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Round of Texel 2025

Texel is really the place to be for catamaran sailors. To join the Round of Texel they arrive with hundreds to the island . Every year this biggest catamaran race takes place around the island , which has started out as a small one.

The beach at pole 17 is the traditional starting and finishing point. In the week before the round there are surfing and catamaran races and party nights in the big tent. Many well-known Dutch artists and DJ’s perform there.

The catamaran race can be viewed from many places. One of them is the pathway along the sea at pole 20 ( De Koog ), near the lighthouse and further ahead at pole 33 ( De Cocksdorp ), where the catamarans sail along the coast. You also have a good view from the dyke at Oosterend , the harbor of Oudeschild , the dyke near the NIOZ and the ferry port on the ’t Horntje.

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• Posted: 09/06/2024
• By: iFLY15 Team
• Category: iFLY15 - Foiling Catamaran / Sail Racing

The Race around Texel

Line honours single-hande d for ifly.

The Round Texel Race – “Ronde om Texel “ is the world’s largest catamaran sailing race. Every year, over 300 catamarans compete on the water intending to sail around the island of Texel as fast as possible! Both amateur sailors and the international sailing elite participated in this race. In recent years, the race has grown into a major public event with thousands of visitors.

This year the start of the 2024 race was on Saturday 8 June.

iFLY on Winning Course at Round Texel Race single-handed – A Spectacular RACE

iFLY single-handed – first ship home – Round Texel Race

In a thrilling display of speed and agility, the iFLY proved its mettle. The iFLY RAZZOR Pro showcased its superior performance and cutting-edge technology in this race. Michael CEO of CEC Catamarans GMbH and regatta sailor single-handedly and first ship home on the iFLY, shared his experience:

“On the first (downwind) leg northwards, wind was light and strong current made it even weaker. At the same time, the westerly sea state was quite big. During this leg, foiling was on the lower edge of light wind. You know what this means for the VMG (velocity made good). At least I can say for sure, nobody else in the fleet sailed a longer distance than me. In the shallows to VC buoy I took it conservative, foils up. From VC buoy on, I passed a big part of the fleet at mind-blowing speeds, with strong wind gusting 25 kts and in the south, a very wild sea state (current against wind). All this was no problem, but little wind in combination with big waves are not ideal for a foiler. Anyway, during the fast part of the race I overtook them all and took line honors (single-handed catamarans), leaving many F18 and even N20 behind.”

Ready for the Start

It is special to see how the boats are prepared and then take to the water. The start and finish take place at Paal 17, on the west side of the island. The starting line is just off the coast and is marked by two large starting ships and a helicopter with smoke signals.

The exact start time depends on the current and wind and will be announced the morning of the race during the Skippers briefing.

From Paal 17, the catamarans depart towards the lighthouse. This is a critical point of the race: if they arrive at the lighthouse too late, they will have the current against them and unfortunately have to abandon the race. Otherwise, they sail on towards Oudeschild.

They then cross the Marsdiep where the confrontation with the TESO boat is also always an exciting part. From the Marsdiep, they sail on to the finish line at Paal 17.

Experience the Excitement

The Round Texel Race is not just a competition but a celebration of sailing prowess and the spirit of adventure. Whether you’re a participant or a spectator, the race offers an unforgettable experience of speed, strategy, and sailing skill. Mark your calendars and be part of this iconic event in 2024!

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ALL TIED IN THE LOUIS VUITTON CUP FINAL AS SECOND DAY'S ONLY RACE IS TIMED OUT

After a near two-hour delay waiting for a southerly ‘Migjorn’ thermal breeze to eke its way above the wind-limit of 6.5 knots, finally racing got underway between INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli just after 1600 CET on the second day of their epic first-to-seven-points Louis Vuitton Cup Final series. At the beginning of the day it was one-all, by the end of the day the score was the same, after a thrilling race was timed out with both boats in displacement mode when the wind cruelly shut down on the fifth leg of the six-leg course.

For the fans shoreside at the Race Village and the crowds at the Fanzones in Plaça del Mar and Bogatell plus the huge armada of spectator craft that took to the water on a stunning Barcelona Saturday, there were faces etched with both excitement and frustration. The fans, decked out in their team’s colours and flying flags of support were denied a race win but revelled in the atmosphere of this very special Louis Vuitton Cup Final.

Questions, though, were answered today with INEOS Britannia showing impressive light-air speed, coming off the line to windward and holding a mighty high-mode all the way to the left boundary, creating enough gauge to cross and cover Luna Rossa’s first tack.

From there, the British helming duo Sir Ben Ainslie and Dylan Fletcher sailed like the champions they are, creating big problems for the Italians with wing-wash and then clicking into a beautiful right shift as the first leg came to an end.

Rounding the port gate marker with a 19-second lead, a rare tactical error saw the British caught in a wind hole that gave away their lead almost immediately to the hard-charging Jimmy Spithill and Francesco Bruni on Luna Rossa.

However, an equally spirited fightback was on midway down that leg as Britannia’s deep angle sailing off the wind came to their rescue. After powering over the top of the Italians and forcing them to gybe away, the British were back in the lead and it was one they built on steadily over the next two-and-a-half legs – until Mother Nature intervened.

On the final windward leg the breeze closed down at the top of the course to some three to four knots putting both boats on the knife edge of falling off the foils. After a scary moment for the British that they just managed to recover from, it was the Italians who fell into displacement after tacking off the left boundary.

Soon after, INEOS Britannia suffered the same fate after tacking at the right boundary. Both crews kept calm and tried to build the speed required for the foils to ‘bite’ and get flying, but the reality was that the race now was against the clock as the 45-minute time-limit ticked away..

Frustratingly for the British, who had looked good for the win today before the wind shut down, time ran out while both boats were sailing slowly down the final leg and the race was stopped. Shortly afterwards the Race Committee sent the yachts home for the day.

Dylan Fletcher, port helm on Britannia, took away a lot of positives from the day: “I guess just a frustrating day in terms of waiting around for that breeze and it was flirting with us the whole time at the wind limit. Obviously we then got the green light, but I think it dipped below the limit pretty quickly [afterwards].

"We take good confidence about our performance over the Italians, but a different day tomorrow in different conditions. It feels like we're making really nice gains with the yacht and finding more performance like in tacking, and in that way it's all good, but I think you can never rest on anything in this Cup. I think we'll be okay and we're looking forward to tomorrow already.”

Francesco Bruni, the port helm for Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, came ashore grateful for the race timing out, plus plenty of take-aways for the Italian team: “Between the boats today it was hard to pick up on any difference between performance profile because the wind was so puffy and shifty.

We didn't have a great start, but we managed to stay close and to find our moments. But it was not an easy race. Today was actually a lot of learning for free because we could've lost a point, but we will take the luck.”

Asked whether he was surprised at the performance gain that INEOS Britannia have made through the competition, Bruni added: “No I'm not surprised because I knew it was going to happen. We all knew that they were going to improve, and they did improve. I still think that we can definitely sail better than what we did today, and it's going to be a tough final, there’s going to be a lot of hard moments and good moments.”

As the sun sets tonight, it’s still one-all in this battle of Barcelona, and there will be interesting debriefs in the British and Italian camps this evening about relative speeds in light breeze. INEOS Britannia certainly put down a serious marker today and the momentum may have swung slightly towards the British. Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli will be looking to derail that train tomorrow when the breezes are expected to be in the 12-14 knot range. Hang tight, this is an unmissable series.

(Magnus Wheatley)

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Water sports

Sailing and surf boarding

Texel is one of the best places for water sports in the Netherlands - an island surrounded by water has innumerable possibilities. It's not surprising that the largest catamaran event in the world, the Round Texel Race , is held here every June.

Everybody who loves water sports is welcome on Texel. Both beginners and experienced sports lovers can explore Texel from the water. Why not hire a catamaran or take surfing lessons at one of the island's surf schools?

Catamaran sailing

If you have always wanted to try sailing a catamaran, Texel's catamaran sailing school De Eilander offers you that chance. You can go on a group trip or take a course of lessons, while experienced catamaran sailors can hire a catamaran at De Eilander.

Surf's up on Texel: You probably won't be surprised to hear that Olympic medal winner Dorian van Rijsselberghe was born and bred on Texel, as Texel is a veritable paradise for surfers! The circumstances are often ideal for kite surfing, wave surfing and windsurfing. In the summer there is also much topping up. The circumstances are often ideal for kite surfing, wave surfing and windsurfing. In the summer there is also a lot of stand up paddling.

Surf lesson

Do you want to experience the waves of Texel and learn the basics of surfing? Then we recommend the Surfschool Foamball at Paal 19 and the Surf Center Paal 9 . Experienced instructors teach you the tricks of the sport. Even if you prefer to practice yourself, you can go to these surf schools to rent surf equipment, surfboards and SUPS.

Kitesurfing

Want to try something other than wave surfing? Then maybe kitesurfing is something for you. At Surf Center Paal 9 this is also possible. They only offer private lessons for both beginners and advanced surfers. For advanced kitesurfers they also give lessons in hydrofoils.

Surf kayaking and rafting

Along the Texel coast, you can go surf kayaking and rafting with Texel Active or Zandbank Texel . This involves running into the sea with a raft or kayak and paddling through the waves of the North Sea. At Zandbank Texel they even have a SUP XL, currently it is due to Corona only bookable for families.

On holiday you naturally want to have a nice swim. This is possible in many places on Texel. Take a dip in the sea or swim a length in an outdoor swimming

Texel has fantastic beaches. Around 30 kilometres of snow-white beach sand awaits you!

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10 must-see places in the Vologda Region

Vologda has some astonishing sights.

The provincial city of Vologda (300 miles north of Moscow) attracts with its fairy-tale atmosphere, and has many stunning places to visit.

1.  The Vologda Kremlin

The Vologda Kremlin.

The white-stone kremlin in Vologda’s center was founded in the mid 16th century, and is one of the city’s most popular sights. The kremlin has the former Bishop's house, where the local treasury was kept, the Resurrection Cathedral and the St. Sophia bell tower. On the high bank of the Vologda River you can see the monumental St. Sophia Cathedral – the city’s first stone church, which was built by Ivan the Terrible.

Near Kremlin Square is a house museum dedicated to Varlam Shalamov, the author of Kolyma Tales . This is where he was born and lived until 1924.  

Another remarkable place on Kremlin Square is Russia’s only Museum of Lace. Vologda lace is famous around the globe, and the museum exhibits pre-1917 clothing, as well as canvases with images of Soviet leaders and modern festive decorations. Read more about Vologda lace.  

2. Center of Folk Crafts

Reznoi Palisad Center of Folk Crafts.

The Vologda Region is famous for folk crafts: needleworks , ceramics, and woodcarving. Local masters decorate their houses with carved fences, and one such preserved building became the Reznoi Palisad Center of Folk Crafts. Now, it’s not only an exhibition of ancient crafts but also an active place for meeting local craftsmen.

3. Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery

Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery.

Founded in the late 14th century, the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery (80 miles north of Vologda) is one of Europe’s largest monasteries, and its walls are more than two kilometers long. The citadel is located on Lake Siverskoye. Ivan the Terrible visited the monastery many times and he even thought to spend the rest of his days here. In Soviet times, the monastery became a museum, and its main task is to preserve the site’s legacy and buildings. 

4. Ferapontovo

Fresco by Dionysus with images of warriors Dmitry of Thessaloniki (left) and Mina (right) in the Nativity of the Virgin Cathedral.

Ferapontovo village (about 75 miles north of Vologda) is located on a bluff with a sweeping vista of Lake Borodava. Are lovers will enjoy a visit to the Ferapontov Monastery and its luminous frescoes made in 1502 by Andrei Rublev’s follower, Dionisius , in collaboration with his sons. The frescoes are protected from the severe local climate and still retain a rich palette of colors.

What do the famous Ferapontov frescoes look like?

The Ferapontov Monastery is surrounded by lakes and forests that convey the lyrical beauty of the Russian North.

5. Veliky Ustyug

Veliky Ustyug is the residence of Ded Moroz.

Veliky Ustyug is a town (250 miles northeast of Vologda) that in centuries past was one of the major cities in Russian North. Since 1999, Veliky Ustyug has been the residence of Russia’s Santa Claus – Ded Moroz . The residence (Votchina) is a major tourist attraction in winter holidays, and here any adult can relive his childhood. 

Each year, the local post office receives millions of letters from Russian children for Ded Moroz. Children and adults who want to write to Ded Moroz should send letters to:

Ded Moroz Mail

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6. Belozersk

The small town of Belozersk (95 miles north of Vologda) is among the oldest Slavic settlements, known since the 9th century. The town is located on Lake Beloye (White), and in the 15th century a fortress ( kremlin ) was built along with beautiful cathedrals. Thanks to Belozersk’s remote location many of its medieval buildings have been preserved.

In addition to the fortress’ historical significance, its high ramparts offer breathtaking views of the town .

7. Cherepovets

Resurrection Cathedral.

The Vologda Region’s industrial center, Cherepovets (80 miles west of Vologda) is located on the Sheksna River. With a population of 300,000, the city is known as the home of Severstal, one of Russia’s largest industrial enterprises. Nevertheless, the city has more than factories - for example, there are interesting examples of 18th-19th century architecture. The Resurrection Cathedral , the Chapel of St. Nicholas, and the Chapel of St. Philipp Arapskii have been restored and are important cultural and religious institutions.

The Kuskov museum in Totma.

Every year on July 26 the small town of Totma (112 miles northeast of Vologda) celebrates Russian America Day at the same time as Fort Ross in northern California. Why? Fort Ross was founded by Totma native Ivan Kuskov, who in 1808 led a voyage to the shores of western America. After several expeditions, Kuskov founded Fort Ross, and the colony organized a school for Russian and Native American families. He married a local woman who converted to Orthodoxy, returning with her to Totma in 1823. In 1990, the house where Kuskov spent the last months of his life became a branch of the Totma Museum Complex, which has documents and items related to the exploration of California. Today, residents of Totma and Fort Ross have a tradition of showing the tolling of the bells in the churches of Totma and Fort Ross via video link.

9. Ustyuzhna

The town of Ustyuzhna.

The town of Ustyuzhna (200 miles west of Vologda), located on the Mologa River, is known as one of the oldest centers of Russian metalworking.

The town preserved the historical center rather well, and the most remarkable work of religious art here is the richly decorated Church of the Kazan Icon of the Virgin in the town's main cemetery. It was built in the late 17th century thanks to a donation from the famous merchant, Grigory Stroganov. Another important cultural monument is the 17th century Nativity Cathedral.

10. Vytegra

The medieval town of Vytegra (190 miles northwest of Vologda) is one of the most visited places in Russia, especially attracting tourists who are interested in wooden church architecture.

The town center has substantial brick buildings dating to the turn of the 20th century, including local government offices, merchant houses, schools and churches. Some are still standing today.

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The first Wallywind 110, Galda, enjoyed her debut at the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show as the largest ... [+] delivery since Ferretti Group took the Wally Yachts helm.

The ultimate in sailing chic, Wally Yachts are streamlined, high tech, luxurious high-performance boats that appeal to the sophisticated individualist who is passionate about sailing. The largest build by the Wally group since coming under the wing of The Ferretti Group , this first 110, named Galma, confirms a commitment to the sailing fleet.

Ferretti Group Chief Executive Officer Avv. Alberto Galassi comments, "The point is to keep creating yachts that are completely different to the rest of the yachts in the sailing world. With the wallywind110, we've managed to introduce something that is distinct: the boats are completely customizable staying true to Wally's tradition, but with Ferretti Group industrial approach, so no two will ever look the same."

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A high-performance sailor that is streamlined but not stripped-down, the Wallywind 110, Galda, is at ... [+] home with luxurious relaxation as well as furious racing.

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Built of carbon fiber composite, a hull material introduced to sailing yacht builds by Wally, the superiority of their innovation and expertise continues. High modulus carbon spars and rigging complement the finely-tuned hull design by judel/vrolijk & co , building into it strong cruising capability and regatta-winning potential. Also built into the design is the ability to sail the yacht with a minimal crew.

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All sailing related controls are concentrated on the aft portion of the yacht. Additionally, Galda sports a flush deck all the way aft to the sunbeds. Equipped with hidden fridges amid the posh sofas, guests can choose whatever they'd like without the need to call on crew.

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Wallywind 110 Galda glides through the water effortlessly in equal measure whether pressed for time ... [+] in a regatta or simply cruising the coast.

The sleek Wally trademark is a low profile presented from the side, looking for all practical purposes like a completely flush deck with barely a hint of coach roof bumping the line. "The cockpit is deep, but you don't see this from outside the boat. It helps to conceal the coachroof, giving the impression of a flush-decked yacht. In reality, the Wallywind110 has all the benefits of a raised saloon without any of the aesthetic drawbacks,"explained Wally founder and chief designer Luca Bassani.

The foredeck lounge and Wally's famous sternside terrace-on-the-sea are important brand features. Intended as a social center right on the water, guests are encouraged to lounge, chat, or observe more active water sport pursuits.

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Experienced sailors will appreciate the Wallywind 110's responsive performance, while relaxed guests ... [+] will find accommodations and common areas quite posh.

Gauging the current interest levels regarding the first hull, Wally has already begun a second, which will have a few new tweaks and optimizations. Bassani concludes, “In all these 30 years, I’ve never had owners so radiantly happy with their new Wally,” continuing, “It means, not only do the couple love what we have designed, but what we have built and the quality we have achieved. I can say hand on heart, that this is the best Wally sailing yacht ever delivered.”

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