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Monaco is divided into four neighborhoods, which are called "quartiers" in French. The four quartiers are:
Monaco is a small sovereign city-state located on the French Riviera along the Mediterranean Sea in Western Europe. The country is divided into administrative wards and traditional districts for local governance and urban organization. Monaco-Ville serves as the historic center, while Monaco is governed as a single municipality and sovereign principality.
The country includes coastal urban districts, luxury residential neighborhoods, marinas, casinos, and steep Mediterranean hillsides packed into one of the most densely populated areas in the world. Different districts are known for tourism, finance, luxury real estate, entertainment, and maritime activities.
Key Facts
- National capital: Monaco (city-state)
- Historic center: Monaco-Ville
- Total population: 39,500 (Official estimate 2025)
- Total area: 2.08 km² (0.80 sq miles)
- Currency: Euro (€ , EUR)
- Bordering countries: France
- Total Administrative Wards: 10
- Government Type: Constitutional Monarchy
List of Wards and Districts of Monaco
Total wards shown: 10 | Combined population: 39,500 | Combined area: 2.08 km²
| # | Ward / District Name | Administrative Center | Location | Area (km²) | Population (Latest Census) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fontvieille | Fontvieille | Southwestern Coast | 0.33 | 4,000 |
| 2 | Jardin Exotique | Jardin Exotique | Northwestern Monaco | 0.23 | 5,800 |
| 3 | La Colle | La Colle | Western Monaco | 0.11 | 2,000 |
| 4 | La Condamine | La Condamine | Central Harbor Area | 0.37 | 4,500 |
| 5 | Larvotto | Larvotto | Eastern Coast | 0.18 | 2,200 |
| 6 | Les Moneghetti | Les Moneghetti | Northern Monaco | 0.11 | 3,500 |
| 7 | Monaco-Ville | Monaco-Ville | Historic Peninsula | 0.20 | 1,200 |
| 8 | Monte Carlo | Monte Carlo | Central-East Monaco | 0.44 | 8,500 |
| 9 | La Rousse | La Rousse | Northeastern Monaco | 0.11 | 11,000 |
| 10 | Saint Roman | Saint Roman | Eastern Border Area | 0.00 | 800 |
Largest Districts by Area
- Monte Carlo - 0.17 sq mi (0.44 km²)
- La Condamine - 0.14 sq mi (0.37 km²)
- Fontvieille - 0.13 sq mi (0.33 km²)
- Jardin Exotique - 0.09 sq mi (0.23 km²)
- Monaco-Ville - 0.08 sq mi (0.20 km²)
- Larvotto - 0.07 sq mi (0.18 km²)
Most Populous Districts
- La Rousse - Population: 11,000 (Official Estimate 2025)
- Monte Carlo - Population: 8,500 (Official Estimate 2025)
- Jardin Exotique - Population: 5,800 (Official Estimate 2025)
- La Condamine - Population: 4,500 (Official Estimate 2025)
- Fontvieille - Population: 4,000 (Official Estimate 2025)
- Les Moneghetti - Population: 3,500 (Official Estimate 2025)
Smallest Districts by Area
- Saint Roman - Less than 0.01 sq mi (Administrative sector)
- La Colle - 0.04 sq mi (0.11 km²)
- Les Moneghetti - 0.04 sq mi (0.11 km²)
- La Rousse - 0.04 sq mi (0.11 km²)
- Larvotto - 0.07 sq mi (0.18 km²)
- Monaco-Ville - 0.08 sq mi (0.20 km²)
Districts by Regional Grouping
- Central Harbor Area: La Condamine
- Central-East Monaco: Monte Carlo
- Eastern Border Area: Saint Roman
- Eastern Coast: Larvotto
- Historic Peninsula: Monaco-Ville
- Northeastern Monaco: La Rousse
- Northern Monaco: Les Moneghetti
- Northwestern Monaco: Jardin Exotique
- Southwestern Coast: Fontvieille
- Western Monaco: La Colle
Landlocked Districts
- Jardin Exotique
- La Colle
- Les Moneghetti
- La Rousse
- Saint Roman
Districts with Coastline
- Fontvieille
- La Condamine
- Larvotto
- Monaco-Ville
- Monte Carlo
Districts Sharing Borders with Other Countries
- France: All districts of Monaco border or are surrounded by France.
Major Landmarks by District
| District | Major Landmark | Known For |
|---|---|---|
| Monte Carlo | Monte Carlo Casino | Luxury tourism and gaming |
| Monaco-Ville | Prince's Palace | Historic old town |
| La Condamine | Port Hercules | Marina and commerce |
| Fontvieille | Fontvieille Harbor | Reclaimed land development |
| Larvotto | Larvotto Beach | Beachfront tourism |
| Jardin Exotique | Exotic Garden of Monaco | Botanical gardens and cliffs |
Sources
- Monaco Statistics
- World Bank - Monaco Data
- CIA World Factbook - Monaco
- Encyclopaedia Britannica - Monaco
- Government of Monaco
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