Monaco Yacht Show 2026: Complete Guide + Our Luxury Villas in La Vigie, Cap Ferrat and Monaco
EVENT & REAL ESTATE
From September 23 to 26, 2026, the Monaco Yacht Show once again transforms Port Hercule into the global epicenter of luxury yachting. For the 35th edition of this unmissable event, more than 120 superyachts and megayachts will be moored in the Principality, including 43 new 2026 deliveries that are already making waves in the industry.
But the Monaco Yacht Show is much more than just yachts. It's a lifestyle, a showcase of absolute luxury where megayacht owners, real estate investors and connoisseurs of French art de vivre converge. And when you own a 100-meter yacht, you also look for an exceptional villa in Villefranche-sur-Mer, a penthouse in Monaco or a historic property in Cap Ferrat.
This article takes you to the heart of the Monaco Yacht Show 2026, with the largest yachts expected, the most prestigious real estate addresses nearby, and especially La Vigie – the iconic villa in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin that we offer for rent – as well as our selection of villas in Cap Ferrat, penthouses in Beausoleil and apartments in Monaco.
To discover all our properties, visit our properties page on MONTY + CO Real Estate.
Monaco Yacht Show 2026: Dates, Locations and Key Figures
Official Dates
The Monaco Yacht Show 2026 takes place from Wednesday, September 23 to Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Port Hercule, Monaco. Opening hours are 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM from Wednesday to Friday, and 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday.
Since 1991, the Monaco Yacht Show has become the largest in-water superyacht exhibition in Europe. Each year, the event attracts around 560 elite exhibitors from all luxury sectors and tens of thousands of affluent visitors.
The 2026 Fleet
This year, the fleet is expected to reach 120 yachts on opening day, with more than 120 superyachts and megayachtsmoored at the quays and 43 new 2026 deliveries, ranging from the 23.98m Arcadia A80 to the 102m Lürssen Nixie, which is the largest charter yacht present this year.
You'll find prestigious shipyards such as Lürssen, Benetti, Sanlorenzo, Damen Yachting, Riva, Baglietto, Tankoa and many others. Among the 2026 novelties, note Nixie (102m, Lürssen), Pangea (80m, Damen), QU2 (60m, Damen), Silver Fox (73.4m, Sanlorenzo), B.Now 50m (Benetti), Riva 54 Metri (54.84m) and Simena (62m, Ares Yachts), which is the largest sailing yacht present.
To learn more about the event, visit the official Monaco Yacht Show website.
The Largest Yachts in the World in 2026
While the Monaco Yacht Show exhibits yachts from 40 to 100 meters, here are the absolute giants that dominate the world rankings in 2026.
Somnio: The Largest Yacht Ever Built
At the top of the 2026 ranking is Somnio, a residential yacht 222 meters long (728 feet), currently under construction. This revolutionary project pushes all the boundaries of yachting with unprecedented space modularity and access.
REV Ocean: The Largest 2026 Delivery
REV Ocean measures 194.9 meters (639 feet) and will be officially delivered in the fourth quarter of 2026. Built by the Vard shipyard, this megayacht is expected to be the largest delivery of the year, with a staggering volume of 19,235 GT.
Azzam: The Longest Private Yacht
Azzam, at 180.6 meters (593 feet), holds the record for the longest private yacht in the world. Built by Lürssen for the Abu Dhabi royal family, this yacht remains an absolute reference in terms of design and performance.
The Other Giants
Next come Fulk Al Salamah (164m, Mariotti, Saudi Arabia), Eclipse (162.5m, Blohm+Voss, Roman Abramovich), Dubai (162m, Blohm+Voss / Lürssen, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum), Blue (160.6m, Lürssen), Dilbar(156m, Lürssen, Alisher Usmanov), Al Said (155m, Lürssen, Sultanate of Oman) and Opera (146.4m).
Among notable 2026 deliveries, we cite Boardwalk (117m, Lürssen), NAUSICAÄ (114.2m, Lürssen), Nixie (102.4m, Lürssen) and NETTO II (80m). Dilbar also holds the record for the largest private yacht by gross tonnage and features the largest swimming pool ever installed on a private yacht.
Finally, Koru (127m, Oceanco), owned by Jeff Bezos (Amazon), is the largest sailing yacht in the world, estimated at 500 million dollars.
Luxury Real Estate: Where to Stay During the Monaco Yacht Show?
Owning a yacht is great. Having an exceptional residence nearby is better. Here are our best addresses to experience the Monaco Yacht Show in the utmost luxury.
1. Villa La Vigie – Roquebrune-Cap-Martin ⭐
The Iconic Villa of the French Riviera, Former Residence of Karl Lagerfeld
Villa La Vigie is undoubtedly one of the most emblematic properties on the French Riviera. Located in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, just 10 minutes from Monaco, this exceptional villa was built between 1898 and 1904 and was the former residence of Karl Lagerfeld. Today owned by the Société des Bains de Mer de Monaco, La Vigie is a true architectural jewel.
The villa spans 800 m² of living space and can accommodate up to 13 people in its 7 master bedrooms. It features an infinity pool, generous terraces and landscaped gardens offering breathtaking panoramic views over the Mediterranean and Monaco. The decoration, a blend of neoclassical style and modernity, reflects the haute couture heritage of its former owner.
La Vigie is fully fenced and secured, guaranteeing total privacy for its guests. It is the ideal residence for yacht owners participating in the Monaco Yacht Show who seek an exceptional temporary residence 10 minutes from Port Hercule.
Rental Price: On request
Availability: We offer La Vigie for ultra-luxury seasonal rental: discover it here!
2. Penthouse in Beausoleil – Sea View over Monaco
The Monaco Lifestyle Without the Monaco Price
In Beausoleil, a commune located just above Monaco, we offer an exceptional penthouse with panoramic sea views over Monaco and the bay. This 138 m² penthouse features large terraces, contemporary decoration and high-end amenities.
Ideally located 5 minutes from Monaco, this penthouse allows you to enjoy the Monaco lifestyle (casinos, Michelin-starred restaurants, luxury shopping) while benefiting from more space and tranquility. It's the perfect address for yacht owners who want to be close to Port Hercule without paying Monaco's exorbitant prices.
Sale Price: €2.11M
To discover this penthouse and our other properties in Beausoleil, visit our page on MONTY + CO Real Estate.
3. Villas in Cap Ferrat – The Most Exclusive Address
Cap Ferrat is the "Beverly Hills" of the French Riviera
Cap Ferrat (Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat) is undoubtedly the most prestigious address on the French Riviera. Between Nice and Monaco, this verdant peninsula is home to historic villas, unique botanical gardens and 360° sea views.
We offer several contemporary sea-view villas in Cap Ferrat, ranging from 350 to 600 m² with 5 to 8 master bedrooms. These villas feature infinity pools, panoramic terraces, landscaped gardens and direct sea access. Some historic properties, like Villa Les Cèdres (built in 1830, 7,000 m² living space, 14 hectares of land, largest private botanical garden in the world), are absolute references in terms of prestige.
Cap Ferrat offers absolute tranquility, far from the hustle of Cannes or Saint-Tropez, while remaining 20 minutes from Monaco and 15 minutes from Nice. You'll find private beaches, secret coves and historic villas like the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild.
Rental Price: €50,000 – €150,000 / week (depending on season)
Sale Price: €10M – €50M+
To discover our villas in Cap Ferrat, consult our Cap Ferrat page on MONTY + CO Real Estate.
4. Real Estate in Monaco – The Pinnacle of Luxury
Monaco is the Most Expensive Real Estate Market in the World
With an average price of €52,000 – €62,000 / m² (and up to €120,000 / m² for exceptional properties), Monaco is the most exclusive real estate destination on the planet.
The most prestigious districts include Larvotto (the most expensive, sea view, Mareterra, €98,000 / m²), Monte-Carlo (Carré d'Or) (iconic, Casino, Hôtel de Paris, €54,000 – €100,000 / m²), Fontvieille (rising, €60,000 / m²) and La Rousse / Saint-Roman (more affordable, sea view).
Monaco offers advantageous taxation (no income tax), maximum security (24/7 police, cameras everywhere), an ultra-luxury lifestyle (casinos, Michelin-starred restaurants, luxury shopping) and immediate proximity to the Monaco Yacht Show (Port Hercule is in the Principality).
5. Villefranche-sur-Mer: The Chic and Authentic Alternative
Between Nice and Monaco, Villefranche-sur-Mer Offers Unique Charm
Villefranche-sur-Mer, with its picturesque bay, colorful streets and authentic fishing port, is a more affordable alternative (but just as prestigious) to Monaco and Cap Ferrat.
We offer several sea-view villas in Villefranche-sur-Mer, ranging from 400 to 700 m² with 5 to 7 bedrooms. These villas feature pools, panoramic terraces and landscaped gardens. Villefranche offers a protected bay, absolute tranquility, and remains 10 minutes from Nice and 15 minutes from Monaco. You'll find gourmet restaurants and private beaches.
Rental Price: €30,000 – €80,000 / week
Sale Price: €8M – €25M
To discover one of our villas in Villefranche-sur-Mer, consult our Villefranche page on MONTY + CO Real Estate.
The Natural Link: Yachting and Luxury Real Estate
Superyacht owners don't just look for a boat. They seek a complete lifestyle: a yacht to cruise the Mediterranean (Monaco, Saint-Tropez, Cap Ferrat, Cannes), a villa to host family and friends (La Vigie, Cap Ferrat, Villefranche) and an apartment in Monaco to be at the heart of the action (Grand Prix, Yacht Show, parties).
This is exactly what MONTY + CO Real Estate offers: comprehensive support for ultra-high-net-worth clients who want the best of the French Riviera – yachting, real estate, lifestyle.
Monaco Yacht Show 2026: Our Tips for Visitors
Book Your Accommodation Now
During the Monaco Yacht Show, luxury hotels and villas are completely booked. If you want to stay in Monaco, Cap Ferrat or Villefranche during the event, book at least 3–6 months in advance.
Get Your VIP Badge
The Monaco Yacht Show offers VIP badges with priority access, private lounges and invitations to exclusive parties. Contact the organizers or your yacht broker to obtain your badge.
Visit Villas at the Same Time
If you're already on site for the Yacht Show, take the opportunity to visit villas for sale or rent. It's the ideal time: you're already on the French Riviera, and owners are often more available in September.
Combine Yacht Show and Events
Late September, the French Riviera comes alive with the Monaco Yacht Show (September 23–26), private parties in Monaco, Cap Ferrat, Saint-Tropez and dinners at the city's best restaurants (Gaia, Le Grill, Ramplodi, Cipriani, Zephyr...).
The Monaco Yacht Show: More Than a Show, a Way of Life
The Monaco Yacht Show 2026 is not just a boat show. It's the annual rendez-vous for yacht owners, real estate investors and lovers of absolute luxury. Between the 120 superyachts on display, the 43 new 2026 deliveries and the most prestigious real estate addresses on the French Riviera, it's a total immersion into the world of luxury.
Whether you're looking to buy a yacht, rent an exceptional villa like La Vigie, invest in Monaco real estate or simply live the French Riviera lifestyle, the Monaco Yacht Show is the ideal starting point.
MONTY + CO Real Estate supports you in all your prestige real estate projects on the French Riviera:
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Seasonal Rental: Villa La Vigie (Roquebrune-Cap-Martin), penthouse in Beausoleil, villas in Cap Ferrat, properties in Villefranche-sur-Mer
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Sale: Apartments in Monaco, villas in Cap Ferrat, properties in Saint-Tropez and Ramatuelle
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Personalized Advice: For yacht owners seeking a residence near Port Hercule
To prepare your stay at the Monaco Yacht Show 2026 and discover our exceptional properties, contact MONTY + CO Real Estate now.
