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Les Révoires (Monaco)
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Practical info — Les Révoires

🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

  • The steep terrain means comfortable shoes are essential, even if you utilize the public elevators.
  • This district is known for its terraced construction, offering some of the best vantage points in Monaco.
  • As it is primarily residential, it is much quieter than Monte Carlo, making it first-rate for a peaceful stroll.
  • Check the opening hours of the nearby Jardin Exotique before your visit, as it has been undergoing extensive renovations.

🍽 Food

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Socca (chickpea pancake)

Look for small snack shops selling this local street food favorite.

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Pissaladière (onion tart)

A popular savory snack available at neighborhood bakeries.

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Mediterranean salads

Enjoy a light lunch at a cafe offering panoramic views over the principality.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Local grocery stores

Excellent for picking up water and snacks before walking up the higher streets.

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Souvenir shops

Find small keepsakes near the tourist attractions at the edge of the district.

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Chemin des Révoires

The highest point in Monaco has a tranquil walk with spectacular views.

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Parc Princesse Antoinette

A lovely, peaceful park featuring centuries-old olive trees.

Les Révoires is the smallest district by area and the highest in elevation within the Principality of Monaco, characterized by its extreme slope on the foothills of Mont Agel. This neighborhood contains the highest point of the national territory along the Chemin des Révoires, standing at 162 meters above sea level. The urban development is primarily residential, consisting of exclusive apartment complexes that are often terraced due to the challenging topography. Despite its small size, Les Révoires has a peaceful atmosphere away from the tourist crowds of Monte Carlo. Strategically located, the district borders the Jardin Exotique and the French commune of Beausoleil. Steep streets and public staircases are defining features of the cityscape, providing new vantage points of the harbor and the Mediterranean at every turn. Les Révoires also serves as a key transit point for connections leading into the French hinterland.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Jul, Sep.

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Rain mm5553625648291723478812381

Geography

Population
32,965
Coordinates
43.73580, 7.41680

Facts

  • Chemin des Révoires is the highest point in Monaco at 162m.
  • The district covers an area of only about 0.09 square kilometers.
  • It is one of the least densely populated sectors of the Principality.
  • Les Révoires is home to the Princess Antoinette Park.
  • The inclination of some streets here is among the steepest in the city.
  • The district provides direct access to the Moyenne Corniche highway.

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Sights in the town Les Révoires (7)

Trophée des Alpes🏺 historical

An imposing Roman victory monument located in La Turbie near Monaco.

Église Saint-Martin⛪ religious

A religious place of worship in the surroundings of Monaco.

Église du Sacré Coeur⛪ religious

Roman Catholic church dedicated to the Sacred Heart in Les Revoires, Monaco.

Chapelle Saint-Roch⛪ religious

Roman Catholic chapel dedicated to Saint Roch in Les Revoires, Monaco.

Mont de la Bataille🌿 nature

Natural hill in Les Revoires, Monaco.

Nuit à la turbie🌿 nature

A viewpoint in Les Révoires offering views towards the commune of La Turbie.

Frequently asked questions

What is special about Les Révoires?
It is the smallest district in Monaco and home to the highest point in the principality.
Where is the highest point located?
The Chemin des Révoires reaches an altitude of about 161 meters above sea level.
Are there any parks there?
A portion of the famous Jardin Exotique extends into this district.
What is the atmosphere in this neighborhood?
It is a predominantly quiet residential area with steep streets and spectacular views.
Is Les Révoires accessible on foot?
Yes, but it is very steep; less mobile visitors should take the bus or use the public elevators.
Les Révoires: where is it located?
Les Révoires is located in Monaco.
Les Révoires: what is there to see?
Highlights include Trophée des Alpes, Église Saint-Martin, Église du Sacré Coeur.
Les Révoires: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Jul, Sep.
Les Révoires: why is it worth visiting?
Les Révoires is the smallest district by area and the highest in elevation within the Principality of Monaco, characterized by its extreme slope on the foothills of Mont Agel.
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