Overview
Organized by Edeis, the port authority of Saint-Malo/Cancale, the 4th edition of the Fête Maritime du Port de St Malo took place between Friday, June 6 and Monday, June 9, 2025.
These dates were chosen to coincide with the gathering of traditional sailing vessels hosted by the Old Gaffers Association along the Quai du Bassin Vauban.
The event is a celebration the rich heritage of maritime tradition with a spectacular gathering of vintage sailboats.
Over 100 traditional sailing ships drop anchor in the Vauban Basin of the Saint-Malo port
- This was the celebration that started it all, the very origin of French maritime festivals and 2025 represents the jubilee of the French Federation of Traditional Sailing Vessels (Les OGA).
This grand gathering aimed to unite traditional sailing enthusiasts from around the world and shine a spotlight on the region’s maritime legacy.
On the agenda:
- Commodore’s Trophy Rally
- Open boarding of traditional boats
- Seafood galley featuring regional products
- Dances and maritime balls
- Sea songs and shanties
- Nautical parades
- Crew parades
- Maritime heritage round tables
- A festive village by the water
Old Gaffers: A Legacy Born in England
Founded in 1963 in the United Kingdom, the Old Gaffers Association (OGA) emerged from a desire to preserve and promote traditional sailing rigs.
At a time when modern sailboats were pushing these classic gaff-rigged vessels into obscurity, a group of dedicated enthusiasts came together to breathe new life into these icons of maritime history.