The Princess wished to create an exhibition on a circus theme, which was inaugurated on Tuesday, 21 November by the Princely Family.

As you enter the premises that previously housed the Prince’s Car Collection, on the Terrasses de Fontvieille, the sunlight gives way to subdued lighting and suddenly you’re in… a red and white circus tent! Where a big exhibition about the circus, and more specifically the International Festival initiated by Prince Rainier III, comes to life.

Stage costumes, official records, archive photos and video footage, props, artwork… The exhibition celebrates a double anniversary: the 50th anniversary of the Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival and the 100th of the birth of Prince Rainier III. “It’s a fortunate coincidence,” smiles Princess Stéphanie, the initiator of this major project entitled “The Prince at the Heart of the Circus.”

“My father passed his love of the circus on to me, it’s deep in my veins,” said the Princess, who is delighted to be working with Charlène Dray, a former student at the Pavillon Bosio who holds a doctorate in circus studies and is the exhibition’s scientific curator.

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Fifty Years of History

From clowns to acrobats, by way of the menagerie, a lot of research was carried out using 50 years’ worth of Festival archive material. “We really worked hand in hand, using my personal memories too. Charlène went through thousands of photos and we chose them together,” says Princess Stéphanie.

Asked about the possibility of a Circus museum being created in Monaco, the Princess exclaimed: “May God hear you, may the Prince hear you, may Saint Devota hear you! It’s my most cherished wish! (…) The circus also contributes to Monaco’s reputation around the world. I know, for example, that in China Monaco was best known for the circus, then for the Grand Prix or the Prince. So I think there are valid reasons for having a Circus museum in Monaco, and it would be very successful!”

Until that project comes into being, perhaps someday, visitors are invited to dive into fifty years of history, full of magic and emotion. And as the Princess says, “You need to take your time to look at this exhibition. It’s not the sort of thing you should do if you have half an hour to spare, that would be a shame! You need to stop, watch the videos, and discover all of it. This is not an exhibition you can just rush round.”

The tour pays tribute to Prince Rainier III, who defended the art of the circus with passion, moving it from the French Ministry of Agriculture to the Ministry of Culture, and was one of the first to show concern for animal welfare. But iconic circus artists, such as the clown Charlie Rivel, the Festival’s first Clown d’Or in 1974, or Petit Gougou the ringmaster, are also honoured.

This spotlight would certainly have pleased the Builder Prince, who said, 50 years ago in the inaugural speech: “This Festival was created so that you, as spectators who pay attention to their efforts and their work, can get to know them better, celebrate them better.”

Prince Albert II and Princess Stéphanie talk about their childhood with Prince Rainier III

The Princely Family inaugurated the exhibition

The exhibition was inaugurated on the evening of 21 November, by Prince Albert II, Princess Stéphanie, Louis Ducruet and Camille Gottlieb.

The Minister of State, Pierre Dartout, the Minister of the Interior, Patrice Cellario, and the President of the National Council, Brigitte Boccone-Pagès, were also present. Prince Albert II took the opportunity of signing the visitors’ book.

Practical details:

• Dates :  22 November 2023 to 28 January 2024
• Venue: Terrasses de Fontvieille, former Musée de l’Automobile, 25-29 Avenue Albert II, 98000 Monaco
• Admission is free and open to all
• Open every day from 11 am to 7 pm
• Closed on  25 December 2023 and 1 January 2024

BNP Paribas and the Centre Scientifique de Monaco (CSM – Monaco Scientific Centre), in partnership with the Prince Albert II Foundation, organised a conference on 9 November on the theme of ‘Natural Capital: Challenges and Solutions for a Sustainable Future’.

The conference brought together a panel of entrepreneurs, economists, researchers, and scientists for the first time in Monaco. Three sessions were devoted to Philanthropic and Intergovernmental Institutions, Businesses and Startups, and major Finance stakeholders.

The speakers were able to discuss innovative initiatives in their respective fields. BNP Paribas partnered with CSM to highlight the joint efforts of science, the economy and finance to protect this natural capital, whose maritime and land aspects were defined in a two-day multidisciplinary workshop after the conference.

“I am delighted that BNP Paribas is alongside CSM, which is doing a remarkable job in Monaco on issues related to  Natural Capital. The preservation of Natural Capital is fundamental, both for present and future generations,” said Territory Director Monaco at BNP Paribas, Françoise Puzenat. “In order to protect the environment and its precious biodiversity we need to interact to influence positively decision-makers,” said Denis Germand, Scientific Director at the CSM.

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Princess Stéphanie’s daughter presented the collection by her brand, Alter, with some special models. 

Sixteen of them took to the catwalk at the Fairmont Monte-Carlo. On the evening of Saturday 18 November, the eve of National Day, 16 women from the Écoute Cancer Réconfort Monaco charity proudly showed off the latest pieces by Pauline Ducruet’s label. Her mother, Princess Stéphanie, was in the front row to applaud them.

The fashion show took place alongside the Vivanova Gala dinner – © Communication Department / Frédéric Nebinger

The novice models plucked up the courage to parade in front of over 200 people. As Pauline Ducruet rightly pointed out to Monaco Info, they had already tried the format out with the same charity a few years ago.

They were dressed, of course, but also had their hair and make-up done. The models were pampered from head to toe, and that’s good for morale. “As the disease progresses, we see self-esteem being affected in all sufferers, but even more so in women, depending on how they are impacted, with hair loss and other appearance-related issues, and this fashion show is a way of honouring them,” Valérie Barilaro told the Monegasque news channel. As the President of Écoute Cancer Réconfort pointed out, their smiles were so infections that “none of them look unwell.”

The next Formula 1 Grand Prix through the streets of the Principality will be held from Thursday, 23 May to Sunday, 26 May 2024. 

Following on from  a 2023 edition that was won by Max Verstappen, the Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix is set to return in May next year.

With the event still a few months away, the Automobile Club of Monaco has announced that online ticket sales are now open, for both the F1 and Historic Monaco Grand Prix races.

As well as daily tickets, fans can also book 2-day (Saturday, Sunday) and 3-day (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) packages.

For more information, head over to the Automobile Club of Monaco on-line ticketing service.

Prices

The schedule

Thursday 23 May 2024:

Formula 3 – Practice

Formula 2 – Practice

Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup – Practice

Friday 24 May 2024:

Formula 3 – Qualifications

Formula 2 – Qualifications

Formula 1 – Free practice sessions 1 and 2

Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup – Qualifications

Saturday 25 May 2024:

Formula 3 – Sprint

Formula 2 – Sprint

Formula 1 – Free practice session 3 and qualifications

Sunday 26 May 2024:

Formula 3 – Race

Formula 2 – Race

Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup – Race

Formula 1 – 81st Monaco Grand Prix

Having snuck away from Le Havre with a 0-0 draw in their previous match thanks to Philipp Kohn’s late heroics in goal, AS Monaco will be desperate to return to winning ways when they face the mighty Paris Saint-Germain this weekend.

In a match that pits third placed ASM vs. table topping PSG, all eyes will be on the Parc des Princes come Friday night to see who will prevail in this captivating battle royale.

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Brest 2-3 PSG

PSG 3-0 AC Milan

While Les Monegasques know they’ll need to play at a level resembling their best to overcome Luis Enrique’s star-studded outfit, Adi Hutter cut a confident figure when speaking ahead of the match, where both teams will be needing to manage their squads wisely following the demanding international break.

“We are not going to change our style of play, even if it is Paris, the leader and favourite for the title. They are very dangerous because they have already scored 29 goals, compared to 25 for us, which is not so bad. And they remain on five consecutive victories, so it will certainly be an open match for both sides,” he explained.

“They are a team that plays with possession, but also moves very quickly in transition. We don’t want to betray our principles in this match, we are not afraid even if they are the best team in Ligue 1. And I know we can win this match.”

“There were only around ten of us this morning at training. All the other internationals have stayed or will arrive in Paris and will join us tomorrow for lunch. It’s true that playing on Friday after this break is a bit special, but it’s the same situation for Paris Saint-Germain. I hope that some players like Guillermo Maripan, who played yesterday, and Folarin Balogun, who played Monday in the United States, will not be too tired after their long trip.”

Hutter then positively announced that Mohammed Salisu and Vanderson will be available for selection, which is a huge boost to the side and gives him vital extra options no matter if they start or come off the bench. Meanwhile, the absence of the suspended Youssouf Fofana, who was notably in sensational form for France, was also touched on by Hutter, as he mentioned the likes of Denis Zakaria, Mohamed Camara, Eliot Matazo and Edan Diop are ready to step up and fill the void.

The Austrian tactician then made mention of how much he’s relishing the prospect of coaching against Enrique for the first time too. “He is a great coach, who has had great success with FC Barcelona, ​​notably in the Champions League, but also with the Spanish national team. He has a great style of play with strong possession, but also quick transitions. I can’t wait to meet him, but on Friday we will be opponents,” Hutter stated.

Another key talking point to consider is how ASM will go about stopping the masterful Kylian Mbappe, something that’s often easier said than done, courtesy of his ability to change a game in an instant with a moment of pure magic. Hutter replied when asked on this topic that ASM will need to work as a collective to nullify not just Mbappe, but also the likes of Ousmane Dembele and Randal Kolo Munani, if they’re to keep PSG at bay.

With the stage brilliantly set for this clash of two giants of French football, where Monaco will be looking to draw level on points with PSG with a win, watching the action unfold between two teams that are determined to stick to their philosophies in their quest to reign supreme will be absolutely fascinating.

The Italian artist is the focus of a brand-new exhibition at the Nouveau Musée National de Monaco (NMNM). 

More than thirty works are currently on display on the three floors of the Villa Paloma. All were created by Pier Paolo Calzolari between 1960 and 2014. The name of the new exhibition, “Casa idéale”, is taken from a text-manifesto with that title, written by the artist in 1968.

The exhibition takes us to the heart of the povera arte  movement (literally ‘poor art’) that emerged in Italy in the 1960s, embodying a rejection of the consumer society (and American imperialism in particular), with a focus on the use of simple materials, often natural or salvaged items. We can see these materials in Pier Paolo Calzolari’s works, including tobacco leaves, fire, frost, metal, or lead, but also daily items typical of povera arte.

“Calzolari’s work is striking on account of its infinitely poetic nature,” writes the NMNM. Its director, Björn Dahlström, discovered the artist’s work in the 90s in a Parisian exhibition. “This is someone who has created a universe by combining very unusual materials, like a real alchemist, and with a comprehensive approach,” he told Monaco Info.

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You can visit the exhibition at Villa Paloma until 7 April 2024.

The traditional ceremony takes place a few days before the Prince’s Day festivities. 

Prince Albert II presented the decorations of the Order of Saint Charles on Friday afternoon, in the Cour d’Honneur at the Prince’s Palace. Doctor Alain Frère, who helped Prince Rainier III launch the Principality’s first Circus Festival, was awarded the rank of Grand Officer, the highest of the Order’s four distinctions – Knight, Officer, Commander and Grand Officer.

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Also on Friday, the Sovereign presented the medals of the Order of the Grimaldis, as well as those for Physical Education and Sport, at the Stade Louis-II, with Princess Charlene in attendance. 61 people were recognised for their performance as coaches, trainers, or administrators in the sporting world.

Then on Saturday, Princess Caroline presented the distinctions of the ‘Ordre du Mérite Culturel’, which rewards individuals who have contributed to the development of the arts, letters or sciences in Monaco. On the same day, Prince Albert II presented several medals of honour to volunteers, National merit medals for blood donors, and Monegasque Red Cross medals of recognition.

Picture highlights from Monaco’s National Day

On Sunday, National Day, Prince Albert II presented ranks and insignia to 35 members of the Public Forces who had been promoted this year, in addition to medals of Honour and Labour to 15 members of the Prince’s Palace staff.

Head over to the Port de Monaco from Thursday 7 December to Sunday 7 January. 

It’s a firm tradition in the Principality: a big Christmas village in the run-up to the festive season. 24 chalets and 19 food stalls will ‘set up shop’ on the Quai Albert I, along with 800 real Christmas trees and 7 rides, including the Big Ferris Wheel, the toboggan run, the Christmas tree merry-go-round and three new attractions (flying chairs, a children’s roller coaster and Santa’s sleigh).

“Rainier III, Prince Passionné”

That is the theme of the Christmas village – a Prince with Passions – and it will be reflected in the many decorations paying tribute to the “Builder Prince” and more particularly to his different passions: the arts, motor sport, animals and the sea. The walkway has been designed to let visitors dive (back) into the Prince’s daily life through animated sets decorated with old photos of the Prince. In addition, three large arches, several metres high, will greet the public at the different entrances to the Christmas Village, each representing Prince Rainier III’s love of sports, the circus and sailing respectively.

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On the entertainment side, the village will also feature magical parades, mascots, live night-time concerts and stage shows. In addition, there will be creative workshops for children aged 5 and over (making garlands and hanging lights, colouring…) every weekend from 2pm to 6pm in the ‘animation’ chalet. A major new feature for 2023 will be the illuminated fountain shows at the Stade Nautique Rainier III swimming pool.

Make a diary note of Thursday 7 December at 4pm for the opening of the Christmas village and at 5.45 pm when the town’s illuminations will be switched on.

L’Anse du Portier, the project’s promoter, shared the information on Monday. 

It is a colossal undertaking, costing two billion euros, with a new extension out to sea as the end result. It represents an extension of six hectares, or 3% of Monegasque territory, directly reclaimed from the sea at Le Portier. And the project, as L’Anse du Portier reported to Agence France Presse (AFP), will be ready next year, a few months ahead of schedule.

Five new luxury buildings, 14 villas, a shopping area, a new port, a public car park with 165 spaces and a landscaped park will be created, along with other amenities. From the outset Mareterra was designed to be environmentally responsible, with the planting of 800 trees, the creation of bird’s nests and insect hotels, as well as 600 metres of cycle path and 19,000 m2 of pedestrian area. 9,000 m2 of solar panels are also due to be installed.

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Guy-Thomas Levy-Soussan, Managing Director of L’Anse du Portier says: “Mareterra is a real achievement for Monaco. The sea is now a new terrain to be conquered, but without damaging it.” As a reminder, work began on the project in 2015.

The now three-time world champion won the race, ahead of Charles Leclerc and Sergio Perez. 

After Miami and Austin, the third American Grand Prix of the season lived up to all its promises.

What with Max Verstappen’s 18th victory (Red Bull), the fabulous battle on the track between Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) and Sergio Perez (Red Bull) and the hard-fought fourth place by Esteban Ocon (Alpine) who had started 16th on the Grid, the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix will go down in history.

An enjoyable fight on the track for Charles Leclerc

Starting in pole position, Charles Leclerc was pushed off the track on the first turn by a Max Verstappen on the rampage. But the Monegasque pilot never gave up throughout the race, stealing second place from Sergio Perez in the final lap.

“I mean what a race. Honestly, I enjoyed it so much.  I am of course disappointed to only finish second but at the end that was the best we could do,” said the Monegasque driver after the race.

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“At the start it was very tricky because I think Max (Verstappen) on the inside lost a little bit of grip and rode me on the outside. But then we had the pace, we passed him back. We were really strong overall. Second place with a lot of fights, honestly, I enjoyed it.” 

The next event is at the weekend in Abu Dhabi, the last Grand Prix of the season.

The race with a big heart once again drew thousands of people who want to help children.

After 183 race hours, the 2023 edition of the No Finish Line came to a close at 4pm on Sunday 19 November, with Government and National Council representatives in attendance.

On National Day, the charity run was a success once again, and reached many goals, including raising the most money possible, thanks to the kilometres that were covered, to fund projects to help sick or underprivileged children.

Children & Future, helping children around the world for nearly 25 years

This year, 315,561 km were run, which is 63,791 km more than last year. A total of 10,428 participants took turns running over eight days, including Prince Albert II himself.

The final tally was €315,561, which will be donated to fund around twenty projects for sick or underprivileged children. More than €4.8 million euros have already been donated since the creation of the annual No Finish Line race. The next edition will take place from 16 to 24 November 2024.

The results

• The Prince’s Cup was awarded to Daniele Juan Alimonti who ran 927 km (a previous winner in 2019 and 2022).

• The first woman, and fifth overall was Mimi Chevillon, with 767 km (twelfth NFL participation, seventh win on the Monegasque circuit)

• The winning team was Courir pour Céline with 11,919 km

• 24 hr non-stop: The top individual runner was Pauline Marguet, who clocked up 200 km, then Claudio Della Morte with 191 km, the first individual male athlete. The top relay team was Haviland with 282 km.

A wide range of initiatives will be organised in the Principality from 21 to 26 November. 

The traditional presentation of the EWWR programme to the press was full of compelling stories and positive announcements, following a successful 2022 edition where over 3,000 people were involved in 83 actions. Monaco is taking part in the European initiative for the 5th consecutive year and, for this 2023 edition, is focusing on the chosen theme of packaging, which accounts for almost 5.6 million tonnes of waste in French households every year.

A website for monitoring local actions

Before getting into the programme itself, a new feature was proudly announced by the Environment Department, in collaboration with the Inter-Ministerial Delegation on Digital Transition (DITN): the creation of a mini-website to monitor the EWWR’s progress. “It will be possible to view the actions by theme but also by date,” said Boris Szaflik, responsible for its implementation at the DITN.

Accessible via the YourMonaco app or by flashing a QR Code, which is due to be posted all over Monaco, the site will display an interactive map of the Principality and the places concerned by an ongoing or future action. An action might be an activity, a workshop, a collection, a treasure hunt… all part of the EWWR programme.

Schedule of initiatives that are open to the public

Institutional initiatives, led by Monaco Town Council, the Government or the Société Monégasque d’Assainissement (Monegasque sanitation company):

• 13 to 26 November: Collection of eyeglasses at the Fontvieille shopping centre.
• 25 and 26 November: Exhibition of works made during the EWWR in the gallery at Fontvieille shopping centre

• 22 November, 9 am to noon: Stand to raise public awareness about waste reduction and possible alternatives to plastic on the Place d’Armes.

• 22 November from 3 pm to 5 pm: waste treasure hunt on Place d ‘Armes (sign up on +377 92 05 75 16).

• 21 through 24 November : Book drive at the La Condamine Market.
• 24 November 2 pm – 6 pm:  A giant  «3R» (Reduce, reuse, recycle) game: creative workshops, a rally and an interactive quizz at L’Espace Lamartine (sign up at environnement@mairie.mc).
• 25 November from 3.30 pm to 6 pm:  Munegu repair café at La Condamine Market
• 21 through 25 November from 2.30 pm to 6.30 pm: Making a village out of cardboard packaging at the Princess Stéphanie Youth Centre (open to all from 6 years of age accompanied by an adult. To sign up: +377 93 50 75 05)
• 22 November from 2.30 pm to 6.30 pm: DIY workshops with recycled materials at the Princess Stéphanie Youth Centre (open to Centre members).

Non-profit and business initiatives:

• 18-26 November: The Animal Fund is organising a webinar on the need to use ecological packaging (contact info@theanimalfund.net)

• 22 November 3 pm – 5 pm: Ecopolis is running a workshop to create gift wrapping using recyled shirts and fabric, on the Place d’Armes.

• 20-24 November from 10 am to 5 pm: Grant Thornton Monaco is organising a toy drive in aid of the Salvation Army, at their premises, 16 rue du Gabian.

• 22 November 3 pm to 5 pm: The Columbus Hotel Monte-Carlo is organising a zero-waste packaging workshop, led by a professional seamstress (booking required, +377 92 05 82 42)

The full EWWR 2023 programme is available on the website.

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The Principality has a few well-kept secrets! 

While the Principality is well known for its amazing events, fabulous yachts moored in the port, luxury palaces and top-flight restaurants, you should be aware that the country, which measures just two square kilometres, has a rich history, and a few little secrets and anecdotes we’d like to share with you today!

1. Princes take precedence over Princesses in the order of succession

Like many royalties and principalities, Monaco observes the rule of male primogeniture on the same level of kinship, as enshrined in the Monegasque Constitution.

This is why Prince Albert II, although he was born after Princess Caroline, ascended the throne on the death of Prince Rainier III, and why his son, Hereditary Prince Jacques, is first in line, despite being born a few minutes after his twin sister, Princess Gabriella. This was also the case for Prince Rainier III, Princess Antoinette’s younger brother.

And did you know? National Day, or Prince’s Day, used to change date depending on the reigning Prince. Today, it is celebrated on 19 November, the date chosen by Prince Rainier III, as it was the day of his enthronement. Prince Albert II decided to keep the date of November 19, as a tribute to his father.

“We are very attached to the Princely Family”: Monaco celebrates National Day 2023

2. We owe the Monte-Carlo neighbourhood to a woman

Have you heard of François and Marie Blanc? They both came to Monaco from Homburg in 1863, where they met Prince Charles III and  fell in love with the Principality, which was struggling at the time since losing Menton and its citrus fruits. François and Marie Blanc decided to turn Monaco into an unparalleled tourist destination.

And while François Blanc was mainly in charge of the financial side of things, Marie let her creativity and all her wildest ideas do the talking! The Hôtel de Paris, Café Divan (later Café de Paris), the Opera house, which she had inaugurated by the great Sarah Bernhardt… Her choice of the finest materials came as a surprise at first, but she was soon proved right. Named in honour of Prince Charles III, Monte-Carlo is still internationally renowned today for its sense of excellence and prestige.

Marie Blanc: the woman behind some of Monaco’s finest establishments

3. Monaco is not just “for the rich”

Although Monte-Carlo is front and centre on the international stage thanks to its casino, luxury hotels and fine dining, the Principality as a whole doesn’t just cater for the wealthiest tourists – quite the contrary in fact!

For example, many establishments can be visited free of charge, and the country’s small footprint means that you can get around on foot or by bus at very affordable rates.

Being landlocked, it is also possible to find accommodation in neighbouring towns, where there are hotels and rental properties to suit all budgets.

And did you know that Monaco is very protective of its nationals? Thanks to its ‘national priority’ policy, Monegasques have access to state-owned housing at very attractive rates, and are given priority for employment in the country. Similarly, Monegasque children are entitled to a nursery school place by right, while other nationalities will only be admitted if places are available. Residents and nationals are also entitled to free medical care. Only emergency medical care is free for foreign nationals who do not live or work in Monaco.

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4. Monaco has the world’s highest concentration of wealthy people

37,000 inhabitants, 12,000 millionaires, many billionaires… In the Principality, one person in 39 is said to have a large fortune!

It’s hardly surprising: a dream setting, high levels of security, a favourable tax policy… the Principality is a magnet for “ultra-high-net-worth individuals”, or UHNWIs. These are very wealthy individuals indeed, with at least $30 billion – or just over €25 billion – in investable assets, excluding property.

Monaco’s residents include Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, founder of easyJet, Flavio Briatore, founder of the Billionaire Group and former director of the Benetton F1 team, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, chairman of Ineos and owner of OGC Nice, Christina Green, co-founder of Green and Mingarelli Design, and Lady Monika Bacardi, co-founder of the AMBI Group.

5. Monaco, the safest country and the longest life expectancy

One of the Principality’s greatest assets is undoubtedly its high level of security: Monaco is one of the safest places in the world, as witnessed by the figures published by the Sûreté Publique (Police Department) every year.

Between 2019 and 2022, for example, the Police Department reported  a 9% drop in crime in general, and a 34% drop in street crime.

Another of Monaco’s great strengths is its excellent healthcare system, with the Princess Grace Hospital, the Cardio-Thoracic Centre, the IM2S and its clinics. The Principality also topped the world ranking of countries with the longest life expectancy. According to “The World Factbook,” an independent statistics organisation, its residents live an average of 89 years, compared with 82 in France.

It is a tradition in the run-up to Monaco’s National Day. 

Prince’s Day, which will be taking place on November 19, also has a social dimension. Once again this year Prince Albert II, Princess Charlene and Camille Gottlieb distributed gifts to the elderly and in some cases destitute, at the headquarters of the Monegasque Red Cross.

The always solemn and emotional event took place on Thursday, November 16, an opportunity for Prince Albert II, the distinguished and committed President of the Monegasque Red Cross for over 40 years, to assist the charity in helping those in need, hands on.

Princely Couple inaugurates two new cannons at Fort Antoine