French language courses and Leisure at ESL Nice, France
Take a French course in Nice and discover a region whose attractions and charms have long drawn visitors from thousands of miles around.
It is said that tourism was born in Nice in the 18th century when the English and Russian aristocrats arrived to enjoy the good life by the Med. Nice is still popular with tourists but, paradoxically, one still finds a life of a small village in Vieux-Nice, a traditional life which is typical of Nice, with its colours of Provence, its scents of olives and the singing and welcoming accent of the inhabitants.
Lose yourself in the winding streets of the old town of Nice, discover its immense architectural and cultural heritage, before reaching the Promenade des Anglais and contemplating the sublime Baie des Anges.
Every week, our activities team proposes a programme of visits and excursions in that help you discover the intense charm of one of the most beautiful Mediterranean cities and of a region with a unique history dating back thousands of years.
Nice, the Côte d’Azur and the glorious Provencal landscapes that so inspired the Impressionist painters are pleasing to all of the senses. But don't miss out on the cultural (cinemas, theatres, operas, concert halls and museums abound) and sports (diving, sailing, canoeing or rafting to mention but a few examples) activities, or outings to "à la mode" spots that you will hear about during your stay.
You will fill your free time whilst practising French in good humour and simplicity.
It is said that tourism was born in Nice in the 18th century when the English and Russian aristocrats arrived to enjoy the good life by the Med. Nice is still popular with tourists but, paradoxically, one still finds a life of a small village in Vieux-Nice, a traditional life which is typical of Nice, with its colours of Provence, its scents of olives and the singing and welcoming accent of the inhabitants.
Lose yourself in the winding streets of the old town of Nice, discover its immense architectural and cultural heritage, before reaching the Promenade des Anglais and contemplating the sublime Baie des Anges.
Every week, our activities team proposes a programme of visits and excursions in that help you discover the intense charm of one of the most beautiful Mediterranean cities and of a region with a unique history dating back thousands of years.
Nice, the Côte d’Azur and the glorious Provencal landscapes that so inspired the Impressionist painters are pleasing to all of the senses. But don't miss out on the cultural (cinemas, theatres, operas, concert halls and museums abound) and sports (diving, sailing, canoeing or rafting to mention but a few examples) activities, or outings to "à la mode" spots that you will hear about during your stay.
You will fill your free time whilst practising French in good humour and simplicity.
Activities programme of the city of Nice and its surroundings
| January | Ruskoff festival | Festival of Russian arts and cinema of Nice |
| Monte Carlo Rally | First race of the IRC championship | |
| February | Nice Carnival | One of the biggest Carnivals in the world |
| Lemon Festival | Exhibitions and giant motifs on the topic of citrus fruit. | |
| March | Paris-Nice cycling race | Arrival of the famous sports competition |
| April | Nice Half Marathon | Several race lengths, on the most beautiful avenue in the world : the Promenade des Anglais. |
| Short Film Festival | Nice Short Film Festival | |
| May | The Fête des Mais | Disover Nice, its roots, its traditions, its flavours and its own festivities… « la Fête des Mais » offers this opportunity. |
| Formula 1 Grand Prix | In Monaco. One of the most mythical races of the Formula 1 calendar. | |
| Cannes Film Festival | Glitz, glamour and above all cinema ! | |
| June | Martial Arts Festival | A spectacular « show » of the most famous champions in the field. |
| « Ironman » France | 3.8km of swimming, 180km of cycling and 42.2 km of a walking race. 16 hours of breathtaking races and athletes. | |
| Book Festival | More than 200 authors will be gathered together around the topic of « The Sea ». | |
| Nice Country Festival | Country music festival | |
| July | L'europétanque d'Azur | International « pétanque » tournament |
| Nice Jazz Festival | One of the most legendary Jazz festivals. Armstrong performed here at the time. | |
| Festival of Pyrotechnic Art | Surgical precision of the effects and lively music will be on the agenda of this explosive show. | |
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August
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Les Nuits Musicalia | Festival of Southern and World Musics. |
| Festival d’Art Pyrotechnique | Surgical precision of the effects and lively music will be on the agenda of this explosive show. | |
| November |
Marathon des Alpes Maritimes | 42.195km of a race with the sea, palm trees and snow-capped mountains for a guaranteed change of scenery and an unforgettabel weekend ! |
| International Figure Skating Cup | On the programme: dance on ice and ice-skating will be on the agenda of this international show. | |
| Manca Festival | Eclectic music festival | |
| International Combat Challenge | Challenge of free combat, Greco-Roman wrestling and Sambo. | |
| December | International Regatta | The most important regatta in France |
| Christmas/New Year festivities in Nice | A real Christmas village is created for the occasion |
