ORC European Championship 2026
07.08.26 - 15.08.26
Klaipeda, Lithuania
ORC Int
Klaipėda is a place where sailing, culture, and history meet, offering the perfect setting for a truly memorable championship. From the charm of its historic Old Town to its wide sandy beaches and welcoming waterfront atmosphere, Klaipėda invites sailors and their families to discover, relax, and enjoy.
Get ready for an exciting week of competitive racing, world-class organisation, and Baltic hospitality.
Race with precision. Sail with passion. See you in Klaipėda!
Save the dates!
7-9 August - Registration, Safety and Equipment Checks
9 August - Practice Race & Opening Ceremony
10-15 August - Race Days
15 August - Prizegiving & Closing Ceremony
Getting to Klaipėda
Located at the mouth of the Curonian Lagoon, Klaipėda is Lithuania’s gateway to the Baltic Sea and one of the region’s most accessible ports for visiting yachts. Its central position makes it a convenient sailing destination from all corners of the Baltic: approximately 400 nautical miles from Kiel, 320 from Copenhagen, 250 from Stockholm, 330 from Helsinki, and 300 from Tallinn.
Klaipėda’s modern port facilities and marinas equipped for visiting racing yachts ensure smooth arrivals by sea. For those transporting boats by trailer or shipping, the city is well connected by ferry routes, highways, and nearby airports. Regular ferry services link Klaipėda with Kiel (Germany) and Karlshamn (Sweden), offering practical options for moving yachts and support equipment.
The nearest airport is Palanga International Airport (PLQ), located just 30 km north of Klaipėda. Palanga offers regular direct flights to major hubs such as Copenhagen, Riga, Oslo, and Warsaw, providing convenient international access. Transfers between the airport and Klaipėda take around 30–40 minutes by car or taxi.
Whether you arrive under sail, by road, or by air, Klaipėda combines easy logistics with authentic maritime spirit — the perfect base for an unforgettable ORC European Championship.
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