With
the prestige cars at the Casino, the Cars Collection of H.S.H. the Prince of
Monaco, and the world-famous Formula One Grand Prix, automobile enthusiasts
will find their heaven in the Principality of Monaco. After a lengthy stroll
along the route of the Formula One circuit, stop for a bite to eat at La Condamine
market or in the nearby streets.
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Start of the Formula One Grand Prix
The
Monaco Grand Prix is one of the oldest and most prestigious motor races in the
world. The circuit was inaugurated by
the Prince in 1929. The narrow city streets make overtaking almost impossible,
so qualifying is crucial to ensuring a good position on the starting grid.
Visit time
30 min.
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Cars Collection of HSH the Prince of Monaco
The classic cars collection of
H.S.H. the Prince of Monaco now has a new look in a new location at Port
Hercule, just a few yards from the iconic Formula 1 circuit.
The new exhibition space is home to
some 70 vehicles, in a modern and dynamic setting with a specially designed
scenography to provide visitors with an optimal experience.
Visit time
1h00
Bus routes 1, 2, 3, 6
Princesse Antoinette
54 Rte de la Piscine
On
the famous Monaco Formula One Grand Prix circuit, the Rascasse Hairpin is among
the most iconic turns. With an angle of 135°, overtaking is virtually
impossible here.
Visit time
15 min.
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Statue of Juan Manuel Fangio
This
statue sculpted by Joaquim Ros Sabaté is a tribute to the Argentine motor
racing driver. There are six such
statues around the world, all identical, in Buenos Aires (Argentina), Monaco,
Montmeló (Spain), Nürburg (Germany), Stuttgart (Germany) and Monza (Italy).
Juan Manuel Fangio is seen by many as the greatest driver in history. In seven
full seasons in Formula One, he was world champion five times (with four different
teams) and runner-up twice.
Visit time
15 min.
Statue de Juan Manuel Fangio