Idea for an outing in Provence : The Lemon Festival in Menton
Are you interested in an energising getaway in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region for February? The unmissable events include Menton’s famous Lemon Festival. Children and adults alike will enjoy taking part in this traditional, festive occasion that celebrates the end of winter on the Côte d'Azur. The theme of the 2022 festival is Opera and Dance – an open invitation to “juice up” your holiday, from February 12 to 27, 2022.
Things to do during Menton’s Lemon Festival to put some zest into your life
- Drink a glass of lemonade, limoncello or orange wine on a terrace
- Enjoy the early warm weather in Menton against the orange and yellow backdrop
- Discover the giant sculptures made of citrus fruit at the Jardins Biovès
- Let yourself be bowled over on a night-time stroll surrounded by the sparkling citrus scenery
- Go to see the parade with its floats, marching bands and good humour
- Meet local producers at the craft fair
- Make up a basket of local products: honey, jams, olives, olive oil…
- Fill up on vitamins and the taste of the Mediterranean with the finest citrus fruit
- Stroll through the shopping streets and admire the beautifully-decorated shop windows
- Bring back some beautiful ceramics and Menton earthenware for your nearest and dearest
- Take a break away from the festivities amidst the peace and quiet of the Orchid Festival
- Enjoy one of the world’s most-performed operas, La Traviata, or the romantic ballet Giselle
- Set out to explore Menton’s citrus orchards on a guided walk
- Get down on the dance floor at the Lemon Festival’s closing gala at the Casino Barrière Menton
- Stay at the Résidence du Bailli in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez so you can carry on enjoying a beautiful sunny time in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur
Would you like to discover this wonderful event? Book your stay now here and see the full programme here.
