Porto and the North of Portugal to host The Ocean Race Europe for the first time

Porto and the North of Portugal will host The Ocean Race Europe for the first time. A Fly-By is scheduled for 20 August at the Leixões Cruise Terminal in Matosinhos.

This summer, Porto and the North of Portugal will host The Ocean Race Europe for the first time, with a thrilling Fly-By in Matosinhos on 20 August.

Sailing enthusiasts – and anyone who can’t resist a world-class spectacle by the sea – will have the unique opportunity to watch this impressive second leg of the race stop at the Leixões Cruise Terminal before the fleet heads to Gibraltar and the Mediterranean. More than just a sporting event, the Fly-By Matosinhos will also highlight local and international efforts to protect and restore the health of the oceans.

This milestone marks the beginning of a broader collaboration between Porto and the North of Portugal and The Ocean Race, with our destination already confirmed to host The Ocean Race Summit in 2026.

This Fly-By is only possible thanks to the joint work of Porto and the North of Portugal with Turismo de Portugal, Matosinhos City Council, APDL and CIIMAR. Thank you for embarking on this adventure with us!