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Harlingen (NL) - Rotterdam (NL)

09 August - 11 August 2019

2 days, Eendracht

From € 147,5

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15-25: € 147,5
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Eendracht:
Harlingen (NL) - Rotterdam (NL)

09 August - 11 August 2019

Weekend microadventure on board. For this short voyage you don’t even need to take any holidays from work! Join the Eendracht’s crew on Friday evening in Harlingen for a weekend sail back to the Ship’s homeport in Rotterdam. You will spend two days and nights participating in the watch system, together with the professional crew sailing the Eendracht along the coast of the Netherlands. This short trip is a perfect taster for anyone who can’t decide whether sailing is for them. It’s also a great adventure for any sailors who can’t find the time for a longer journey but want to enjoy sailing even for a short time. Open for all Windseekers, minimum age 15 years.

Ports

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.

Rotterdam is the largest port of Europe, and a modern, bustling town. Much of the historic city centre was destroyed during World War II, but extensive rebuilding resulted in a modern, multicultural city with many architectural highlights. Rotterdam has excellent cultural facilities and a diverse nightlife; during the summer the city hosts a large number of events. Discover the city by bicycle or on foot – or take a train to the nearby Hague.

  • Harlingen (NL)

  • Rotterdam (NL)

Key points

  • Dates: 9 August 2019 - 11 August 2019
  • Embarkation: 20:00 / Disembarkation: 16:00
  • For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 15 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
  • One-off registration fee €25
  • Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
  • Need to take with you on board: towels

  • "I have met new people, been up in the mast, seen indescribable sunsets and laughed a lot. Learning how to sail a ship has been the coolest thing I have done so far and I have confidence in what I do now."

    Annette (18), Denmark

You sail on the Eendracht

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

Adventure, action and fun await on board of the largest three masted-schooner of the Netherlands! The Eendracht's focus is especially on youngsters, but anybody is welcome to sail along. Whatever you choose, you're always contributing to a good cause. The …

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Windseeker logs

  • You are here and now

    Morgenster, July 2018

    Esbjerg-Sunderland-Esbjerg

    – by Elin Giese, Sweden, 2nd time Trainee

    Being a trainee on board a tall ship is an experience you can’t compare with everyday life. This is my short article about how it is to sail with the Morgenster before and during the Tall Ships Races.    

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  • With 8.3 knots, we flew over the water

    – by

    We had perfect learning opportunities throughout the day since we had good winds with almost no waves, and the perfect weather to practice! We had a couple of tackings during the day so we learned quickly. Around 16.00 hours we …

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Photos

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  • Sørlandet
  • Sørlandet

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