Monaco will once again take part in the European Heritage Days, offering the public the rare chance to explore the Principality’s cultural treasures. The 30th edition, set for Sunday 5th October 2025, will be dedicated to the theme of Architectural Heritage, highlighting Monaco’s rich and diverse built environment and its evolution through history.
Launched by the Council of Europe and the European Union, the European Heritage Days are now celebrated in more than 50 countries, drawing some 30 million visitors each year to over 70,000 events. Monaco has participated since 1996, opening up its cultural institutions, monuments, and hidden gems to residents and visitors alike.
Cross-border highlights
This year’s celebrations will begin on Saturday 4th October with a special cross-border itinerary to the Villa Eilenroc, a neoclassical jewel located on the Cap d’Antibes.
On Sunday 5th October, more than 30 sites and institutions in the Principality will exceptionally open their doors, inviting the public to discover Monaco’s cultural and architectural heritage from new perspectives.
The programme includes guided tours of construction sites, children’s workshops at the Studios de la Costa designed to introduce younger generations to ideas of space and design, and architectural walks that spotlight both landmark monuments and lesser-known buildings – including tours of the new Mareterra district.
Expert insight on Monaco’s architectural story
For the first time, Monaco will welcome Jean-Philippe Hugron, journalist and historian of architecture, and author of Guide d’architecture Monaco : Beausoleil – Roquebrune-Cap Martin (2021). He will lead two thematic itineraries – Art nouveau, art déco, nouvelles modernités, and À Monaco, la tradition de la nouveauté.
His insights will provide a deeper understanding of how Monaco’s architectural identity has continually balanced tradition with innovation.
Practical details
The full programme of the 30th European Heritage Days in Monaco is available at: journeepatrimoinemonaco.com
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