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Cemetery of the Old Château

Tourist attraction Cemetery

One of the Top rated Tourist attractions in Menton


Address

unu, Mnt du Souvenir, 06500 Menton, France

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (125 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: (New Year's Day), 7 am to 5 pm, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: 7 am to 5 pm
  • Wednesday: 7 am to 5 pm
  • Thursday: 7 am to 5 pm
  • Friday: 7 am to 5 pm
  • Saturday: 7 am to 5 pm
  • Sunday: 7 am to 5 pm

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  • 5/5 maria j. 7 years ago on Google
    We discovered this place by accident - driving along the Boulevard de Garavan - a dazzling drive, scented by Cedar trees looking down to the aquamarine Mediterranean below but reaching it by car is treacherous. If you have to reverse to allow oncoming traffic to pass - the drop down to the sea is a long way. Very narrow road. But once find your way here - the views are incredable - along the coast to Italy on your left and to Cap Martin on your right. Inside this very ancient Cemetry on a outcrop overlooking the red tiled rooftops below - the final resting places of familys are more like little houses, forever gazing out to sea. When we descended to Menton below and sitting in a cafe next to the sea and told someone where we had been - they gave us a look and said 'most people walk to visit it'.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mike G. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely old cemetery with stunning views.William Webb Ellis is buried here.Well worth the hike up the hill.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tatyana S. 2 years ago on Google
    Very peaceful place with beautiful views of Menton and the sea. Definitely recommend visiting.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Boris M. 1 year ago on Google
    Germans, Poles, Russians, French, Americans are all buried here. It makes you wonder what the story is behind each of these graves, how did they end up here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Angelina De C. 11 months ago on Google
    Why I am a tombstone tourist at times? It is architecture, with art stones from different eras, the finely carved sculptures, they were meant to be seen and appreciated. I will always find something interesting about history as well. I am curious about the stories of the people whose lives are represented on the tombs. This peaceful abode's permanent residents include a Russian prince, the tomb of William Webb Ellis, legendary inventor of the sport. Aubrey Vincent Beardsley an English illustrator and author. Plus this lovely Kingdom of eternal rest has one of the most beautiful viewpoints of Menton. Look out over beautiful carved angels to the dazzling blue of the Mediterranean Sea💙.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mario M. 1 year ago on Google
    Peaceful, amazing view, calm, stunning You need to visit this place
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leila C. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful views from this slightly crumbling cemetery with a range of French, Italian, Russian, English and even New Zealand graves.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Irene Y. 5 years ago on Google
    Arrived at the gate at 4PM and it was closed, even though it is supposed to close at 5PM. No explanation provided!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 frederic b. 6 years ago on Google
    Small but beautiful. Best views of Menton and surroundings. Access by foot allows to roam through the historical old town.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hannier P. 5 years ago on Google
    If you are in the Menton area, don't hesitate to go to the Old Cemetery. It is an interesting place with fabulous views of the bay. Highly recommended before sunset and enjoy the quite streets of the Old Town
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Martín S. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place with amazing view of Menton

  • 5/5 Jason E. 4 years ago on Google
    Outstanding. The views and the state of peace are unmatched

  • 5/5 herm d. 10 months ago on Google
    Menton has been attracting European vacationers and retirees for 150 years and many of them ended their days here. And it would be hard to find a more scenic spot for a last farewell. There are residents here from the USA to Russia and most points in between. Many of the graves teeter on the brink of a precipice with no safeguarding for grieving relatives or inquisitive visitors but it is wildly beautiful. The British section is on a lower level accessed by a gate to the right of the main entrance where you will find escapees from Stalybridge and Wimbledon resting in the Mediterranean sunshine. Joining them for a few moments quiet reflection is rewarding.

  • 5/5 Hilary 10 months ago on Google
    About 10-15mins straight walk uphill from the basilica cathedral is the cemetery. There is only 1 exit and entrance which is beside a main road. Entry is free. On a late Thursday afternoon, it was very peaceful and there were only 3-4 other visitors. The cemetery offers a nice view of menton but the place itself is very charming with its medieval theme and random spots w wild roses growing 💕 Definitely worth a visit if you happen to visit the cathedral as well!

  • 5/5 Lovasz R. 10 months ago on Google
    The view from the cemetery is stunning... you can walk along wonderful streets until you arrive...

  • 5/5 AniaZ 8 months ago on Google
    very atmospheric place on top of the hill. old tombstones, silence, a place to reflect. at the same time, beautiful views of the sea and the city

  • 5/5 Olena 8 months ago on Google
    There is something in this place … go there, look on these old tombs and hear the silence.


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