Citadelle Saint-Elme, Nice

Name: Citadelle Saint-Elme
Address: Nice, France

#59 among attractions in Nice

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The Saint-Elme citadel located in Villefranche-sur-Mer is a historical monument that is part of a larger military architectural complex that includes the Fort du Mont Alban, the Saint-Hospice tower in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and the battery in Beaulieu-sur-Mer. This device constituted a defensive ensemble around the royal port of La Darse, the military port of the States of Savoy.

Built in the 16th century, the Villefranche citadel is one of the first examples of bastioned fortifications in Europe.

Coordinates: 43°42'5"N, 7°18'40"E

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Citadelle Saint-Elme – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, Villa Kerylos, Port de la Darse, Grotte du Lazaret.

0.9 miE
Museum, Vernacular architecture, Historical place
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, Nice
24 min walk • Nestled on the serene peninsula of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild stands as a testament to the opulence and grandeur of the Belle Époque era. This sumptuous museum, once a private residence, was built by Baroness Béatrice de Rothschild, an...
1.1 miE
Museum, Vernacular architecture, Historical place
Villa Kerylos, Nice
30 min walk • Nestled in the stunning French Riviera, Villa Kerylos is a hidden gem that transports visitors back to the elegance of ancient Greece. Situated in the town of Beaulieu-sur-Mer, close to the city of Nice, this exceptional museum is a faithful reconstruction of a...
~1210 ftSW
Sailing, Marina
Port de la Darse, Nice
6 min walk • The dock of Villefranche-sur-Mer is the historical port of this city in the Alpes-Maritimes, on the French Riviera. It is the former arsenal of the Duchy of Savoy, which later became the Kingdom of Sardinia.
1.1 miSW
Famed cave known for prehistoric remains
Grotte du Lazaret, Nice
28 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque city of Nice on the French Riviera lies the Grotte du Lazaret, a prehistoric site that offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of ancient humans. This archaeological gem, located at the foot of Mont Boron, has become a vital source of...
~920 ftN
Area
Villefranche-sur-Mer, Nice
5 min walk • Villefranche-sur-Mer is a commune in the Alpes-Maritimes department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region on the French Riviera and is located south-west of the Principality of Monaco, which is just west of the French-Italian border.
1 miSE
Park
Jardin botanique "Les Cèdres", Nice
27 min walk • The Jardin botanique "Les Cèdres", often called simply Les Cèdres or the Jardin de la villa "Les Cèdres", is a private botanical garden located at 57 Avenue Denis Séméria, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
0.7 miNE
Vernacular architecture, Memorial, Forts and castles
Villa Leopolda, Nice
19 min walk • The Villa La Leopolda is a large detached villa in Villefranche-sur-Mer, in the Alpes-Maritimes department on the French Riviera. The villa is situated in 18 acres of grounds. The villa has had several notable owners including Gianni and Marella Agnelli, Izaak and Dorothy J.
1.1 miSW
Vernacular architecture, Memorial
Villa Beau Site, Nice
29 min walk • Villa Beau Site is a historic mansion in Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, France. It was built from 1885 to 1890, and it was designed by architect Sébastien-Marcel Biasini. It has been listed as an official national monument since July 27, 1987.
1.4 miSE
Area
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Nice
37 min walk • Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat is a commune in the Alpes-Maritimes department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in Southeastern France. In 2017, it had a population of 1,573.
0.6 miW
Historical place, Forts and castles
Fort du Mont-Alban, Nice
15 min walk • The fort of Mount Alban is a military fortification. Built between 1557 and 1560 on the eponymous hill between Nice and the harbor of Villefranche, it is one of the rare testimonies of military architecture of the middle of the 16th century in...
1.1 miW
Museum
Terra Amata Archaeological Site, Nice
29 min walk • Terra Amata is an archaeological site in open air located on the slopes of Mount Boron in Nice, at a level 26 meters above the current sea level of the Mediterranean. It was discovered and excavated in 1966 by Henry de Lumley.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Citadelle Saint-Elme?

Nearby attractions include Villefranche-sur-Mer, Nice (5 min walk), Rue Obscure, Nice (5 min walk), St. Michael's Church, Nice (5 min walk), Saint-Pierre Chapel, Nice (6 min walk).

How to get to Citadelle Saint-Elme by public transport?

The nearest stations to Citadelle Saint-Elme:

Bus

Hôtel de Ville • Lines: 80 (3 min walk)
Port de la Santé • Lines: 80 (3 min walk)

Train

Villefranche-sur-Mer (11 min walk)
Nice Riquier (28 min walk)

Tram

Saint-Roch (30 min walk)
Saint-Jean d'Angély Université • Lines: 1 (31 min walk)