Offshore Races

Arkéa Ultim Challenge

The solo round-the-world race for Ultim trimarans, starting and finishing in Brest.

The first solo round-the-world race reserved for the giant 32-metre trimarans, it left Brest on 7 January 2024 via the three great capes: Good Hope, Leeuwin and the Horn. A technical stopover was allowed. Charles Caudrelier won on Maxi Edmond de Rothschild in 50 days and 19 hours, setting a solo Indian Ocean record along the way. The second edition is scheduled for January 2028, organised by OC Sport Pen Duick.

Start
Brest
Finish
Brest
Theoretical distance
25,000 nm
Frequency
Every 4 years
Classes
Ultim
Next start
Record
50d 19h 7m 42s · Charles Caudrelier, Maxi Edmond de Rothschild, 2024
Official website
arkeaultimchallengebrest.com

Recent winners

At a glance: frequently asked questions

Arkéa Ultim Challenge: when is the next start?

The next start is scheduled for January 2028 in Brest.

Arkéa Ultim Challenge: how long is the course?

The theoretical course is 25,000 nautical miles, starting and finishing in Brest.

Arkéa Ultim Challenge: what is the record?

50d 19h 7m 42s, set by Charles Caudrelier on Maxi Edmond de Rothschild in 2024.

Arkéa Ultim Challenge: who won the last edition?

Charles Caudrelier on Maxi Edmond de Rothschild, in 2024.

Arkéa Ultim Challenge: which boats take the start?

Classes on the start line: Ultim.

Arkéa Ultim Challenge: how often is the race held?

Every 4 years.

Indicative course: the actual route depends on the weather. Figures taken from the sources below.

Sources

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