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Walk from Dolceacqua to Monaco to celebrate the twinning of the localities

by: Stephanie Horsman
24/04/2024
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A symbolic and community-spirited walk from Dolceacqua in Italy to the Principality of Monaco will be taking place this coming weekend. The event will celebrate the recent twinning of these two historically connected localities. 

A nearly 37-kilometre walk from the Italian town of Dolceacqua to the Mairie de Monaco is being organised for Sunday 28th April in honour of the twinning of the two destinations, a relationship that was formalised with a grand series of events at the end of 2023. 

See more: Photos: After 500 years of family ties, Monaco and Dolceacqua are officially “twinned”

Hikers will begin the trek early in the morning, with a bus set to depart Place d’Armes in Monaco at 6.45am ahead of an 8.30am start in the Ligurian town. 

The first leg, from Dolceacqua to Forte Annunziata in Ventimiglia, will be the longest stretch of the walk, covering a full 13 kilometres. It is expected to take around two hours. Participants will then get a short break before a 7.5-kilometre journey to the Franco-Italian border.  

From there, the next stop will be at Palais Carnolès in Menton, which is just under five kilometres from the border. Then it will be on to Roquebrune Cap Martin, another five kilometres, before the home leg to Monaco. The walkers are expected to arrive at the Mairie de Monaco between 4.45pm and 6pm.  

The event is open to the public, but spaces are limited so prior registration is required. All participants will receive a cap, a t-shirt and a commemorative key ring for their efforts, and a small reception will be held at the end of the journey to celebrate a day’s work well completed.  

To sign up to be part of this special day, click here.

 

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Monaco E-Prix: Event to affect traffic and parking this weekend

by: Elsa Carpenter
24/04/2024

With the 2024 Monaco E-Prix just days away, here is all the information you need to know regarding detours, diversions and changes to parking and pedestrian access in the Principality.  

From 5am on the day of the race, which will take place on Saturday 27th April, traffic and pedestrian access will be prohibited on the following roads: Quai des États-Unis, Route de la Piscine, the Jules Soccal jetty, Darse Sud, Boulevard Albert Ier, Place du Casino, the section of Avenue des Citronniers leading up to the Métropole carpark, Avenue Princesse Grace from Avenue des Spélugues to Boulevard Louis II, Avenue J. F. Kennedy, Boulevard Louis II, Avenue de la Madone from Avenue des Spélugues to Avenue de Grande-Bretagne, Avenue de Monte-Carlo, Avenue d’Ostende, Avenue des Spélugues, Quai Albert Ier, Quai Antoine Ier, Avenue de la Costa between N°3 and Avenue d’Ostende, Rue Grimaldi between Place Sainte-Dévote and Rue Princesse Florestine, Avenue de la Quarantaine, the Rocher Albert Ier tunnel and the Rocher Noghès tunnel.  

See more: The countdown to the Monaco E-Prix has begun

Pedestrians will also be unable to access the Boulevard du Larvotto between the intersections with Avenue de Grande-Bretagne and Rue Louis Aureglia, as well as the Costa and Sainte-Dévote stairways. Only those with tickets to the Monaco E-Prix, Automobile Club de Monaco passes or a special exemption as a local resident or worker will be allowed to pass through these points.  

Also from 5am on the Saturday, a one-way system for vehicles will be put in place on: Rue Princesse Florestine between Rue Suffren Reymond and Rue Grimaldi; Rue Suffren Reymond, between Rue Louis Notari and Rue Princesse Florestine; and Avenue du Port from the Place d’Armes roundabout to the intersection with Avenue de la Quarantaine.  

To help relieve congestion on the Rue Grimaldi, two-way traffic will be permitted between the intersections with Rue Suffren Reymond and Place d’Armes.  

These diversions will come to an end once the racing is over. 

See more: Formula E: New GEN3 Evo race car to be revealed ahead of Monaco E-Prix

However, the section of road between Avenue des Papalins and Avenue Albert II, as well as between N°13 and N°39 on Avenue des Papalins, will be fully closed to the public from 7am on Saturday 27th until midnight on Sunday 28th April.  

Street parking 

Parking will not be possible between 7am on Friday 26th and 9pm on Saturday 27th April on the following roads: Avenue de Grande-Bretagne between Avenue de la Madone and the Winston Churchill square, Rue Louis Notari and Ruelle Saint-Jean. 

See more: The 2023 Monaco E-Prix in photos

Further limitations will be put in place from 11pm on the Friday until 9pm on the Saturday on Avenue Henri Dunant and Rue du Rocher, and until the racing is concluded on: Boulevard Albert Ier, Rue Baron Sainte-Suzanne, Boulevard Charles III, Rue Princesse Florestine, Allée Guillaume Apollinaire, Avenue du Port from Place d’Armes to Rue Saige, Rue Suffren Reymond and Rue Princesse Antoinette. 

The following roads will be completely off limits to parking from 6am on Friday 26th until midnight on Sunday 28th April: the section of Avenue de la Costa in front of N°27, the Porte Rouge passage, Avenue de Roqueville and Boulevard de Suisse from Avenue de la Costa to Avenue de Roqueville. 

Electric charging stations 

A number of Monaco ON electric vehicle charging stations will be deactivated between the Friday and the end of racing the following day. These include the following charging points: Rue Grimaldi, Rue Louis Notari, Quai des États-Unis, Avenue de la Quarantaine and Avenue des Ligures. 

Bus routes 

Both Compagnie Autobus de Monaco (CAM) and France’s regional Zou ! bus lines will be affected by the racing. For a complete breakdown of the stops that will and won’t be possible during the Monaco E-Prix, click here. 

Free shuttle services 

As reported by Monaco Life last week, a free shuttle service will be on offer to those who choose to leave their vehicle at the newly opened Parking des Salines in the Jardin Exotique neighbourhood.  

To read more about this travel option, see below:

Special rates offered at new Salines carpark during E-Prix, Historique GP and F1 weekends

 

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European Vaccination Week highlights urgency of measles and HPV Immunisation

by: Cassandra Tanti
23/04/2024

In the wake of a global resurgence of preventable diseases, European Vaccination Week at the end of April serves as a reminder of the critical role vaccination plays in public health. It comes as Monaco finds itself grappling with a surge in measles cases, mirroring trends in neighbouring countries like France.

Measles, notorious for its high contagiousness, can spread rapidly, with an infected individual capable of transmitting the virus to up to 20 contacts. Moreover, the disease can escalate into severe forms, requiring hospitalisation for one in every five cases. Presently, no specific treatment exists, underscoring the importance of vaccination.

The measles vaccine is a potent shield against the virus, preventing not only severe illness but also interrupting transmission in over 97% of cases. It also provides lifelong immunity. While vaccination against measles remains non-compulsory in Monaco, the government strongly recommends its adoption among residents and their families.

In Monaco, the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine is fully covered by Health Insurance for children under 17-years-old, upon prescription by a healthcare provider. Vaccination services are readily accessible through primary care physicians, who can also offer guidance on vaccination schedules and catch-up regimens.

European Vaccination Week

As part of European Vaccination Week, held in the last week of April, the Prince’s Government is raising awareness on the immunisation of young individuals against human papillomavirus (HPV), a pathogen implicated in various cancers. HPV, a leading cause of cervical cancer in women and throat cancer in men, often operates silently, which is why vaccination is an important proactive measure.

Dosages for males and females aged 11 to 14 are two vaccinations over the space of six months. For those aged 15 to 26, three vaccinations are administered at two-month intervals. 

Further information about vaccination and schedules can be found here.

Photo source: CDC on Unsplash

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UK trade opportunities spotlighted in next MEB conference

by: Niki Borisova
23/04/2024

Jo Hawley, Deputy Trade Commissioner for Europe, will lead the Monaco Economic Board’s next conference about trade relations. The focus of this conference, in English, will be the UK’s trading landscape post-Brexit.

On 22nd April at the Castleroc Restaurant, located on the Place du Palais, the Monaco Economic Board (MEB) has organised a conference concentrating on the UK’s trade opportunities. The guest speaker is Jo Hawley, who has over 20 years of experience in trade and investment roles in governmental institutions. She is currently leading the commercial section at the British Embassy in Paris.

As the planned trade mission to London is just around the corner, this conference is optimally timed since it aims to facilitate the understanding of the UK’s business landscape in the post-Brexit world. The planned trade mission to London is set from 10th to 12th June, with registrations still available. More details about the trade mission will be revealed at the conference. 

This event provides an ideal platform for business individuals interested in venturing their operations into the UK market or those seeking to learn more about trade dynamics. The session will also include some networking opportunities with a cocktail reception at the end. 

The conference will be in English and is scheduled from 11:45am to 2pm. For more information, click here: Conference: the economic assets of the United Kingdom – Monaco Economic Board (meb.mc). 

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South African team win 12th Saint Devote Rugby Tournament

by: Niki Borisova
23/04/2024

South Africa’s U12 rugby stars have won the Saint Devote Rugby Tournament, much to the delight of Princess Charlene, while Monaco did well in securing third place. 

The event, named after the Patron Saint of Monaco, is organised by the Monaco Rugby Federation and the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation. Initiated in 2009, it has now become a global phenomenon and an important event on the rugby 7s yearly calendar, showcasing emerging talents from across the globe. 

On 19th and 20th April, the U12 rugby 7s teams from 21 countries gathered at the Stade Louis II, including defending champions the Blue Bulls from South Africa.

Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene were cheering the teams on from the grandstand, as was Monaco’s Minister of State Pierre Dartout. 

For the first time, the tournament took place over two days, starting with a ‘Rugby for All’ course offered to children and individuals with disabilities on the Friday.

On Saturday, Monaco won the semi-final against Switzerland, coming in third place, while South Africa successfully defended their winning title. France took out second place. 

Princess Charlene with the kids at the Saint Devote Rugby Tournament 2024. Photo credit: Eric Mathon, Prince’s Palace

“Through this type of tournament, the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation has goals that particularly resonate with me: education through sports, the meeting of different cultures, and the promotion of rugby values such as respect, courage, and solidarity,” said rugby legend Antoine Zeghdar, sponsor of this year’s tournament.

A day of water safety with Princess Charlene

Visiting teams were treated to a day in the pool with Princess Charlene for water safety classes and games, much to the delight of the kids. 

RELATED: 

In pictures: Princess Charlene makes a splash at Water Safety Day in Monaco

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Photo credit: Eric Mathon – Palais Princier

Monaco revives free ashtray campaign to reduce cigarette butt pollution

by: Elsa Carpenter
23/04/2024

In an effort to limit discarded cigarette butts from finding their way into Monaco’s gutters and the sea, the Mairie de Monaco has relaunched a scheme that offers smokers free portable ashtrays from various points in the Principality. 

Smokers in the Principality may be familiar with Monaco’s Operation Zéro Mégot, a summertime campaign to offer out free portable ashtrays.  

This year, the Mairie de Monaco, along with the Direction du Tourisme et des Congrès and the Société Monégasque d’Assainissement (SMA), has decided to get the campaign up and running earlier than usual. 

The ashtrays are already available from a number of pick-up points in the Principality, such as information kiosks, the SMEG and SMA offices on Rue Guillaume Apollinaire, the Monaco Médiathèque and the Stade Nautique Rainier III. 

The aim of the scheme is to reduce the amount of cigarette butts that, once discarded by unscrupulous smokers, end up in Monaco’s gutters and wastewater systems, which drain in the Mediterranean Sea, causing unnecessary damage to the natural environment.  

Read related:

New floating rubbish traps launched in Port Hercule

 

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Photo source: Mairie de Monaco