Ferry from Cannes to the island Ste Marguerite

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Highlights

  • This self-led day trip is perfect for independent-minded travelers

  • See a new side of the Riviera when you visit the Île Saint-Marguerite

  • Round-trip ferry tickets included; pick your own preferred departure times

  • Choose to visit the Fort Royal, hike the island’s trails, and more

Summary

Board the ferry at Cannes port at your chosen departure time. Just a short 15-minute ferry ride off the French Riviera coast, Ile Sainte-Marguerite forms part of the Lérins Islands archipelago in the Golfe de la Napoule, and offers a heady blend of culture, history and nature. When you arrive, step off the ferry, breathe in fragrant scents of pine and eucalyptus and head off to begin exploring independently. Pick a hiking trail — well-marked trails cover the island — and traverse dense forests for a botanical discovery. Or simply stroll to the Batéguier pond to spot migratory birds, or Point de la Convention to appreciate a range of unique plant species that call Ile Sainte-Marguerite home. No trip to the island is complete without a visit to the Fort Royal, a former prison fortress built by Spanish invaders in the 17th century. Here is where the notorious 'Man in the Iron Mask' is said to have been imprisoned. Today the fortress finds new use as a maritime museum, with a wealth of archaeological finds that include 1st-century murals, artifacts from a 10th-century Saracen shipwreck and even Roman–era ceramics. Another option is the Méditerranoscope marine research center, which works to protect the diverse sea life in the waters around the Lérins Islands. If you get hungry, you can choose from two restaurants and two sandwich kiosks. Or bring a picnic! Ferries run regularly between Ile Sainte-Marguerite and Cannes, so when you’re ready to head back to the mainland, hop aboard for the short crossing back to port.

Tour info

Duration
15 minutes
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Why take this tour?

Trade the bustle of Cannes for an island escape when you book an independent day trip by ferry to the Île Saint-Marguerite. Though it’s just .5 miles (.8 kilometers) off-shore, the island offers unspoiled nature and a perspective on the Riviera scenery that few tourists see. Board a ferry at your chosen departure time; upon arrival, visit the Fort Royal, hike amidst the eucalyptus trees, plan your own picnic, and more.

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What’s included?

  • Round-trip ferry ride

  • Guide

  • Commentary

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Food and drinks

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 15m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Trans Cote D'Azur

About operator:

Just a few minutes by boat from Cannes, Sainte-Marguerite Island is an exceptional island where nature, culture and relaxation join in total harmony. Barely disembarked, you will be captured by scents of pine and eucalyptus, by the sheer fullness of this place and its multiple attractions.The best way to discover its real nature is undoubtedly by following the sign-posted paths which lead you to botanic and historic discoveries.You can walk from the Batéguier pond amongst numerous migratory bird species to the Pointe de la Convention where you can find a variety of essential oils. Continue on to the Fort Royal, the former residence of the Masque de Fer (the man in the iron mask), allowing you to appreciate the strategic role played by the island.

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