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Ouistreham (FR) - Le Havre (FR)

29 June - 04 July 2025

5 days, Morgenster

From € 700,-

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p.p. in 2-person cabin: € 800,-

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Morgenster:
Ouistreham (FR) - Le Havre (FR)

29 June - 04 July 2025

Sail the Normandy Coast: From Ouistreham to Le Havre on the Tall Ship Morgenster. Embark on a captivating sailing adventure along the Normandy coast aboard the Tall Ship Morgenster, traveling from the charming port town of Ouistreham to the historic harbor of Le Havre. This journey is perfect for adventurers of all ages, offering a unique opportunity to experience the thrill of traditional tall ship sailing while exploring one of Europe’s most picturesque coastal regions. As you step aboard, you’ll be immersed in the timeless rhythm of life at sea, working alongside the crew to hoist sails, steer the ship, and navigate these iconic waters. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a first-timer, this short but enriching voyage promises an unforgettable maritime experience.
Open to all Windseekers aged 15+

Ports

Ouistreham is a small port town in Normandy, in northwestern France. Known for its charming streets, lively markets, and proximity to the famous D-Day beaches, the quaint Ouistreham is a perfect port-of-call for your sailing adventure.

Le Havre is a large north French maritime commercial and passenger port established in the early XVI century. The city in on the UNESCO World Heritage Site for its historical buildings and is considered a birthplace of impressionism. Walk in the steps of Monet and discover the places you know from modern art. Take a hiking tour, visit one of the nearby castles (chateau), the Graville abbey, see the hanging gardens or take a walk in one of the many city parks.

  • Le Havre (FR)

Key points

  • Dates: 29 June 2025 - 4 July 2025
  • Embarkation: 17:00 / Disembarkation: 10:00
  • 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
  • Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
  • Need to take with you on board: towels

  • "It is an adventure you don’t want to miss! Being a sailor only takes passion and motivation."

    Axel (23), France

You sail on the Morgenster

Shipping type: Brig
Homeport: Den Helder (NL)
Date built: 1919
Trainees: 35
Length: 48 m
Height of mast: 29 m
Sail: 600 m2

Stop and Stare. This is what Marian and Harry Muter – the owners – had in mind, when people would look upon the Morgenster. And they succeeded. As a result of their refit, the Morgenster is a stunning and elegant …

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Windseeker logs

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    – by Jeske Zijlstra, Deckhand

    After a night of playing with the anchor, it's time to set sail again. Without any sleep, we're preparing the Ship for strong backwinds and high waves. For Barry (the small sail) it’s the perfect time to show up. Carefully putting …

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  • Sailing Ship in the Tropics

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    Tropics

    – by Annet

    Sometimes you have afternoons which are exactly how you thought they would be on a sailing ship in the tropes: the sun just right above your head, a cool breeze in the front, lightly cracking sails and murmuring waves… You are …

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STO Garant

This Journey is covered by the STO Garant guarantee. You can find the conditions for this guarantee scheme on STO Garant’s website (www.sto-garant.nl/en/downloads).

This process is automatic and you do not need to do anything else. After receiving your booking, Windseeker will send you detailed information on how and when to pay for your journey – together with all the other important details.

 

What does it mean?

In short: you do not pay the booking amount to Windseeker but instead into an escrow account. This trust account holds your payment in reserve until your journey’s end. The booking amount is then released to Windseeker on the day after your trip ends. If Windseeker or the Ship should become financially insolvent before the end of your trip, STO Garant will implement the guarantee. The Guarantee Scheme details how you can make a claim under the guarantee in such cases. You can read more about this here.