Monaco Grand Prix 2025
Port Hercule, with its 700 berths and capacity to accommodate yachts up to 130 meters, becomes a coveted docking ground. Among the anticipated highlights is the return of KISMET, a 122-meter Lürssen masterpiece that stole the show in 2024 as the longest super yacht charter at the Monaco Yacht Show. With its seven decks, helipad, and space for 12 guests, KISMET offers an unrivalled vantage point for watching cars navigate the tight Tabac Corner. Another returning icon, NERO, a 90.1-meter classic from 2008, blends vintage elegance with modern amenities, accommodating 12 guests in luxurious cabins while providing a front-row seat to the race’s intensity.
The fleet includes a mix of motor and sailing yachts, catering to diverse preferences. Motor yachts like the 67-meter O’PTASIA, known for its sleek design and expansive sun decks, offer prime views of the Nouvelle Chicane, complete with gourmet dining and live entertainment. Sailing yachts, such as the 54-meter OURANOS, bring a traditional flair, with tall masts and spacious decks ideal for socialising as cars roar past the harbor. These vessels, often crewed by professionals, feature advanced AV systems to stream the race live, ensuring no moment is missed, even from the comfort of plush interiors.
The yachts serve as more than mere viewing platforms; they are floating venues for the Grand Prix’s renowned social scene. Packages often include Michelin-starred catering, champagne bars, and appearances by F1 personalities, creating an atmosphere of glamour. For instance, a Prestige 680s yacht, offering berths for 12 with VIP tickets, promises a front-row experience at Turn 12, complete with breakfast, lunch, and a festive ambiance. The exclusivity of trackside berths, limited to around 80 of the 300 available, drives early bookings, with costs ranging from €890 per person to bespoke packages exceeding $50,000 for the weekend.
Beyond the race, the yachts enhance the Monaco experience with post-event parties, leveraging the principality’s proximity to casinos and nightclubs like Twiga. The presence of these vessels, from corporate charters to celebrity retreats, underscores the event’s status as a pinnacle of luxury, blending high-speed sport with high-society allure. As May 2025 unfolds, Port Hercule will once again become a dazzling maritime stage, where the roar of engines meets the elegance of the yachting world.