Vele d'Epoca in Imperia 2026 is the gathering and regatta series for historic boats organised by the Municipality of Imperia together with Assonautica Imperia, between the districts of Oneglia and Porto Maurizio, from 28 August to 6 September. Five classes take part: Epoca (wood or metal, built up to 1950), Classici (up to 1976), Classic IOR (1970–1984), Spirit of Tradition (up to 10 metres) and the international 8mR class. Born in 1986 on the initiative of commander Pier Franco Gavagni, the event involves Marina di Imperia, the Coast Guard, the Navy, the Italian Sailing Federation, the Yacht Clubs of Imperia and Sanremo and the Lega Navale Italiana.

Sea and boating · Imperia
Vintage Sails in Imperia 2026
Regatta gathering for historic boats in Imperia (Oneglia and Porto Maurizio), with five classes racing, from Epoca to the international 8mR class.
Practical information
Date 28 August 2026 – 6 September 2026
Where Imperia Getting there Getting to Imperia and where to park
Organizer Comune di Imperia, Assonautica Imperia
Times and programme On the official website →
From Genoa without a car 107 km treno, ~139 min (estimated)
Source: La Mia Liguria — calendario eventi — last checked on 1 September 2026
Useful guides
To plan your visit

Imperia: cosa vedere tra Porto Maurizio e Oneglia
Guida a Imperia: il Parasio di Porto Maurizio, il porto e le piazze di Oneglia, l'olio d'oliva, il Museo Navale e i consigli per la visita.

Getting to Imperia and where to park
Imperia is two towns in one, and the station is not by the sea: what to know before booking, and how to plan your arrival and parking.
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