As the official timekeeper of the 13th edition of the legendary Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe race, Alpina pays tribute to the spirit of transatlantic navigation with the launch of two highly limited special series. Setting sail from Saint-Malo to Pointe-à-Pitre to break the historical record of the event, the Swiss watchmaker presents the new Alpiner Extreme Solarmetre and Seastrong Diver Extreme Automatic—two timepieces engineered to withstand the most extreme conditions on the open seas.
Alpiner Extreme Solarmetre X Route du Rhum: Limitless Solar Power
The Alpiner Extreme Solarmetre (Ref. AL-140BT3AE6) embodies boundless endurance by combining the sailor’s three core elements: water, wind, and sun. Its engine is the innovative AL-140 solar quartz caliber—jointly developed by La Joux-Perret and Alpina—which harnesses a translucent dial to capture natural or artificial light and recharge its battery. Thanks to this technology, the watch offers an autonomy of up to 10 months in total darkness and requires just a few seconds of exposure to spring back to life.
Presented in a versatile 37.50 x 38.90 mm brushed and polished stainless steel case featuring a carbon fiber bezel insert, this model features a matte black solar dial with a triangular design, a turquoise outer ring, and high-visibility luminescent details. It is limited to 513 pieces with a recommended retail price of 1,095 €.
Alpina Seastrong Diver Extreme Automatic X Route du Rhum: Nautical DNA and Depth
Meanwhile, the Seastrong Diver Extreme Automatic (Ref. AL-525T3VE6) pays direct tribute to the brand’s first-ever dive watch created in the 1960s. Its most striking feature is a captivating turquoise dial engraved with a motif evoking the Atlantic Ocean currents.
Tailored for nautical sporting challenges, this timepiece integrates a 39 x 40.50 mm steel case, a bidirectional bezel graduated with a compass and the four cardinal points, and an enhanced water resistance of up to 30 bar (300 meters). Beating inside is the automatic AL-525 caliber (Sellita base) delivering a 38-hour power reserve. As an exclusive nod to the race, the number “13” on the date window is highlighted in red, and the case back features an engraving of the official route map from Saint-Malo to the Caribbean. Limited to 313 pieces, its price is set at 2,195 €.
⛵ Route du Rhum 2026
Supporting Skipper Eric Péron
In addition to serving as official timekeeper for the 13th edition of the race setting sail on November 1st, Alpina actively supports French sailor Eric Péron in his quest to break the absolute record of the transatlantic challenge.
Technical Specifications: Alpina Route du Rhum Editions
| Specification | Alpiner Extreme Solarmetre | Seastrong Diver Extreme Automatic |
|---|---|---|
| Reference | AL-140BT3AE6 | AL-525T3VE6 |
| Limited Edition | 513 pieces | 313 pieces |
| Case / Dimensions | Brushed & polished steel, carbon bezel / 37.50 x 38.90 mm | Steel, bidirectional compass bezel / 39 x 40.50 mm |
| Crystal & Case Back | Anti-reflective sapphire; screwed back with race motif | Anti-reflective sapphire; case back engraved with route map |
| Dial | Matte black solar with triangular design and turquoise accents | Turquoise with Atlantic current engraving; date with “13” in red |
| Movement | AL-140 solar quartz caliber (La Joux-Perret) | AL-525 automatic caliber (24 jewels, 4 Hz, 38h power reserve) |
| Water Resistance | 10 bar / 100 meters | 30 bar / 300 meters |
| Strap | Black rubber with steel pin buckle | Bicolor textured rubber with Cordura effect (black & turquoise) |
| Retail Price (RRP) | 1,095 € | 2,195 € |
