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Monaco Classic Week – La Belle Classe

Name: Monaco Classic Week – La Belle Classe
Start: 2025-09-10T00:00:00+02:00
End: 2025-09-13T23:59:59+02:00
Location: Monaco Bay

September 10 - September 13

@ Yacht Club de Monaco

Yet another exceptional lineup of classic boats will again be at the heart of Monaco Classic Week 2025 from 10 to 13 September 2025. Representing the elegance and craftsmanship of past eras, these often lovingly and meticulously restored boats are still sailing today, bearing witness to the enduring legacy of shipbuilding in the past.

The only event of its kind in the world, every two years Monaco Classic Week celebrates the excellence of our maritime heritage by bringing together traditional sailing yachts and exceptional powerboats. This prestigious event, heir to the legendary motorboat meetings of 1904, reflects the Yacht Club de Monaco’s deep commitment to nautical history. It is distinguished by its exclusive character, bringing together a remarkable fleet of the finest classic sailing yachts, vintage motor yachts, vintage motorboats and, for the last few editions, elegant 12′ Dinghies.

At sea

Races for classic sailing boats, dead reckoning for motor yachts, endurance and manoeuvrability tests for motorboats, all these contests bring back to life the atmosphere and spirit of nautical competitions in the early 20th century, when speed and innovation were at the heart of maritime gatherings.

On land

This competition assesses etiquette, style, and respect for good manners and solidarity at sea, in a festive, friendly and always fun spirit.

Organised in collaboration with Moët Hennessy and supervised by Simon Ganache (YCM Events Chef), this culinary competition invites crews to showcase their creativity by producing dishes on board their boat from a basket of organic ingredients.The results are judged on the quay by a panel of renowned chefs, including Philippe Joannès and Christian Garcia, giving participants and spectators alike an extra special gastronomic experience.

A bespoke nautical, cultural and social programme has been put together for owners and crews as well as the general public who are free to stroll along the quays to see what the Village of exhibitors has in store. They include painters, photographers, marine craftsmen, boatyards, sculptors and YCM’s Boutique.

As well as the races and motorboat events, the Monaco Classic Week Trophy, judged by a Jury presided by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, is awarded to the boat that combines the best score in the coveted La Belle Classe Prize and the Elegance Contest.

Participants

All the yachts of yesteryear still sailing continue to fascinate as reminders of a rich cultural heritage from a distant past, and the public enjoy watching them racing together. Also present are the tall ships which since the 700th Nautiques have called into the Principality for Monaco Classic Week. The public are invited to visit these beautiful ships which play a key role in training sailors, another example of YCM’s commitment to preserving and celebrating maritime heritage.

These motorboats from the 1950s, including the iconic Chris-Craft and Riva, add a historical and aesthetic dimension to the event, highlighting the elegance and innovation of classic motorboating.

Vintage motor yachts, with their classic lines and timeless luxury, represent the pinnacle of prestige yachting.

Details

Start:: September 10
End:: September 13
Event Categories:: Sport, Yacht Club de Monaco
Website:: https://monacoclassicweek.com/

Organizer

: Yacht Club de Monaco
Phone:: +377 93 10 63 00; View Organizer Website

Venue

Monaco Bay

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