Union Yacht Club Traunsee, Gmunden – regattas, sailing school and…

Overview

The Union-Yacht-Club Traunsee was founded on 15 August 1888 as a branch of the Union Yacht Club (founded 1886) and has been independent since 1950; its clubhouse on the Esplanade in Gmunden has stood by the Orth bay of the Traunsee since 1914. With its thermal winds the lake is one of Austria's most demanding sailing areas. The club runs traditional trophy races such as the Max-Schmid-Pokal in the Traunsee Cup, the Ebensee regatta and the club handicap, offers youth training and belongs to the Austrian and Upper Austrian sailing federations. Guests and competitors find the office, showers and toilets in the clubhouse.

Founded: 1888
Federation: Österreichischer Segel-Verband, Oberösterreichischer Segelverband
Registry code: ZVR 166168394

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Regattas and series

Run or hosted by the club, per the club website. Dates and notices are on the club site.

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Sailing school and courses

Youth training ↗

History and achievements

1888Founded on 15 August as the Traunsee branch of the Union Yacht Club
1897Part of the Orth bay is leased
1905The present UYC emblem and club flag are introduced
1914The clubhouse built in 1913 opens
1946First post-war regatta; the Austrian sailing federation is founded
1950The overall UYC breaks up and the UYCT becomes fully independent

Location

Position: 47°54.85′ N 13°47.43′ E
47.91413, 13.79047
Address: Esplanade 30

Frequently asked

Can I learn to sail here?

Yes. The club lists these courses: Youth training.

When was Union Yacht Club Traunsee founded?

In 1888.

Which regattas does the club run?

According to the club website, among others: Max-Schmid-Pokal – Traunseecup, Ebenseeregatta and Club handicap race.