Château de la Croë, French Riviera Travel Guide

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Discover the historic Château de la Croë on Cap d'Antibes, a glamorous landmark with stunning Mediterranean views and a rich royal history.

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Château de la Croë

Nestled on the Cap d'Antibes, Château de la Croë is a prestigious villa with a rich history. Built in 1927, it has been home to royalty and elites, including the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, and later owned by Roman Abramovich. While the interiors are not accessible, the exterior exudes glamour and offers stunning coastal views.

A brief summary to Château de la Croë

183-623 Chem. des Douaniers, Antibes, 06160, FR

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Walk the Chemin des Douaniers coastal path for the best views of the Château and the surrounding coastline.
Visit during the shoulder seasons (April-June or September-October) for pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Villa Eilenroc and its gardens.

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Getting There

Walking

Château de la Croë is located along the Chemin des Douaniers (coastal path). From the intersection of Route de Grasse (D35) and Chemin des Douaniers, walk along Chemin des Douaniers towards the coast. The Château is approximately 1.5 km along this path. Note that the path has some uneven surfaces.
Public Transport

From Antibes train station, take bus line 200 towards Cannes. Get off at the 'Antibes - Chemin des Douaniers' stop. From there, walk along Chemin des Douaniers to reach Château de la Croë, about 1.5km. A single bus ticket costs around €1.50.
Taxi

Taxis are readily available in Antibes. A taxi ride from Antibes city center to Château de la Croë (approximately 5km) will cost around €13-€14. Taxi fares start at €3.00, with an additional €2.10 per kilometer.

Discover more about Château de la Croë

Château de la Croë, a jewel of the French Riviera, is located on the exclusive Cap d'Antibes. Built in 1927 in a Victorian style, the château was commissioned by Sir William Pomeroy Burton, general manager of Associated Newspapers. The architect Armand Albert Rateau drew inspiration from the Château de Bagatelle near Paris.The château is famous for being the former residence of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor. After abdicating the throne in 1936 to marry Wallis Simpson, Edward VIII rented the château in 1938, and the Duchess spent lavishly to recreate the royal palace ambiance, hosting royalty and political elites like Winston Churchill. Churchill and his wife celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary at the Château. The Duke and Duchess eventually moved to Paris.Later, Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis owned the Château from 1950 to 1957. Since 2001, it has been owned by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, who invested over 33 million euros in renovations, including a rooftop swimming pool, fitness center, and cinema. Although the interiors are not open to the public , visitors can admire the exterior, lush gardens, and panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. The coastal path, Chemin des Douaniers, offers stunning views of the Château.