Sporting events in the Bay of Quiberon: experience an action-packed spring

During the Easter weekend, over 3,000 sailors and sailing enthusiasts gather in La Trinité-sur-Mer for the Spi Ouest France. This major regatta brings together professional and amateur skippers competing in the Bay of Quiberon for 4 days. Nearly 500 monohulls and multihulls take part, and the spectacle is magnificent both on the water and ashore when the crews return to the pontoons at the end of the day. The Spi Ouest France village, set up on the quays, allows you to follow the race and offers numerous activities.
APRIL 3 TO 6, 2026

The Bay of Quiberon will be the stage for a spectacular departure: the 3rd edition of the Cap Martinique. Nearly 50 crews, single-handed or double-handed, will set sail from La Trinité-sur-Mer for a 3,800-nautical-mile non-stop transatlantic crossing. This demanding race, reserved for amateur sailors, links Brittany to Fort-de-France. A festive, sporting, and solidarity-driven event not to be missed on the docks before the big jump to the Caribbean!
APRIL 19, 2026

The largest French sailing race in terms of participating boats, featuring a single starting line and two courses in the Bay of Quiberon! Open to all monohulls and multihulls over 6 meters, the Tour de Belle-Ile brings together amateur racers and big names in offshore sailing. The route circles Belle-Ile en Mer and runs along its spectacular natural sites. Participants meet up in the evening on the quays of La Trinité-sur-Mer for the traditional, festive Tour de Belle-Île party.
MAY 8 TO 10, 2026

The Bay of Quiberon becomes the center of the nautical world by hosting the World Championships for the Olympic Nacra 17, 49er, and 49er FX classes. Over 400 sailors from 40 different nations will compete, starting from the National Sailing School (ENVSN) in Saint-Pierre-Quiberon. With spectacular courses set close to the shore, it’s a unique opportunity to admire top international athletes preparing for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
MAY 9 TO 17, 2026

Held during Ascension weekend, the Ar Men Race is a non-stop offshore race featuring both amateur and professional sailors. Crews head towards the Ar Men lighthouse at the tip of Finistère, then set course for Île d'Yeu before returning to the port of La Trinité-sur-Mer. Numerous activities are organized at the race village on the quays: giant screens to follow the race live, interviews, and meetings with skippers and nautical professionals.
MAY 14 TO 17, 2026

An XXL solo challenge: the Mini en Mai is a demanding offshore race reserved for Mini 6.50 class yachts. Over several days, nearly a hundred skippers compete solo on a technical 500-nautical-mile course, from the tip of Finistère to the Île de Ré bridge, before crossing the finish line in the Bay of Quiberon. A true stepping stone to the famous Mini Transat!
MAY 20 TO 31, 2026