Quite possibly the most glamorous beach city in the world, Nice is the perfect European location if you want sea and sun with a side of French sophistication.

In the Promenade des Anglais, which fringes the beautiful Bay of Angels, you can walk, cycle or rollerblade up and down for miles, all while taking in the revitalising scent of fresh maritime breeze.

Out of the 35 beaches in Nice, 15 are private so we recommend you find yourself some important friends (or just go to the other 20 that are just as lovely – yeah, that’s probably easier).

Extra bonus: you won’t be more than an hour away from snow in the winter.