12.12.2009 - 03.01.2010

Menton celebrates the end of year

Christmas and turn of the year themed «Head in the stars». With skating rink, Father Christmas, educational programme, entertainment, musical performances, Christmas market, and much more

At Jardins Biovès and Le Mail du Bastion. Tel: 04 92 41 76 76. www.tourisme-menton.fr

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