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Port Hercule

Port Hercule is Monaco’s harbour, where a walk along the waterfront helps show how the port relates to the city. Continuing towards Monaco-Ville involves a noticeable climb.

Port Hercule
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The place

What makes it special

  • Walk along the harbour edge and take in its relationship with the city.
  • The boat-bus can connect two sides of the harbour when its service and timings suit your route.
La Condamine
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Port Hercule
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Port Hercule

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Monaco-Ville on foot: the Rock, Saint-Martin and the harbour

A day in Monaco-Ville works best when you take the bus uphill and save the walking for the Rock, its gardens and the descent to the harbour.

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Tree-lined path in the Saint-Martin Gardens of Monaco-Ville.

Monaco on foot with public lifts and urban gardens

In Monaco, distance can be deceptive: the challenge is not crossing the map but connecting different levels. This route links La Condamine, Monaco-Ville and Monte-Carlo using mechanised passages, buses and green breaks.

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Profile updated: 30/09/2026