Mixed review. Two years ago this was a great place to rest for a snack or lunch when exploring the centre of Nice. A lovely park with trees (shade) and interesting sculptures. 5 stars for 2020, though sadly that’s irrelevant now.

We visited again last week and it was the opposite. Absolutely no grass (possibly heatwave, so fair enough), but they have replaced the ground with rough sawdust clumps and debris. You wouldn’t sit on the ground anymore. Three quarters of the park was inaccessible, perhaps out of laziness. There were 3 separate construction projects going on around the park (not IN the park) that for some reason meant the park had to be partially closed and also meant there was tons of noise. Perhaps all the fences closing off the park are considered some hideous form of contemporary art, seeing as it is known to be a sculpture park.

At one point there was a no entry sign but people walked past it to sit next to the fountain anyway. After a few minutes, police arrived and kicked everyone out. There was no apparent reason for the park being closed - the fountain was not being refurbished, there was no construction work in this area.... just fences blocking it off so people cant access the much needed outdoor space. It seemed very extreme to have police patrolling and controlling people in a public space that should be accessible and inviting to everyone.

This is a vital green space in the centre of Nice, so it is very disappointing to see it like this and the decision to close it and let it go to ruin is not acceptable.

Still giving it 3 stars as it has the potential to be a great park again, as soon as the council stop making daft decisions.