The 13th edition of the solo transatlantic Route du Rhum starts off Saint-Malo, France, on November 1, 2026, at 1:02 p.m. local time. Competitors race across the Atlantic to Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, in six boat classes. The free public village in Saint-Malo runs from October 20 through November 1.
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Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe 2026
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The public race village is open free of charge in central Saint-Malo from October 20 to November 1, 2026; no ticket or booking is required. The solo transatlantic race starts offshore on November 1 at 1:02 p.m. local time. For the village, organisers and the city recommend checking current traffic and parking information and prioritising public transport; event access arrangements may change.
Visitors can see the boats and meet the skippers during the Saint-Malo village programme before the start. The race runs from Saint-Malo to Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, but arrival dates depend on sailing conditions and each boat’s progress. Check the official event and city pages for the latest programme, access, and travel updates.
October 5–11, 2026
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