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    Christmas in Monaco & Monte-Carlo ???? Holiday Markets & Events

    If you are planning to spend the holiday seasons in the French Riviera, one of the most dazzling places to spend the holidays is the Principality of Monaco . There are Christmas markets and villages. Mulled wine and festive cocktails. Sparkly decorations and light shows on the landmark buildings. Decadent goodies galore…

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    Christmas in Casino Square, Monte Carlo

    Every holiday season, the Place du Casino in Monte Carlo glows due to the yearly Christmas tradition of decorating the area with trees and lights. The 18-metre-high Christmas tree, decked with 4,000 ornaments in white and gold, will put every visitor in a festive mood. Expect to see lots of colorful balloons, enchanting lights, and tall sparkling trees. Not to be missed is the wonderful light and sound show, as the famous Casino de Monte-Carlo is all dressed up for the season.

    Glowing igloos dotted all around Monte Carlo are the perfect spots for taking a break from winkelen to admire Monaco’s Christmas decoration as you sip a glass of champagne. Monaco’s top hotels and restaurants also get glam’d-up during the holidays. Make sure to check out the lobby bar at the Metropole hotel , which always has the most glamorous and decadent holiday decorations.

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    Christmas holiday decorations in hotel Metropole, Monaco

    Belangrijke opmerking over deze vakantiegids: Please make sure to double-check with the local tourism office of locatie voordat u naar een evenement gaat. Controleer ook onze volledige gids voor het doorbrengen van uw kerstvakantie aan de Franse Rivièra.

    Monaco has everything you could ever want for Christmas! Here are the main Christmas holiday attractions in Monaco:

    Casino Square & Ice Skating ⛸️

    Be dazzled by the beauty of the enchanting Christmas Carousel and its Chalet in the Jardin des Boulingrins, opposite the Casino van Monte Carlo. In Place du Casino , you can sit on the chalet’s wooden terrace and enjoy some Christmas cheer prepared by the Café de Paris. The menu includes crepes, waffles, Italian hot chocolate and mulled wine – for an instant boost! Open every day from December 10 to mid-February, from 10am to 8pm. 

    In addition, young and old alike can slide down a ice-skating trail on Place du Casino! A trail winds between the white fir trees adorned with gold and white balls and light garlands on the Place du Casino, letting you listen to live caroling while you skate between the iconic illuminated facades of the Casino van Monte Carlo and the Hotel de Paris. It’s open every day from December 3 to January 8, from 11am to 7pm on weeknights and 10pm on Fridays & Saturdays. Rent ice skates from the chalet erected at the entrance to the track for €15 per adult or €10 for kids, but are free for those under 12 years-old and free for Silver+ My Monte-Carlo members.

    Monaco’s Christmas Village & Market

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    Monaco’s Christmas Village Market

    Het populairste hoogtepunt van Kerstmis in Monaco en Monte Carlo is het kerstdorp met de kerstmarkt. Maar als je hier luxe cadeaus verwacht, zul je teleurgesteld zijn. Je vindt er eigenlijk hetzelfde spul als in de meeste andere Europese steden.

    Wat deze kerstmarkt vooral onderscheidt van alle andere kerstmarkten in Frankrijk, is dat hij elk jaar een ander thema heeft, met grote sculpturen en versieringen die bij het thema van dat jaar passen.

    Held each year on the seaside Esplanade Du Port Hercule Op deze kerstmarkt vind je minichalets waar de gebruikelijke producten worden verkocht, en waar je cadeau-ideeën en culinaire specialiteiten voor de feestdagen kunt vinden.

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    Children will enjoy the carousel, mini-train, and Ferris wheel. There will be makeup or face painting and other creative workshops, every Wednesday. Kids will have a chance to meet Santa Claus and see his reindeer.

    Access to the village is free, but there is a charge for the attractions. Free parking available in two large parking lots nearby.

    Opening times:
    From the first Friday in December to the first Sunday in January, the Christmas market and skating rink are open daily at 11am.
    • From Sunday to Thursday: open 11am to 9pm
    • Friday and Saturday: open 11am to 10pm

    Exceptions:
    • December 24: open 11am to 7:30pm
    • December 25 and January 1: open 2:30pm to 10pm

    Monte-Carlo Christmas Promenade

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    Are you looking for Christmas decorations or unique presents for your loved ones? The ‘Christmas Promenade’ Monte-Carlo shopping Op dit gedeelte vind je cadeaus en decoraties om elk gezellig winterverblijf op te fleuren. Er zijn vijf prachtig versierde kraampjes waar je luxe kristallen glazen voorwerpen, slingers, meubels of sieraden kunt kopen.

    Also, don’t forget to try the food! To make this year’s holidays truly unforgettable, check out the Chefs’ Gourmet Christmas Cabin on Avenue Monte-Carlo, where you’ll find a selection of signature dishes from our Michelin-starred chefs, sweet and savory treats, sharing nibbles and traditional Christmas chocolates and desserts – all to take away!

    The setting is quite mesmerizing, overlooking Port Hercule and The Rock. The Monte Carlo Christmas Promenade is open from December 2 to January 9 from 10am to 7pm.

    Christmas Theater

    See a holiday performance on stage at the English-language ‘Theatre Des Variétés’ in Monaco (350 seats). Get tickets on the Drama Group of Monaco website for €20 and check our evenementenkalender for specifics.

    Roller Rink & Go-Karts

    The Olympic-sized Rainier III nautical stadium (which is a swimming pool in summer) will turn into an roller-skating rink with music as well as the go-karting. Kiosks for food and drinks are near the rink. Highlights include a roller-skating show on 11th, 14th, 18th, 21st and 24th of December.

    Santa Swim ????????

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    Santa Christmas swim in Monaco

    Every year, hundreds of Santa’s take to the water for the Monaco Christmas Swim at 10am on the morning of Christmas Eve (December 24). Grab your Santa hat and meet at the Larvotto beach  for this chilly sea swim. Then, warm up afterward with breakfast and a raffle supporting charity. 

    Hotel de Paris’ Winter Garden

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    Tijdens de feestdagen transformeert Hotel de Paris Monte-Carlo de binnenplaats tot een klein kerstdorp, waar luxe, traditie, heerlijke chocolade, dineren en drinken, kunst, handwerk, winkelen en shows samenkomen. U kunt zelfs genieten van heerlijke lekkernijen, lekker warm onder een deken in een van de gezellige, verwarmde hoekjes te midden van kerstbomen.

    Geef toe aan de verleiding van de glazen eetruimte, waar u kunt genieten van kerstlekkernijen – om cadeau te geven of te delen, ter plekke op te eten of mee te nemen. 's Avonds verandert de centrale glazen ruimte in een pop-up restaurant voor privédiners, compleet met seizoensgebonden, creatieve en heerlijke menu's: een exclusieve, ongekende ervaring om van te genieten onder de sterrenhemel midden op de patio.

    There are shopping experiences for you to enjoy in several glass houses, and from December 14 onwards, there will be performances to set the mood on Saturday evenings.

    • Location: The inner courtyard at the Hotel de Paris Monte-Carlo
    • Timing: The winter garden is open every day from December 3 to January 2 from 11am to 7pm.
    • Lunch: 12pm to 3pm (reservation required)
    • Dining Glasshouse: available by reservation only; email or call +37798063189

    Gourmet Treats at the Pôle Sucré & Bar à Chocolat

    De warme, verleidelijke geur van geroosterde cacaobonen leidt u rechtstreeks naar Patio Monte-Carlo voor hun beroemde warme chocolademelk – een absolute aanrader tijdens een shoppingtrip of een zoektocht naar de Kerstman! Elk excuus om te genieten van de meesterlijk bereide creaties van Michelin-sterrenchef Alain Ducasse is een goede: en deze kerst heeft hij de meest dromerige warme chocolademelk ooit gecreëerd – een overheerlijke mix van jeugdherinneringen en klassieke smaken. Trakteer uzelf op deze ultragourmet warme chocolademelk in een van de comfortabele, verwarmde lounges op de patio van Hotel de Paris.

    Kinderen kunnen deelnemen aan culinaire workshops georganiseerd door het Pôle Sucré van het Hôtel de Paris, terwijl de Boutique du Patio exclusieve feestelijke lekkernijen aanbiedt, bereid door het Hôtel de Paris en restaurant Louis XV.

    • Location: The inner courtyard at the Hotel de Paris Monte-Carlo
    • Timing: The Chocolate Factory store is open every day from December 3 to January 2 from 11am to 7pm, and the Chocolate Bar is open from 3pm to 7pm. You’ll need to check the menu and place your orders at least 3 days in advance.
    • Orders: Call +37798068999

    Christmas Workshops

    Leuke, leerzame en gezellige workshops over uiteenlopende thema's, zoals koken (het bereiden van zoete en hartige specialiteiten), bloemschikken, tekenen en het maken van kerstversieringen. Je gaat naar huis met je eigen handgemaakte creatie, gemaakt met de hulp van ervaren ambachtslieden.

    These fun, creative and delicious workshops last 90 minutes each, with festive themes such as cooking up Christmas treats, flower arranging, and making decorations. You’ll leave with your own handmade creation, produced with the help of skilled artisans.

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    Workshops are luxury-focused and intimate
    • Location: The inner courtyard at the Hotel de Paris Monte-Carlo
    • Workshop Timing: Tuesday to Saturday from 10:30am to 12:30pm and from 2:30pm to 4pm (reservations required)
    • Price: €75  per person / Duo Formula ‘Adult-Child’ at €120 (8 people capacity)
    • Reservation: +37798068999 of LePatio@sbm.mc

    Christmas Tree Auction Event ????

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    Trees in the lobby of the hotel de paris, Monaco

    De jaarlijkse kerstboomveiling van Hotel de Paris is altijd een leuk evenement. Bijna veertig bomen van alle formaten worden versierd door commerciële merken en vervolgens geveild. Ze staan opgesteld in het midden van de lobby van Hotel de Paris. Christie's organiseert de veiling, waarvan de opbrengst elk jaar naar een ander goed doel gaat.

    • Location: The lobby at the Hotel de Paris Monte-Carlo
    • Timing: The decorated Christmas trees will be on display from December 1 to 8. The auction will be held on December 8.
    • Charity: Mission Enfance, a Monaco-based charity focused on disadvantaged children worldwide.
    • Reservation for Auction: +37797775111

    Christmas Dinner, To Go

    The SBM chefs have put together a catering collection featuring gourmet hampers and a Michelin-starred festive menu, from lobster sandwiches to truffle croque-monsieur with foie gras and garoube liqueur, accompanied by a glass of champagne, mulled wine, or a floral liqueur spritz. These menus are for sale between 24 and 31 December, and you’ll need to order at least 3 days in advance by calling +37798066157.

    Santa ????????

    Don’t let the kids miss out on meeting Father Christmas in Monte-Carlo this December at the Place du Casino and at all SBM venues. He will be accompanied by a choir at the Place du Casino .

    From December 20 to 23, children and their parents are invited for a Christmas snack at Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlodie wordt omgetoverd tot een magisch kerstwonderland. De vergulde Salle Belle Époque zal gevuld zijn met een heerlijk gastronomisch buffet dat eruitziet als een tempel van genot en kerstlekkernijen. Geniet van de troostende dessertboomstam en een verfijnde selectie gebak, of een buffet met hartige delicatessen.

    Santa is one of the guests at this Christmas event, and will be present throughout. Children also take advantage of immersive creative workshops to play “little pastry chefs”.

    • Location: The prestigious Salle Belle Époque of the Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo
    • Timing: December 20, 22, 23 and 24 from 3pm to 6pm
    • Price: €100 per adult, €50 per child.
    • Reservations: Call +37798069898

    The Faux-Chalet

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    Blue Gin (in chalet mode!) at the Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort

    To warm up during cold winter evenings, head to the ‘Winter Party’ at Blue Gin Elke donderdag in december: het enige wat je nodig hebt is een goed humeur en je mooiste bergkleding.

    The bar will be redone to look like you’re in a real mountain chalet, and the outdoor seaside terrace will be a great place to bundle up in a faux-fur blanket while sipping a holiday cocktail. Cozy blankets, table games, billiards, magic close up, live DJs, a customized menu and a fully covered and heated terrace with a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean await you.

    • Location: Blue Gin at the Monte Carlo Bay Hotel
    • Timing: Decorated from November 26 to March 20; Winter party is every Thursday in December only; Live DJ on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays.

    Have a Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas in Monaco!

    Monaco is certainly the most luxurious (and possibly the most expensive) place in the world to spend the holidays. If you’re looking for a decadent Christmas, this is the place. Make sure to double check your plans with the venue (and consult the Monaco tourism office) in case anything has changed due to Covid-19.

    Na al die fantastische evenementen die we met jullie hebben gedeeld, rest ons nog maar één ding te zeggen: we wensen jullie een heel vrolijk kerstfeest!

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