La Turbie, Mediterranean commune in Alpes-Maritimes, France
The commune of La Turbie stands at an elevation between 146 and 658 meters, offering views across the Mediterranean Sea and Monaco below.
The Roman monument Trophy of Augustus, built in 6 BC, marks the ancient boundary between Italy and Gaul on the Via Julia Augusta.
The Church of Saint Michael, constructed during the 11th century, displays Baroque architecture with detailed stone carvings and religious artifacts.
Visitors can reach La Turbie by bus from Nice or Monaco, with regular services operating throughout the day from both cities.
The town contains a medieval center with narrow streets, stone houses, and vaulted passages that connect to the main square Place Neuve.
Location: canton of Villefranche-sur-Mer
Location: Alpes-Maritimes
Location: arrondissement of Nice
Elevation above the sea: 447 m
Shares border with: Beausoleil, Cap-d'Ail, Èze, Peille, La Trinité, Commune of Monaco
Phone: +33492415161
Email: accueil@ville-la-turbie.fr
Website: http://ville-la-turbie.fr
GPS coordinates: 43.74556,7.40083
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:46
The French Riviera offers numerous sites beyond the main tourist routes. Medieval hilltop villages such as Èze and Saint-Paul de Vence perch above the coast, while historic fortifications like Fort Carré in Antibes preserve the region's maritime past. Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild on Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and Château Grimaldi in Cagnes-sur-Mer display architectural styles from different eras. The region extends from the coastline to the backcountry. The Îles de Lérins off Cannes are accessible by ferry, Col de la Bonette reaches 9,193 feet (2,802 meters) elevation, and Vallée des Merveilles in the Mercantour preserves prehistoric rock carvings. Hiking trails cross Parc national du Mercantour and follow the coast at Cap d'Ail. The Gorges du Verdon to the north form one of Europe's deepest canyons. Museums in Nice focus on Marc Chagall, Henri Matisse and Asian art. The Musée de la Mer on Île Sainte-Marguerite documents the island fortress's history. Smaller towns like Tourrettes-sur-Loup and Le Cannet lie a few miles from the coastal cities. Lac de Saint-Cassien near Montauroux provides water sports in a rural setting.
The French Riviera between Monaco and Saint-Tropez features a diverse architectural heritage reflecting centuries of history. Visitors can explore medieval villages such as the historic center of Grasse, known as the perfume capital since the 16th century, or Saint-Paul-de-Vence, home to the Maeght Foundation and its modern art collection. The region also has Belle Époque buildings like the Negresco Hotel in Nice, along with 20th-century architectural creations such as the Palais Bulles in Théoule-sur-Mer. Mediterranean gardens are another attraction along this coastal area. The Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat has nine themed gardens with vegetation suited to the local climate. The Bastide du Roy in Antibes preserves its geometric gardens and century-old olive trees. The coastline offers several vantage points overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, notably from the Le Corbusier Promenade connecting Cap Martin to Monaco over two miles, or from coves like Coco Beach where rocks and pebbles enable swimming and marine life observation.
Musée océanographique de Monaco
2.6 km
Monaco Top Cars Collection
2.1 km
Tête de Chien
1.5 km
Chemin des Révoires
1.7 km
Jardin Exotique de Monaco
1.9 km
New National Museum of Monaco
1.8 km
Zoological Garden of Monaco
2.1 km
Saint Nicholas Church
2.4 km
Museum of Stamps and Coins
2.1 km
Sacred Heart Church
1.6 km
Museum of Prehistoric Anthropology
1.8 km
Église Saint-Michel de La Turbie
107 m
Chapelle Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Monaco
2.2 km
Monte Carlo View
1.7 km
Église Saint-Martin de Monaco
1.9 km
Princess Grace Rose Garden
2.5 km
Carrière romaine du Mont Justicier
851 m
Notre-Dame de Laghet
1.8 km
Gibet du Mont Justicier
840 m
Fontaine de La Turbie
65 m
La Condamine Market
2.1 km
New National Museum of Monaco
1.8 km
Monte-Carlo Golf Club
2.4 km
Le Simona
1.7 km
L'Escorial
1.6 km
Les Ligures
1.5 km
Terrasses de Fontvieille
2.1 km
Observatory Cave
1.9 kmReviews
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