Nice and Monaco with Mediterranean panoramas.
  • 24 kmCol de TuriniFamous rally stage in the French Alps, star of Monte Carlo Rally
  • 24 kmCol de Turini ViewpointA legendary rally stage in the Maritime Alps with sweeping views down to the Cote d'Azur from 1,607 metres.
  • 32 kmGorges du Cians RoadThe D28 squeezes through a canyon of blood-red schist so narrow the cliffs almost touch overhead: one of the most surreal gorge drives in the Alpes-Maritimes, en route to Beuil.

Driving in France

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.85/litre
Motorway tolls
~€10.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

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