• Offshore racing crew member on the Drheam Cup
  • Offshore racing crew member on the Drheam Cup
  • Offshore racing crew member on the Drheam Cup
  • Offshore racing crew member on the Drheam Cup
  • Offshore racing crew member on the Drheam Cup
  • Offshore racing crew member on the Drheam Cup
  • Offshore racing crew member on the Drheam Cup
Normandy

Offshore racing crew member on the Drheam Cup

Réf : NPAOKP

In summary

  • Sports
    Sailing
  • Duration
    12 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Sailing
    Beginner
    For those who have never sailed and wish to discover sailing over a short weekend.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to complete their Level 1 "first tacks" certification and discover the various crew roles and basic maneuvers.
    Confirmed
    For those who have completed an FFV-affiliated sailing course within the past two years, OR for those who have sailed for more than five days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length within the past year, having participated in routine maneuvers and docking operations.
    Advanced
    For those who have already completed a 4- or 5-day advanced training course at an FFV-affiliated center. You have already sailed for more than 10 days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length, having participated in docking maneuvers, sail trimming, chart navigation, and course tracking (including dead reckoning). A coastal boating license and an FRR (radio certificate) are not mandatory but are recommended.
    Expert
    For those who have already completed an intermediate-level course (*stage évolution*) at an FFV-affiliated center. You have sailed for more than 20 days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length, having participated in: docking maneuvers, sail trimming, chart navigation, course tracking and dead reckoning, and watch-keeping. OR For those capable of single-handed maneuvers (reefing, tacking, gybing) or who have sailed as skipper (charter or private). The coastal license, CRR (Short Range Certificate), and offshore license are recommended for this level but are not mandatory.
  • Destination
    France / Normandy
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    1154.19 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French

In a few words

Join the crew of the fifth edition of the renowned Drheam Cup! Departing from Cherbourg-en-Cottentin , you'll participate in a 1,000 nautical mile offshore race , passing the iconic Fastnet Rock . Enjoy an unforgettable experience aboard Libertalia , a 19.50m racing monohull designed for the Volvo Ocean Race. The race begins in the English Channel, passing Shamble West , before rounding the Isles of Scilly via Wolf Rock . From there, you'll head back down towards the Isles of Scilly to round the Drheam Ouessant mark. The final leg of the race will take place offshore or along the Breton coast, rounding the BXA buoy before crossing the finish line in Lorient. This trip offers you the chance to sail aboard Libertalia, accompanied by four professional sailors, including a skipper with a 200-ton sailing captain's license . It's an opportunity to compete in a fleet of offshore boats and share exceptional moments as a crew ! Are you ready to put your competitive spirit to the test?

The highlights

  • An offshore race of 1000 nautical miles
  • Boarding a Volvo 60 with crew
  • Training and familiarization during the delivery trip from Lorient to Cherbourg
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Sport

Level

Sailing

Confirmed

Levels

Sailing
Beginner
For those who have never sailed and wish to discover sailing over a short weekend.
Intermediate
For those wishing to complete their Level 1 "first tacks" certification and discover the various crew roles and basic maneuvers.
Confirmed
For those who have completed an FFV-affiliated sailing course within the past two years, OR for those who have sailed for more than five days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length within the past year, having participated in routine maneuvers and docking operations.
Advanced
For those who have already completed a 4- or 5-day advanced training course at an FFV-affiliated center. You have already sailed for more than 10 days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length, having participated in docking maneuvers, sail trimming, chart navigation, and course tracking (including dead reckoning). A coastal boating license and an FRR (radio certificate) are not mandatory but are recommended.
Expert
For those who have already completed an intermediate-level course (*stage évolution*) at an FFV-affiliated center. You have sailed for more than 20 days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length, having participated in: docking maneuvers, sail trimming, chart navigation, course tracking and dead reckoning, and watch-keeping. OR For those capable of single-handed maneuvers (reefing, tacking, gybing) or who have sailed as skipper (charter or private). The coastal license, CRR (Short Range Certificate), and offshore license are recommended for this level but are not mandatory.
For those who have completed an FFV-affiliated sailing course within the past two years, OR for those who have sailed for more than five days on a sailboat over 8 meters in length within the past year, having participated in routine maneuvers and docking operations.

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Languages ​​spoken:
French
Supervisor

Program

Days 1 to 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Days 7 to 11
Day 12

  • Transport and training Lorient - Cherbourg

    • Transportation Boat - 02h - 550kmper day
    • Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch included
    • Dinner included

    The Libertalia crew will welcome you at 8:30 am at the port of Lorient La Base, the main offshore racing center in Europe. You will then receive Musto BR2 gear, including overalls and a foul-weather jacket, as well as a life jacket, a Spinlock harness, an AIS beacon, and also a mess kit and a thermos for your meals on board. Indeed, on a Volvo 60, meals consist of freeze-dried and canned dishes, not forgetting the little treats!

    The sail loading will be followed by a tour of the boat, where you will discover the deck layout, interior circulation spaces, berths, chart table, and ballast tanks. It's important to familiarize yourself with this racing vessel, which offers a spartan and physically demanding level of comfort. After loading your personal belongings, an initial safety briefing will take place, along with introductions to all crew members.

    A quick lunch will be served before leaving the port to hoist the sails in the Lorient harbor. You will sail towards Cherbourg, located approximately 280 km away. This delivery trip is a perfect opportunity to discover the different navigation stations, allowing everyone to adapt to the size of the boat and to organize the distribution of roles according to the size and experience of the crew for the watch shifts.

    Days 1 to 3

Accommodation

🚢 Sailing cruise ship - Days 1 to 11

You will be staying on board a monohull sailboat with single bunk berths.

Some of the client's crew members sleep ashore in Cherbourg.

Access

Departure
Port de Lorient La Base
Day 1
End of stay
Port de Lorient La Base
Day 12

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toLorient Bretagne Sud
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Join us as crew on a 19.50m racing monohull with 4 professional sailors, all holding a 200-ton Sailing Captain's Certificate and a State Diploma.
  2. Accommodation with single bunk beds
  3. Provision of Musto BR2 overalls and foul-weather jackets
  4. Diesel
  5. Boat insurance and passenger liability

The price does not include

  1. Personal expenses during stopovers in Cherbourg and Lorient
  2. Sleeping bag and towel
  3. French Sailing Federation (FFVoile) competition license (mandatory)
  4. Medical certificate (required)
  5. Onboard expenses (breakfast, lunch, dinner, consumables): €480

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Bedding kit : CHF56.72 / unit
  2. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

Equipment

Equipment provided on site

  1. Quarter jacket and overalls (Musto BR2)
  2. Spinlock PFD (life jacket) with AIS beacon
  3. 3-point harness
  4. Lunchbox, cutlery and water bottle

Equipment to bring

  1. A pair of tennis shoes (rubber sole, not plastic) or a pair of "Dock-side" shoes (boat shoes)
  2. A pair of boots
  3. Sleeping bag
  4. Bath towel
  5. Sunglasses
  6. Lip balm
  7. Protective creams for the face and hands (sunscreen or non-sunscreen)
  8. Wipes
  9. Headlamp
  10. Disposable cameras: you can recharge your devices on board depending on the available power (12V or 220V) and the onboard organization.


Beware of "city" shoes: leather soles and anything resembling high heels are strictly forbidden on the deck of a sailboat, as well as heavy-duty Caterpillar-type shoes with black soles.

Clothing to bring

  1. Warm clothing that is as easy to put on as it is to take off (large temperature variations)
  2. Shorts
  3. T-shirt
  4. Warm socks
  5. Polar bears
  6. Thermal clothing
  7. Waterproof clothing
  8. Winter gloves
  9. Beanies
  10. Fleece scarves
The Valdo team
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The Valdo team

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Based in Lorient, our local partner, École Française de Croisière, offers the opportunity to embark on exceptional 21m sailboats with crew for coastal, semi-offshore and offshore courses, as well as offshore races (Rolex Fastnet Race, Caribbean 600, Atlantic Rally for Cruisers…).

His professional team accompanies crew members to Brittany, the Isles of Scilly, Ireland, the Caribbean, or New York. He offers a variety of experiences, from training for novices to transatlantic crossings, as well as tailor-made corporate events (team building, seminars) on legendary monohulls.


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