News
02-05-2024
GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE 2024, A YEAR OF RENEWAL
To remember:
A new Grand Pavois Beach area open from Thursday to Sunday on the Minimes beach,
A new Rental & Cruising area afloat,
A new name for the Heritage & Tradition area, which becomes Heritage & Know-How,
Free entry for all FFVoile members again this year,
An interactive map of the show to help you find your way around the site, the exhibitor you’re looking for and the services on offer…
New themed areas, new services… the Grand Pavois La Rochelle 2024 is evolving to meet the expectations of both visitors and exhibiting professionals. Here’s a sneak preview of what’s new for 2024 at the show that’s a must for all enthusiasts!
The Grand Pavois Beach, THE new feature for 2024!
The new Grand Pavois Beach is a real innovation for the leading show for all enthusiasts! Beach of Minimes will be sporting a new look, in response to demand from water sports professionals and to bring them together in a single, revamped area. New activities, a new partnership with the Comité Départemental de Voile de La Charente-Maritime (CDV 17), baptisms and introductions supervised by qualified instructors on specific equipment at sea and in the dock, skateboarding demonstrations on a floor set up for this purpose, a Pocket-Surf for a safe introduction to surfing, a meeting area and film projections with a giant screen and presenter, live presentations of new products from the brands present, DJ sets at the end of the day… In short, a real evolution-revolution for this space, which will also benefit from specific opening dates.
This new space will be open for 4 days, from Thursday 3 to Sunday 6 October, from 10.00 am to 7.00 pm, to meet the needs of water sports professionals.
Highlights include the showing of the film « Mon double Everest » and the presence of Maxime Sorel, skipper of the Imoca 60 V and B – Monbana – Mayenne on behalf of the association Vaincre La Mucoviscidose on Saturday, and the presence of singer-sailor Antoine, who will be presenting the new edition of his book « Guide pratique pour mettre les voiles » on Friday, theme days devoted to Technological Innovation in Sailing and Adventure, with meetings with sailors returning from long voyages, as well as round-table discussions offering practical and technical advice, and a Wingfoil competition on Saturday and Sunday… In short, it’s a real meeting place for water sports, not forgetting other outdoor activities such as mountain biking and skateboarding!
A new Charter & Cruising area in 2024
Located on pontoon 7, this new area reserved for rental and cruise professionals will be – a first! – afloat. Grand Pavois Organisation will double the width of this pontoon dedicated to this activity, allowing the installation of exhibition tents just a stone’s throw from the units presented on the water. This is an advantage for many charter companies, as they often rely on the presence of the boat they are chartering, and therefore on the boat’s visit, to optimise their bookings and present their offers more effectively. An initiative launched this year that seems to have met the expectations of many professionals, since to date the Grand Pavois La Rochelle 2024 can confirm the presence of Dream Yacht Charter, Kiriacoulis, Star Voyages, Corail Caraïbes, Punch Croisières and SamBoat… with other charter companies awaiting confirmation.
Other news
GRAND PAVOIS BEACH, THE NEW THEMED AREA AT GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE!
The area dedicated to Gliding and Light Sailing will benefit from a real evolution-revolution in 2024.
ALAIN POCHON REAPPOINTED CHAIRMAN, ANAÏS LHEUREUX NEW GENERAL COMMISSIONER.
Created in 1973, the association governed by yachting professionals held its 51st general meeting on Wednesday 16 January.
72,000 Visitors to the Grand Pavois La Rochelle
– 72,000 visitors in 6 days,
– An autumn event that confirms its position as the must-attend show for yachting enthusiasts and professionals,
– The 2024 dates: from Tuesday 1 to Sunday 6 October 2024
NEW : A CARD CALLED EXCLUSIVE FOR TWO PEOPLE
Grand Pavois Organisation is exceptionally offering a card called Exclusive for two people to facilitate the arrival of visitors who wish to visit the show for one day, optimise their trip and their show’s experience in the best conditions.
REPORT DU SPECTACLE VOILES DE NUIT 2023, RENDEZ-VOUS EN 2024
Le spectacle pyrotechnique et digital Voiles de Nuit organisé par Grand Pavois Organisation dans le cadre du Grand Pavois La Rochelle, initialement programmé le samedi 23 septembre dans l’avant-port de La Rochelle, n’aura finalement pas lieu cette année. Le Conseil d’Administration, qui s’est tenu mardi 29 août et présidé par Alain Pochon, a décidé à la majorité de reporter le spectacle en 2024 pour des problématiques de délai d’organisation.
GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE, MECENE DE L’ASSOCIATION PLANTONS POUR L’AVENIR
En 2023 et pour la première fois, le salon nautique Grand Pavois La Rochelle, qui se tiendra du 20 au 25 septembre prochain, soutient la mission d’intérêt général portée par Plantons pour l’Avenir et s’engage à participer au financement d’un projet concret de reboisement en zone dunaire.
GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE 2023 TOUT CE QU’IL FAUT SAVOIR SUR LE SALON…
Le rendez-vous économique incontournable et le salon référence de tous les passionnés.
DATES OF THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE
FROM THUESDAY 1 TO SUNDAY 6 OCTOBER
A LIMITED EDITION WATCH BY B.R.M CHRONOGRAPHES, OFFICIAL TIMEKEEPER PARTNER OF THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE
B.R.M Chronographes, Official Timekeeper of Grand Pavois Organisation events in 2023.
73,000 VISITORS AT THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE 2022
73,000 VISITORS AT THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE 2022
« Sustainable Innovation » with EDF
The Grand Pavois La Rochelle is focusing on the theme of « Sustainable Innovation » with EDF.
ETF SERIES 2022: THE “GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE FOILING EVENT »
An event within an event organised by La Rochelle Nautique and the ETF Series.
QUATRE BATEAUX EMBLÉMATIQUES DE LA PLAISANCE FRANÇAISE, NÉS DE QUATRE FONDATEURS DU GRAND PAVOIS !
Quatre bateaux emblématiques de la plaisance française créés par quatre des membres fondateurs du Grand Pavois La Rochelle seront exposés au cœur de l’Espace Patrimoine et Tradition du salon.
« 40 ans, 40 histoires… » un vrai voyage dans le temps plein d’anecdotes
Découvrez ou re découvrez le Hors-Série Sud-Ouest réalisé en 2012 lors de la célébration des 40 ans du Grand Pavois La Rochelle.
GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE PRACTICAL GUIDE: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW!
You’re looking for practical information to help you get the most out of the show? Follow the guide
UN ESPACE PECHE DÉDIÉ ET UNE MARINA GRAND PAVOIS FISHING AVEC 27 ÉQUIPAGES DE MARQUE INSCRITS À CE JOUR
UNIQUE : TESTER LES NOUVEAUTÉS EN MER ET SUIVRE DES FORMATIONS EMBARQUÉES !
GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE 2022, ENCOURAGING THE PARTICIPATION OF ALL WITH THE HANDI CAP’ACCESS CENTRE
The Handi Cap’Access Centre will celebrate its 12th edition this year at the Grand Pavois La Rochelle.
A 50TH ANNIVERSARY FOR THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE WITH MANY INNOVATIONS!
The event for the coming year’s innovations
THE RETURN OF THE PYRO-DIGITAL SHOW VOILES DE NUIT
Now a world reference in the field of pyro-digital shows, Voiles de Nuit, organised by the association Grand Pavois Organisation, will be held on the fore-port of La Rochelle on Saturday 1 October 2022.
50TH EDITION OF THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE!
A look back at the history: on 6 April 1973, the Grand Pavois de La Rochelle association appeared in the columns of the Journal Officiel No.82 of the French Republic. It was now official, the association was recognised by the State.
80,000 VISITORS AT THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE 2021
2021 will remain forever engraved in the memory of Grand Pavois Organisation!
After being cancelled in 2020 due to the global pandemic and the introduction of the health pass in 2021, the Grand Pavois La Rochelle believed it would potentially see a 20 to 30% drop in visitor numbers for this edition organised in the unusual context of a health crisis. However, this year’s event contradicts and counters all forecasts since 80,000 visitors (editor’s note, 79,916 visitors) were present on the pontoons and alleys of the international in-water boat show, namely a 5% increase in relation to the previous edition in 2019.
DES TEMPS FORTS POUR TOUTES LES PASSIONS !
Invité d’honneur, bateaux de courses, bateaux événementiels, innovations, job dating, foils …
NIKOS ALIAGAS AT THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE TO SHARE MEMORIES THROUGH HIS PHOTOGRAPHS INSPIRED BY « GREECE AND THE SEA »
Greece, guest of honor at the Grand Pavois La Rochelle 2021, will be presenting the exhibition « Greece and the Sea » by Nikos Aliagas.
10 UNMISSABLE EVENTS AT THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE 2021.
Discover ten unmissable events from this year’s edition!
OLIVIA PIANA, THREE TIMES SUP WORLD CHAMPION, PATRON OF THE APRIL MARINE PADDLE JAM, THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE’S PADDLE GATHERING
JOIN US ON SATURDAY 2 OCTOBER 2021 FOR A UNIQUE SUP GATHERING!
THE GRAND PAVOIS ORGANISATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS CONFIRMS THAT THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE 2021 WILL TAKE PLACE.
Following the Board Meeting on Wednesday 25 August, the Grand Pavois Organisation Board of Directors confirmed that the international in-water boat show, the Grand Pavois La Rochelle 2021 will be held.
THE « HANDI CAP’ACCES » POLE FAVOURS PARTICIPATION BY ALL.
The « Handi Cap’Acces » Pole will celebrate its 11th edition this year at the Grand Pavois La Rochelle.
AN ECO-RESPONSIBLE APPROACH FOR ALL
The Grand Pavois La Rochelle adheres to the Charter for eco-responsible events in La Rochelle.
THE APRIL MARINE PADDLE JAM, THE GRAND PAVOIS’ SUP GATHERING.
Join us on Saturday 2 Octobre 2021 for a unique SUP gathering.
« A SHOW AS MUCH AWAITED BY WATER SPORT PROFEESSIONALS AS BY OUR ENTHUSIASTIC VISITORS »
MAKE A NOTE OF THE DATES FOR THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE FROM TUESDAY 28 SEPTEMBER TO SUNDAY 3 OCTOBER 2021
A COMPLETELY FOIL AND PADDLE YEAR!
Three Foil highlights will be on the programme at the Grand Pavois. An exceptional edition that will clearly be placed under the sign of Foil since three national level events will be on the programme on the weekend of the Atlantic show.
GREECE, THE GUEST COUNTRY OF HONOUR AT THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE 2021
A leading tourist destination, Greece is renowned for its stunning mountain landscapes, its natural wonders, its infinite coastline and its large and small islands, famous around the world for their unequalled beauty.
« SUSTAINABLE SAILING AND THE PORT OF THE FUTURE WITH EDF » AT THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE.
The Grand Pavois La Rochelle is focusing on the theme of « Sustainable Sailing and the Port of the future with EDF”.
YANNICK BESTAVEN,PATRON OF THE GRAND PAVOIS LA ROCHELLE 2021
Yannick Bestaven, the magnificent winner of the 2020/21 Vendée Globe on Maître CoQ IV, will be the patron of the 40th edition of the Grand Pavois La Rochelle.
CRÉATION DE LA GRAND PAVOIS ACADÉMIE.
Avec trois premiers webinars accessibles à tous pour préparer votre retour sur l’eau.