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

Sunderland (GB) - Esbjerg (DK)

13 July - 20 July 2018

7 days, Atyla

From € 840,-

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Tall Ships Races Sail Training

15+: € 840,-

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Atyla:
Sunderland (GB) - Esbjerg (DK)

13 July - 20 July 2018

* FULLY BOOKED * Tall Ships Races 2018: Race 1. Your journey will start in the UK, you will sail out of Sunderland among other Ships in a Parade of Sail. Then you will set the course east, for an exciting race to Denmark. If you’re the kind of person that feels thrilled about the idea of “not seeing any land for several days” then this is your kind of trip! Esbjerg will welcome you with a sailing festival and you will get to meet your peers from dozens of other vessels. On board you participate in the daily working of the ship alongside professional seamen, standing lookout, manning the helm, helping in the galley and enjoying the sailor’s life. Open for all Windseekers, minimum age 15 years. Sail as a passenger for EUR 1,680.

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: 19:00 / Disembarkation: 11:00
  • For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 15 years
  • Windseekers joining: maximum 18
  • No sailing experience required!
  • Official language on board: English and Spanish
  • 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

  • "What an incredible thing to be a part of! So many people from so many backgrounds being brought together by a shared experience and bonded like no other experience could."

    Cody (23), Australia

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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    Windseeker, 23 February 2023

    – by Anna Gudarowska

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  • Exploring Coastal Waters

    Morgenster Exchange@sea, July 2019

    Norway

    – by Trainees and Mentors

    We present to you: the logbook for the Youth Exchange ‘Exploring Coastal Waters’. This is a written account by participants and mentors Sija & Meri, who were in charge of this matter. It tells the story of our time on …

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