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

Antwerp (BE) - Stavanger (NO)

13 July - 24 July 2026

11 days, Swan

From € 1295,-

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Tall Ships Races Sail Training

15-25: € 1295,-

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Swan:
Antwerp (BE) - Stavanger (NO)

13 July - 24 July 2026

*Places at request.* The Tall Ships Races 2026: Race 2. Sail from Belgium to Norway in a race against an international fleet of tall ships. Step on board the Swan in Antwerp and leave in a Parade of Sail the next morning, joining the watch system to sail the ship day and night across the North Sea. Learn to work with sails, steer, navigate, keep lookout and analyse the weather. Make new friends, learn some shanties, and enjoy spending time on the open sea, away from phone reception and the noises of land. Make your way to Stavanger with two days left, in order to spend them at the event. Explore the city, join the Crew Parade, award ceremony, and the crew party. Visit other ships and compare your sea stories with international trainees. Make memories of a lifetime!
Open to young Windseekers aged 15-25.

The Tall Ships Races 2026

Each year, a diverse fleet of tall ships, small ships, and yachts come together to champion Sail Training and build international friendships among young people. To ensure youth participation, at least half of the crew must be between 15 and 25 years old. The vessels take part in thrilling races and Cruise in Company legs, sailing between host ports and immersing themselves in lively harbour festivals along the way.

Every journey begins with a joyful sail-out in a stunning Parade of Sail, leading into several days at sea before concluding with two exciting days in the destination port. Here, trainees take part in a variety of events, from the Crew Parade and award ceremonies to the Crew Party, games, and competitions. Are you ready to set sail on this unforgettable adventure?

Ports

Antwerp is a beauitful Belgian city on the River Scheldt, connected to the North Sea via the Westerschelde estuary. With deep maritime roots, it’s home to one of the world’s largest ports. Arriving by train? You’ll be welcomed by the stunning Antwerpen-Centraal station. Art enthusiasts will enjoy the Rubens House and the contemporary Museum aan de Stroom, while Chocolate Nation, the world’s largest Belgian chocolate museum, offers a delicious experience for just about everyone.

Stavanger is a vibrant modern port with a charming historic district. Its picturesque old harbour offers a lively atmosphere right in the heart of the city. Stavanger boasts a rich cultural scene and is the perfect gateway to some of Norway’s most stunning natural landscapes. Don’t forget your hiking boots – the surrounding mountains promise unforgettable views. Discover the dramatic Lysefjord, hike to the famous Preikestolen and Kjerag cliffs, or unwind on the sandy beaches of Jæren.

  • Antwerp (BE)

  • Stavanger (NO)

Key points

  • Dates: 13 July 2026 - 24 July 2026
  • Embarkation: 17:00 / Disembarkation: 10:00
  • For Windseekers 15-25 years, age 26-28 at request
  • Windseekers joining: maximum of 35
  • 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: sleeping bags and towels

  • "You have to try it! You will get to know a side of you that you didn’t think you had. I learned a lot, and I became more independent after this trip!"

    Amalie (20)

You sail on the Swan

Shipping type: ketch
Homeport: Lerwick, Scotland
Date built: 1900
Trainees: 10
Length: 20 m
Height of mast: 14 m
Sail: 201 m2

Built in Lerwick, Shetland, in 1900, the Swan was a Fifie herring drifter and part of Shetland’s once-vast herring fleet. An engine was added in 1935, extending its working life through decades of fishing for herring and white fish. After leaving …

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Windseeker logs

  • This is Where I Belong

    Oosterschelde, 2013

    Sailing from Maurituis to Australia

    – by Hannah Hurford

    When I found out that you could still sail traditional ships I remember thinking: a) this is probably a joke, and b) why have I not done it yet? I had experience sailing on yachts and dinghies but with an interest in naval …

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  • Statsraad Lehmkul

    The Best Two Weeks of my Life!

    Statsraad Lehmkuhl, July 2016

    Antwerp - Lisbon

    – by Windseeker Manon

    The moment right before I began my sailing adventure I had a lot of fears and doubts. I have saved money for so long and I have worked really hard for it. What if I did not like the meals? …

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