Sailing cruise in the French Riviera: set sail from Port Grimaud among glamorous bays, colorful villages, and Mediterranean scents ⛵
The French Riviera is one of the most fascinating destinations for an elegant, relaxed, and beautiful sailing cruise. Mediterranean scenery, refined ports, and hidden coves: from Saint-Tropez to Porquerolles, passing through Cannes, Antibes, and Hyères, experience the best of sailing between French charm and unspoiled nature.
With BeBlue, you can depart from the picturesque Port Grimaud or one of the many equipped bases along the coast: find out how to get there and set sail without worries.
⚓ Starting bases for the cruise in the French Riviera
- 📍 Port Grimaud – the "French Venice", charming and well-organized, perfect for cruises west and east
- 📍 Antibes – historic base of French boating, elegant and central
- 📍 Bormes-les-Mimosas – modern marina immersed in nature, ideal for sailing towards Porquerolles
- 📍 Bormes Porto – small and quiet, ideal for relaxed departures
- 📍 Cogolin Marines – near Saint-Tropez, with excellent services and strategic location
- 📍 Cannes – worldly, lively, and perfectly connected
- 📍 Hyères – perfect base for the Hyères Archipelago and Porquerolles
- 📍 Port de St. Mandrier sur Mer – welcoming and well-protected marina in the heart of the coast
- 📍 Port Pin Rolland – quiet and surrounded by greenery, great for departures to the Golden Islands
- 📍 Saint Mandrier – panoramic and well-connected marina
✈ How to get to the French Riviera
The main reference point is:
Nice Côte d'Azur International Airport (NCE) – well connected with direct flights from numerous Italian and European cities.
For some bases further west (like Hyères and Bormes):
Toulon-Hyères Airport (TLN) – closer and convenient for those departing from the Porquerolles area.
🌍 Connections from Italy and Europe
The French Riviera is easily accessible all year round, with many direct flights and rail and road connections.
💺 Main companies: Air France, EasyJet, Ryanair, Volotea, ITA Airways
🚖 How to reach the marinas from the airports
The bases are distributed along the coast and are easily accessible by rental car, taxi, or private transfer.
⏱️ Indicative times and costs from NCE:
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NCE ➝ Port Grimaud: ~1 h 30 min – €100–€130
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NCE ➝ Antibes: ~30 min – €40–€60
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NCE ➝ Cannes: ~40 min – €50–€70
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NCE ➝ Cogolin: ~1 h 40 min – €110–€140
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NCE ➝ Bormes-les-Mimosas / Porto / Hyères: ~2 h – €120–€150
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NCE ➝ Saint Mandrier / Port Pin Rolland: ~2 h 15 min – €130–€160
⏱️ Times from TLN (Toulon-Hyères):
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TLN ➝ Hyères: ~15 min – €20–€30
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TLN ➝ Bormes-les-Mimosas: ~30 min – €40
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TLN ➝ Saint Mandrier / Port Pin Rolland: ~45 min – €50
🚗 Recommended car rental
Ideal for moving between the marinas and visiting the Provençal hinterland before or after the cruise.
🚐 How to get around
🚖 Taxis available at the airport and main cities
🚗 Rental cars and scooters
🚌 Public transport available but less convenient for reaching all port bases
Experience the French Riviera with BeBlue! 🌊
Sail among picturesque villages, golden beaches, and crystal-clear waters starting from Port Grimaud, Cannes, or Hyères.
An elegant, sunny, and romantic sailing cruise, perfect for exploring the most iconic coast of the Mediterranean.
👉 Discover the available boats on:
www.bebluesailing.com
📩 Contact us for a personalized quote and set sail with us among the scents and colors of the French Riviera!
