Cadiz, Spain
26 - 29 July
Cadiz is a city that is open to the sea, its three thousand years of history are marked by a maritime tradition that lives on to this day. Cadiz also has a great tradition of Tall Ships Races, with events in 1992, 2000 and 2006 all of which have been a great success.
In July 2012 Cadiz will again host a Tall ships event. This time however it will be a particularly special celebration. The city`s grand maritime tradition will join with the commemoration of the Bicentenary of the first Spanish Constitution which was drawn up in Cadiz in 1812.
Cadiz has been chosen as Iberoamerican Culture Capital and host city for the Iberoamerican Heads of State and Government Summit in 2012. These two important events together with the stopover of The Tall Ships Races will form the base of the cities Bicentenary celebrations.
Cadiz is a city steeped in maritime history, from the Phoenicians, to the voyages to the New World. The city’s historical centre reflects this in its architecture and monuments, making it ideal for walking around.
Cadiz is also a gastronomic paradise with a grand variety of restaurants and tapas bars. In addition to this is the city’s sunny, warm climate and the friendliness of its people which will make your stopover at The Tall Ships Races unforgettable.