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Massena Villa

Belle Epoque architecture jewel set on the famous Promenade des Anglais

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Handily located on the Promenade des Anglais, Villa Masséna is a wonderful example of Belle Epoque architecture.

Built at the turn of the 20th century by Danish architect Hans-George Tersling, it has a Neoclassical style with Italianate influences. Prince Victor of Essling, grandson of the local marshal André Masséna, lived here during winter.

It was gifted to the city in 1921 and has recently been renovated. It now displays interiors faithful to a reinterpretation of the Belle Epoque era and has beautifully landscaped gardens which have also been restored.

When to come

Open every day from 10:00 to 18:00, except Tuesdays, January 1st, Easter Sunday, May 1st and December 25th.

How to get passes

Entrance costs 6€. Reduced rates for groups over 16 persons.

Location

Map of the surrounding area

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