ORC DH European Championship 2026

Registration is Open!

Altea Sailing Club has opened registration for the 40th edition of the iconic 200 Millas a2, set for March 1–7, 2026. A standout in the winter offshore racing calendar since 1987, this demanding 200-mile double-handed race in the Mediterranean will also host the 2026 ORC Double-Handed European Championship, bringing even greater prestige to this historic event.

Early registration is strongly recommended due to the high demand expected for this special edition.

Register here!

A Legendary Regatta

Over the years, the 200 Millas a2 has attracted top national and international sailors, combining sportsmanship, tactical skill, and endurance against the unpredictable winter conditions of the Mediterranean. Teams from across Europe have already expressed keen interest in participating in this landmark edition.

Furthermore, the organizers remain firmly committed to sustainability, safety, and the promotion of nautical culture—values that have defined the Altea Sailing Club since its founding in 1977.

"The 40th anniversary is a milestone not only for the Altea Sailing Club but also for the entire European sailing community. Hosting the ORC Double-Handed European Championship is a testament to the prestige this event has earned over four decades," said Francisco Fresneda Segura, president of CN Altea.

Altea Yacht Club

Altea Yacht Club is located in the harbour of Altea Bay, at the foot of the town which gives it its name. The Club was founded in 1977 and covers approximately half the area of the harbour. From the outset it has been committed to providing excellent services to members and visitors, protecting the environment, and promoting sailing and watersports.

A core part of Altea Yacht Club's mission is to promote and support sailing and watersports. The sailing school is the main way in which the Club works to promote a love for sailing in both children and adults, while all of the board members in charge of dinghy sailing, yachting, rowing, fishing, diving, canoeing and swimming work hard to provide the facilities and services needed to encourage members and visitors take up a water sport, or improve their skills.

The Club organises high-level sports competitions throughout the year which attract competitors from all over Spain, including classic sailing events such as the two handed 200 hundred miles regatta that began in 1987, and the Altea Bay Open which has been held for over 20 years. The Club also holds fishing contests which are very popular with both children and adults from Altea, and rowing regattas which draw over 500 rowers from all parts of the region of Valencia.

Altea Yacht Club