A Ferrari 296 was involved in a traffic accident inside Monaco’s Louis II Tunnel on Sunday, March 1, at approximately 15:00, drawing a swift response from police and emergency services.
The collision occurred along the key underground route linking Port Hercule with the Portier district of the Principality. Authorities quickly secured the area while traffic was temporarily slowed as crews assessed the scene. Images circulating locally show the high-performance vehicle with substantial front-end damage. At this stage, officials have not confirmed whether there were any injuries, and the circumstances surrounding the accident remain under investigation.
The incident took place in a section of the tunnel that has previously drawn public attention. In 2023, a tragic crash in nearly the same stretch claimed the lives of three individuals in their thirties after a performance SUV struck a concrete barrier at speeds reported to have reached 156 km/h. Investigators later confirmed the driver had consumed alcohol and cocaine at a Monaco nightlife venue prior to the collision.
In the aftermath of that tragedy, authorities reinforced monitoring measures within the Louis II Tunnel. In April 2024, nine additional video surveillance cameras were installed as part of a broader enhancement of the Principality’s public security infrastructure. The system enables real-time monitoring and faster emergency response coordination inside one of Monaco’s busiest enclosed traffic corridors.
The Louis II Tunnel remains a vital artery in Monaco’s compact road network, where even minor incidents can quickly affect circulation. Further details regarding Sunday’s accident are expected once authorities complete their review.