🇮🇹 La storica nave scuola della Marina Militare torna nel Golfo di Trieste. Oltre 1.570 imbarcazioni già iscritte alla regata dell’11 ottobre, mentre la città si anima tra sport, innovazione, cultura e spettacolo.
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# ⛵ Barcolana 58: Trieste Welcomes Amerigo Vespucci as Excitement Builds for the Great Sailing Race
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**🇮🇹 Italy's historic naval training ship arrives in Trieste as more than 1,570 boats prepare for the October 11 regatta. Sailing, innovation, culture and international events bring the city to life.**
# 🌊 Trieste Becomes an International Sailing Capital
Barcolana 58 is entering its most exciting stage, transforming Trieste into a major gathering place for sailors, international visitors and maritime enthusiasts.
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Thursday, October 8, 2026, marks a particularly important day with the arrival of Amerigo Vespucci, the famous Italian Navy training ship.
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Meanwhile, the Barcolana Village is fully operational, and a busy programme of sporting competitions is leading towards the main race on Sunday, October 11.
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With 1,570 boats already registered, the event is preparing to deliver another spectacular celebration of sailing.
# 🇮🇹 Amerigo Vespucci Returns to Trieste
One of the highlights of this year's programme is the return of Amerigo Vespucci, one of the most recognisable symbols of Italy's maritime heritage.
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The historic vessel arrived in Trieste on the morning of October 8 and will remain moored at Molo Bersaglieri until October 12.
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Its visit marks the conclusion of the 2026 North America campaign, part of the Amerigo Vespucci international tour.
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Alongside the ship, the Villaggio IN Italia will promote Italian culture, innovation, maritime traditions and national excellence.
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The official opening is scheduled for 4:30 p.m., followed at 5:00 p.m. by a documentary preview celebrating the international journey of the ship and the Villaggio Italia project.
# 🎪 Barcolana Village Brings the Waterfront to Life
The Barcolana experience extends far beyond competitive sailing.
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The event village stretches along Trieste's waterfront, from Piazza Unità d'Italia to the Maritime Station, bringing together approximately 200 exhibitors.
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Visitors can explore cultural activities, commercial stands, entertainment and displays by institutional partners.
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A new attraction is Molo del Gusto, an area dedicated to local food, traditional products and regional gastronomy.
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The village provides an opportunity to discover Trieste's cultural identity while enjoying the atmosphere of an international sailing festival.
# 🤖 Artificial Intelligence Meets Maritime Sustainability
Innovation is a major theme of Barcolana 58.
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The first Barcolana AI Sea Summit takes place at MIB Trieste School of Management, bringing together experts to explore the relationship between artificial intelligence, the sea and sustainability.
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Discussions focus on data security, maritime mobility, environmental protection, navigation technology and the potential of artificial intelligence to improve decision-making at sea.
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The event also introduces the principles of the Trieste Manifesto for Artificial Intelligence and Marine Sustainability.
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Another initiative is the Barcolana AI Sea Hackathon, scheduled to continue into 2027, with a total prize fund of €9,000.
# 🏆 Italian Meteor Championship: Mauna Loa Leads
Competition continues in the waters of Grignano with the 53rd Italian Meteor Championship.
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Light winds have made racing particularly tactical, requiring crews to demonstrate precision and adaptability.
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After two races, Mauna Loa, skippered by Marco Pecorella, leads the provisional standings with 2 points.
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Pekoranera Ensto, led by Davide Sampiero, follows with 7 points, while Michele Marin's Avance…de galera holds third place with 12 points.
# ⛵ European Este 24 Championship Begins
The European Este 24 Championship also gets underway on October 8.
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Racing will continue through Saturday, when the championship awards ceremony is scheduled.
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The participating crews will then join Sunday's Barcolana 58.
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Meanwhile, the Solaris Adriatic Cup begins in Portopiccolo, featuring an international fleet of Solaris yachts.
# 🚣 University Sport Takes Centre Stage
Barcolana also celebrates university sport through the Dragon Boat University Challenge.
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The third edition saw CUS Trieste claim victory over CUS Bari in the final.
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CUS Padova finished third, followed by CUS Udine.
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The competition highlights teamwork, sporting participation and cooperation between universities.
# 📅 October 11: The Main Barcolana Race
Attention now turns to the famous autumn sailing race.
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The starting signal is scheduled for Sunday, October 11, at 10:30 a.m., with the starting line positioned between Barcola and Miramare.
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The approximately 13-nautical-mile course will take competitors through some of the most spectacular sections of the Gulf of Trieste.
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With more than 1,570 registered boats, Barcolana 58 promises an impressive international sailing spectacle.
# 🌍 More Than a Sailing Competition
Barcolana is much more than a sporting event.
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The presence of Amerigo Vespucci, university competitions, environmental initiatives and cultural activities demonstrates the event's ability to connect tradition with innovation.
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For Trieste, the festival represents an opportunity to strengthen its international reputation while celebrating its deep connection with the sea.
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**As Barcolana 58 approaches its grand finale, the city is preparing to celebrate sailing, maritime culture and the shared passion that brings people together on the water.**
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