America's Cup World Series: Venice Italy - May 15-20 2012 - Race Area

America's Cup World Series Venice: Race Areas

America's Cup World Series Venice: Venice Main Page | Race Results and Standings | Regatta Schedule | Race Area

Approximate boundaries during racing. Courses are intended to be set within these limits. The Sunday May 13 City of Venice race will begin in Area 1 and proceed to Area 2, roughly following the dark blue line above and finishing in front of piazza San Marco. Image: NOAA/NGA

Bacino San Marco Race Area (Course 2). Not for Navigational purposes. Image: NOAA/NGA

Approximate Race Area for ACWS Venice, Italy.

Courses:
Course 1 is the "Outside Course" in open water along Lido Island. Course 2 is inside the Venice lagoon, in the Bacino San Marco. Course selection is according to the Venice ACWS schedule.

Mapping application with Bathymetric charts and other information: silvenezia.it
Nautical Chart: NOAA/NGA 54166

The Principal Race Officer (PRO) will set the marks for the day's course depending on wind conditions and other factors. Best viewing locations will vary with the race courses and wind directions.

On the Water:
The race area will be patrolled to keep non-privileged traffic from interfering with the racing.

Where to Watch the Racing:

America's Cup YouTube Channel

Read more about ACWS TV/Online Broadcasts

Animated Virtual Coverage: VirtualEye

Also: Live Webcam

Schedule:
See ACWS Venice Schedule and Format

Additional Links and Info:

Visit Official America's Cup website