Cannes, Cannet, Cagnes and similar words simply mean high or high place!

Le Cannet overlooks the bay of Cannes and enjoys a wonderful view of the islands of Lerins and the Esterel cliff road. In the heart of old Le Cannet you will appreciate the ocher facades, pedestrian ways and its typical architecture.

Sheltered from the north wind by its background of mountains, the weather here is dry and warm which earns Le Cannet the nickname of “Madeira of France”

Side streets lined with delis and boutiques draw hip crowds who linger in open-air bistros and bars. Musée Bonnard displays works by post-Impressionist painter Pierre Bonnard, and the facade of the Chapelle du St.-Sauveur is decorated with frescoes by Expressionist artist Théo Tobiasse.