Inside Princess Stéphanie of Monaco’s cosy mountain chalet where she celebrates Christmas

Princess Stephanie has returned to her mountain residence in the Alpes-Maritimes to celebrate the festive season with her family.

Princess Stephanie is currently staying at her chalet in Auron, according to Ici Paris. She is spending the holidays there with her three children and grandchildren. The programme includes skiing, trips to the village ice rink and family evenings.

Auron is a former alpine farming village that has been transformed into a winter sports resort. It is located at an altitude of 1,600 metres in the Mercantour massif. The resort is a two-hour drive from Monaco.

The largest ski area in the county

The Auron ski area stretches from 1,250 to 2,450 metres above sea level. It offers 135 kilometres of slopes, making it the largest network in the Alpes-Maritimes. The resort overlooks the Tinée Valley. Winter activities punctuate the days of the princely family. Skiing, ice skating on the central square and mountain meals make up the bulk of the programme.

Princess Stephanie has led a more private life for several years. She usually resides at her estate in Fontbonne, on the French Riviera, where she keeps numerous animals. This winter stay in Auron has become an annual tradition for the family. The chalet allows Princess Stéphanie to spend time with her loved ones in a natural setting. The resort offers a preserved environment between forests and snow-capped peaks. This family tradition continues every winter, away from the usual Monegasque protocol. Princess Stéphanie enjoys spending time with her children Louis, Pauline and Camille, as well as her grandchildren.