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

Bremerhaven (DE) - Lekeitio (ES)

19 August - 01 September 2019

13 days, Atyla

From € 1095,-

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early bird price: € 1095,-
normal price: € 1290,-

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Atyla:
Bremerhaven (DE) - Lekeitio (ES)

19 August - 01 September 2019

From Germany to Spain. This unique journey will take you out on the North Sea, through the English Channel and across the Bay of Biscay towards north Spain. Spending close to 2 weeks on board, you will have the chance to get fully immersed in life on a Tall Ship. get in the rhythm of sea watches, learn to set and trim the sails, steer and navigate, and follow an educational programme on board.This journey ends in Lekeitio, the place where Atyla was constructed exactly 35 years before. You will spend the last days getting to know the area, meeting people who were involved in building the ship and enjoying the time with your new sailing friends. Open to all Windseekers, minumum age 15 years. The early bird discount available for the first 6 bookings – contact us to confirm availability.

Ports

Bremerhaven is one of the most important German ports, playing a crucial role in Germany's trade. The town was founded in 1827, but settlements in the vicinity were settled as early as the 12th century. The main attractions for tourists are found at the Havenwelten and include the German Emigration Center and the German Maritime Museum, featuring the Hansekogge, a vintage cog dating from 1380, excavated in Bremen in 1962, and the historical harbour with a number of museum ships.

  • Bremerhaven (DE)

Key points

  • Dates: 19 August 2019 - 1 September 2019
  • Embarkation: 11:00 / Disembarkation: 11:00
  • For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 15 years
  • Windseekers joining: maximum 16
  • No sailing experience required!
  • Official language on board: English
  • Price includes: official Atyla T-shirt, 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
  • "Working in a team is a skill I really improved on board during the watches."

    Phillip (24), France

You sail on the Atyla

Atyla
Shipping type: Schooner
Homeport: Bilbao (ES)
Date built: 1980-1984
Trainees: 15
Length: 31.3m
Height of mast: 25 m
Sail: 400m2

The Atyla is a true Spanish ship! She boasts the magnificent-looking, hand carved wooden elements, with the great entourage. To relax, enjoy the leather seating in the saloon where you can listen to the crew's stories from far-away seas. In …

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Windseeker logs

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