1 - Start of the Vendée Globe yacht race on 6 November 2016
At 1:02 pm on 6 November 2016, the eighth edition of the non-stop, solo, unassisted round-the-world yacht race sets sail from Les Sables-d'Olonne.
The solo, unassisted, round-the-world yacht race
At 1:02 pm on 6 November 2016, the eight edition of the Vendée Globe yacht race will begin. This solo, unassisted, round-the-world race will set sail from Les Sables-d'Olonne. You can now book your place on board a boat and experience this exceptional event for yourself. Discover the registered list of sailors for the race, the winners of previous editions and, detailed information about the Vendée Globe Village - a free-entry venue open to the public three weeks before the start of the race.
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2 - Book your seat on board a boat and experience the start of the race for yourself
Vendée Tourisme is offering a selection of Vendée Globe packages specially designed with you in mind. Attend the start of the eighth edition of this non-stop, solo, unassisted round-the-world yacht race on 6 November 2016 at 1:02 pm!
3 - Registered sailors for the 2016 Vendée Globe yacht race
Less than a months before the eighth edition of the solo, unassisted round-the-world yacht race, 29 sailors have officially registered.
4 - History of the Vendée Globe yacht race
The Vendée Globe yacht race has established an illustrious history and a glorious list of winners throughout its past.
5 - The Vendée Globe Village in Les Sables d'Olonne
The Vendée Globe Village will be open to the public, free of charge, three weeks before the start of the race, from 15 October to Sunday 6 November 2016.
6 - Book your accomodation
Explore the full range of accommodation options in Les Sables-d'Olonne during the Vendée Globe.
7 - Tourism Pavilion: event and highlights
The Tourism Pavilion will be open between 15 October and 6 November 2016, at the Vendée Globe Village in Les Sables-d'Olonne. During the three-week period, it will host a number of events at the Village, including the "Les Toqués du Vendée Globe", the "One woman, one skipper" event, and various other activities and highlights.