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Join a sailing adventure on a Tall Ship and set course for new horizons!

Aalborg (DK) - Bergen (NO) - Harlingen (NL)

05 July - 09 August 2019

35 days, Eendracht

From € 2757,5

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Tall Ships Races Sail Training

15-25: € 2757,5

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Eendracht:
Aalborg (DK) - Bergen (NO) - Harlingen (NL)

05 July - 09 August 2019

The Full Tall Ships Races 2019 Experience. Join the Eendracht for a month of sailing, racing and events! During your time on board you will compete in two races and enjoy a Cruise in Company leg. Afterwords you will sail the Eendracht on to Harlingen in the north of Netherlands. This is certainly enough time for you to get your sea legs! Participate in harbour events in Fredrikstad, Bergen and Aarhus, meet many people of different nationalities and enjoy the Sail Training activities. Stand behind the steering wheel of the Eendracht, trim the sails so you can go as fast as possible, stand on lookout for other vessels and learn to navigate the sea charts. This special combination journey is available only for Windseekers aged 15-25.

Programme Outline

Once again in 2019 the Tall Ships from all over the world will come together to compete in the 63rd annual Tall Ships Races. Join Race 1 from Aalborg to Fredrikstad. After spending a few days in port, enjoying the unique atmosphere of a maritime festival, you will embark on a Cruise in Company to Bergen - a more relaxed leg, during which you will be able to admire the famous Norwegian coastline. From Bergen you will once again race the other Tall Ships, this time to Aarhus.

In different ports you will be able to enjoy the Crew Parades, exclusive Crew Parties, award ceremonies, games, competitions, concerts and the Parades of Sail. And in between the ports it's all about sailing: either reaching the finish line first during races, or discovering new places during Cruise in Company. Under the watchful eye of professional crew members you will be responsible for sailing the Ship - but no worries, there will be plenty of time to relax and enjoy the journey as well!

Ports

Aalborg has shared a special connection with The Tall Ships Races since first hosting the event in 1999. Located on the Limfjord, the city was founded by Vikings over a thousand years ago and still proudly showcases its historic roots. Today, Aalborg is a modern, vibrant city with a rich cultural scene – home to theatres, a symphony orchestra, museums, and performance venues. It’s the perfect place to relax and reflect after an unforgettable sailing adventure.

Bergen is the gateway to the Fjords of Norway and a well-established cruise port. It’s an international city packed with history and tradition, a big city with small-town charm and atmosphere. Stroll around old streets and alleyways, and mingle with the crowds at the Fish Market. Saunter along the listed wooden buildings at Bryggen to the old fortress at Bergenhus, or call in at one of Bergen’s museums and galleries. The panoramic views of the city, the fjord and the ocean are breathtaking.

Harlingen is a historic trade and fishing port in Friesland, the Netherlands, with roots going back over a thousand years. Its charming old town features well-preserved streets and buildings, perfect for exploring on foot. Despite its small size, Harlingen has a lively atmosphere and was a proud port of call for the Tall Ships Races in 2022. With its gezellig pubs and welcoming vibe, Harlingen is an ideal stopover for any traveler.

  • Aalborg (DK)

  • Harlingen (NL)

Key points

  • Dates: 5 July 2019 - 9 August 2019
  • Embarkation: 16:00 / Disembarkation: 12:00
  • For Windseekers age 15-25 years
  • Windseekers joining: maximum 36
  • 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
  • Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
  • Need to take with you on board: towels
  • French Windseekers need to become member of Les Amis des Grands Voiliers

  • "A thrilling journey full of breath-taking moments which have taught me that live should always be lived at its fullest."

    Jorge (18), Spain

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Shipping type: Three-masted Schooner
Homeport: Rotterdam (NL)
Date built: 1989
Trainees: 39
Length: 58,1m
Height of mast: 44,7m
Sail: 1033 m2

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