Sainte-Agnès, Alpes-Maritimes
History
The Fort Maginot de Sainte-Agnès, which was built as part of the Maginot Line in 1932, is now a museum. It was built to defend the area against possible Italian and German invasion. However, it was never used since the invaders went around it. Tourist can enter the fort which could house between 300 and 400 soldiers for up to three months. Tour schedules are irregular so tourists have to make sure to confirm before visiting.
Geography
The narrow road to the village provides views of Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, Menton and on to Italy. Visitors can get to Menton by train and take the bus (line 10) from the Gare Routière station to Sainte-Agnès. It is also possible to drive for 25 minutes along the scenic road. The village sits overlooking the city of Menton and the Mediterranean.
Demographics
| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 304 | — |
| 1975 | 361 | +2.49% |
| 1982 | 455 | +3.36% |
| 1990 | 944 | +9.55% |
| 1999 | 1,094 | +1.65% |
| 2009 | 1,212 | +1.03% |
| 2014 | 1,157 | −0.92% |
| 2020 | 1,336 | +2.43% |
| Source: INSEE | ||
See also
References
- ^ "Répertoire national des élus: les maires". data.gouv.fr, Plateforme ouverte des données publiques françaises (in French). 2 December 2020.
- ^ "Populations de référence 2022" (in French). The National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies. 19 December 2024.
- ^ Ursula. "Sainte-Agnes, the Highest Village in the Mediterranean | Yo de Viajes". Retrieved 17 October 2021.
- ^ Population en historique depuis 1968, INSEE
