Barcolana is an annual sailing regatta held in Trieste, Italy. It is one of the largest and most prestigious sailing events in the world, attracting thousands of boats and sailors from around the globe. The race takes place in the Gulf of Trieste, with participants ranging from professional sailors to amateurs. The event also includes various cultural and social activities, making it a celebration of both sailing and the local community. Barcolana has grown over the years into a major international event, combining sport, tradition, and tourism in a vibrant atmosphere.

DATES & TIMES
• Event week: 1–12 October 2025 with on‑shore and on‑water events. Official site.
• Main regatta (Barcolana 57): Sunday, 12 October 2025, 10:30 start — between Barcola and Miramare; 13‑nm quadrilateral course in the Gulf of Trieste. Course & start time · Notice of Race (PDF).

LOCATION
• Gulf of Trieste. Spectator hubs include the Barcola seafront (start line), Molo Audace & Piazza Unità d’Italia (finale & village), and viewpoints along the Napoleonic Road/Carso. Barcolana Village · Viewpoints guide.

TICKETS & ENTRY
• Watch free from the shore and public areas. Event overview.
• Sail in it: Register your boat or join via Ticket to Race (individual sailors placed on crews). Register / Ticket to Race · Notice of Race.

GOOD TO KNOW
• Crowds: Arrive early at Barcola for the start line spectacle and at Molo Audace/Piazza Unità for the finale and village—these fill first. Village info · Best viewpoints.
• Program: The ten‑day calendar includes Barcolana Young, Maxi, SUP, sea‑summit talks and more—check updates as schedules publish. News & press.

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