A Race Against Time | Alpina x Route du Rhum 2026 – Episode 2

One race against time. As the Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe 2026 draws closer, the pressure intensifies on both sides of the adventure. In Geneva, Alpina’s teams face the challenge of developing two limited-edition timepieces under tight deadlines. From technical decisions and material selection to rigorous testing, every detail matters in ensuring precision, reliability and performance. Meanwhile, in Brest, French skipper Éric Péron focuses on preparing his boat for one of offshore sailing’s most demanding challenges. From bringing the boat back to France to making the final adjustments, every step brings him closer to the starting line. In this second episode, discover how two worlds driven by the same determination overcome technical challenges, demanding conditions and the constant pressure of time. As Official Timekeeper of the 13th Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe, Alpina will time the solo transatlantic race from Saint-Malo to Pointe-à-Pitre and supports Éric Péron on his journey. The adventure also gives rise to two limited editions: the Seastrong Diver Extreme Automatic “Route du Rhum”, limited to 313 pieces, and the Alpiner Extreme Solarmetre “Route du Rhum”, limited to 513 pieces. Every detail counts. Every second matters. Discover more at alpinawatches.com #AlpinaWatches #RouteDuRhum #EricPeron