Three Ports of The Tall Ships Races 2027 Announced
Sail Training International is excited to announce the confirmed host ports for The Tall Ships Races 2027, taking place from July 8th to August 1st, 2027.
The world-famous event will see the magnificent tall ships fleet return to the Iberian Peninsula and France, visiting Bordeaux (8-11 July), A Coruña (16-19 July), and Sines (29 July-1 August).
The Tall Ships Races 2027 is set to be another thrilling chapter in the legacy of the iconic event, which has been bringing together young people of different nationalities, religions and cultures for nearly 70 years as a beacon of international friendship and understanding.
“We’re delighted to confirm the first three Host Ports of The Tall Ships Races 2027, which will see the world-famous event celebrate 71 years since the first Tall Ships Race in 1956.
“The race series will once again offer a unique opportunity for young people to enjoy the adventure of a lifetime and develop key skills in this unique environment, as well as offering visitors the chance to witness these majestic vessels in port.
“We are confident that The Tall Ships Races 2027 will be an attractive route for vessel operators and will offer exciting and adventurous opportunities for the thousands of young trainees that we look forward to welcoming across the event.”
Chief Executive Officer, Alan James
ABOUT THE HOST PORTS
Bordeaux, France
Thursday 8th – Sunday 11th July 2027
The first stop in the series will be the picturesque city of Bordeaux, where visitors will have the opportunity to marvel at the fleet of tall ships and enjoy a programme packed with vibrant cultural events.
Having last hosted the Tall Ships fleet during the Three Festivals Tall Ships Regatta 2018, 2027 will mark the first time since 1990 that the French city has hosted Sail Training International’s main race series.
A Coruña, Spain
Friday 16th – Monday 19th July 2027
The second stop of the series will see the fleet sail across the Bay of Biscay to A Coruña, one of Spain’s most exciting maritime cities. With its long history of seafaring tradition, A Coruña promises to be an unforgettable stop for both participants and visitors alike.
As a long-time friend of The Tall Ships Races, 2027 will mark the 11th time that A Coruña has welcomed the fleet.
Sines, Portugal
Thursday 29th July – Sunday 1st August 2027
The final leg of The Tall Ships Races 2027 will bring the fleet back to the beautiful port of Sines, located along the stunning Portuguese coastline. Having previously welcomed over 100,000 visitors during the Tall Ships during the Rendez-Vous 2017 Tall Ships Regatta, 2027 will see their debut as a Host Port of The Tall Ships Races.
Known for its rich history and maritime heritage, Sines will provide the perfect backdrop for the majestic Tall Ships fleet once again.
More details on the routes and race-specific information will be announced in due course, including the overall race format and Cruise-in-Company leg.
Sail Training International is currently seeking to contract a fourth Host Port to complete The Tall Ships Races 2027 series and would like to invite any interested ports or cities to contact our Commercial Director, Vanessa Mori (vanessa.Mori@sailtraininginternational.org), to discuss their interest further.
