The town of Antibes was founded in the 5th century B.C. and was originally a colony of Marseilles, which was itself founded by Greek sailors from Asia Minor. Antibes’ original name of Antipolis (“the opposite city”) is almost certainly meant with respect to Marseilles and not, as many people believe, with Nikaïa (Nice), which was founded a couple of hundred years after Antibes. The ramparts that protect the city against potential invaders from the sea were initially built during the Middle Ages but redone by the incredibly prolific Vauban in the 17th century (go ahead, check out the link; this time, it doesn’t lead to the restaurant of the same name). Immediately in front of the wall is the town beach of Antibes. In October, it is naturally not as crowded as in the summer...