Vidy Sailing Club, Lausanne – regattas, sailing school and history

Overview

Founded in 1953, the Cercle de la Voile de Vidy brings together almost 400 members at Vidy harbour in Lausanne. Affiliated to Swiss Sailing and strongly focused on racing, it has organised the 5 Jours du Léman for over 35 years – 120 hours of non-stop racing in double-handed Surprises – plus the Winter Challenge on the first Saturday of each month from November to April and, with the Club de Voile Lausanne, the club series from April to September. Its training centre runs dinghy and keelboat courses for children and adults, from first steps to the sailing licence, and a selected racing squad.

Founded: 1953
Members: about 400 (club figure)
Federation: Swiss Sailing
Email: formation@cvvidy.ch
Phone: +41 21 616 52 11

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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.

5 Jours du Léman120 hours non-stop, double-handed Surprise (24–31 July 2027)
Winter Challengefirst Saturday of the month, November–April
Club seriestraining races April–September, run with the CVL
Critérium Psaros 33

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Sailing school and courses

Boat classes

SurprisePsaros 33

History and achievements

1953The Cercle de la Voile de Vidy is founded

Home harbour & location

Vidy harbour22 guest berthsMarina page: prices, services, map →

Position: 46°30.77′ N 6°36.33′ E
46.51282, 6.60543
Address: Allée du Bornan 6

Frequently asked

Can I learn to sail here?

Yes. The club lists these courses: Dinghy courses, group or private, Keelboat courses, Autumn cruise for 8–18-year-olds and Racing squad (by selection).

When was Vidy Sailing Club founded?

In 1953.

Which regattas does the club run?

According to the club website, among others: 5 Jours du Léman, Winter Challenge, Club series and Critérium Psaros 33.