Christmas Village Monaco

This small Principality, in fact one of the smallest countries in the world, second only to Vatican City, Is today one of the most celebrated symbols of the French Riviera. Home to the wealthy and international jet set due to its tax privileges, it is a privileged part of the world.

For your chance to take in a little bit of Christmas the Monaco way, why not visit the famous ‘Village de Noel’ (Christmas Market) which runs for a whole month from the start of December until the start of January each year.

Here is your fact file for planning your trip:

Dates: 2 December 2016 to 2 January 2017

Location: Port Hercule in Quai Albert 1er

What to expect: A Christmas village with gifts to buy, local gastronomic offerings, regional products to taste, an ice skating rink, activities like Ferris wheels.

Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11.00-21.00, Fri/Sat 11.00-22.00 (early closing on Christmas Eve at 19.30). More information: http://www.mairie.mc/en/langues-etrangeres/events-entertainment/the-christmas-village

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