{"id":4715,"date":"2026-07-09T15:16:31","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T13:16:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lesvoilesdesaint-tropez.fr\/les-voiles-de-saint-tropez-a-celebration-of-excellence"},"modified":"2026-07-09T15:17:35","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T13:17:35","slug":"les-voiles-de-saint-tropez-a-celebration-of-excellence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lesvoilesdesaint-tropez.fr\/en\/les-voiles-de-saint-tropez-a-celebration-of-excellence","title":{"rendered":"Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez: A Celebration of Excellence"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

July 9, 2026The organizers of Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, whose 28th edition will take place from September 26 to October 4, draw on a proven track record that reflects a constant attention to detail. Each year, the teams at the Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Nautique de Saint-Tropez, led by President Pierre Roinson, raise the bar for event organization to offer crews exceptional racing conditions and hospitality, both on land and on the water. This involves intensive preparatory work, carried out in collaboration with the event\u2019s partners and in consultation with the City of Saint-Tropez. <\/strong> More varied courses, enhanced safety<\/strong>Organizing about twenty starts each day for a fleet of more than 250 boats ranging from 10 to 50 meters in length\u2014from stalwart century-old vessels to brand-new maxis, including the latest-generation prototypes\u2014 that is the daily challenge of Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez. Three race committees, supported by some 70 \u201cvolunteers,\u201d strive to improve their performance year after year, as Georges Kohrel, the Principal Race Officer, explains for the 2026 edition: \u201c We\u2019re going to deploy several additional geodynamic buoys to vary the courses. Our goal is to no longer run out-and-back courses where the fleets cross paths, but to always have a third mark to round. <\/em>“. This safety requirement has also led to a change in the starting positions for the Maxis in Pampelonne Bay; they will no longer be in the middle of the banana course but on the outside. The sporting aspect is also a key concern: \u201cFrom now on,<\/em>the courses will be announced only on the morning of the race to account for weather conditions as closely as possible, and we\u2019ll make sure to extend the legs if necessary to add more intensity to the regattas<\/em>,\u201d adds Georges Kohrel. This request was made in particular by the Modern class, whose largest boats, the IRC 0s, are once again competing this year for the BMW Trophy. <\/strong>P Class Yachts Take Center Stage for the 20th Anniversary of the Rolex Trophy<\/strong>Since 2006, the Rolex Trophy has annually honored a category of traditional sailing yachts, selected by a committee, thereby highlighting a class of yachts and offering a broad overview of yachting history.To mark its 20th anniversary, the prestigious Rolex Trophy will be awarded this year for the first time to the best P-Class yacht\u2014these elegant gaff-rigged cutters measuring approximately 16 meters, designed according to Nathana\u00ebl Herreshoff\u2019s universal measurement system. Already in the running in 2024\u2014as they were part of the award-winning Gaff-Rigged Vintage category that year\u2014the P Class boats were narrowly beaten by the 10 mJI Marga<\/em>, skippered by Torben Gra\u00ebl. Spectacular and formidable sailboats in light to moderate winds, yet equally at home in the breezes that often sweep across the Gulf of Saint-Tropez in late September, all P Class yachts were built in the early20th<\/sup> century on the East Coast of the United States. Four of them will once again gather in Saint-Tropez. Joyant<\/em>, the last to be restored in Camden, Maine, will go head-to-head with Chips<\/em>, Corinthian<\/em>, and Olympian<\/em>. One thing is certain: one of these four formidable contenders will add its name to the list of winners of the highly coveted Rolex Trophy. <\/strong>Maxis: A Natural Fit for Les Voiles<\/strong>They are an integral part of the history of Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, having been recognized as a class in their own right at La Nioulargue as early as 1983. The Maxis, whose owners\u2014led by Baron Edmond de Rothschild, then president of the association founded in 1979\u2014compete in high-level regattas in Pampelonne Bay and delight visitors strolling along the quays of the old port in the evening with their majestic presence. This shared loyalty between this exceptional class and the Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Nautique de Saint-Tropez has made Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez one of the largest gatherings of Maxis in the world today. \u201c Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez holds a very special place in the hearts of Maxi owners. Coming to race in Saint-Tropez is a real treat, and it\u2019s the best way to wrap up the season. <\/em> ” confirms Maurits van Oranje-Nassau, the new president of the IMA, who was appointed last September to succeed Beno\u00eet de Froidmont. Van Oranje-Nassau, who is also the owner-skipper of the Wally 80 Sud<\/em>, will compete in Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, the fifth and final race of the 2026 season, which counts toward the IMA Mediterranean Maxi Inshore ChallengeAnd just like last year, the top Maxi 1 at the end of the week will be awarded the prestigious Edmond de Rothschild Trophy, presented by shipowner Ariane de Rothschild, who today carries on the legendary Gitana<\/em> legacy. <\/strong> <\/strong>2026 Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez Program<\/strong>Saturday, September 26<\/strong>: Registration ConfirmationSunday, September 27<\/strong>: Registration confirmation: Results of the Yacht Club de France Fall Cup (Cannes\u2013Saint-Tropez)Monday, September 28<\/strong>: Regattas for the Maxis and ModernsTuesday, September 29<\/strong>: Maxi, Modern, and Classic Regattas, including the Rolex Trophy Wednesday, September 30<\/strong>: Regattas for the Modern and Classic classes\u2014 , including the Rolex Trophy; Day Off for the Maxis; Club 55 Maxi Yachts CupThursday, October 1<\/strong>: Club 55 Cup, Gstaad Yacht Club Centenarians\u2019 Trophy (staggered starts), Challenge Day, and for Modern and Classic boats, the \u201c \u201d Regattas for MaxisFriday, October 2<\/strong>: Maxi, Modern, and Classic Regattas, including the Rolex TrophySaturday, October 3:<\/strong> Maxi, Modern, and Classic regattas, including the Rolex Trophy, Awards ceremony for the Maxi class, including the Edmond de Rothschild Trophy, Awards ceremony for the Rolex TrophySunday, October 4<\/strong>: Awards ceremony for the Modern and Classic categories, including the BMW Trophy and special trophies. PARTNERS OF LES VOILES DE SAINT-TROPEZ<\/strong> <\/strong>Major Partner<\/strong>ROLEX Premium Partners<\/strong>, BMW, EDMOND DE ROTHSCHILD Preferred Partners<\/strong>, WALLY, SUZUKI MARINE, BRIG Associated Partners<\/strong>, VSC CORPORATE RECOVERY CONSULTING,, PORT DES MARINES DE COGOLIN,, NORTH SAILS Vendors<\/strong>:MERCANTOUR EVENTSBYBLOSPEPINIERE DU GOLFECHAMPAGNE BARONS DE ROTHSCHILD CHATEAU SAINT-MAUR CRU CLASSEMAITRES VIGNERONS DE LA PRESQU\u2019ILE DE SAINT-TROPEZ Institutional Partners of Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez <\/strong>CITY OF SAINT-TROPEZPORT OF SAINT-TROPEZSAINT-TROPEZ TOURISMESPRIT VILLAGE IN SAINT-TROPEZFRENCH SAILING FEDERATIONYACHT CLUB DE FRANCE INTERNATIONAL MAXI ASSOCIATIONINTERNATIONAL MEDITERRANEAN COMMITTEE Organization:<\/strong>Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Nautique de Saint-Tropez, President: Pierre RoinsonChief Race Officer: Georges KorhelRegistration: Fr\u00e9d\u00e9rique FantinoMarine Safety: Gilles DoyenLogistics and Supplies: Alice Coquant Communications and External Relations: Chlo\u00e9 de BrouwerEditorial: Pierre-Marie Bourguinat Websites: www.lesvoilesdesaint-tropez.fr<\/a>; www.societe-nautique-saint-tropez.fr<\/a>Facebook: Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez OfficialX (formerly Twitter): @VoilesSTOrgInstagram: les_voiles_de_saint_tropezVideo: Guilain Grenier, Images 6 G Production\/SNSTPhoto credit, mandatory attribution: SNST\/Gilles Martin-Raget Press Relations: Maguelonne Turcat<\/p>\n\n

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