Mandelieu-La Napoule, the leading nautical destination in CÔTE d'AZUR FRANCE, displays its ambition with regard to the nautical sector. The level of port equipment is exceptional with more than 6000 berths spread over seven ports entirely dedicated to yachting. Open-water ports at sea or in the river, or dry port complementing the local port system, boaters find there a quality service specific to the practice of this activity. Mandelieu, via the "Pays de Lérins" nautical center of excellence, wishes to increase its attractiveness in this area, meet the expectations of professionals to promote employment and the development of companies and be part of an exemplary approach in terms of of sustainable development.
In the Mandelieu area, besides Port La Napoule , which notably hosts the La Napoule Boat Show, Port de la Rague , located at the western edge of town, is a village-like port overlooked by Agecroft Castle and a six-arched railway viaduct. Port Inland , a dry dock with approximately 800 berths, is situated on the banks of the Siagne River. Port du Riou is entirely dedicated to motorboats in this small municipal port located in the La Napoule district, at the mouth of the Riou River.
The private ports of Mandelieu-La Napoule: Port Cannes Marina – Port Marco Polo – Marina Parc.
What to do in Mandelieu?
Mandelieu-La Napoule is a seaside town , on a human scale, nestled in an exceptional region between the Mediterranean Sea, the Estérel Massif, and the Tanneron Forest, crisscrossed by numerous canals and bordered by the idyllic banks of the Siagne River. It is considered a garden city , and sport and water sports are celebrated there due to its history, as it was the aristocracy who introduced elegant sports to the town at the end of the 19th century.
In terms of heritage, Mandelieu's emblem is the Château de La Napoule . Today, owned by the Henry Clews Foundation, it sits literally on the water's edge, at the foot of the Port La Napoule, and forms the backdrop for the La Napoule Boat Show . Near the Port de la Rague, one can see the Château Agecroft, better known as the "Miners' Castle." It is also built with ochre stones quarried from the Estérel mountains.
The legendary Old Course and the rather artistic Riviera Golf de Barbossi are two iconic names in the world of golf. Today, they represent the excellence and modernity of this elegant sport, which has been practiced for 130 years in France, in Mandelieu-La Napoule!
Finally, Mandelieu's gastronomy will also delight epicureans in search of unique flavors. The La Napoule district and the Ports of Mandelieu offer warm and inviting restaurants for sunny brunches or romantic evenings with breathtaking sea views or in an authentic bistro setting!
Welcome to Mandelieu-La Napoule!
