Monaco has set in place a series of security and traffic arrangements for Monday’s annual Saint Dévote celebrations on January 26th. 

From 5:30pm, security checkpoints with bag and container inspections will be set up at two key locations. The first is on place Saint Dévote for those attending the procession and the Salute of the Blessed Sacrament. The second is at the northern section of Quai Albert 1er for spectators of the traditional boat burning ceremony.

Travel disruptions

Train passengers should note that pedestrian access through the Saint Dévote valley will close at 5:30pm, along with the Saint Dévote stairs. Travellers are advised to use the Saint Dévote gallery to reach or leave the station via Rue Grimaldi.

Between 6:15pm and 7pm, Route de la Piscine will be closed between Avenue JF Kennedy and the Jules Social landing stage.

From 6:45pm to 7:45pm, temporary traffic disruptions will affect Boulevard Albert 1er, Avenue JF Kennedy, and Avenue d’Ostende to allow the event to proceed smoothly.

Public transport

Bus services (lines 1,2,3, and 6) and ZOU lines 600 and 80 will experience disruptions during the road closures. Public car parks will display diversion information at their access points.

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