Historical Regatta of the Caorline 1951-1971
The re-enactment of the twelve victories of the coastline in the Historical Regatta of Venice
About Historical Regatta of the Caorline 1951-1971
The golden age of the coastline's caorline boats
The Historical Regatta of the Caorline 1951-1971 is a re-enactment that takes place in Punta Sabbioni, in the San Felice Canal of Cavallino-Treporti, in the province of Venice. The event commemorates the period when the caorline boats from Lio Piccolo, Treporti, and Cavallino dominated the famous Historical Regatta of Venice.
Twelve victories out of fourteen editions
Between 1951 and 1964, the northern lagoon islands achieved twelve successes out of fourteen editions of the caorline regatta: eight victories for Lio Piccolo, three for Treporti, and one for Cavallino. The first Historical Regatta of the Caorline took place on September 2, 1951, initiated by the then mayor of Venice, Giobatta Gianquinto, and was won by the red caorline boat from Cavallino after a contest decided by a daring maneuver under the Rialto Bridge.
A re-enactment of identity
The initiative is promoted by Remiera Cavallino, Canottieri Treporti, and the association Il Borgo di Lio Piccolo, with the patronage of the Municipality of Cavallino-Treporti. More than just a race, it is a moment to recall a glorious era, enhance the history and identity of the territory, and promote the sport of Venetian rowing.
Spectacle in the lagoon
The re-enactment, visible from the San Felice shore, offers a suggestive spectacle in the Venetian lagoon setting, featuring the caorline boats and the colors of traditional vessels.
Historical Regatta of the Caorline 1951-1971 — edition 2026
The third edition of the Historical Regatta of the Caorline 1951-1971 will be held on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at 10:30 AM, in the San Felice Canal at Punta Sabbioni in Cavallino-Treporti. The event, visible from the San Felice shore, commemorates the twelve victories achieved by boats from Lio Piccolo, Treporti, and Cavallino in the early editions of the Venice Historical Regatta.
The aim is to recall a period—from 1951 to 1964—when the northern lagoon islands dominated the competition, securing twelve successes out of fourteen editions: eight for Lio Piccolo, three for Treporti, and one for Cavallino. The initiative is promoted by Remiera Cavallino, Canottieri Treporti, and the association Il Borgo di Lio Piccolo, with the patronage of the Municipality of Cavallino-Treporti.
Programme Historical Regatta of the Caorline 1951-1971 2026
Sunday, April 12, 2026
- 10:30 AM — Re-enactment of the Historical Regatta of the Caorline 1951-1971 in the San Felice Canal at Punta Sabbioni
- Spectacle visible from the San Felice shore, in the Venetian lagoon setting
- Commemoration of the twelve victories of Lio Piccolo, Treporti, and Cavallino in the Venice Historical Regatta
- Promoted by Remiera Cavallino, Canottieri Treporti, and Il Borgo di Lio Piccolo
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Practical information — Historical Regatta of the Caorline 1951-1971
How to get there
Punta Sabbioni is reachable by car from the SP42 coastal road and by motorboat from Venice. The regatta takes place in the San Felice Canal and is visible from the shore.
Admission
The event is free and can be watched from the San Felice shore.
When
The re-enactment is held in the morning, usually at 10:30 AM.
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Where does it take place — Historical Regatta of the Caorline 1951-1971
Canal San Felice, Punta Sabbioni
Canal San Felice, Punta Sabbioni, 30013 Cavallino-Treporti