Vendée Arctique
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| First held | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Classes | IMOCA 60 |
| Start | Les Sables-d'Olonne |
| Finish | Les Sables-d'Olonne |
| Length | 3000 Nm |
| Website | www |
The Vendée Arctique is a single-handed (solo) yacht race, from France to the Arctic Circle and back.[1]
History
The race was founded by in 2020, as a qualifier for the Vendée Globe following the cancellation of a number of the qualifying races due to COVID-19. It is named after the Département of Vendée, in France, where the race starts and ends. The race starts and finishes in Les Sables-d'Olonne, in the Département of Vendée, in France.[1]
The concept of a series of events heading up to the northern high latitudes with the intention of this race become a permanent fixture.[1]
The race is open to monohull yachts conforming to the Open 60 class criteria.[1]
Race Editions
1st Edition: 2020
2nd Edition: 2022
The course was significantly shortened due to heavy weather.[3]
