Grasse, France’s sunniest city according to Holidu sunshine ranking, Digi Mart USA News: With winter approaching, many people dream of sunshine and mild temperatures. In France, only residents of the south generally enjoy a relatively mild climate throughout the year.
To find out which French city gets the most sun, the vacation rental platform Holidu ranked French cities with more than 20,000 inhabitants.
Holidu measured the average monthly sunshine rate over a 12-year period from 2009 to 2021. Grasse, a town in the southeastern coastal region well known for its perfumes, topped the list.
According to Holidu, it is in Grasse that the sun shines most often.
Grasse, a small town in the Alpes-Maritimes department located in the hills north of Cannes, records 285.50 hours of sunshine per month. Summers there are very warm and sunny, and winters are also pleasant, mild and bright.
The town is also known for its charm. It is the world capital of perfume and has many flower gardens grown for perfume.
Grasse is also labeled a Town of Art and History, thanks in part to its 11th-century old town and its 13th-century cathedral and episcopal palace, which offer a journey through time.
Another advantage is the proximity to the sea. The nearest beach is roughly 20 kilometers away, about a half-hour drive.
The ranking suggests the town offers the conditions many people look for in a place to settle or spend extended time.
