In Holtenau, on the western shore of the Kiel Fjord, our crew will welcome you aboard. Embarkation takes place at 7 p.m. After a welcome drink, you will get to know your fellow passengers and the crew over dinner. We very much hope to welcome some familiar faces on board for this anniversary cruise.
Active or leisurely sailing – the choice is yours.
After a safety and sailing briefing by the crew, you are welcome to actively participate in the ship's operations. Active participation on deck is always voluntary, under the expert guidance of the crew, and with a strong emphasis on teamwork. Of course, you can also simply relax and watch the sailing maneuvers and the daily seamanship practiced on board. As everyone knows, the fresh sea air makes you hungry – so look forward to our excellent onboard cuisine, which will surprise you every day with a variety of creations from the galley cookbook.
Our sailing area: Kiel Fjord, Schlei and Danish South Sea
After breakfast, it's "Cast off!" On the eastern shore of the Kiel Fjord, we'll see the Laboe Naval Memorial; soon after, we'll reach the open Baltic Sea near the Kiel Lighthouse. A planned destination for the day is the Schlei fjord; the well-known green and white lighthouse marks the entrance to this inlet. The charming fishing village of Maasholm and the port city of Kappeln offer good opportunities for a shore excursion. If the light conditions are good and the waves are calm, it will be possible to take a photo tour around the ship in the Eye of the Wind's dinghy.
Optional stopovers with shore excursions: Eckernförde, Flensburg, Sonderburg
In Eckernförde's city harbor, a stroll along the inviting harbor promenade is highly recommended; it's a popular spot for both visitors and locals. The fine sandy beach, stretching four kilometers and dotted with colorful beach chairs, is just a short walk from the ship's berth. Take advantage of your time here to enjoy a leisurely stroll through the shopping streets located near the harbor area.
The historic seafaring and port city of Flensburg is considered the home of rum and the West Indies trade. Here, amidst captains' and merchants' houses, you can follow in the footsteps of the traders, accompanied by the scent of salt and tar. In the 18th century, Flensburg was one of the most important trading ports for the ships of the West Indies fleet. At the height of rum's popularity, Flensburg boasted over 200 rum houses – during your shore excursion, you will certainly have the opportunity to sample a glass of locally produced rum in a cozy harbor tavern.
After crossing the invisible German-Danish sea border, we find a berth for the night in the sheltered harbor of Sønderborg on the island of Als.
The main attraction is the castle and its park, which is within sight of the pier. A stroll through the old town, with its typical Danish tranquility, and along the harbor promenade with its historic merchants' houses is also worthwhile.
As a possible alternative to spending the night in the harbor, we can also seek out a sheltered anchorage, for example in Hørup Hav bay – a night at anchor is always a special event.
End of the sailing trip with the Captain's Dinner
On the evening of our last day at sea, we reach our home port of Kiel-Holtenau. The culinary finale is the traditional Captain's Dinner, enjoyed in a convivial atmosphere with all crew members and fellow passengers.
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