{"id":95708,"date":"2026-02-05T11:27:32","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T10:27:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nauticescala.com\/?post_type=news&p=95708"},"modified":"2026-04-07T14:42:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T12:42:49","slug":"lescala-hosts-the-2026-moth-class-european-championship","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/nauticescala.com\/en\/news\/lescala-hosts-the-2026-moth-class-european-championship\/","title":{"rendered":"L\u2019Escala Hosts the 2026 Moth Class European Championship"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

From 7 to 13 June 2026<\/strong>, Club N\u00e0utic l\u2019Escala will host the Moth Class European Championship<\/strong>, one of the most spectacular events on the international foiling sailing calendar. Over the course of a week, the Sea of Emp\u00faries<\/strong> will welcome 75 foiling boats<\/strong> and sailors from 17 countries and 3 continents<\/strong>, competing in an exceptional setting known both for its sailing conditions and its natural beauty.<\/p>\n

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Located in a strategic spot in the heart of the Costa Brava, Club N\u00e0utic l\u2019Escala offers optimal conditions thanks to its regular thermal wind, stable sea state and the incomparable setting of the Sea of Emp\u00faries \u2014 a space that combines heritage, nature and navigation. This privileged environment will allow the Moth Class to showcase its full potential in a regatta promising speed, spectacle and excitement<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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The championship schedule <\/strong>includes two days of equipment checks (7 and 8 June), official training and the opening ceremony on the 8th, qualification races on the 9th and 10th, and the finals on the 11th, 12th and 13th of June, followed by the prize\u2011giving ceremony and closing event.<\/p>\n

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High\u2011performance sailing<\/h3>\n
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This edition reinforces the innovative character that defines the Moth Class. These boats, known for their ability to \u201cfly\u201d on foils<\/strong>, create a unique visual spectacle and place this event among the most technologically advanced in the world of sailing.
In addition, the organisation will implement electric and automatic race marks<\/strong>, avoiding the need for traditional anchoring systems and minimising impact on the seabed \u2014 a step forward towards more sustainable sailing.<\/p>\n

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A Responsible Event<\/h3>\n
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The Moth Class European Championship aligns with the criteria of the Clean Regattas<\/strong> programme by Sailors for the Sea<\/strong> and follows environmental management standards certified under ISO 14001 and ISO 9001<\/strong>.
The event also incorporates an educational dimension through collaboration with IES El Pedr\u00f3<\/strong> as part of the Esport Blau<\/strong> programme, promoting young people\u2019s connection with the marine environment and sailing.<\/p>\n

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The championship logistics will involve a team of 45 professionals<\/strong>, operational support both on land and at sea, 12 support boats<\/strong>, and an outdoor area of 5,000 m\u00b2<\/strong> dedicated to regatta operations.<\/p>\n

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Organisation and Sponsors<\/h3>\n
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The 2026 Moth Class European Championship is organised by Club N\u00e0utic l\u2019Escala, together with the International Moth European Championship<\/strong> and the Moth Class<\/strong>, responsible for sporting coordination.<\/p>\n

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The event is sponsored by the Ajuntament de l\u2019Escala, C\u00e0mping La Ballena Alegre, Hyundai Fornells Motor, Costa Brava \u2013 Pirineu de Girona and Visit L\u2019Escala, reinforcing its international projection. It also receives institutional support from the Diputaci\u00f3 de Girona, the Government of Catalonia \u2013 Sports Secretariat, the Royal Spanish Sailing Federation, the Spanish National Sports Council, the Catalan Sailing Federation and Ports de la Generalitat, with Nautivela participating as technical collaborator.
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More Information About the Club<\/h3>\n
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Club N\u00e0utic l\u2019Escala is a modern, family\u2011oriented and sea\u2011focused club located in a privileged environment that combines nature, heritage and sailing. Founded in 1969<\/strong>, it has hosted numerous regional, national and international regattas, including the Spanish Championships of various classes and the European Championships of Star (2004)<\/strong>, Europe (2007)<\/strong> and ILCA Master (2022)<\/strong>. It has also been the venue for major world\u2011class events such as the Europe Class World Championship (2012)<\/strong> and, more recently, the RS21 World Championship (2024)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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With complete facilities and a committed team, the Club continues working to offer a high\u2011quality, accessible and welcoming nautical experience, consolidating its role as a reference point on the Catalan coast.<\/p>\n

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Practical Information and Registrations<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Registrations are now open and can be completed through the championship\u2019s official website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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