57th Andros International Yacht Race
NAUTICAL CLUB OF GREECE – NAUTICAL CLUB OF ANDROS
57th ANDROS INTERNATIONAL YACHT RACE
IOANNIS V. GOULANDRIS 2024
ORCi, ORC CLUB, OR DH Measured boats and Sailing Superyachts
29 August - 1 September 2024
57th International Yacht Race of Andros: A Feast of the Sea
The Yacht Club of Greece and the Nautical Club of Andros organize the 57th ANDROS INTERNATIONAL YACHT RACE - JOHN B. GOULANDRIS 2024 for ORCi, ORC CLUB, OR DH measured boats, and Sailing superyachts. The event runs from Thursday, August 29 to Sunday, September 1, 2024..
This historic race, which counts more than 50 years of tradition, attracts the most impressive and fast sailing boats from all over Greece and the world, offering a unique opportunity for sea lovers to enjoy the adrenaline and the spectacle of sailing competitions.
Boat Categories and Routes
The race includes boats valid by ORCi, ORC CLUB, ORC Double Handed and impressive Superyachts, while the event includes four independent scoring sections:
- Classic route: Starting from Vouliagmeni, finishing in Chora of Andros, covering 72 nautical miles.
- Oinops route: starting from Chios, with the same finish in Chora of Andros.
- Local race EUROBANK PRIVATE BANK CUP: A spectacular coastal race in Andros.
- Spiros M. Polemis Coastal Sailing: Route from Chora Andros to Dysvato.
This race offers an exciting variety of courses and conditions, from the classic sea battle to coastal sailing.
Preparations and Participations
Boats wishing to participate must submit the required documents and certificates by 26 August 2024, confirming their registration and preparation for this special race. Skippers and crews should be ready for all challenges, from sailing strategies to the unpredictable weather conditions they will face.
Sponsorships and Awards
The race is supported by Eurobank Private Bank, with the awards ceremony taking place on 31 August in Andros, and the grand finale with the awards evening and cocktail party on 2 September at the Hellenic Yacht Club, closing the race with a celebration full of glamour and joy.
This race promises to remain unforgettable for all participants, continuing the tradition of high competitiveness and dynamism that characterize the races in beautiful Andros.
Schedule:
- Thursday, August 29, 2024 - Offshore Races (Vouliagmeni to Andros, Chios to Andros)
- Saturday, August 31, 2024 - Andros Local Race and Prize Giving Ceremony
- Sunday, September 1, 2024 - Coastal Race Chora Androu – Dysvato or Chora Androu – Sounio
