Monaco Classic Week

EMBLEMATIC PARTICIPATIONS

Tall Ships and Training Vessels

Les participations emblématiques de la Monaco Classic Week illustrent l’engagement du Yacht Club de Monaco envers la préservation et la célébration du patrimoine maritime naviguant dans toute sa diversité. Au-delà des bateaux classiques traditionnels, l’événement accueille des grands voiliers et des navires écoles internationaux, véritables ambassadeurs du savoir-faire nautique et de l’excellence maritime au niveau mondial.

A Maritime Tradition as Heritage

Living Heritage and Enduring Fascination

Sailing maritime heritage remains a testament to exceptional cultural and historical richness, continuing to fascinate generations. These historic vessels embody far more than collectible objects they are living vessels of craftsmanship, tradition, and timeless maritime values.

Reconnaissance Biennale des Unités d'Exception

Every two years, the Yacht Club de Monaco shines a special spotlight on vessels that are a source of pride for their owners. This regular recognition serves as a reminder of the long-standing tradition linking the Principality of Monaco to the sea and to humanity’s maritime heritage.

Monaco Classic Week

History

Tall Ships International Training Vessels

A Prestigious Educational Initiative

Tall ships and training vessels form a special and prestigious category among Monaco Classic Week’s iconic participants. These vessels were invited for the first time on the occasion of the Principality’s 700th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in the event’s history.

Since their first participation during the celebration of Monaco’s seventh centenary, training vessels have continued to call at Monaco Classic Week during various subsequent editions, enriching each event with their majestic presence.

Educational Platforms and Living Heritage

These tall ships are not merely historic vessels they are true educational platforms for sailors in training. Each training vessel welcomes apprentice sailors, maritime students, and sailing enthusiasts on board, thereby perpetuating the traditions of nautical learning through direct experience.

Public Visits and Community Engagement

A distinctive feature of the tall ships participating in Monaco Classic Week is that they regularly offer visits open to the public. These opportunities allow visitors to board the vessels, discover their exceptional naval architecture, and understand how modern training ships operate.

These visits reflect the Yacht Club de Monaco’s commitment to making maritime heritage accessible to all, educating the public about the importance of naval preservation, and passing on a passion for the sea to future generations.

Training Vessels That Have Called at Monaco

Sedov - Géante Russe (117,5 m)

Sedov, the largest traditional sailing vessel still in active service, comes from Russia and measures an impressive 117.5 meters in length. This giant of the seas embodies the excellence of naval engineering and remains a living symbol of Slavic maritime heritage.

Each visit by Sedov to Monaco attracts thousands of visitors, captivated by this remarkable floating masterpiece of maritime architecture.

Libertad - Fierté Argentine (104 m)

Libertad, from Argentina, measures 104 meters in length. This Argentine training vessel proudly upholds South American maritime traditions and symbolizes Argentina’s connection to the sea. Libertad also represents the values of freedom that inspired its name, teaching young sailors the importance of respecting nautical traditions.

Amerigo Vespucci - Masterpiece Italienne (101 m)

Amerigo Vespucci, the Italian Navy’s training ship, measures 101 meters in length. Named after the explorer Amerigo Vespucci, this three-masted barque embodies Italian maritime excellence and Italy’s nautical heritage.

Amerigo Vespucci is often considered one of the most beautiful sailing ships in the world, captivating all who encounter her.

Gloria - Ambassadrice Colombienne (76 m)

Gloria, from Colombia, measures 76 meters in length. This Colombian training vessel plays a crucial role in the maritime education of young South American sailors and represents a bridge between Colombia and the global maritime community. Each participation by Gloria in Monaco Classic Week strengthens the ties between Monaco and Latin America.

Signora del Vento - Élégance Italienne (85 m)

Signora del Vento (“Lady of the Wind”), an 85-meter Italian training vessel, bears a poetic name evoking grace and harmony with the natural elements. This sailing ship embodies the Italian approach to maritime elegance, combining technical performance and aesthetic beauty in every line of her hull and rigging.

Palinuro - Tradition Italienne (69 m)

Palinuro, another Italian training vessel measuring 69 meters, completes Italy’s representation among international training ships. Palinuro is named after Palinurus, the mythical helmsman of Roman antiquity, symbolizing navigational heritage and the transmission of maritime knowledge across generations.

Capitán Miranda - Petit Mais Prestigieux (30,3 m)

Capitán Miranda, Uruguay’s training vessel, is the smallest of the tall ships to have called at Monaco, measuring 30.3 meters. Although more modest in size, this Uruguayan sailing ship plays an important role in South American maritime education and shows that excellence is not a matter of size, but of tradition, respect, and craftsmanship.

The Yacht Club de Monaco’s Commitment to Maritime Heritage

Beyond Traditional Classic Boats

The regular inclusion of tall ships and international training vessels in Monaco Classic Week demonstrates that the Yacht Club de Monaco understands maritime heritage in its broadest sense. It is not only about historic boats from the 19th and 20th centuries — it is also a celebration of the living transmission of nautical expertise and a commitment to maritime education.

Ongoing Preservation and Promotion

By welcoming these prestigious vessels, the Y.C.M. affirms its commitment to preserving and promoting sailing maritime heritage in all its forms. Public visits, encounters between crews and visitors, and demonstrations of traditional navigation techniques all contribute to this educational mission.

Connecter Générations et Continents

Tall ships also serve as bridges between generations and continents. They welcome young sailors in training from around the world, creating an international maritime community united by the values of excellence, respect, and a passion for sailing.