Overview
- The Princely House of Monaco led a formal opening ceremony on Monday, June 29, with Prince Albert II, Princess Charlène, their twins Jacques and Gabriella, and Princess Stéphanie in attendance.
- The new Monaco zone is Europa‑Park's 18th European area and features Riviera architecture, a redesigned Silver Star roller coaster evoking Formula 1, racing memorabilia and guest-facing F1 simulators.
- At Prince Albert's request the park added an educational virtual aquarium based on the Oceanographic Institute's work to spotlight ocean conservation inside the themed area.
- Monaco did not fund construction but seconded staff to help plan and implement the project, and the Macks say the partnership rests on a long personal friendship dating back to contacts around the Monte‑Carlo circus festival.
- The area opened to visitors at the park's season start in March and now carries royal endorsement as part of Europa‑Park's 50th‑anniversary program, a move meant to boost visitor draw and brand distinction.