Having run between May 29 and June 2, this year’s 18th edition of Les Voiles d’Antibes – Trophée Panerai was once again hosted by the French town of Antibes as the first round of the Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge 2013 Mediterranean Circuit. The event was marked by four days of exciting racing between 65 classic sailing yachts, divided into 8 categories this year, with the spectacular 49,5-metre superyacht Eleonora as the fleet flagship.
Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge 2013 in the popular summer yacht charter destination - Antibes in France
Luxury yacht Mariska won the ‘Big Boats’ category, Savannah yacht the ‘Spirit of Tradition’ category, sailing yacht Leonore the ‘Epoque Marconi’ category (above 15m), Duet the ‘Epoque Aurique’ category (below 23m), Helen K33 the ‘Epoque Marconi’ category (below 15m), Sagittarius the ‘Classique Marconi Racer’ category, Ea the ‘Classique Marconi’ category and Speedbird won the ‘Super Tofinou’ category.
Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge 2013 in Antibes attended by 65 classic sailing yachts
Entertainment and conviviality were guaranteed for the duration of Les Voiles d’Antibes, by the presence of the Panerai Lounge and Le Villages des Voiles, the latter featuring yacht club, painting and photography stands and providing an excellent gathering place for skippers and crews alike. There was also live music in the square at Port Vauban each evening.
