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Prince Albert II
Artificial Reef installed by Prince Albert II in Monaco and other princely news
An artificial reef called ‘Albert Falco’ named after second in command to Commander Cousteau, was recently submerged in Monegasque waters and inaugurated by Prince Albert II himself. Installed 18 metres deep in the Larvotto reserve, the Principality wanted to honour Albert Falco, almost decade after he passed away.
1 Nov, 2021
Prince's Palace
Prince Albert II makes Historic Visit to Haut-Rhin
As part of his frequent trips to territories historically linked to his family, HSH Prince Albert II visited the Haut-Rhin on Wednesday 20 October.
25 Oct, 2021
Bouquets competition 2021
Prince Albert II and Princess Caroline inaugurate the 52nd International Flower Arranging Competition
After a virtual edition last year, the 52nd International Flower Arranging competition took place during the autumn dates of mid-October for the first time.
18 Oct, 2021
Prince's Palace
Fire Brigade Change of Command: Prince Albert II and Princess Caroline Attend
On Friday 8 October, HSH Prince Albert II and HRH the Princess of Hanover attended the change of command for the Monaco Fire Brigade, which took place in the Cour d'Honneur of the Prince's Palace.
11 Oct, 2021
Monaco 007: Monaco World Premiere in James Bond’s style
James Bond Preview ‘No Time to Die’ attended by Prince Albert II and other news
On Wednesday 29 September, HSH Prince Albert II attended the preview of James Bond film ‘No Time To Die’ at the Opéra Garnier. The Prince left the Place du Palais at the wheel of an Aston Martin DB5 in the company of the director, Cary Joji Fukunaga.
4 Oct, 2021
Prince Albert II
Prince Albert II is the First Head of State to Fly in an Electric Plane and other news
On Tuesday 14 September, HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco flew with Raphaël Domjan, Swiss pilot and eco-explorer, on board a Pipistrel Velis aircraft above the Côte d'Azure. The exceptional flight in an electric plane is a world first for a Head of State.
20 Sep, 2021
Back to School for Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella
Back to School for Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella and other news
Prince Albert's twins have headed back to school, along with 5,715 students at Monaco’s FANB. Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella made their way to their first day of school on Monday 6 September, just before 10 am, accompanied by their father, Prince Albert II.
13 Sep, 2021
Prince's Palace
Prince Albert and Princely Twins take a Canoe Trip in Dordogne and other news
Prince Albert II and His children explored the Dordogne region, at the foot of several castles, in a canoe. On Saturday 28 August, the Princely trio flew aboard the family's new private jet, a Falcon 8X to experience a calming respite on the river.
7 Sep, 2021
Prince Albert II
Prince Albert II cheers on Monaco’s Athletes at Tokyo Olympics and other princely news
The Monegasque delegation marched in the Olympic opening ceremonies, in 186th position, with Prince Albert proudly watching from the stands. For the very first time in the history of the Olympic games, the teams had the opportunity to present two flag bearers, a man and a woman.
26 Jul, 2021
Prince's Palace
Prince Albert II visits Central France to Honour Ancestors and other princely news
The sovereign went to Allier and Puy-de-Dôme to honour his ancestors and take in local life. Prince Albert II started his visit in Abrest, at the Ligier factory headquarters, a French manufacturer of cars and electric vehicles, which notably equips the Monaco Post Office with electric vans.
19 Jul, 2021
Port Condamine
Cala del Forte Port inaugurated by Prince Albert II and other news
The Cala del Forte port was officially inaugurated by the Sovereign in the presence of Monegasque and Italian personalities. 9 months have passed since the entry of the first boat, the Tuiga, flagship sailboat of the Yacht Club de Monaco.
12 Jul, 2021
Monaco Sevens tried its hands at the biggest win in view of the Olympics
Prince Albert, Jacques and Gabriella attend Rugby Olympic Qualifiers and other princely news
Prince Albert II, Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella attended the Rugby Sevens Olympic qualifying tournament, which took place last weekend at the Stade Louis II. On Sunday 20 June, Ireland won the men's Olympic qualifier while France and Russia won the women's qualifying final.
28 Jun, 2021
Prince Albert follows Prince Rainier’s footsteps in Montpellier and other princely news
Prince Albert follows Prince Rainier’s footsteps in Montpellier and other princely news
Guided by the mayor Michaël Delafosse, Prince Albert II and a Monegasque delegation walked around Montpellier to visit the places of Prince Rainier’s youth.
21 Jun, 2021
«Ocean for All»: the discovery of the Marine World blows life into Roya Valley
Prince Albert and his children attended the launch of Oceano pour tous and other princely news
Prince Albert II of Monaco and his children Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella attended the launch of Oceano pour tous 2021 at the Oceanographic Museum in Monaco.
7 Jun, 2021
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