Walk
Photo: Côte d'Azur France
Old town and Citadel guided walk (Ville de Villefranche)
The town hall's own one-hour tour of the old town and the Citadel – the simplest way to hear the history from the people who look after it.
| Time | 1 hour |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Gentle town walk |
| Start | In front of the Citadel, place Emmanuel Philibert |
| Past | The Citadelle Saint-Elme, The old town |
| Season | 3 April–30 October 2026, Fridays 10:00–11:00, with an English tour at 14:00 (not 1 or 8 May); weather permitting. 2027 dates not yet published. |
| With children | No source covers children or pushchairs. Booking required. |
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Checked on cotedazurfrance.fr, explorenicecotedazur.com, October 2026. Check seasons and hours with the place before you go.
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