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Unusual Attractions in Villefranche-sur-Mer

Villefranche-sur-Mer, France

The Rue Obscure

A medieval military street hidden beneath a charming French fishing village.

Villefranche-sur-Mer, France

Birthplace of Auguste Maïcon

Auguste Maïcon, a pioneer in French aviation, was born in this house in 1891.

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La Tete Carrée Library

This massive blockhead sculpture hides an entire library.

1 mile from Villefranche-sur-Mer

La Crypte Archéologique de Nice

The construction of a tram line unveiled hidden remnants of the old medieval city.

1 mile from Villefranche-sur-Mer

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La Villa Santo-Sospir

Nearly every wall in this French villa has been "tattooed" by artist Jean Cocteau and other famous painters.

2 miles from Villefranche-sur-Mer

Cunégonde et Malabar

Artist's eccentric property excessively decorated with found objects and work of his own.

2 miles from Villefranche-sur-Mer

St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral

An Orthodox church built by the Royal Family for the Russian community exiled to the French Riviera.

2 miles from Villefranche-sur-Mer

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