This French Riviera Summer Camp combines 15 hours of French lessons per week with supervised activities, excursions and accommodation near the Mediterranean coast. The all-inclusive program welcomes teenagers aged 12 to 17, from complete beginners to advanced French learners.

Spend the morning learning French in small classes of up to 10–12 students, then enjoy afternoons and weekends exploring the Côte d'Azur through beach activities, watersports and excursions to destinations such as Cannes, Nice and Monaco.

Study abroad French Riviera France
Ages 12 to 17
Language French
Accommodation Residence or Host family
Dates June 20th to August 21st 2027
Length from 2 weeks
From 3,580 EUR
Overview

What is a French summer camp on the Côte d'Azur like?

Nacel helps teenagers to join a French summer camp on the Côte d'Azur, combining French language learning with activities, excursions, and daily life by the Mediterranean. This program is designed for teenagers aged 12 to 17 who want to improve their French while spending the summer in the South of France.

The camp is located in a small town on the French Riviera, around a 10-minute walk from the sandy beaches and town center. Students can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the Côte d'Azur while meeting other young people and using French both during lessons and throughout the program.

French classes are taught in small groups, with a maximum of 10 to 12 students per class, so students have plenty of opportunities to participate and practice their French. The program welcomes all French levels, from beginners to advanced students.

French lessons are taught at the prestigious school ' Le Chateau' to optimize your learning process. The school, located in an old, completely renovated farmhouse, has 22 bright, airy classrooms equipped with modern teaching equipment. With a maximum of 10 to 12 students per class, you can focus on improving your French language skills at the school, on one of France's best French summer camp facilities, which includes a covered terrace, a self-service restaurant, vending machines for snacks/drinks, a library, and free Wi-Fi.

Highlights: 

  • Hotel Club with swimming pool in the South of France
  • 500 metres from beaches
  • Few students per class
  • Organized activities
  • All levels of French, including beginners! 

Why choose this French summer camp on the Côte d'Azur?

This summer camp combines French language learning, accommodation, activities, excursions and age-appropriate supervision in one program designed specifically for teenagers.

  • French Riviera location: Approximately 500 metres from the beach
  • Teen-focused program: French lessons are combined with activities and excursions
  • Excursions included: Scheduled excursions are included in the program price
  • Qualified French teachers: Lessons are designed for teenage language learners
  • Age-based supervision: Supervision and permitted free time vary according to the student's age
  • Residential experience: Students can stay at a Hotel Club with a swimming pool

How are students supervised during the camp?

From arrival at the airport in Nice, the camp leaders from the camp are there for the students 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (except during students authorized free time.) There are three levels of supervision, and parents can decide which level of supervision is appropriate for their child. Free shuttle bus service connects the campuses to the town center or beaches. Below are the different options offered by the school according to the student's age. Please note that age is determined by the full date of birth (day, month, year) and not just the year of birth.

12 year old: No permission to leave campus unaccompanied

​13 - 15 years old: Free to go into town or to the beach after the scheduled activities 7:30 PM curfew. 

16/17 years old:
  • Monday - Thursday till 10:00 pm maximum
  • Fridays, Saturdays, and days prior to a bank holiday
    • Out of summer (08/03 to 20/06 & 23/08 to 31/10): till midnight (00:00) maximum
    • Summer (21/06 to 22/08) : till 01:00 am maximum
  • Sundays till 7.30 pm maximum
Activities

What activities and excursions are included in the summer camp?

When you book this French summer camp through Nacel, your program includes French classes as well as organized activities, excursions and evening activities on the Côte d'Azur.
During your stay, you can take part in

  • one half-day excursion per week,
  • two premium activities during the week,
  • one full-day weekend excursion and organized evening activities.

Depending on the schedule, your afternoons and evenings may include

  • beach outings
  • pool activities
  • sailing
  • group games
  • BBQs
  • and other recreational activities.

These activities give you opportunities to spend time with other students outside your French classes.

Which excursions are included?

One half-day excursion per week is included in the program. Depending on the schedule, you may visit destinations on the French Riviera such as:

  • Cannes
  • Monaco
  • Nice

​The exact destination depends on the program schedule for your dates.

What full-day weekend activities are available?

One full-day weekend excursion is included in the program.Depending on the schedule, you may take part in one of the following activities:

  • Watersports Center: Take part in water-based activities such as waterskiing, water tubing and an extreme jet boat experience.
  • Aquasplash: Spend the day at a water park with water slides, wave pools, rides and other water attractions.
  • Boat Trip: Travel along the Mediterranean coast by catamaran, with a picnic organized on board.

What premium activities are included during the week?

Two half-day premium activities are included during the week. Activities may include:

  • Sailing
  • Bowling
  • Trampoline park
  • Other scheduled recreational activities

What will you do in the evenings?

Camp leaders organize evening activities so you can continue socializing after the daytime program. Depending on the schedule, activities may include:

  • Beach parties
  • BBQ evenings
  • Games
  • Group activities

Do you have free time during the summer camp?

If you are 13 or older, you may have authorized free time after scheduled activities or excursions, according to the supervision rules for your age group.

Weekend excursions take place on either Saturday or Sunday. Students who are permitted free time may have the other weekend day available as free time, according to the camp's supervision rules.

Extra activities

Add extra French lessons

If you want to make more progress in French, you can add an intensive course for €165 per week. The additional lessons take place on two afternoons per week, from 1:45 PM to 4:00 PM, and focus particularly on developing spoken French.

  • 2 additional afternoons per week
  • 1:45 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Maximum 6 students per group
  • Focus on spoken French
  • €165 per week

The intensive course complements the standard morning French program.

Accommodation

Exclusive residencies with A/C!

Students stay in shared rooms for 2 to 4 students in one of the camp residences, all located around a 10-minute walk from the beach and town center. A major comfort advantage is that the bedrooms are air-conditioned, which is especially appreciated during summer on the French Riviera.

What are the summer camp residences like?

Students may stay at:

  • Castel Arabel – VIP option, +€250
  • Astor Residence
  • Aragon Residence

All residences offer:

  • Air conditioning in the bedrooms
  • Shared rooms for 2 to 4 students
  • All meals included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bed linen
  • Light daily housekeeping
  • Weekly thorough cleaning
  • Rest areas and terraces
  • Approximately 10 minutes' walk from the beach and town center

Castel Arabel and Astor Residence also have a swimming pool.


Can students stay with a host family?

Yes. A host family option is available throughout the summer for students who would prefer to experience daily life with a local family.

Host families:

  • Welcome international students throughout the year
  • Are located within approximately 20 minutes of the school by foot or bus
  • Provide students with an alternative to residential accommodation and additional opportunities to experience everyday life in France
Fees & dates
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Premium Teen Summer Camp on the French Riviera 2027

* Price in Euro. 

From 2 weeks. Arrival every Sunday:

  • June 20th, 2027
  • June 27th, 2027 
  • July 4th, 2027 
  • July 11th, 2027 
  • July 18th, 2027 
  • July 25th, 2027
  • August 1st, 2027
  • August 8th, 2027
  • August 15th, 2027 (just 1 week)

TRANSFERS INCLUDED (on weekends only)

  • From Nice Airport
  • From Antibes Railway station

SUPPLEMENTS

  • Intensive course 165€/week
  • Single standard room 560€/week
  • Extra day full board shared room 230€
  • Extra day full board single room 360€
  • Extra transfer during the week: 80€ (Nice airport) / 25€ (Antibes train station)
  • Gluten-free meals supplement 160€/week
  • VIP ACCOMMODATION at Castel Arabel (room with balcony, towel kit): 250€/week

💰 What's Included in the Price?

  • Teaching material
  • Transfer (on weekends)
  • Accommodation
  • Full Board / all meals
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Daily leisure program
  • Weekly excursions
  • Entrance fees

🚫 What's Not Included?

  • Round-trip international airfare
  • Non compulsory insurances (luggage lost, flight delay, etc.)
  • Visa, passport, and medical exam fees
  • Personal expenses and spending money
  • Medical, Liability and Emergency Repatriation Insurance
  • Application fee 65 EUR
Eligibility

12-17 years old.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Of course! The transfer fees may be included in the price of the summer camp, depending on your choice. Sometimes, there may be an extra charge.

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