monaco classic week

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Traditional yachting celebrated in Monaco

In 1994, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Prince Albert’s presidency and the 90th anniversary of the first international motorboat meetings in 1904, the Yacht Club de Monaco organized a first-of-its-kind event dedicated to classic yachting, then in full revival. Such was the success of this event, which brought together vintage motorboats, vintage motor yachts and traditional sailing boats, that it was repeated in 1996 and again in 1997 to celebrate the Principality’s 700th anniversary.

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Looking ahead to 2025

An exceptional line-up of traditional sailing yachts will once again be at the heart of Monaco Classic Week 2025. Representing the elegance and craftsmanship of bygone eras, these boats, often lovingly and meticulously restored, are still sailing today, testifying to the enduring legacy of traditional shipbuilding.

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Tall Ships

Invited for the first time at the 700th Nautiques.

Vintage Motor Yachts

Vintage motor yachts represent the apogee of prestige yachting.

Rivas & motorboats

These motorboats add a historical dimension.

Dinghies 12’

Created by Georges Cockshott, these dinghies were recognized as an international series in 1914 and became an Olympic series in 1920.

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Regattas Regattas for traditional sailboats, dead reckoning for motor yachts, endurance and maneuverability tests for motorboats.

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

Chefs competition 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.

Boutique & Village 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.

Monaco Classic Week Trophy 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.