2024 - Competitions & french riviera
The region is known for its warm, sunny climate, natural beauty, sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, hilltop villages, lively towns and glamour.
To go to the French Riviera,
Attend exceptional regattas.

The cities of the Côte d’Azur offer numerous attractions, world-renowned
festivals, art exhibitions, luxury shops, gourmet restaurants, and vibrant
nightlife.

It is an ideal destination for those seeking a blend of relaxation, culture, glamour, and natural beauty. 2024 will be an exceptional year in the world of yachting with the Olympic Games in Marseille, followed by the Voiles de Saint-Tropez, and finally the America’s Cup.

Get on board Albatros to see the world’s top athletes compete in thrilling sailing competitions.

When to go ?

The French Riviera in spring and summer is an ideal time. The temperatures are pleasant and allow you to explore the various coves of the region.

Marseille in August for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games will be a must-visit and will provide an opportunity to enjoy the nearby Varoises Islands.

What could be more beautiful than sailing in the gentle September breeze with the most beautiful sailboats in the world in the mythical bay of St-Tropez ?

The America’s Cup in October will mark the end of the season in a generally pleasant climate with mild temperatures and sunny days.

The advantages of the French Riviera

To make things easier for you, we’ve selected a few of this destination’s highlights.

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Pleasant climate

The Mediterranean climate is warm and sunny for most of the year, making it an ideal destination for those seeking some warmth and sunshine.

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Magnificent landscapes

The French Riviera offers breathtaking landscapes, with green hills, rugged mountains, sandy beaches, and turquoise sea.

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Exceptional regattas

Come and discover the most beautiful yachts and fastest sailboats in the world during the most prestigious regattas of the French Riviera. You will be up close to the fleet.

Possible event ideas

For each stay, we offer you circuit ideas or events to discover as much as possible. Of course, you are not obligated to follow them; the choice isentirely yours, and our skipper will be happy to advise you according to your preferences and of course the weather forecast.

May - Cannes Film Festival
This Côte d'Azur city is famous for its film festival, sandy beaches, gourmet restaurants and luxury boutiques.
June - Formule 1 - GP Monaco
The Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix is a legendary and most popular event in the world of motorsport. Formula 1 fans from all over the world come every year to experience the excitement of this prestigious race and to attend the most spectacular event on the Formula 1 calendar.
July - Olympic Games 2024 - Marseille
The 2024 Olympic Games will be held in Paris, but Marseille has been chosen to host the sailing events of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The sailing competitions will take place off the coast of Marseille, in the Mediterranean Sea. Athletes will compete in a variety of events, including dinghy, catamaran, kiteboard and windsurf. The regattas will take place in a competition zone set up for the purpose in front of Marseille.
The 2024 Olympic Games in Marseille will be a unique opportunity to discover this beautiful city and see the world's best athletes compete in exciting sailing competitions.
September - Voiles de Saint-Tropez
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez is an annual sailing event which takes place in the coastal city of Saint-Tropez, in the French riviera. It welcomes classic and modern yachts of all sizes, as well as crews from all over the world. During the event, sailboats sail the waters of the Bay of Saint Tropez, taking part in races and regattas. Classic yachts, in particular, are often particularly admired for their beauty and their elegance.
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez is an amazing spectacle of magnificent yachts and passionate crews sailing on the crystal-clear waters of the Bay of Saint-Tropez.
October - America's Cup - Barcelona
The America's Cup is one of the oldest and most prestigious sailing competitions in the world. It challenges the world's best sailing crews to exciting regattas aboard top-racing boats specially designed for the event.
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