ILCA Zonal Championship - Pantelleria Regatta
The Pantelleria leg of the ILCA class sailing Zonal Championship in the waters off Scauri
About ILCA Zonal Pantelleria
Competitive sailing in the heart of the Mediterranean
The ILCA Zonal Championship - Pantelleria Regatta is one of the most anticipated events of the sailing season on the Black Pearl of the Mediterranean. Organized by the Circolo Velico Isola di Pantelleria, the event takes place in the spectacular waters off the Port of Scauri, in the Municipality of Pantelleria, at the westernmost tip of Sicily, in the Province of Trapani.
The event is part of the ILCA class Zonal Championship (the historic Olympic class formerly known as Laser), included in the competitive calendar of the VII Zone of the Italian Sailing Federation. The Pantelleria leg represents a true milestone for the island's sailing club, which has established itself in just a few years as a benchmark for youth and competitive sailing in the Strait of Sicily.
The Scauri race course
The races are held in the open sea in front of the Port of Scauri, a technical and fascinating race course where the famous Pantelleria wind and Mediterranean conditions test the athletes' preparation. The ILCA class boats, single-handed sailing dinghies, compete in multiple races over the weekend, under the watchful eye of the race committees and with the assistance of support boats.
- Boats: approximately 70 ILCA class dinghies (ILCA 4, ILCA 6, ILCA 7)
- Athletes: sailors aged 14 and up
- Origin: sailing clubs from Marsala, Palermo, Augusta, Syracuse, and Trapani
- Venue: waters of the Port of Scauri
An event for the local area
The regatta involves the entire island community and enjoys the patronage of the Municipality of Pantelleria and the Pantelleria Island National Park Authority, with the support of the Italian Sailing Federation. The Port Authority, the Italian Red Cross, and various local associations collaborate on safety at sea and on land. For young local sailors—including athletes like Eleonora Raffaele, Alice Chiolo, and Francesco Belvisi—it is an opportunity to compete at home against their Sicilian peers.
Sailing and island identity
The ILCA Zonal Regatta is part of a sailing season full of events that the Circolo Velico Isola di Pantelleria proposes between spring and summer, from competitive legs to the traditional Lance Pantesche regattas. For Pantelleria, a volcanic and windy island in the heart of the Strait of Sicily, sailing is a combination of sport, tourism promotion, and the enhancement of one of the most beautiful seas in the Mediterranean.
ILCA Zonal Pantelleria — edition 2026
IV Zonal ILCA Leg 2026
The fourth round of the ILCA class Zonal Championship was held in Pantelleria on May 16 and 17, 2026, on the race course in front of the Port of Scauri, with about 70 dinghies at the starting line. Saturday, May 16, was affected by bad weather, with waves of about two meters and mistral winds that prevented the races: the organizers offered the athletes a sightseeing tour of the island and a convivial dinner. On Sunday, May 17, the sea offered suitable conditions for the competitions, with strong winds offshore.
The event, organized by the Circolo Velico Isola di Pantelleria with the support of the Italian Sailing Federation and the patronage of the Municipality of Pantelleria and the National Park Authority, saw the collaboration of the Port Authority, the Italian Red Cross, and local associations. Among the participants were young local sailors Eleonora Raffaele, Alice Chiolo, and Francesco Belvisi.
Programme ILCA Zonal Pantelleria 2026
Saturday, May 16: ILCA class regatta races from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM (races suspended due to adverse weather conditions).
Sunday, May 17: ILCA class regatta races from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, followed by the rankings for the ILCA 4, ILCA 6, and ILCA 7 categories and the awards ceremony.
Highlights ILCA Zonal Pantelleria 2026
- About 70 ILCA class boats competing
- Sailors from Marsala, Palermo, Augusta, Syracuse, and Trapani
- Race course in front of the Port of Scauri
- Patronage of the Municipality of Pantelleria and the National Park Authority
Prices ILCA Zonal Pantelleria 2026
Practical information — ILCA Zonal Pantelleria
How to get there
Pantelleria can be reached by plane (Pantelleria Airport, with connections to Trapani, Palermo, and, in season, other Italian cities) or by ferry/hydrofoil from Trapani. The Port of Scauri is located on the south-western side of the island.
When
The regatta traditionally takes place in mid-May, over a weekend (Saturday and Sunday).
Admission
The competitive event is free for the public, who can watch the races from the quay and the areas of the Port of Scauri. Participation in the races is reserved for FIV-registered sailors enrolled through their respective clubs.
Tips
It is advisable to book flights, ferries, and accommodation well in advance, given the island's limited capacity and the influx of athletes and supporters during sailing events.
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Where does it take place — ILCA Zonal Pantelleria
Porto di Scauri
Porto di Scauri, 91017 Pantelleria