Monaco is situated on the south eastern coast of France. A tiny coastal Principality, this independent country is framed by mountains and punctuates the French coastline between Cap d'Ail and Menton just before you step across the border into Italy.
Please use the interactive map of Monaco below to zoom in or out to see more of the coastline or more of Monaco. To help you choose your holiday rental accommodation in Monaco, all Beausoleil holiday rental apartments are displayed on the map. Clicking on any of the properties on the map will bring you to the detailed description of the property.
Monaco in numbers
Population
32,020
Number restaurants
120
Number bars
30
Distance airport
15km
Time by helicopter
7 mins
The nearest airport to Monaco is Nice airport. It is a short helicopter ride to Monaco or a very scenic drive or train journey to this tiny country. Monaco is the second smallest independent state after the Vatican City and is ruled by HSH Prince Albert II.
Situated right on the coast Monaco is squeezed by mountains that choose this point to sweep down closer to the sea than anywhere else along the French Riviera. It makes land a premium commodity in Monaco but also makes for a spectacular cityscape where high rise apartment blocks are diminished by soaring mountains. With its proximity to Italy and the Italian Riviera and its reputation for luxurious apartments Monaco is a unique choice for a very special holiday break. Monaco holiday rental apartments are a very popular way to enjoy an inexpensive break in the Principality.
Monaco in summary
Neighbour east
Roquebrune
Neighbour west
Cap d'Ail
Nearest city
Nice
Nearest airport
Nice Cote d'Azur
Situation
Coastal
Monaco's population is tiny but it is said to have more millionaires per square metre than any other place. A tax haven for the rich and famous it has a certain type of resident and has had a reputation of being quite an 'old' town, but this has now changed.
With the new Premier HSH Prince Albert II at the helm, Monaco has revived itself into a younger, more dynamic, more accessible country. It's location between France and Italy and it's international status means that Monaco comes under many influences and feels like a very cosmopolitan place to be, that is not all millionaires and diamonds. There's a simple, beautiful and everyday side to Monaco too.
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Lovely 1-bedroom apartment in Beausoleil featuring a sunny, corner terrace with breakfast table and sea views. This is a stunning location just minutes from the chic Principality of Monaco.
This fully furnished two bedroom apartment has spectacular panoramic views over the principality of Monaco and the Mediterranean Sea. Located right in the heart of Monte Carlo, this apartment offers every conceivable amenity right on its doorstep.
A fresh, spacious 2 bedroom apartment with balconies offers wonderful sea views over Monaco and the deep blue Mediterranean sea. Close to shops, markets and Monaco beach and within easy walking distance of all of Monaco.
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