Cascais is set to host one of the most epic legs of The Ocean Race

Cascais is gearing up to host one of the standout moments of the next edition of The Ocean Race (formerly the Volvo Ocean Race). Next year, the seaside town will mark the finish line of a new transatlantic leg connecting St. Pete-Clearwater, in Florida, to the Atlantic winds off the Portuguese coast – a journey of around 4,500 nautical miles.

It’s the first time this route has featured in the race’s history, a competition that for more than 50 years has tested teams in some of the most demanding conditions on the planet. And it couldn’t end just anywhere: Cascais, with its strong sailing tradition and a marina well used to hosting international competitions, makes a fitting finale. Teams are expected to start arriving from 26 May, with the next leg setting off on 6 June.

More than just a race, it’s a spectacle that blends sport, endurance and plenty of ocean. Expect cutting-edge IMOCA 60 boats, mixed crews with mandatory female representation, and the Atlantic as a dramatic backdrop – with Cascais firmly on the finish line.