Les Voiles Latines

Les Voiles Latines is fully in line with Saint-Tropez’s desire to preserve and promote its Mediterranean maritime heritage. This gathering celebrates traditional boats. Pointus and lateen sail boats bear witness to a sailing tradition passed down through generations. Their colorful hulls and triangular sails offer a unique spectacle on the quays and in the bay, reminding us of the close link between the village and the sea.

Beyond sailing, Voiles Latines is above all a time for meeting people and passing on knowledge. Indeed, ancestral skills play a central role. Shipwrights, specialist craftsmen, and passionate associations share their knowledge. They take this opportunity to demonstrate the techniques used to build, restore, and sail these traditional boats. In the past, these boats were widely used for fishing and coastal shipping.

In addition, the gathering allows crews from different regions of the Mediterranean to meet. Together, they sail in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. These exchanges between enthusiasts encourage the sharing of experiences. They thus contribute to the preservation of this living heritage.

Finally, through the Voiles Latines, Saint-Tropez highlights an authentic facet of its maritime identity. The event invites visitors to discover a form of sailing that respects tradition. It remains deeply rooted in the history of the region.

See you from April 17 to 20, 2026, for a new edition.