The beach underwent an extensive multi-year redevelopment by Renzo Piano Building Workshop to improve sustainability and accessibility.
It is the only public beach in the Principality of Monaco.
The sand composition is specifically engineered to be stable and comfortable while minimizing environmental impact on the surrounding Mediterranean ecosystem.
The beach is located within a 'Marine Protected Area,' which restricts certain watercraft and promotes marine biodiversity.
The promenade includes a dedicated cycle lane that connects to the wider Monaco urban cycling network.
Despite being an artificial beach, it is designed to be fully wheelchair accessible via specialized ramps and infrastructure.
Larvotto Beach is Monaco's primary public seaside destination, featuring a 400-meter-long stretch of artificial sand. Following a major renovation completed in 2021, the beach features an expansive pedestrian promenade, landscaped gardens, and modern amenities designed to mitigate coastal erosion. The beach is composed of imported fine gravel and sand, maintained to prevent the typical rocky coastline characteristics of the region. It is integrated into a multi-level complex housing restaurants, beach clubs, and retail spaces. The site utilizes an anti-jellyfish net during the summer months to improve swimmer safety. Situated within a protected marine reserve, the waters are monitored for high environmental quality.
From the elevated walkway near the Grimaldi Forum looking down the length of the promenade and beach.
Bring water shoes, as the seabed can be rocky in certain areas despite the imported sand on the surface.
Arrive early during peak summer months to secure a spot in the public sections, as the beach becomes crowded quickly.
Utilize the public showers and changing facilities provided along the promenade.
Do not attempt to swim outside of the demarcated anti-jellyfish net zones, as currents and marine traffic can be hazardous.
Topless sunbathing is common and socially accepted, but swimwear should be kept for the beach area; shirts and footwear are required for the adjacent promenade and restaurants.
