03 July - 12 July 2017
9 days, Santa Maria Manuela
From € 900,-
Book this journeyTall Ships Races Sail Training
15+: € 900,-
Book this journey03 July - 12 July 2017
Tall Ships Races – Race 1. Join Santa Maria Manuela for the 61st edition of Tall Ships Races, Race 1 from Sweden to Finland. Board the Ship in Halmstad where a festival will open the Races, with many trainees from different nations enjoying the celebrations. Then set course for Kotka in a race against other Tall Ships, Small Ships and Yachts, before reaching the final port, where you can expect more festivities. Prenight and 2 afternights possible, 60 EUR p.p. (B&B) Places at request – contact Windseeker at info@windseeker.org
Halmstad is situated on the Swedish west coast, along the Nissan River. The city is famous for its fortress, built by the Danish King Christian IV at the end of the 16th century. A walk around town will reveal much of the city’s rich history and culture, and the cobbled streets in the city centre are dotted with cafes and pubs. Outdoors there’s plenty to do as well, with the nearby Mollegard Nature Reserve well worth a visit. Halmstad offers plenty to soothe your adventure jitters.
Kotka is located in the gulf of Finland and is a major Finnish port on the Baltic Sea. You can experience its long maritime traditions by visiting the Maritime Centre Vellamo with the world's oldest ice-breaker, and if you have more time, stop by the aquarium with a big exhibition of local, baltic sealife - maybe you will even get to see the feeding done by a diver! Climbe the Haukkavuori tower for a view of the town and seaside and take a refreshing stroll through the Sapokka Water Park.
Halmstad (SE)
Kotka (FI)
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