4 ambitious initiatives in the Principality to boost its appeal

The Halle Gourmande at the Condamine market

Thepopular Condamine market is about to undergo a major transformation, with temporary closure scheduled for January 2026 for modernisation work. The aim is to preserve its friendly spirit while improving comfort for traders and visitors alike. The new venue promises to offer a more modern, practical and attractivespace, while remaining true to its authentic soul. Reopening planned for early 2027! It should be noted that during the renovation period, the Place d'Armes will continue to be used in a layout inspired by Christmas markets.

Reopening of Jardin Exotique

Jardin Exotique is set to amaze visitors once again when it reopens its doors to the public at the end of summer 2025. Perched between the sky and the sea, this emblematic site, home to around a thousand cacti and other succulent species, will once again unveil its botanical treasures and breathtaking panoramas of the Mediterranean and the Principality. Inaugurated in 1933, the garden is reputed to be "the largest rock garden of succulents in the world", but work is currently underway to secure the cliff. This is a great opportunity to restore the site to its former glory, by completely refurbishing and renovating it, to the delight of visitors.

Moving the Espace Léo Ferré to the îlot Pasteur

he new, ultra-modern auditorium will add to Monaco's cultural offering at the start of the new academic year in 2025. Located in the heart of theîlot Pasteur and designed for all types of events, it will be equipped with the latest audiovisual technology. An ideal venue for concerts, conferences, congresses or private events! Musicians beware: an integrated recording studio will be available to welcome novices and experienced musicians, local and international, in the best possible conditions. As has been the case for many years, this hall will also be a focal point for organising cultural events such as the National Day celebrations.

New Caroline media library

Amodern facility , also located on the Islet Pasteur, offering 2,000 square metres of space, including 1,200 square metres for public use, complemented by a modular auditorium capable of hosting cultural events of all kinds: these are the first elements of the new media library that will be available to locals and visitors alike by the end of 2025. What will it be called? The name is "Médiathèque Caroline", "in honour of Her Royal Highness, the Princess of Hanover, who supports culture in all its forms in the Principality", as mayor Georges Marsan explains. And since 1 January 2025,membership of the Media Library has been free for everyone! It's an initiative that gives everyone, whether a local or a visitor, unlimited access to a wide range of cultural and educational resources.