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A pretty medieval village away from the crowds
On arriving in Gorbio you’ll find yourself in the Place de la Republic - a traditional village square complete with historic fountain, 300 year old elm tree and two restaurants.
Unlike some of the area’s medieval villages, Gorbio still has a very lived-in feel to it; there aren’t so many ex-pats or holiday-makers here and there are plenty of locals who have lived here for generations. The village square is a real focal point with children playing football round the fountain, elderly folk chatting under the ancient tree and neighbours stopping for a chat and a pastis at the café.
It's certainly a bit less “polished” than some of the other villages but this adds to its charm - some of the streets are a bit ramshackle and some of the houses look like they’ve been deemed 'beyond repair' and left to the elements. However, the village is still extremely pretty and has plenty of character.
Gorbio is an excellent starting point for exploring the Alpes-Maritimes, just take a quick stroll around the village and see how many hiking signposts there are. From here you can start the GR51 that runs all the way up to Lake Geneva in the northern Alps.
Surprisingly, Gorbio is quite a happening little place!
As well as regular events such as the annual flamenco festival and various religious fetes, there are also regular entertainments going on throughout the year - African dancing, traditional folk music, art exhibitions, etc.
If you visit in June you might be lucky enough to see one of their more unusual events - the Procession des Limaces, or the Slug Procession. The village is decorated with flowers and ribbons and little candles are placed inside snail shells that illuminate the village as night falls.
They also have random art works displayed high up on the walls throughout the village - they don’t stick to any one style or theme, they’re just there to be enjoyed.
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Chateau Lascaris is documented as far back as 1040, so is pretty well-qualified to host the local museum.
Other historic monuments include the Fountain of Malaussene built in 1882, two chapels from the 12th and 15th centuries, and the church of Saint Barthelemy which dates back to 1683.
Fulfilling Princess Grace of Monaco's desire to have a Japanese garden in Monaco, this spectacular space is enjoyed by thousands of people each year.
Monaco's exotic garden was opened to the public in 1933. In its prestigious, open-air setting, it brings together a wide variety of succulent plants.
These zoological gardens were established in 1954 and house a collection of over 250 species of animals, from hippos to black panthers and lemurs.
The Museum of Napoleonic Souvenirs and Historic Archives of the Palace houses a collection by Prince Louis II.
The grand palace of the Prince of Monaco was built in 1215 by the Genoese and has been transformed into one of the most luxurious residences in the world.
Prince Rainier III was a huge car enthusiast and amassed a vast collection of vintage cars.
This family-friendly beach is easy to get to but not so easy to find, which is perhaps why it always stays fairly quiet even in peak season.
Plage Buse is a pretty and undulating stretch of pebbly coastline tucked away to the west of the Roquebrune Cap Martin peninsula.
Larvotto is the principality of Monaco's most popular sandy beach and the main one with free public access. Covered in smooth imported fine gravel this man-made beach is made up of both private and public areas of beach.
Made up of a selection of private and public areas, with the most popular stretch being Plage de Fossan to the east.
Set to the back drop of Menton's colourful and pretty old town, these beaches stretch eastwards from the Port towards the Italian border.
Plage Marquet is the most easterly of the Cap d’Ail beaches and is right on the border with Monaco.
Situated in the luxury Hotel de Paris, this restaurant serves modern Mediterranean cuisine qith great panoramic views of the sea.
Located in Hotel Metropole, this restaurant is lead by Executive Chef Christophe Cussac. It holds two Michelin stars.
'Fish chic' restaurant in Port Hercule that is located on the sixth floor of the Port Palace Hotel, overlooking the marina.
Views over the Principality's legendary Opera House, Prince's Palace, and Casino - against a backdrop the azure splendour of the Mediterranean.
Orchestrated by Chef Joël Garault, this chic restaurant offers delightful gourmet seafood.
Chef Bruno Cirino prepares Mediterranean dishes that carefully showcase the flavours of local produce. A light and creative cuisine that you can enjoy in their elegant dining room with vaulted ceilings and frescoes or their shaded terrace overlooking the sea.
Views over the Principality's legendary Opera House, Prince's Palace, and Casino - against a backdrop the azure splendour of the Mediterranean.
The Hôtel de Paris' fantastic cocktail bar and lounge oozes old world class. It has a cosy, elegant low-key ambiance, with big leather armchairs, sea views and live music from Doctor Gabs' piano.
Sit back in this lounge and take in the magnificent views across the Mediterranean, Port Hercule and the Rock of Monaco, while luxuriating in the atmosphere of exclusivity.
The relaxed atmosphere and sublime vista make it the perfect spot to enjoy, 24 hours a day, according to your rhythm and fancy...
With Belle Epoque style windows, recalling the old Parisian bistros, the building creates a bright and friendly atmosphere.
Offering the very best of Italian and contemporary Japanese cuisine in a unique setting combined with eclectic live performances to ensure every visit is truly memorable.
As well as hiking, Gorbio is also a great place for trail runners. There are two annual events that are embraced by the locals and get great support.
Les 12 Bornes de Gorbio is a short but challenging little 12km jaunt starting in Gorbio and looping round Roquebrune Cap Martin to return via La Coupiere.
The Trail de Gorbio is a full marathon (42km) that traverses some of the steepest terrain in the area and clocks up 2,895m of positive altitude gain.
Experience the French Riviera your way with 212 yachts, using one of their sample itineraries or with a specialised itinerary created just for you, based on what you like and don't like, as well as their own expertise.
This two hour cruise departs from Monaco to take you on a stunning sunset cruise on the Cote d'Azur.
This boat trip departs from Monaco and can run for 2, 3 or 4 hours - so you can choose whether you want a quick spin along the coast or a more extended trip.
Witness the glitz and glamour of Monte Carlo after dark.
This is a coastal trip departing from Monaco to explore the gems of the Cote d'Azur with opportunities to swim and snorkel in the glistening Mediterranean.
A wide selection of guides and tours of the French Riviera covering famous destination such as Monaco, Antibes, Cannes, Nice and Saint-Tropez. You can also experience the Italian Markets in San Remo and Ventimiglia as well as enjoy wine tasting and culinary tours.
Standing at 36.10 meters, this motor yacht is an incredible option for cruising the Mediterranean.
This stylish Sunseeker superyacht charter offers indulgence and luxury at sea. Winning Streak is the perfect yacht for entertaining clients or spending quality time with family and friends. Exterior space is generous onboard this Sunseeker superyacht charter.
60m Benetti Motor Yacht ANDREAS L is a spectacular motor yacht crafted in 2008 in the world-renowned Benetti shipyard. Her futuristic and elegant exterior lines are a tribute to the Benetti design team and effortlessly cause heads to turn and admire her beauty. Her pristine white exterior paint provides a stunning contrast to the deep blue waters she navigates.
Motor yacht Ava is a timeless 40 metre yacht based in Monaco year-round. Making her an excellent choice for discovering the French Riviera in style. She is one of the rare yachts that can cruise with more than 12 guests on the Riviera, being able to take up to 49 guests cruising. So she is a popular choice for spoiling all your friends with a yacht charter or for impressing associates for a corporate event.
Performing in the charter marker, Ocean's Seven 2 is reportedly the only sailing yacht which has four guest staterooms which convert from eight single beds to four king-sized beds of seven seven-foot in length.
Designed for Ocean sailing, Tiara is exceptionally stable at sea, with full sails and a spacious interior.
Aqua Yoga sessions delivered at your villa pool by qualified, insured and highly experienced instructors.
A rowing club that supports athletes and amateurs in Monaco to reach their goals, whether they are leisure based or competitive.
This facility offers an excellent opportunity for all those wishing to train and/or specialise in aquatic and underwater areas.
Many of the world’s most prestigious private yachts fly the Yacht Club de Monaco’s burgee, testimony to its unique position on the international yachting scene.
This historical club was created in 1951, a time when diving was made more popular thanks to Captain Cousteau and his famous red cap.
Lessons delivered at your villa pool by qualified, insured and highly experienced instructors.
Gorbio doesn’t have a huge choice of hotels but there are plenty of decent campsites and a gite, Maison Raimondi, which all make a great base for exploring the area.
This apartment is close to the Casino Place, set in a prestigious building with pool, spa, fitness , 24h concierge and a room service.
Set on a high floor of an exclusive residence with 24h security situated walking distance to the beach, this fantastic 4 bedroom apartment provides renovated interiors and a panoramic sea view. Casino Square is 10 minutes away.
This most luxurious building makes up the Southern tip of the Principality. It sits directly on the waterfront, with over 180 degrees of sea view.
At the heart of the ''Golden Square", set within one of the most prestigious building in the Principality with indoor pool, fitness, sauna and 24h security service, this 2 bedroom apartment enjoys pleasant views of the gardens and the city.
Apartment in a residence with swimming pool, located in the Jardin Exotique area, benefiting from sea view.
Set on a promontory on the same cape as Monte-Carlo Beach, the Villa has a magnificent panoramic view of the Mediterranean, the Principality of Monaco and Roquebrune-Cap-Martin Bay.
Elegant and exclusive hotel in the centre of Monaco, ideally located right in front of the casino.
In a relaxed yet sophisticated ambiance, this hotel offers you a whole new experience of a legendary destination.
The Columbus hotel's style is Riviera chic, where beautifully glamorous and barefoot elegance sit easily side by side. The service is graceful, genuinely friendly and always attentive. The feeling is cool, exclusive and laid back. An excellent choice.
Exquisite and intimate, the rooms and suites of Château Eze cling to the side of the ancient rock walls of Eze, a thousand-year-old Medieval village more than 400 metres above the Mediterranean Sea.
With urban elegance, chic interiors and just steps away from the casino, boutique shopping and the legendary F1 Grand Prix circuit, this hotel is a gem in the heart of Monaco.
Boasting remarkable sea views of St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, this luxurious hotel is listed among the 500 World's Best Hotels.
You can reach Gorbio on public transport but plan ahead as you’ll need to change at Menton and the bus up into the mountains does not run as often as the coastal service. Getting to Menton is easy using the train or the no.100 bus from Nice, you then take bus no.7 from Menton train station - you can see the timetable on our buses page.
From Nice airport to Monaco, they handle the rest. The Côte d’Azur's most trusted private transfers.
Created in 1976 this company has grown and has now transported well over 100,000 passengers. They have a fleet of 12 craft to meet client demands.
With a long history and experience in the VIP transport industry this company is proud of its personal and high-quality services.
With an International fleet of jets and helicopters based across Europe it is quick and easy to get a private charter flight for business, pleasure or an airport transfer.
Heli Securite offer transfers on a helicopter from the airport to your yacht or various destinations in and around the Cannes area, St Tropez and Monaco. In addition to this they also service all of the main French ski resorts from their base in Courchevel.
Stunning villa with sea views and a swimming pool near Monaco
In the heart of the sought-after village of La Turbie, in a secure, highly sought-after residence, this elegant one-sided semi-detached house embodies the Mediterranean art of living in all its splendour.
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