Specifications

  • Homeport: La Spezia, Italy
  • Rig: Full-Rigged Ship
  • Sparred Length: 330
  • Draft: 23.5
  • Beam: 50.75
  • Rig Height: 177.2
  • Sail Area: 28,360
  • Tons: 3410
  • Hull: Steel

Story

The pride of the Italian Navy, Amerigo Vespucci conjures up memories of men-of-war from two centuries ago. Riding high in the water, with triple decks indicated by painted stripes, Amerigo Vespucci is a gracious 20th-century goodwill ambassador, as well as a symbol of Italy’s global maritime heritage and tradition. Named for the great explorer and cartographer of the 17th century, this elegant, full-rigged ship is a grand visitor to many ceremonial parades of sail. Since her launch, Amerigo Vespucci has been used to train junior officers of the Italian Navy.

Facts

  • Who Sails: National Navy/Coast Guard/Military
  • Program Type: Sail Training
  • Normal Cruising Waters:
    • Winter: Worldwide
    • Summer: Worldwide
  • Sailing Season: Year-round
  • Year Launched: 1931
  • Number of Crew: 450