‘Monaco and Spain: Five Centuries of Shared History’ – The travelling exhibition in Spain

One of the highlights of this commemorative year is the travelling exhibition ‘Monaco and Spain: Five Centuries of Shared History’. Through a selection of archival documents, works of art and heritage artefacts, the exhibition traces five centuries of political, diplomatic, cultural and scientific relations that have shaped the ties between the two countries.

It was inaugurated in Madrid on 1 June 2026, at the Villanueva Pavilion in the Real Jardín Botánico, in the presence of Their Majesties King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain, and Their Serene Highnesses Prince Albert II and Princess Charlène of Monaco.

During this visit, H.S.H. Prince Albert II, accompanied by his delegation, held talks with His Majesty King Felipe VI at a working meeting during which the excellent relations between the two countries were widely highlighted. The Sovereign and his delegation were also received by Mr Pedro Sánchez, President of the Spanish Government. These exchanges illustrate the quality of political dialogue and cooperation between the Principality of Monaco and the Kingdom of Spain.

After Madrid, the exhibition continues its tour. It is currently in Seville, where it was inaugurated on 22 June at the headquarters of the Cajasol Foundation, in the presence of its President, Mr Antonio Pullido Gutiérrez, and institutional representatives from Andalusia.

It will then be hosted in Palma de Mallorca, at the ‘Club de Mar’, before moving on to the Central Library of Santander. The exhibition will conclude its Spanish tour in Barcelona in the autumn.