Sunderland (GB) - Esbjerg (DK)

13 July - 20 July 2018

7 days, Helena

From € 625,-

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Tall Ships Races Sail Training

15-25: € 625,-
25+: € 625,-

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13 July - 20 July 2018

Tall Ships Races 2018 – Race 1. Sail the Finnish schooner Helena from English Sunderland to Esbjerg in Denmark. Take part in activities in ports and race the other vessels across the North Sea. Enjoy sailing with your peers and learn what the life looks like at sea. Languages on board: English and Swedish. To be able to take part you need to be between the age of 15 to 25. Places age 25+ at request.

Programme Outline

Ports

Sunderland is a coastal city in North East England, aging back to the 7th century. Whether you’re a nature or a culture lover, you will surely find a bunch of nice activities to do! For instance, have a lovely day out with fish&chips for lunch at the Roker & Seaburn Beaches or take a relaxing walk in Herrington Country Park. Also, go on a trip to the picturesque Penshaw Monument. Discover the Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens.

Esbjerg is a beautiful coastal city in the South-West of Denmark, with the second biggest harbour in Denmark – a lively place full of fishing and shipping activities. You can observe the town’s maritime history in its attractions: from the Fisheries- and Maritime Museum, Esbjerg Skibet statue to the Men at Sea monument, everything brings you back to the sea. Visit also the Ribe Vikinge Center, a fun outdoor museum where you will meet the Vikings themselves!

Sunderland (GB)
Esbjerg (DK)

Key points

Dates: 13 July 2018 - 20 July 2018
Embarkation: 17:00 / Disembarkation: 10:00
For Windseekers age 15-25 years
Windseekers joining: maximum 24
No sailing experience required!
Official language on board: English and Swedish
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
Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
Need to take with you on board: sleeping bags and towels
French Windseekers need to become member of Les Amis des Grands Voiliers

"Pushed me out of my comfort zone, got to meet people I'd never get to meet and made lifelong friends."

Jeremy (23)

You sail on the Helena

Shipping type: Schooner

Homeport: Turku (FI)

Date built: 1992

Trainees: 24

Length: 40 m

Height of mast: 34 m

Sail: max 580 m2

The schooner "Helena" has proved herself to be a fast and seaworthy sailing boat by virtue of her stylish construction and rigging. She is a prime example of the high standards in the Finnish art of boatbuilding. This flag ship …

Stargazing at Starpoint

Tecla, September 2014

– by Captain Gijs

Finally, after two and a half days of motor sailing, we are able to carry on under sail alone. A bit later than expected, but still very welcome, the ESE-ly winds have filled our sails again. Progress has been good …
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We embraced the square sails

– by

Climbing the mast was an experience. We got to know the boat from a different perspective. There was a lot of wind in the mast for example. We all stepped a bit our of our comfort zones. We also learned …
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Sunderland (GB) - Esbjerg (DK)