Tête de Chien
A clifftop viewpoint about 550 metres above sea level behind Monaco, offering a panorama over the entire principality and the Côte d'Azur. It is the top choice for panoramic photos.
Tête de Chien is a limestone cliff top behind Monaco, in the French commune of La Turbie, at about 550 metres above sea level. It gets its name from its dog-head-like outline, and the top has an old military fort. Directly below the viewpoint lies the entire Principality of Monaco, with Port Hercule, the Rock old town and the high-rises of Monte Carlo all in view. On clear days you can also see the Italian coastline in the distance, making it a classic spot for a postcard-style panorama. You can drive or take a taxi up the middle road, or hike up an old path from Monaco in about one to one and a half hours, though the slope is steep. It can be visited together with the Trophy of Augustus in La Turbie.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Jardin Exotique de Monaco
- Nouveau Musée National de Monaco – Villa Paloma
- Fontvieille Park and Princess Grace Rose Garden
- Prince's Palace of Monaco
- Circuit de Monaco
- Church of Saint Devota
- Monaco Top Cars Collection
- Cathedral of Our Lady Immaculate