Monaco Public Sports Facilities

Monaco offers extensive public sports facilities and infrastructure accessible to residents and visitors for recreational and competitive activities.

Stade Louis II

Stade Louis II is Monaco's primary sports stadium and multipurpose arena, featuring:

• Football pitch — Professional-grade football field hosting ASM (AS Monaco) matches and international competitions
• Seating capacity — Approximately 16,000 seats for spectators
• Athletic track — 400-meter track for track and field events
• Training facilities — Multiple training grounds for football teams and individual athletes
• Event hosting — Concerts, ceremonies, and cultural events beyond sports
• Public access — Stadium tours available for football enthusiasts and tourists

The stadium regularly hosts Ligue 1 matches, European competitions, and serves as a symbol of Monaco's sporting heritage.

Swimming pools

Monaco has three municipal pools, and the confusion between the first two is common:

• Centre Nautique Prince Albert II — the indoor aquatic centre inside the Stade Louis II: a 50 × 21 m Olympic pool with a movable wall, a learners' pool and a diving pit with 1, 3 and 5 m boards, fresh water at 28 °C. It is the training pool of Monaco's swimming, water-polo and artistic-swimming clubs and hosts the Monte-Carlo international meet each June. Public lanes Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 07:15–14:30, Saturday 13:00–18:30, Sunday 08:30–13:30; €3.20 per swim.
• Stade Nautique Rainier III — the open-air seawater pool on Port Hercule, run by the Mairie: 50 m, heated, with 1, 3 and 5 m boards and a 45 m slide, open 1 May to 7 October (2026 season) for €12, or €6 for residents. In winter the site becomes an ice rink.
• Piscine Saint-Charles — an 18 m indoor pool in Monte-Carlo, renovated in 2026, €5, with the Mairie's baby-swimming and lesson programmes.

Hours, tariffs, closures and rules for all three are in the public swimming pools guide; the hotel pools that sell day access are in the hotel and resort pools guide.

Tennis Courts and Racquet Sports

Public tennis facilities include:

• Municipal tennis courts — Clay and hard courts available for hourly rental
• Coaching services — Professional tennis instructors available for lessons
• Tournaments — Local and regional tennis championships hosted regularly
• Squash courts — Additional racquet sports facilities for community use
• Badminton halls — Dedicated spaces for badminton clubs and lessons

Fitness and Health Infrastructure

Public fitness options comprise:

• Municipal gyms — Equipped with cardio, strength training, and functional fitness equipment
• Outdoor fitness parks — Free public exercise stations in parks with bodyweight training equipment
• Running tracks — Dedicated paths for jogging and running throughout Monaco
• Cycling infrastructure — Bike lanes and cycling paths connecting neighborhoods

Memberships and Access

Most public facilities offer:

• Daily passes — Pay-as-you-go access for visitors and occasional users
• Monthly memberships — Discounted rates for regular facility users
• Annual passes — Best value for frequent participants
• Resident discounts — Reduced rates for Monaco residents
• Group rates — Special pricing for organized groups and teams

Booking and Information

To access Monaco's public sports facilities:

1. Visit individual facility websites or central sports administration office
2. Check schedules and availability for your desired activity
3. Purchase passes or arrange memberships online or in person
4. Book specific facilities or classes as needed
5. Arrive early for peak times to ensure availability

Contact details for facilities are available through Monaco's public services directory.