Under clear December skies, the 29th Giru de Natale welcomed 1,900 runners of all abilities to its scenic 10-kilometer course on Sunday morning… Learn this as well as other Monaco news of the passed week.
Monaco’s Scenic Christmas Sprint: Festive Laps and Holiday Cheer at the Giru di Natale
Under clear December skies, the 29th Giru de Natale welcomed 1,900 runners of all abilities to its scenic 10-kilometer course on Sunday morning. This beloved annual event, organized by the sports association of Monaco’s Public Safety department, saw participants winding their way through the picturesque streets of La Condamine, Larvotto, and Monaco-Ville, creating a festive atmosphere in the heart of the Principality.
Bullseyes and Royal Ties: Archers Take Aim in Monaco’s Iconic Coupe de Prince
The 17th edition of the Coupe de S.A.S. le Prince Albert II de Monaco, a prestigious archery tournament, took place from December 14 to 15, 2024, at the Espace Saint-Antoine in Monaco. The discipline require intense concentration and precision. Organized by the Fédération Monégasque de Tir à l’Arc, the event attracted hundreds of archers from various regions, competing in the international 18-metre indoor discipline across multiple categories, including recurve, compound, and barebow.
The competition featured individual events without duels, aligning with the 2025 season’s standards. Participants ranged from U13 to Senior 3 age groups, showcasing a diverse array of talent and skill levels.
A Walk through Philadelphia with Serge Legat: Art, History and Inspiration
On December 16, 2024, the AMCA (L’Association Monégasque pour la Connaissance des Arts) hosted an engaging conference at the Théâtre Princesse Grace, where art historian Serge Legat delivered a lecture titled “The Art Collections of Philadelphia: The Triumph of Modernity.” In this talk, he explored the rich cultural heritage and artistic treasures found in Philadelphia, a city closely linked to Princess Grace of Monaco.
During his presentation, Serge Legat spoke about the impressive collections at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the unique offerings of the Barnes Foundation. He shared the inspiring story of Albert C. Barnes, the foundation’s founder, who began collecting art in the early 20th century with a vision that went beyond simply acquiring pieces — he wanted to create a space where art could educate and inspire.
Monaco’s Preliminary 2025 Budget: Revenue and Expenditures are Up…
A fifteen-page breakdown of Monaco’s 2025 preliminary budget was recently released by the Ministry of Finance. The National Council will be reviewing the budget at the end of December. The document forecasts revenues of 2.098 billion euros and expenditures of 2.187 billion (up 2.6% and 6.1% respectively compared to the 2024 preliminary budget).
“The Initial Budget 2025 presents a forecast surplus of expenditure of – €88.6 million. As a reminder, the 2023 financial year had closed with a surplus balance of + €126.3 million while the 2024 Amending Budget, submitted on 30 June, shows a surplus of revenue of + €82.1 million,” states the preliminary budget.
