Vogalonga (Vogalonga Regatta) is a spectacular non-competitive rowing event held each May or June in Venice, Italy, celebrating the city’s maritime heritage and opposing the damage caused by motorized boats. Thousands of participants from around the world take to the lagoon in traditional Venetian boats, kayaks, canoes, and dragon boats, rowing a 30-kilometer route from St. Mark’s Basin through the city’s canals and around the islands. The event is marked by silence, solidarity, and the rhythmic sound of oars gliding through water, offering a peaceful yet powerful tribute to Venice’s rowing traditions. Blending sport, culture, and environmental respect, the Vogalonga Regatta is one of the city’s most iconic and inspiring modern festivals.
Start with a quick trip form. Weekend in Venice or an Italy route—we’ll plan the rowing flotilla, smart vantage points & timing along the Grand Canal/Bacino San Marco, vaporetto detours, and a walkable stay near the lagoon.
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DATES & TIMES
• Exact 2026 details not yet published—check official site nearer the date: Official site / FAQ.
• Pattern: annual non-competitive rowing day over a single Sunday in late spring; the route and start time are confirmed each year in the official Regulation and FAQ.
• The exact timetable publishes annually — follow the official Program for the start, cannon time, and route map when released.
LOCATION
• Venice, Italy — traditional start in St Mark’s Basin with a 30 km course through the lagoon and Grand Canal (as outlined in the official Regulation). Central reference point: Piazza San Marco — Open in Google Maps.
• Course landmarks typically include Murano and the Rio di Cannaregio before returning to the Grand Canal; exact checkpoints publish on the official pages above.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Participants: registration is online only via the official site when it opens — see Registration info.
• Spectators: no tickets required; viewing is from along the banks and bridges. Check the official channels for any access advisories on the day.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Non‑competitive event celebrating rowing and a motor‑wake‑free Venice, with hundreds of boats — overview on the Official site.
• Public transport: waterbuses are run by ACTV — see ACTV and the city’s official ticketing portal Venezia Unica for passes and maps.
• Expect crowding around the main basins and bridges; allow extra time and follow any municipal advisories on the day.
Tell us your dates, who’s coming, and what else you’d like to see. We’ll suggest an Italy route that includes the Vogalonga Regatta at the right moment, with realistic travel days and comfortable home bases.
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