Menton by Private Boat:
A Different View of the Riviera
A colorful old town, mountains behind it and Italy just along the coast. Make Menton part of your private boat day departing from Beaulieu-sur-Mer near Nice.
See Menton open up in front of you
After cruising east past Monaco and around Cap Martin, Menton gives the journey a real sense of destination. The coast takes on a different character, with the old town rising above the waterfront.
Ochre, yellow and terracotta façades gather beneath the Basilica of Saint-Michel, with mountains behind and the coastline continuing toward Italy. From the boat, there is room to take in the whole scene.
For guests who enjoy coastal scenery and seeing more of the eastern Riviera, Menton can be a memorable part of a private charter. Tell us if reaching it is a priority, so we can plan the rest of your day around the journey.
Menton’s Plage des Sablettes
Les Sablettes lies beneath Menton’s old town, between the Vieux Port and Port de Garavan. Its waterfront setting makes it a natural focal point when viewing Menton from the sea.
Along the shore, fine gravel mixed with sand distinguishes the beach from the larger pebbles found along much of the surrounding coastline. The beach shelves gently into the water.
From aboard L’Esquinade, the attraction is the wider setting: the waterfront, the layered town and the mountains beyond. Take time to enjoy the view rather than treating Menton as another place to tick off.
Old-town color
Warm façades and the basilica above them give Menton a distinctive backdrop. It is a rewarding destination for guests who enjoy photography and coastal architecture.
A change of scenery
Traveling beyond Monaco and Cap Martin gives your day a broader view of the coast. Menton becomes part of the experience of exploring the eastern Riviera.
Time to look around
The day does not need to be filled with constant activity. Enjoy the approach, take photographs and appreciate the town from the water.
Can we swim during a charter toward Menton?
Swimming can be part of the wider itinerary, where conditions and local rules allow. Your skipper will choose an appropriate permitted location along the route.
Viewing Les Sablettes from the sea does not mean the boat can anchor directly off the beach. We do not promise a swimming stop or anchorage at Les Sablettes itself.
If swimming matters as much as reaching Menton, tell us before the charter. We can discuss how to balance the eastern route with time at a suitable swimming location.
Where we stop depends on the day
Wind, sea state, boat traffic, local restrictions and the seabed all influence where a stop is appropriate. Your skipper makes the final decision.
Anchoring must respect protected Posidonia seagrass and the regulations applying at each location. A scenic destination is not automatically an available anchorage.
The gently shelving beach at Les Sablettes describes the shoreline. Guests swimming from the boat should expect open water and follow the skipper’s instructions.
How Menton fits into your private boat day
This is a charter departing from Beaulieu-sur-Mer, with Menton as a possible destination. The route and pace are discussed around your group’s interests and the conditions.
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Begin in Beaulieu-sur-Mer
Meet your skipper and settle aboard L’Esquinade. Discuss the day’s conditions and confirm the balance of cruising, swimming and lunch.
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Explore the coastline east
A route toward Menton can take in the coast below Èze, Cap d’Ail, Monaco and Roquebrune-Cap-Martin. The journey is part of the day’s appeal.
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Enjoy the Menton approach
Take in the old town and the Les Sablettes waterfront from an appropriate position at sea, with your skipper observing local navigation rules.
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Leave time for the return
Plan swimming and any lunch arrangements around the whole journey. Reaching farther east means allowing enough time for the cruise back to Beaulieu.
More coastline or more time at anchor?
If your ideal day is mostly swimming and relaxing in one bay, a route closer to Beaulieu may suit you better. If you enjoy discovering the coastline, Menton is a destination to discuss.
Discover Menton aboard L’Esquinade
Our Sunseeker Portofino 35 is reserved for your group of up to six guests, with a professional skipper to operate the boat and guide the practical decisions.
Enjoy the scenery together, choose your priorities and let us help shape a route that makes sense for your day.
- Private charter departing from Beaulieu-sur-Mer.
- Up to six guests aboard.
- English-speaking skipper.
- Complimentary water, French rosé and towels.
- Snorkeling equipment and floats aboard.
Tell us what matters most
Is Menton the main reason for your charter, or one possibility among several? Do you want a longer cruise, several swims or a relaxed restaurant lunch?
Your answers help us recommend a realistic balance. Confirm the planned hours, fuel estimate and any additional arrangements before booking.
Discuss Your Menton ItineraryVisiting Menton by private boat
Does this charter depart from Menton?
The charter described here departs from Beaulieu-sur-Mer near Nice. Menton is a destination to include in your itinerary, subject to conditions and agreed arrangements.
Can we see Les Sablettes from the boat?
A suitable coastal approach can offer views of the Les Sablettes waterfront and Menton’s old town. Your skipper chooses the route and position according to conditions and local rules.
Is anchoring at Les Sablettes guaranteed?
No. We do not promise an anchorage at Les Sablettes. Local restrictions apply, and your skipper must confirm where stopping or anchoring is permitted.
Can we combine Menton with a swimming stop?
Swimming can be planned elsewhere along the route where conditions and regulations allow. Tell us how much swimming time you would like when discussing the itinerary.
Can we visit Monaco and Menton in the same day?
They can form part of the same eastbound coastal itinerary. Viewing Monaco from the sea differs from going ashore; discuss your priorities and any proposed port visits before the charter.
Can we go ashore in Menton?
Ask us in advance. Going ashore requires separate planning for access, availability, timing and any applicable fees. It is not automatically included in a coastal visit.
How long does the journey to Menton take?
Timing depends on the route, cruising pace, sea conditions and stops. We will discuss a realistic plan for your charter rather than promise a fixed journey time.
What if the conditions do not suit the eastern route?
Your skipper may recommend a different itinerary. Tell us if Menton is a priority, while allowing flexibility for conditions on the day.
Explore the route and the possibilities
Would Menton make your perfect boat day?
Tell us your preferred date, number of guests and where you are staying. If Menton is on your wish list, we will help you explore how it could fit into your private charter from Beaulieu-sur-Mer.