What is the route of the Route du Rhum?
The Route du Rhum links Saint-Malo in north-eastern Brittany to Pointe-à-Pitre, the capital and port on the east coast of Guadeloupe. The starting line is opposite the Pointe du Grouin, in Cancale, a little east of Saint-Malo.
Who won the 2018 Route du Rhum?
Arriving at 12 noon, after skipper SMA Alex Thomson, Paul Meilhat won the 2018 Route du Rhum at Imoca.
Why the rum route?
Originally, the need to restore the image of Guadalupe after the eruption of Soufrière in 1976 led to the evacuation of the southern part of Basse-Terre. For the Union of Caribbean Rum Sugar Producers, this candle race is a way to promote their drink.
When will the next Route du Rhum take place?
The last edition took place in 2018. The next edition will take place in 2022. The Route du Rhum is one of the most popular events. Since its first edition, the magic of this transatlantic liner has operated from Saint-Malo.