Start

race start on Sunday, 7 June 2026 at 1:02 p.m. (local time) 

Experience the excitement of the start on the big screen in les sables d'olonne!

To follow the start of the Vendée Arctique - Les Sables d'Olonne 2026, we invite you to cheer on the sailors along the channel before heading to the village to watch the live start on the big screen. A bar and restaurant area will be provided.

...OR ANYWHERE ON OUR DIGITAL PLATFORMS!

The live broadcast will be streamed on our website, the Vendée Globe YouTube channel and the Vendée Globe Facebook page. 

Start AT SEA

Experience the start of the race up close with the skippers!

The Vendée-based company takes you out to sea aboard its speedboats to witness a unique moment: the grand departure of the Vendée Arctique – Les Sables d'Olonne. Feel the thrill of the open sea, cheer on the passing IMOCAs and enjoy an exceptional view at the heart of the festivities.

👉 Places are limited, so book your sea experience now!

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