Palma Vela

Sandberg Palma Vela - 22nd Edition
Offshore Race - 23rd to 27th April 2026
Inshore Series - 29th April to 3rd May 2026

Palma Vela is a key sailing event, not only in Spain, but also throughout the Mediterranean. It positions Palma Bay and the Balearic archipelago as a key international hub for competitive sailing at the start of the European season. The 2026 edition will feature two distinct racing formats, combining offshore challenge and high-intensity inshore competition, attracting top international fleets across multiple classes.

The first event will be La Larga – The Offshore Race of Sandberg PalmaVela, which celebrates its sixth edition from 23 to 27 April 2026. Sailed across the waters of the Balearic archipelago, this offshore race is open to IRC, ORC and ORC A2 (double-handed) classes, with bespoke courses tailored to each fleet. For the fastest boats, race duration is expected to reach up to 36 hours. 

From 29 April to 3 May 2026, attention shifts to the second event: the multiclass racing of the 22nd Sandberg PalmaVela Regatta, featuring a demanding programme in Palma Bay with windward-leeward and coastal courses.

The Palma Vela is a great opportunity to enjoy sailing in the idyllic Balearic Islands and we have a number of racing charter options available!