Giraglia Rolex Cup
Nautical sport, sailing in Saint-Florent, Haute-Corse
About Giraglia Rolex Cup
The Giraglia Rolex Cup — today the Loro Piana Giraglia — is one of the great classics of Mediterranean sailing. Created in 1953, this regatta owes its name to the rocky islet of Giraglia, located off Cap Corse in northern Corsica, which the fleet rounds during the offshore race. The event combines coastal regattas in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez with an offshore race connecting Saint-Tropez to Genoa.
The Giraglia, a Mediterranean Sailing Classic
Born in 1953, the Giraglia (which became Rolex Giraglia, then Loro Piana Giraglia since 2024) is one of the most prestigious regattas in the Mediterranean. Conceived to renew ties between France and Italy after World War II, its first edition connected Cannes to Sanremo, rounding the islet of Giraglia, off Cap Corse — it is this emblematic rock that gave its name to the race.
A Mythical Route Saint-Tropez — Giraglia — Genoa
Today, the event takes place over a week and combines two highlights: a series of coastal regattas in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, followed by an offshore race of 241 nautical miles between Saint-Tropez and Genoa, which passes off Cap Corse, rounding the islet of Giraglia. The awards ceremony is held in Genoa, at the headquarters of the Yacht Club Italiano.
Organization
The regatta is jointly organized by the Yacht Club Italiano (Genoa), the Société Nautique de Saint-Tropez, and the Yacht Club de France. Each year, it brings together an international fleet of modern monohulls, including IMOCAs and Maxis.
Giraglia Rolex Cup — edition 2026
The 73rd edition of the Giraglia Rolex Cup (now named Loro Piana Giraglia) takes place from June 12 to 20, 2026. This great classic of Mediterranean sailing brings together coastal regattas in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, followed by the mythical offshore race Saint-Tropez — Giraglia islet (off Cap Corse) — Genoa.
Loro Piana Giraglia 2026 — 73rd edition
From June 12 to 20, 2026, the 73rd edition of the Giraglia (Loro Piana Giraglia) gathers the international fleet for one of the most prestigious regattas in the Mediterranean. The event combines a series of coastal regattas in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez with an offshore race of 241 nautical miles between Saint-Tropez and Genoa, rounding the famous rocky islet of Giraglia located north of Corsica, off Cap Corse — it is this rock that gives its name to the race.
Week's Schedule
- Friday, June 12 — Opening of the village and arrival of boats in Saint-Tropez.
- Saturday, June 13 to Tuesday, June 16 — Four days of coastal regattas in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez.
- Wednesday, June 17 — Start of the offshore race from Saint-Tropez: a 241-mile course to Genoa, rounding the Giraglia islet.
- Saturday, June 20 — Prize-giving ceremony in Genoa.
The event is jointly organized by the Yacht Club Italiano (Genoa), the Société Nautique de Saint-Tropez, and the Yacht Club de France. The fleet brings together modern monohulls, including 50 and 60-foot IMOCAs and 30-meter Maxis.
Programme Giraglia Rolex Cup 2026
Friday, June 12, 2026 — Saint-Tropez
- Opening of the race village and arrival of boats in the port of Saint-Tropez.
Saturday, June 13 to Tuesday, June 16, 2026 — Gulf of Saint-Tropez
- Four days of coastal regattas (coastal courses up to 35 miles) in the bay of Saint-Tropez.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 — Start of the offshore race
- Departure from Saint-Tropez for the 241-nautical mile offshore race: Saint-Tropez — Giraglia islet (off Cap Corse) — Genoa.
Saturday, June 20, 2026 — Genoa
- Prize-giving ceremony at the Yacht Club Italiano, in Genoa.
Highlights Giraglia Rolex Cup 2026
- 73rd edition of the Giraglia (Loro Piana Giraglia)
- Coastal regattas in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez followed by a 241-mile offshore race
- Mythical course Saint-Tropez — Giraglia islet (Cap Corse) — Genoa
- From June 12 to 20, 2026
Prices Giraglia Rolex Cup 2026
Practical information — Giraglia Rolex Cup
Practical Information
Host ports: start and coastal regattas in Saint-Tropez (Var), arrival and awards ceremony in Genoa (Italy). The offshore race rounds the islet of Giraglia, off Cap Corse.
Participation: regatta by registration, open to crews entered with the organizing clubs. Access to the race village and quays during starts is free for the public.
Information: official website of the Loro Piana Giraglia and organizing clubs (Yacht Club Italiano, Société Nautique de Saint-Tropez, Yacht Club de France).
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