The DeVinci Race is back in Paris!
Every year, Aviron De Vinci, in partnership with the Pôle Léonard de Vinci and the French Rowing Federation, organizes the DeVinci Race:
- Two days of racing, excitement, and camaraderie in the heart of Paris
- 250 student rowers from several countries competing on the Seine
- 35 races, featuring crews of 4 and 8 rowers
An intense experience, both on the water and on land!
📅 Saturday, April 18 – Heats and Semifinals
- 1:30 PM: Opening ceremony with a fanfare
- 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM: Races
- 5:30 PM: Announcement of finalists + show
- 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM: Open-air café atmosphere
📅 Sunday, April 19 - Finals
- 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM: 3 km Finals in Paris
- 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM: Classification Finals
- 11:15 AM: Awards ceremony
→ Access is free:
Throughout the weekend, a fan zone open to everyone will let you experience the event up close: giant screen, entertainment, food trucks… Perfect for coming with other Alumni, colleagues, family, or just out of curiosity, to discover an impressive sport in a unique setting.
📍 Port de Grenelle – Tour Eiffel (follow the signs on site)
Registration:
Watch the race from the Clipper terrace with a view of the Eiffel Tower
Watch the race from a motorboat on the Seine
The De Vinci Race is also an event with a meaningful purpose. The 2026 edition is strengthening its commitment to environmental responsibility: reducing its carbon footprint, promoting sustainable transportation, minimizing waste, and choosing more sustainable solutions… It’s a concrete way to combine athletic performance with a positive impact.
Come support our team!
To give you a taste... a look back at the 2025 edition:
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