London to Monaco by bike to protect the oceans
2023 saw the 6th edition of the event - © Communication Department / Stéphane Danna
It took a week of pedalling to complete the seven-leg journey.
1100 kilometres. That was the journey completed by some 100 cyclists who left London on September 19 to cycle to Monaco . The plucky ‘peloton’ arrived in the Principality on Tuesday September 26, and was greeted by Prince Albert II in person on the Place du Palais Princier.
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There was a relaxed and friendly atmosphere when the cyclists arrived – © Communication Department / Stéphane Danna
The Sovereign congratulated the men and women on their sporting but also charitable achievement, as the funds raised are being donated to the Blue Marine Foundation, a charity that strives to protect the seas and oceans by combatting overfishing. Speaking to Monaco Info, the Director of the environmental organiation Claire Brook made no secret of her delight: “We were greeted by the Prince, which is fabulous. Now we are celebrating, because it was a really tough challenge for the cyclists, but it is for a good cause,” she said with a smile.