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Den Helder (NL) - Halmstad (SE)

24 June - 02 July 2017

8 days, Morgenster

From € 880,-

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25+: € 880,-

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Morgenster:
Den Helder (NL) - Halmstad (SE)

24 June - 02 July 2017

– Places at request via aleida@windseeker.org – Sail with the Morgenster from (Sail) den Helder to (Sail) Halmstad and cross the NorthSea. You will board the vessel in (Sail) Den Helder at the 24th and the 25th the ship will leave in the morning for the Parade of Sail out with all other vessels from all over the world! Working with the ropes and sails, learning about navigation, keeping the ship shipshape, steer the wheel onwards to Halmstad! For trainees who like to get the challenge of climbing the masts: that will be possible! The professional and permanent crew will teach you how to do. Age 15-25 years. Extra info for Dutch trainees age 15-25 years, please contact info@windseeker.org or see the other voyage with Dutch text.

Ports

Den Helder is a beautiful town in the Netherlands, situated at the very tip of the North Holland province. Visit the Marinemuseum to learn more about the country's marine traditions, take a walk in the botanical gardens Oranjerie De Groene Parel Den Helder or admire sealife in the Fort Kijkduin Museum and Aquarium.

Halmstad is situated on the Swedish west coast, along the Nissan River. The city is famous for its fortress, built by the Danish King Christian IV at the end of the 16th century. A walk around town will reveal much of the city’s rich history and culture, and the cobbled streets in the city centre are dotted with cafes and pubs. Outdoors there’s plenty to do as well, with the nearby Mollegard Nature Reserve well worth a visit. Halmstad offers plenty to soothe your adventure jitters.

  • Den Helder (NL)

  • Halmstad (SE)

Key points

  • Dates: 24 June 2017 - 2 July 2017
  • Embarkation: 17:00 / Disembarkation: 10:00
  • For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 15 years
  • Windseekers joining: maximum of 35
  • No sailing experience required!
  • Official language on board: English and Dutch
  • Price includes: accommodation and meals, excludes drinks at the bar
  • Price excludes transportation costs to-and from the ports. Our travel counsellor can advise you and book your transfers
  • One-off registration fee €25
  • Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
  • Need to take with you on board: sleeping bags and towels
  • Contact your fellow-Windseekers via Windseeker facebook
  • You will sleep in a hammock/bunk/cabin
  • "I became much more confident and explored my limits."

    Aron (18)

You sail on the Morgenster

Shipping type: Brig
Homeport: Den Helder (NL)
Date built: 1919
Trainees: 35
Length: 48 m
Height of mast: 29 m
Sail: 600 m2

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