Monaco E-Prix: Formula E Electric Racing

Overview

The Monaco E-Prix brings fully electric single-seater racing to the streets of Monte-Carlo as part of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Organised by the Automobile Club de Monaco (ACM), the event follows the tradition of Monaco's legendary motorsport heritage while showcasing the future of electric mobility.

Monaco first hosted a Formula E race in 2015 on a shortened circuit around the port. Since 2021, the E-Prix has used the full Grand Prix circuit, making it one of the most prestigious rounds on the Formula E calendar.

The Circuit

The E-Prix uses the same iconic street circuit as the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix — approximately 3.3 km through the streets of Monte-Carlo and La Condamine, including the famous Casino Square, Mirabeau corner, the tunnel, the chicane, and the harbour-side straight along the Port Hercule.

The fully electric Gen3 cars produce less noise than F1 cars, making the E-Prix a distinctly different sensory experience — the sound of tyres, gearboxes, and regenerative braking replaces the familiar engine roar.

Race Weekend Schedule

A typical E-Prix weekend in Monaco includes:

• Friday: Pit lane walks, off-track events, and support activities
• Saturday: Free practice sessions and qualifying
• Sunday: The E-Prix race (approximately 45 minutes plus 1 lap)

The schedule is more compact than the F1 Grand Prix weekend, and the disruption to the city is shorter, though significant road closures still apply.

Tickets

Tickets are available through:

• Automobile Club de Monaco: acm.mc
• FIA Formula E: fiaformulae.com

Options include:

• Grandstand seats — reserved seating in tribunes around the circuit (various price ranges)
• General admission — standing areas with views of certain circuit sections
• Hospitality packages — premium access with food, drinks, and VIP areas

Prices are generally lower than for the F1 Grand Prix, making the E-Prix a more accessible way to experience motorsport in Monaco.

Getting Around During the E-Prix

Road Closures

Streets forming part of the circuit are closed from several days before the race until dismantling is complete. This affects major routes through Monte-Carlo and La Condamine, including:

• Avenue d'Ostende
• Boulevard Albert Ier
• Quai Albert Ier (port-side)
• Sections around Place du Casino

Transport

• Bus services continue to operate with modified routes — check Compagnie des Autobus de Monaco for E-Prix schedules
• Train to Monaco-Monte-Carlo station remains operational and is a good option from Nice, Menton, or Ventimiglia
• Walking is often the most practical way to move around Monaco during race weekend
• Parking is limited; park-and-ride or public transport is recommended

Atmosphere

The E-Prix brings a technology-forward, sustainability-themed atmosphere to Monaco's motorsport calendar. The E-Village fan zone, typically set up near the port, offers interactive exhibits, team merchandise, simulators, and food and drink areas. Live music and entertainment complement the racing programme.

The event attracts a mix of motorsport enthusiasts, technology fans, and visitors drawn to the spectacle of racing through Monaco's streets.

Comparison with Formula 1