The Lemon Festival in Menton

The Lemon Festival in Menton (Fête du Citron®) on the French Riviera, a unique event in the world, attracts more than 200,000 visitors every year. This year it will celebrate its 92nd birthday. For more than 15 days, come and enjoy the zest-flavoured Golden parades, and other activities on offer.

The Exhibition of Citrus Patterns, the Orchid Festival and the Craft Fair have free admission. If you want to find out everything there is to know about lemons, join the Lemon Hike with an English-speaking guide (14 February-1st March). The half-day walk departs at 9am or 2pm from the Menton Tourist Office.
Or if you are a keen photographer, make sure you sign up to the Hike to the 10 Most Beautiful Views in Menton which will take place on 20 and 27 February.