three-masted topsail schooner — one of the first ships confirmed for the Armada de Rouen 2027.
A Portuguese three-masted topsail schooner that evokes the great age of Iberian exploration. The Vera Cruz brings a touch of Portugal's seafaring history to the Armada.
The topsail rig and the Portuguese maritime heritage on display.
Like the rest of the fleet, Vera Cruz will be moored along the Rouen quays from 17–27 June 2027, and boarding is free. Go early in the day to climb aboard before the queues build — the most famous ships draw crowds by mid-morning. See the full fleet and the programme.
We'll email the complete 2027 ship list and boarding schedule the moment the organisers publish them.