The Vendée Globe is one of the most prestigious and toughest sailing races in the world. It is a non-stop round-the-world regatta in which participants sail alone on the open sea, without outside assistance and without any stopovers. The challenge and appeal of this race attract sailing enthusiasts from all over the world. The most important thing about…
Boris Herrmann, an outstanding sailor, is competing in the 2024 Vendée Globe, which starts in Les Sables d’Olonne. His achievements to date, intensive training and technical improvements make him a favourite. Find out how he is preparing for the toughest race in the world. The key facts at a glance Boris Herrmann is a favourite for the…
We sailed along at Germany's largest offshore regatta event, and on its 100th anniversary too! We sailed aboard SY Dantés, a Swan 48 from 1976. One of the few yachts at the Nordseewoche that also allowed cabin charter guests to take part in the regatta event. The following post offers some impressions from the preparation, the regattas and…