Baltic Sea sailing trip: Bay of Gdansk and Lake Bornholm

This Baltic Sea cruise begins in the port city of Gdansk. Sailing at a leisurely pace, we leave the Bay of Gdansk and set course for the Danish island of Bornholm. Depending on the itinerary and wind direction, optional stops with shore excursions are possible, for example in the Swedish port of Ystad, the inland traditional sailing town of Greifswald, or Sassnitz on the island of Rügen.

The journey ends in the southern Arkona Sea, our final port of call being the beautiful Hanseatic city of Stralsund. Sailing experiences, relaxation, and natural beauty along the coasts of the Polish, Swedish, and German Baltic Sea region: The vastness of the sea and the gentle sound of the waves against the ship's hull are the perfect ingredients for a relaxing holiday!

This is where you board:
Gdańsk, on the Baltic Sea, looks back on a turbulent history, having been under Polish and Prussian rule and later as a Free City. This wealthy Hanseatic city was one of the most important centers of Baltic trade and famous for its grain and amber exports. The heart of the city is the Long Market (Danzig), with its Main Town Hall and the famous Neptune Fountain. Magnificent townhouses line Long Street, and the Golden Gate marks the historic entrance.

A must-see is the monumental St. Mary's Church, one of the largest brick churches in the world, with its panoramic views from the tower. On the banks of the Motława River stands the medieval Crane Gate, a symbol of the city. A short detour leads to the European Solidarity Centre at the historic shipyard, which documents Gdańsk's role in the Polish freedom movement.

This is where you disembark:
The picturesque city center, with its brick Gothic buildings, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Ozeaneum at the harbor sees itself as a love letter to the seas, featuring 45 aquariums, some of them enormous, an underwater journey through the northern seas, life-size replicas of whales, and a penguin enclosure on the rooftop terrace. The modern architecture is reminiscent of sails billowing in the wind. Within sight of the Ozeaneum lies a special maritime monument: the barque Gorch Fock (I), a sister ship of the German Navy's training vessel.

The time-honored tradition of brewing beer is kept alive at the Störtebeker Brewery. Our tip: Round off your shore excursion with a tour of the brewery.