Offshore Racing in Greece

A wonderful experience

'On the magical island of Poros we are enjoying a warm June evening where an alchemist has turned the bay into shimmering molten gold. Mooring up are a fleet of yachts completing their first leg of an offshore race from mainland Athens. With a party ensuing at the quayside tavernas there is a great buzz of excitement at the prospect of another days' race.'

Benefits of racing in Greece

Greece may be synonymous with budget flotilla holidays, but the racing scene is firmly establishing itself. Competing from island to island against premiere Greek sailors while surrounded by the enchanting Aegean, makes for a first class sporting venue.

The season runs from March to mid December with glorious weather throughout. With an offshore regatta every weekend and a healthy average of fifty to one hundred boats, the teams vary from keen enthusiasts through to professionals.

Sailing conditions are ideal as they range from light airs to ten Beauforts. Strong breezes and katabatic blasts come down from the mountains, to take the wind from 15 to 35 knots in a matter of seconds which always keeps the crew busy!

Race format

The race formats vary from five to ten day programmes. Typically, for a five day event, there are two days set aside for training. A race will leave Athens and head to an island such as Poros, followed by another island, Kithnos and conclude on the final day when the fleet races back to Athens - this triangular course distance is approximately 150 miles, whereas the longer regattas are roughly 700 miles plus. Whether it's a five or ten day programme, we provide a complete service for all our events.

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