SIGHTSEEING eels . The area is actually composed of volcanic clusters of rocks that existed in the Jurassic period !
I also suggest looking to the right during all the walk as the coastline is also dotted with dreamy 20th-century villas such as Villa The Rock , a majestic building surrounded by towering cypress trees and exotic plants that previously belonged to George Schlee and where the famous Swedish actress Greta Garbo often stayed . Villa Les Funambules is also found on this prime location , with two large balconies that look out to Cap Ferrat ; it belonged to the writer and actor Sacha Guitry , who wrote new theatre pieces as he was so inspired by the stunning location . Sir Winston Churchill is also rumoured to have stayed at Lord Beaverbrook ’ s Cap d ’ Ail villa , Villa Capponcina , on numerous occasions .
On particularly windy days , barricades block off the more risky area at the tip of the coastline towards the end of the walk . This is just a precaution as the waves can reach great heights and speed — their power is not to be underestimated ! However , thanks to the security measures put in place , the La Mala walk is as safe as can be . To reach the final destination of La Plage de La Mala , you simply take a short detour through the winding villa-filled street just above the trail before reaching l ’ Escalier de la Solitude that leads directly to the beach below .
La Mala beach is one of the most popular and beautiful summertime beaches on the Riviera . Many locals and tourists make their way to the beach by foot or by boat , laying their anchor in the tranquil cove of La Mala . It is said that the beach was named after Mathilde Kschessinskaya , a legendary Russian Prima ballerina who lived in the area and who frequently visited the beach with her various lovers . The beach is no stranger to celebrity sightings — a few of the former James Bonds have been spotted here relaxing and enjoying a beer .
For a quick shortcut to the beach , simply park your car at La Pinède Restaurant
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and walk the ten minutes to your destination . The beach caters to your every need , whether you fancy getting a bite to eat at the chic seafront restaurants , enjoying a refreshing drink as you listen to the music , or simply laying a towel down and catching some sun , everyone is welcome . The two private beach-restaurants , open from the end of May to late September , La Réserve de La Mala and Eden Plage , are super packed during the summer months so we definitely recommend reserving your sun loungers or table beforehand !
The La Mala coastal walk is an all year round prime location for residents of the Riviera , and whether you ’ ve never been or walked it a thousand times before , this beautiful and peaceful sunny walk is always a good idea .
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