Trieste Barcolana

Where: Trieste, on the northeast angle of the Adriatic sea located, North of Venice Some say it is more of a German town, than an Italian town.

What: Coppa d'Autunno, or the Autumn Cup

Trieste’s Barcolana is all about sailing- Largest sailing race in Europe, with over 2000 boats.

Since 1969 the Barcolana has been the regatta for everyone. From huge sailing yachts to small boats, from professional yachtsmen and women to the passionate amateur, the regatta is a celebration of the sea and full of competitive spirit. Some of those taking part in the race sailboats which boast the latest marine technology, with ever-larger sails to overcome Trieste's dead calm and canting keels to fight against the Bora, Trieste's famous wind. Whatever the weather, the event is always eagerly awaited on the annual date of the second Sunday of October.

For 2011 The race will take place for the 43rd time this year on October 9th with many events on land and at sea aiming to involve the entire city, guests, competitors and many tourists during a week totally dedicated to sailing, both for young and professional sailors, great champions and beginners.

The Main Event Sunday, Oct 9, 2011 The 43rd Regatta

Prior to the race, there will be a 10-day celebration of nautical events, parties, exhibitions, entertainment, etc.

• 1-2 october BARCOLINA Optimist regatta under 18, Gulf of Trieste
• 3-8 october SAIL TRIESTE Head-to-head challenge
• 5-9 october Paper Barcolana Seafaring books festival
• 5-9 october Barcolana Village Waterfront of Trieste
• 6-8 october Barcolana by night Jotun Gulf of Trieste
• 7-8 october BARCOLANA MUSIC FESTIVAL Piazza Unità d'Italia
• 8 october BARCOLANA CLASSIC PORTOPICCOLO Classic yacht regatta, Gulf of Trieste

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