In Cannes, you can’t walk without a walk on the promenade. It’s about 2 km long and it’s beautiful, especially when bathed in the sun or lit up by lights at night. Beautiful scenery, gorgeous buildings, expensive restaurants and top-notch shops, lots of people to watch here, plus the enviable pricey cars. There are lots of ice cream vendors or coffee stalls along the way, and plenty of seats. The beach is mostly private but there are public parts to enjoy, so there is no reason not to paddle in the Mediterranean.