Melges 24 European Sailing Series Dates Confirmed

The dates for the 2014 Melges 24 European Sailing Series have been confirmed.  Responding to the fantastic reception that last year's series received, the 2014 programme will once again feature five regattas across Europe.  The programme has been designed to ensure ease of logistics for the competitors and top quality racing at outstanding venues.  The jewel in the crown will be the Melges 24 European Championship on Lake Balaton in May.  The full programme is

28-30 March - Portoroz Melges 24 Regatta, Slovenia (website coming soon)

2-9 May - Melges 24 European Championship, Balatonfured, Hungary

21-24 June - Kiel Week, Germany

3-6 July - Italian Melges 24 Act 3, Riva Del Garda, Italy

19-21 September - Dutch Open Championship, Medemblik, Holland

The season opener in Portoroz provides the perfect opportunity to wind up for the Melges 24 Europeans in Balaton.  Porotroz is located just over the Italy/Slovenia boarder and has excellent motorway links from across Europe.  It's then just a 5 hour drive on to Lake Balaton ready for the Europeans.  Please visit the individual event websites for further information.