The city of Klaipeda was treated to a fantastic Crew Parade from the Tall Ships fleet today, Sunday 30 July, as the theme of international understanding and friendship took centre stage ahead of the fourth Prize Giving ceremony…
Starting in the centre of Klaipeda, on J. Janonio Str, the parade took a route through the heart of the city and thousands of spectators were treated to a kaleidoscope of colour from all the crews. The international fleet, representing nearly 20 countries, showed Klaipeda just how great it was for the Tall Ships to be back.
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- The Tall Ships Crew Parade in Klaipeda was a kaleidoscope of colour.
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- The Crew Parade in Klaipeda.
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- The Crew Parade in Klaipeda.
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- The Crew Parade in Klaipeda.
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- The Crew Parade in Klaipeda.
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- The Crew Parade in Klaipeda.
Following the parade, which finished at the main stage area of the Host Port, the Tall Ship’s crews gathered for the eagerly anticipated Prize Giving Ceremony.
The tall ships races 2017: race 2 Prize winners
3RD IN CLASS D
2ND IN CLASS D
1ST IN CLASS D
3RD IN CLASS C
2ND IN CLASS C
Emely
1ST IN CLASS C
3RD IN CLASS B
2ND IN CLASS B
1ST IN CLASS B
3RD IN CLASS A
2ND IN CLASS A
1ST IN CLASS A
1ST OVERALL ON CORRECTED TIME
LINE HONOURS – SHIP FIRST TO CROSS THE FINISH LINE
COMMUNICATIONS PRIZE
MOST INTERNATIONAL CREW
YOUNGEST CREW
YOUNGEST CAPTAIN
Mikael de Muelder , 21 yrs – Meripurakk
BEST CREW IN THE CREW PARADE (class a&b)
BEST CREW IN CREW PARADE (Class C&D)
Transatlantic prize
Oldest Ship
Best Fancy Dress in Crew Parade (Female)
Debbie Ericsson – Tre Kronor of Stockholm
Best Fancy Dress in Crew Parade (male)
Rex Binning – Prolific
About Klaipeda
Klaipėda first hosted the Tall Ships Races in 2009, and it’s quickly becoming a regular fixture in the sail training calendar. Klaipėda is the third-largest and oldest city in Lithuania, and it’s celebrating its 765th anniversary. This vibrant city has its own university, which acts as a scientific and cultural centre.
Over the course of the next four days in port, the Tall Ships fleet will be treated to a wide range of activities, including; crew volley ball, tug of war and arm wrestling, parties, exhibitions, theatre performances and live music.
You can find the full listing of events in Klaipeda, here.
ABOUT THE TALL SHIPS RACES 2017
Taking part in The Tall Ships Races 2017 is fun – lots of fun. You can take part too – zero experience necessary. Places are available on ships across the fleet on the final race leg, from Klaipeda, Lithuania, to Szczecin, Poland. Just do it ?
Halmstad, Sweden 30 June – 3 July
RACE 1
Kotka, Finland 13 July – 16 July
CRUISE-IN-COMPANY
Turku, Finland 20 July – 1 August
RACE 2
Klaipeda, Lithuania 29 July – 1 August
RACE 3
Szczecin, Poland 5 August – 8 August
All five host ports are experienced and boast a total of 11 Tall Ships Races and Regattas between them. Take a look at each of the race pages to see which vessels are taking part. Many are still looking for trainee crew to join them; simply pick a vessel and go their website to book your place. Or email enquiries@sailonboard.com and our helpful team will do all the hard work and help you find the perfect ship for you!
Follow the event on the Sail Training International Facebook page where we will be posting photos and videos throughout the event.
Photos: The Tall Ships fleet parade through the City of Klaipeda during the Tall Ships Races 2017.