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PORT-SAINT-LOUIS-DU-RHÔNE

START OF THE EXPEDITION

  • Location: Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, at the mouth of the Rhône River, in the Camargue region, southern France.

  • Historical Significance: A historic maritime town with a strong fishing and trade heritage. Founded in 1664 as a strategic port for the region.

  • Role in the Expedition:

    • Final preparations for the boat, including checking rigging and supplies.

    • Official departure point of the journey on December 1st, 2023, at 11:57 AM.

  • Ideal Conditions: Windy environment of the Camargue perfect for testing the boat's sails.

  • Boat: The boat was Pepa an Alumarine 49.

  • Duration of Stay: 4-5 days in November for initial preparations, followed by a stay from November 29th to December 1st for final checks.

  • Distance to Next Stop: 184 nm (approximately 340 km) to Barcelona, Spain.

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