Winter Breaks in Nice
The weather in Nice is mild during winter and the days are
often sunny. There's plenty of special events and things to do too.
For example:
Nice Christmas Market and Illuminations
Generally from mid-December to January 1st. Ice skating, special illuminations, a big wheel and an outdoor market.
Nice Carnival
Mid to end of February. An event not to be missed
with
Carnival floats surrounded by dancers and street artists from around
the world who will delight and surprise you.
Nice
Carnival Official Website
Prom' Classic 10 km race
Second Sunday in January along the Promenade des Anglais.Prom Classic Official Website
Outside Nice
Menton Citron Festival
Mid February to early March. Amazingly each display is decorated with oranges and lemons. Official Menton Citron Festival Website
Mountains
Alternatively, why not spend the day in the mountains? The ski slopes are just 2 hours away by bus (€1.50 each way).Slope Information on Isola2000.com
Slope Information on Auron.com