|  |  FærderseilasenThe Færderseilasen is the world's largest overnight regatta, with more than 1100 boats taking part. From Oslo's harbour, south to the Færder lighhouse and back to Horten, this most spectacular of Norwegian yacht races involves the entire boating population of the country.The race ends with a feast in Horten harbour, when the thousands of lystseilere (leisure boatsmen) who participate for the sheer atmosphere of the thing get down and drink into the long Norwegian summer night.
This spectacular race has grown immensely, both in popularity and participation, since its inception in 1947. The first race gathered a grand total of six boats, only three of which managed to finish the race. In 1948 it had three participants less. The first hints of its future popularity came in 1949 when the Crown Prince of Norway, Olav V, participated (and won) with his wife the Crown Princess as his crew. In 1971 the regatta gathered 100 participants, a number which by 1977 had grown to about 600 and more than 1000 by the time of the 50th anniversary in 1997.
Today the race brings together some of the flashiest, most spectacular recreational boats in the North Atlantic area, as well as their skilled crews and affluent owners, for a maritime race that certainly ranks among the most enjoyable in Europe. |
Event Details:
| Date(s):
Various Dates
June 13, 2010
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June 15, 2010 *
June 13, 2011
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June 15, 2011 *
* To Be Confirmed.
Location:
Oslo, Oslo, Norway |
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