Monarchy of Monaco
The sovereign prince (French: prince de Monaco) is the monarch and head of state of the Principality of Monaco. All reigning princes have taken the name of the House of Grimaldi, although since 1731 have belonged to other families (Goyon de Matignon or Polignac) in the male line. When Prince Rainier III died in 2005, he was Europe's longest reigning monarch. The Grimaldi family, which has ruled Monaco for eight centuries, is Europe's longest-ruling royal family.
| Sovereign Prince of Monaco | |
|---|---|
| Incumbent | |
| Albert II since 6 April 2005 | |
| Details | |
| Style | His Serene Highness |
| Heir apparent | Jacques |
| First monarch | Honoré II (as prince; previous rulers were called lords until 1612) |
| Formation | 29 November 1604 |
| Residence | Prince's Palace |
| Website | Monarchy of Monaco |
The presently reigning prince is Albert II, who ascended in April 2005.
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