In preparation for the upcoming Monaco-Nice stage of the Tour de France, significant traffic and parking restrictions will be in effect across the Principality from Friday, July 19 to Tuesday, July 23.
Vehicle Traffic Restrictions
On Sunday, July 21, from 10:00 to 20:00, several key roads will be closed to vehicular traffic, including Boulevard Albert Ier, Quai des États-Unis, Route de la Piscine, South Dock, Quai Antoine Ier, and several others. Additional one-way traffic lanes and reversals will be implemented on specific roads to manage the flow of vehicles. Notably, from Saturday, July 20 at 18:00 to Sunday, July 21 at 10:00, the upstream lane of Boulevard Albert Ier and a one-way traffic lane on Route de la Piscine will be reserved for specific road users. Full details and updates can be accessed via Waze.
Parking Restrictions
Parking will be prohibited on multiple roads from 23:00 on Friday, July 19 to 06:00 on Tuesday, July 23, affecting areas such as the Esplanade des Pêcheurs, Quai des États-Unis, and Boulevard Albert Ier, among others. Additionally, public car parks including Grimaldi Forum, Larvotto, and Portier will be closed all day on Sunday, July 21.
Charging Stations and Bike Sharing Services
Electric vehicle charging stations on roads such as rue Grimaldi and avenue Princesse Grace will be closed from Friday, July 19 to Tuesday, July 23. Similarly, several Monabike self-service electric bicycle stations will be unavailable from the evening of Friday, July 19 to the morning of Monday, July 22.
Pedestrian Traffic
Pedestrian access will largely be maintained, with the exception of Quai Albert Ier, which will be closed from Friday, July 19 at 23:00 to Sunday, July 21 at midnight. Designated crossing points will be managed by volunteers, with details available on the official Tour de France practical information website.
Bus Services
On Sunday, July 21, certain Compagnie des Autobus de Monaco lines will not be in service. A special ‘Tour de France 2024’ bus line will be operational from 06:00 to 21:20.
For more detailed information about traffic, parking, and the Tour de France stage in Monaco, visit the dedicated official website, available in French, English, and Italian.
Featured image courtesy of the communications department: Tour de France 2009
