From February 17th to March 3rd, 2024, immerse yourself in the heart of the excitement of the The "Fête du Citron®" (Lemon Festival) in Menton, a magical event that attracts over 200,000 visitors from around the world every year. For over 15 days, the streets come alive with the vibrant colors of the Golden Fruit Parades and the vitamin-packed Nighttime Parades. Picture yourself amidst the parades of floats adorned with thousands of citrus fruits, animated by festive groups, creating an electrifying and enchanting atmosphere. To fully enjoy this unforgettable experience, Hotel du Clos welcomes you less than 50 minutes away from Menton. Nestled in the heart of a lush and preserved setting, enjoy our haven of peace after a busy day at the "Fête du Citron®". After exploring the lively parades and dazzling citrus motif exhibitions in the Biovès Gardens, find the calm and serenity of our establishment. Don't miss this opportunity to experience magical and unforgettable moments in an exceptional setting. Book your stay with us now and get ready to live a memorable experience at the upcoming "Fête du Citron®".

The Nice Carnival is a fifteen-day celebration in the heart of the city! Join us from February 17th to March 3rd, 2024. You can witness the colorful parades of the Corsi Carnavalesques, whether they take place in broad daylight or under the stars, as well as the dazzling flower battles, all accompanied by various animations and shows. This year, the theme is dedicated to the "King of Pop Culture," highlighting the great figures of Manga, video games, and series! The Nice Carnival is an unmissable event on the French Riviera, with its burlesque and magical performances, extravagant floats, giant figures, and elegant flower battles that promise you a memorable experience. If you're looking for a peaceful place to stay while enjoying the Carnival, the Hôtel du Clos in Le Rouret is an excellent alternative. Located just 30 minutes from Nice, we welcome you to relax while still being close to the Carnival action. For more information, please visit the official website: https://www.nicecarnaval.com/en/

In this new year, we wish you a sweet and fragrant year, filled with joyful moments and unforgettable memories. May each day be a new adventure, an opportunity to smile, and savor life. The entire team at the Hôtel du Clos au Rouret joins us in thanking you for your loyalty and trust. We look forward to welcoming you again and providing you with an exceptional experience. Best wishes for 2024! Warm regards, Annick and Guy"

On SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3rd, from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM, immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of our traditional Christmas market. With over 220 quality stalls, explore products from local artisans, artists, and farmers, ranging from crafts to local specialties, as well as "zero waste" items and "Made In Here" creations. Make the most of the day by participating in Christmas-themed workshops, from bread-making to crafting wreaths. Additionally, our small farm, pony rides, lavender distillation demonstrations, and musical entertainment ensure a memorable day for the whole family. BOOK YOUR STAY AT HOTEL DU CLOS To fully enjoy the market's activities, book a room at Hotel du Clos. Immerse yourself in the festive spirit of Christmas and discover local flavors by staying at our charming establishment. Our hotel provides the ideal setting for a magical getaway during the market. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the magic of Christmas at every moment.

A review by yesicannes.com At the Hôtel du Clos*** in Le Rouret, Annik and Guy Garnier invited the artists IcKasso and Alexy-Louis Garnier to spend a weekend in a calm and soothing haven of greenery. The summer art exhibition held on 17 and 18 June 2023 in this haven of calm and greenery in Le Rouret featured works by sculptor and painter IcKasso and photographer Alexy-Louis Garnier. In symbiosis with its verdant surroundings, this superb open-air exhibition invited visitors to take a fresh look at this exceptional green setting dotted with works of art as they strolled through the countryside, facing the majestic 19th-century stone bastide.  

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Through her painted sculptures, Isabelle Conrozier Kassovic depicts a colourful world where love rhymes with humour. Her terracotta works, all unique and faceless, are created in her studio in Le Rouret near Grasse. Les Demoiselles d'Isabelle, stylised female sculptures painted in acrylic, are created under the artistic signature of IcKasso, while the Classics Kassovic, classical female sculptures in bronze, display their sensuality with serenity.

 

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Photographer Alexis-Louis Garnier, whose hobby is travelling the world, took visitors on a magnificent journey through photographs taken during his escapades across the United States - such as those taken in the heart of Manhattan - including New York's famous sciurus carolinensis squirrel, W 57th St and 7th Ave (New York), a superb sunset taken from the Brooklyn Bridge and Philadelphia's Finding Home Mural. Passionate about nature and animals, Alexis has travelled the length and breadth of the Arctic Circle in complete autonomy. From his journey he has brought back some magnificent photos, including one of a family of reindeer taken 300 metres away under a garden tarpaulin.

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Free Entry: opening Friday 26 from 18h, Saturday 27 de 10h à 20h Through her Facets Exhibition, Ickasso invites you to discover her artistic universes where femininity rhymes with serenity and love (l’amour) with humor. Designed as a stroll in the sumptuous garden of the Hôtel du Clos, this exhibition explores the theme of femininity blossoming through 4 Collections which reflect the different views of the Artist:

• Callipygian : round-bottomed naïads or dancers painted in acrylic, the Demoiselles d’Isabelle are her artistic signature;
• Classic : never out of fashion, the Classics Kassovic, in bronze or in terracotta with a patina, display their sensuality with serenity;
• Cubist : the IcKasso series, cubist version of the precedent Collections, is revealed for the first time to the public;
• Colorful : the ColorIsa series of acrylic paintings declines the other Collections in 2 dimensions before escaping to the abstract, in a whirlpool of mediterranean colors.

About the Artist :

Born in 1959 in the United States of a Slavonic father and a French mother, Isabelle Kassovic Conrozier (IcKasso) is the holder of a CAPES and of a master degree in Mathematics. In 1989-91, she followed training in plastics arts at the University of Penn Valley à Kansas City (Missouri). She then lived in Singapore (1992-96), where she specialized in sculpture in terracotta in the studio of Lim Meng Khuong, where she acquired mastery of the academic nude. Living in Le Rouret since 1998, Isabelle has created her own studio and has exhibited since 2002. Isabelle is married and mother of 3 children, born in Singapore, Vietnam and France.  

From August 2 to 8, the Hotel du Clos will host the work of Mina Feingold, in a solo exhibition entitled "Trajectoires". Mina Feingold is a visual artist who started out as a sculptor and very quickly moved towards monumental work. From the beginning, it was the study of the body that guided her creation. Over the years, her practice and her fields of research have extended to different mediums and different subjects, to give life to a work that is above all human. Conceived as a walk in the open air, "Trajectoires" highlights the artist's path. From her first bronze sculptures to her latest mosaic creations, the works trace her artistic journey, in the magical setting of the gardens of the Hôtel du Clos. Opening on August 4th from 6pm. Registration recommended: communication47.50@minafeingold.com Exhibition from 2nd to 8th August 2022 at the Hôtel du Clos. 3 chemin des écoles - 06650 Le Rouret Free entrance from 2pm to 7pm. Artist's website: www.minafeingold.com Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)