From the Azores to Brest – a deep-sea voyage on the Atlantic …

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From Ponta Delgada we set course for the French Atlantic coast.

Ahead of us lies a long passage over the high seas, several days out of sight of land until we reach Brest.

A trip for all those who want to experience bluewater sailing intensively and collect many nautical miles.

Prerequisite: Prior experience in yacht sailing

Period: April 3, 2027, 5:00 PM to April 18, 2027, 10:00 AM (15 days)
Start: Ponta Delgada, Azores
Destination: Brest, France

Plan

From Ponta Delgada we set course for the French Atlantic coast.

Daily life on board is governed by a fixed watch system and continuous night sailing. All crew members are involved in trip planning, navigation, weather observation, sail handling, and other onboard tasks. This trip is aimed at sailors who wish to deepen their knowledge of offshore sailing, accumulate sea miles, or take on the challenge of an extended ocean passage.

In April, we must expect varying weather conditions on the route between the Azores and Brittany. Conditions on the open North Atlantic can be challenging. Therefore, finding a suitable weather window and carefully planning our route are crucial. Wind, waves, and temperatures can change significantly during the voyage. With a bit of luck, we might even encounter dolphins or whales along the way.

Sailing takes place on a 43-foot Beneteau Oceanis. The yacht has three double cabins, one cabin with bunk beds, and two bathrooms. Its sailing characteristics and comprehensive safety equipment make it a good yacht for extended offshore passages.

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Other information

The skipper for this activity speaks english and german. To participate you must speak one of the languages spoken on board.

Prices exclude arrival and departure and onboard expenses; final cleaning and washing of bed linen are done by the crew.

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Mathias

August of 2024

A great sailing and water sports school. I obtained my SBF-See, SBF-Binnen/Segel and UBI/SRC here. Friendly, patient trainers who use their experience and skills to get you to the required exam level. Despite the training, there is still plenty of fun and they take the time to respond to special requests/concerns. I would love to come back here to broaden my maritime horizons.

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Julian

August of 2023

The theory compact course (in my case SBF Inland) is really very good and prepares you ideally for the exam and beyond.
I also really liked the friendly trainers during the practical training sessions. This meant I was able to pass both exams straight away.

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Jacob

June of 2023

Very good preparation for the exam and future sailing experiences. You can see that all the trainers are very passionate about what they do.
There are always reports of experiences and additional theoretical background on all exam-relevant topics, so that you feel very well prepared the first time you are alone on the boat.

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Armin

June of 2023

I just did my SBF inland sailing/motor here.
Great people, pleasant atmosphere. The teachers are easy-going, but still competent and can show you what is important when sailing.
If you don't feel completely confident with certain maneuvers, just ask. There is no rigid curriculum that has to be followed. You can decide for yourself where you need more practice.
As you gain experience, you will spend some time on board with just other students. This helps you to feel responsible for the boat and the maneuvers and to coordinate with the other students. But don't worry, a boat with a teacher is always nearby if something goes wrong or you have any questions.

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