On land, experience the emotion of the Lorient la Base village
For a lively and friendly atmosphere, the Lorient la Base village will plunge you into the electric atmosphere of a race start. The village gates will open at 8 a.m., and the sailors will be presented on stage from 8:30. From 9:30 am to 11:30 am, watch the boats set sail, an emotionally-charged moment when the sailors finalize their preparations before the big start.
From 12.55pm, the start will be broadcast live on a giant screen from the Sant-Erwann stage. Catering will be available throughout the day, until the village closes at 5pm.
From the coast with spectacular views
If you prefer to admire the departure from the coast, here are a few privileged spots for a breathtaking view:
- Pointe du Talud
- Kerroc'h lighthouse
- Beg Melen semaphore (Groix island)
- Pointe de Pen-Men (Groix island)
When at sea, respect the restricted zone
For those planning to follow the start from the sea, it is essential to respect the restricted zone defined by the Préfecture Maritime. This zone will be activated from 10 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. to ensure the safety of competitors and spectators. Please note that the activation end time may be adjusted according to race conditions and requirements.
Behind your screen, follow the event live
If you can't attend the start of The Transat CIC in person, don't worry! You can follow the event live on television on France 3 Bretagne & Nouvelle Aquitaine, La Chaine L'Équipe, 8 Mont Blanc, and TVMonaco from 12:55 onwards.
You can also log on to Francetvinfo.fr, Letelegramme.fr, TheTransat.com, YouTube (France 3 Bretagne & The Transat CIC in English), and Facebook The Transat CIC to make sure you don't miss any of the action at the start.
