Finale of the Trophée Bailli de Suffren returns to Grand Harbour Marina

Camper & Nicholsons Grand Harbour Marina will once again play host to the finale of the seventh annual Trophée Bailli de Suffren; a 580 mile, 12 day offshore race from St Tropez to Malta reserved exclusively for classic yachts.

Organised by the Marenostrum Racing Club and the Société Nautique of St Tropez, the race is recognized as one of the most beautiful in the Mediterranean. The Trophée Bailli de Suffren, which boasts Brigitte Bardot as its patron, departed from St Tropez on 27^th June – and will finish in La Valetta, Malta, on 7^th July. Named after Pierre André de Suffren, Admiral of the French Navy and the Maltese Ambassador at Versailles, the race is a truly unique event celebrating the grandeur of traditional sailing yachts. The magnificent vessels will cross the finish line on 7^th July as they enter Grand Harbour Marina in La Valetta, Malta, where they will be moored for three days in the stunning medieval harbour before finally departing home. During their stay crews will enjoy cocktails and a gala dinner at the French Embassy – an award ceremony will also be held at the Royal Malta Yacht Club. Ben Stuart, General Manager for Grand Harbour Marina, said: “There are very few events of this nature which feature boats of such distinguished charm. Grand Harbour is the ideal location for the race to come to an end and we would encourage people to visit the marina and see these stunning vessels for themselves. “The historic surroundings of the marina will provide the perfect backdrop to one of the most visually stunning events in the racing calendar.”

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