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ΝAVIGATING
THE ICONIC SANTORINI
The AEGEAN 600 race takes sailors through
some of the most stunning locations in the
Aegean Sea. One of the highlights is Santorini,
where participants will navigate its caldera,
offering both a challenging sailing experience
and breathtaking views.

race, a skippers’ meeting, a welcoming ceremony, and
a cultural tour of the ancient Temple of Poseidon. The ΤHE SANTORINI LEG OF
festivities conclude with a grand prize-giving ceremony at
the Lavrion Technological and Cultural Park on July 13. THE AEGEAN 600 RACE,
Rolex, as the official timekeeper, underscores the AEGE-
AN 600’s standing in the global sailing community. Tro- CHARACTERIZED BY DIVERSE
phies awarded include a perpetual trophy for the overall WIND AND SEA CONDITIONS,
winner, inspired by a 5th-century BC Attican ceramic
vessel, and other prizes modeled after ancient Greek ar- RIGOROUSLY TESTS SAILORS’
tifacts, courtesy of the Benaki Museum.
The race’s inherent challenges and dynamic weather con- SKILLS AND ENDURANCE.
ditions have cemented its reputation as a premier event in
international sailing. With the potential to break existing
records, such as the 2023 benchmark set by LEOPARD
3, which completed the race in 45 hours, 5 minutes, and
25 seconds, the AEGEAN 600 offers an exhilarating and
demanding experience that continues to captivate the
global sailing elite. 
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