The  Peruvian Navy sailing training ship, B.A.P. Unión, is making a special stop in Vigo from September 14 to 17 as part of its 2025 International Training Voyage (VIEX 2025). This tall ship is touring several continents, promoting naval education, cultural exchange, tourism, and maritime diplomacy.

History

The B.A.P. Unión was designed by CYPSA, a Galician naval engineering firm based in Vigo, and built at the SIMA shipyards in Callao, Peru, between 2012 and 2015.

It is a four-masted barque-type sailing vessel, approximately 115.7 meters long and 13.5 meters wide.

The ship carries 34 sails covering a surface of 3,402 square meters, and can reach speeds of up to 12 knots under sail.

In addition to training cadets from Peru’s Naval Academy, the ship also serves as a floating embassy, showcasing Peruvian culture and products and facilitating diplomatic engagement abroad. Aboard the ship are 227 sailors, including 71 cadets who are currently in their third year at the Peruvian Naval Academy.

Vigo Visit

Sunday, September 14 to Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Free of charge

Day Visiting Hours
Sunday 14 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Monday 15 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tuesday 16 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 17 From 9:00 AM until departure .

Admission is completely free during the ship's stay in Vigo.

Inside the ship, visitors will find the "Casa Perú" cultural space, showcasing Peruvian crafts, textiles, gastronomy, and other products. Some items will be available for purchase.

Events and Cultural Activities

The "Casa Perú" exhibition on board will feature traditional products, tastings, and cultural displays.

On Sunday, September 14, there will be Peruvian folk dance performances on the dock at 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

A tribute ceremony will be held at the O Berbés dock honoring missing Peruvian and Spanish fishermen, including those lost in the Villa de Pitanxo tragedy.