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Le Fort Antoine dans La Ville
18th century fort converted into a modern open air theatre
This fort was built in the 18th century with a beautiful promontory position overlooking the bay.
Much of it was destroyed in 1944 in the Second World War but was reconstructed at the demand of Prince Rainier III and is now a gorgeous open air theatre.
Its military architecture, watchtower and the almost total solitude which can be found there, all combine to give it a particular charm. Its stage has been pleasantly arranged with a pyramid of cannon balls at its centre. The military architecture of the fort is emphasised by the pittosporum hedges which serve as protection where there is no parapet.
When to come
For a list of events at the theatre please check the listing.
