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

Bergen (NO) - Aarhus (DK)

22 July - 04 August 2019

13 days,

From € 750,-

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Tall Ships Races Sail Training

15-25: € 750,-
25+: € 1500,-

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Bergen (NO) - Aarhus (DK)

22 July - 04 August 2019

Tall Ships Races 2019: Race 2. Board Grossherzogin Elisabeth (or, as she is affectionately called: Lissi) in Bergen during a maritime festival. Leave the harbour in a spectacular Parade of Sail before embraking on a race to Danish Aarhus. Set the sails, navigate, steer a 64-meter Tall Ship and work together with your fellow trainees and crew, day and night, to win the race! After the exciting passage expect a great celebration in Aarhus. Step on land, meet trainees from other vessels, compete in crew games and swap sailing stories! Open to Windseekers aged 15 and older.

Programme Outline

Once again in 2019 the Tall Ships from all over the world will come together to compete in the 63rd annual Tall Ships Races. Race 2 will bring you across the North Sea, from Norway to Denmark. Prepare to leave the city of Bergen in a spectacular Parade of Sail, before embarking on an exciting race. After a few days on the open sea you will reach Aarhus where you will join your fellow trainees from other Ships in Crew Parade, Crew Party, friendly competitions and visiting other vessels.

As a Windseeker you will be a trainee on board of Lissi. Under the watchful eye of professional crew members you will be responsible for sailing the Ship from setting and trimming the sails, through looking out for other vessels, to navigating and steering. You will have day and night watches, and also some time to relax and enjoy the journey!

Ports

Bergen is the gateway to the Fjords of Norway and a well-established cruise port. It's an international city packed with history and tradition, a big city with small-town charm and atmosphere. Stroll around old streets and alleyways, and mingle with the crowds at the Fish Market. Saunter along the listed wooden buildings at Bryggen to the old fortress at Bergenhus, or call in at one of Bergen’s museums and galleries. The panoramic views of the city, the fjord and the ocean are breathtaking.

Aarhus is a port on the northeast coast of Jutland, Denmark. One of its main attractions is the open air museum Den Gamle By, where historical buildings from all over Denmark have been relocated. But the 13th century cathedral is also well worth a visit. Aarhus is a relaxed place with enough to see and do, and its city centre is a favourite with Tall Ship crews who visit the city regularly. West of the city you’ll find lakes and forests, perfect for a hike.

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  • Aarhus (DK)

Key points

  • Dates: 22 July 2019 - 4 August 2019
  • Embarkation: 20:00 / Disembarkation: 10:00
  • For Windseekers age 16-25 years
  • Windseekers joining: maximum 35
  • No sailing experience required!
  • Official language on board: English and German
  • 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

  • "It is an experience of a lifetime. It feels like escaping from the real world and coming into a world of adventure."

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