Circuit Forna, La Turbie
A stunning walk through the scarred hills above Eze
Taking in the two peaks of La Forna (621m) and La Simboula (675m) this walk leads you through the fire scarred landscape with great views overlooking the coastline.
The area is rich with history and with views of the snow capped mountains to the north this is a great walk for clear days, where you can see for miles around.
What to bring
IGN map 3742OT is recommended for this walk.
What to see
Sights in Monaco
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Trophee d'Auguste (Trophy of Augustus), La Turbie
Built in the year 6 BC, the trophy of Augustus honoured Octavius, Caesar's nephew and future emperor under the name of Augustus, who had conquered the Alpine tribes.
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Parc Princesse-Antoinette
Created in 1917 when Prince Albert I saved the area from industrialisation and created the park to protect the olive groves.
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Museum of Prehistoric Anthropology
The area around the Cote d'Azur is rich in prehistoric artefacts, many of which can be found in this fascinating museum.
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Le Jardin Exotique de Monaco
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.
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Eglise Sainte-Devote
Sainte-Dévote is the patron saint of the Principality of Monaco.
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Jardin Animalier, Monaco Ville
These zoological gardens were established in 1954 and house a collection of over 250 species of animals, from hippos to black panthers and lemurs.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Monaco
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La Chevre d'Or Restaurant, Eze
This gourmet restaurant offers panoramic views across the Mediterranean and gained two Michelin stars in 2011.
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Las Brisas Restaurant
Located in the Monte-Carlo Bay Resort, this restaurant is open only in the summer and serves Mediterranean cuisine on a pleasant terrace.
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Yoshi Restaurant
Yoshi Restaurant is located in Hotel Métropole Monte-Carlo and holds one Michelin star.
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Le Cap Restaurant, Saint Jean Cap Ferrat
Michelin-starred chef, Didier Anies, recognised as Meilleur Ouvrier de France in 2000, has created a gourmet cuisine at this restaurant; one which is unfussy, full of flavour and low key yet elegant.
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Louis XV Restaurant
Considered by many to be the finest restaurant on the Riviera, this Alain Ducasse delight has an opulent and dazzling setting in the heart of the Hôtel de Paris and holds three Michelin stars.
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Hostellerie Jerome Restaurant, La Turbie
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.
What to do
Things To Do in Monaco
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One Week Yacht Charter Itineraries
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.
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Luxury Chantella Yacht Trip
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
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Motorbike hire
Based in Menton, motorbike and scooter rental so you can explore the South of France.
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Road bike hire
This company is based in Menton and offers a range of road bikes.
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Luxury Rehab Yacht Trip
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
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Luxury Tayarrah Yacht Trip
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
Directions
From the car park located on the west side of La Turbie, follow RD 2564 for 200m towards the Col d'Eze to find a right turn just after the large warehouse. Turn up this road, Chemin de la Forna and continue along it where it soon turns to a dirt path. It will soon come above the toll station of the A8, where the noise will slightly distract from the tranquillity of this walk. You will soon reach the trail marked Fort de la Revere, take a left here and keep traversing the mountain. You soon reach another junction, take a left and follow the track to the summit of La Simboula 675m.
After taking in the views form the summit, return back down the ascent path and rejoin the trail taking a left to continue the traverse of the mountain. Follow this trail through two old military tunnels, both tall and narrow. Following this trail will lead you to the summit of La Forna 621m. After this summit continue along the path in the same direction to rejoin the approach trail that will lead you back to the town of La Turbie.
