The Prince’s Palace of Monaco, home to the Grimaldi family since 1297, is undergoing a new phase of transformation to keep pace with the demands of modern times—without sacrificing its regal heritage.
Following the discovery of original frescoes in the public halls and the Gallery of Hercules, restoration efforts have ramped up at the royal residence. Now, a significant structural project is on the horizon.
According to a recent press release, Their Serene Highnesses Prince Albert II and Princess Charlène have endorsed a major intervention involving the western section of the palace—known as the “New Wing.” Erected in the late 1960s, the wing is set to gain an additional floor as part of a wider plan to future-proof the palace.
The upgrades aim to balance preservation with progress, enhancing the building’s safety, accessibility, and environmental performance to meet 21st-century standards. Planners have stressed that construction will be carefully managed to limit disruption to both the palace’s daily operations and the broader rhythm of life in the Principality.
In short: Monaco’s most iconic address is getting a facelift, with one eye on the past and the other firmly on the future.
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