Summer in Southern Scandinavia

From the Strelasund via Bornholm to the Kalmarsund

Travel description
Our crew will welcome you aboard in the port of Stralsund. Embarkation takes place at 7 p.m. During the subsequent dinner in the cozy lounge, you will immediately feel at home on the deck planks of the Eye of the Wind and get to know your fellow passengers.

Course for Bornholm

Our first destination is the Danish island of Bornholm. From the sea, its 140-kilometer coastline presents a captivating blend of unique, bizarre rock formations, endless white sandy beaches, and idyllic fishing villages with their characteristic fish-smoking chimneys. For an extensive exploration ashore, we've chosen the ports of Rønne on the island's west coast or Nexø on the east coast, Denmark's sunniest spot. Bornholm is easily explored by rented bicycles or bus and offers numerous attractions for visitors of all ages: The four round churches near Nylars, close to Rønne, are particularly worth seeing, estimated to be 900 years old.

From the Hammershus fortress ruins in the north of the island, you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views stretching all the way to the Swedish coast. Stone Age rock paintings and the small Hammerodde lighthouse can be found near the village of Allinge. From the port of Nexø, a trip to the Dueodde dunes is worthwhile, offering endless opportunities for beach walks. On rainy days, the modern "Natur Bornholm" museum provides a fascinating introduction to the island's 1.7 billion-year history.

Our sailing area: the southern Baltic Sea between Lake Arkona and Hanö Bay

A good opportunity for a stopover presents itself in the Swedish port town of Ystad, where a stroll through the old town of this former herring fishing village is worthwhile, with its numerous well-preserved half-timbered houses from the 17th and 18th centuries. Sweden's southernmost city is considered a pilgrimage site with cult status for fans of crime writer Henning Mankell, who brings his detective Kurt Wallander to life here. Our excursion tip for your shore leave: Marsvinsholm Castle, dating back to the 17th century, is located about twelve kilometers from Ystad.

We are gradually setting course for the island of Öland and the Kalmar Sound. The archipelago off the mainland, a picturesque, rocky landscape, offers a variety of options for planning our sailing trip.

Lively harbors or secluded coves, open sea or wooded shores: scenic diversity is guaranteed, and the next idyllic anchorage is never far away. After eight days full of relaxation and nature experiences, we head for our destination port of Kalmar.

This is where you board:
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.

This is where you disembark:

Kalmar, located on Sweden's east coast, combines historical significance with maritime flair. The imposing Kalmar Castle, one of the best-preserved Renaissance residences in Northern Europe, is particularly striking. With its towers, moats, and exhibitions, it immerses visitors in the era of King Gustav Vasa. The picturesque old town of Kvarnholmen beckons with its narrow streets, colorful wooden houses, and cozy cafés. At the Kalmar County Museum, you can learn fascinating facts about the famous warship Kronan and the region's history. Beachgoers and walkers enjoy the verdant coastal stretches along the Kalmar Sound and the view across to the island of Öland, accessible via one of Europe's longest bridges. Our ship, then named "Sam," had its home port here from 1924 onwards.