The port city of Brest, located on the bay of the same name, is easily accessible from major airports via daily connections via Lyon. Embarkation takes place at 7 p.m. During the subsequent dinner together in the cosy saloon, you will immediately feel at home on the decks of the Eye of the Wind and get to know your fellow travellers.
Active or leisurely sailing – the choice is yours
After receiving safety and sailing instructions from the crew, you are welcome to actively participate in on-board activities. Active assistance on deck is always voluntary, under the expert guidance of the crew and with a focus on teamwork. Of course, you are also welcome to simply relax and observe the sailing manoeuvres and daily seamanship. The fresh sea air is known to make you hungry – so look forward to our excellent on-board cuisine, which will surprise you every day with varied creations from the galley cookbook.
Our sailing area: English Channel and North Atlantic
With its high volume of traffic, the English Channel is one of the most varied areas for sightseers: up to 500 vessels travel through this maritime area every day, meaning that there are always new ships to discover from the deck. From morning to evening, our ship's cook will surprise you with delicious dishes from the galley cookbook. And, of course, there is always a cup of tea or coffee to warm you up when the ocean shows its rough side. In cooler hours, make yourself comfortable below deck in the cosy saloon and browse through the extensive on-board library or DVD film selection.
Crossing the prime meridian
About two to three days after setting off on our journey, we cross the prime meridian, the invisible line between the eastern and western hemispheres of our planet. Unlike the infamous "equator baptism", the sea god Neptune himself does not come on board for this occasion, but you can still be proud of a successful "prime meridian baptism"!
Sailor's reward: shore leave!
At least one port stop is planned during the trip. Where we go ashore depends largely on the wind and weather conditions and will be decided at short notice by the captain, whenever possible taking your wishes into account. Examples of possible stopovers are:
- Portsmouth (England): The maritime heritage of this port city is omnipresent, with three well-preserved museum ships awaiting interested visitors. A stroll through the harbour or to Southsea Castle offers a welcome change of pace. And even on rainy days, the city has plenty to offer, with the Royal Naval and Royal Marines Museum, an exhibition on the history of submarines and the birthplace of author Charles Dickens.
- Ostend (Belgium): This coastal town in West Flanders is considered the "Queen of Seaside Resorts", its appearance characterised by the sea dyke with its endless beach promenade. Popular attractions include the pier close to the beach, the neo-Gothic Church of St. Peter and Paul in the centre, the yacht and fishing harbours, and the town centre with its picturesque corners and lively entertainment district.
Our sailing trip ends in the Dutch capital, where you will say goodbye to our crew and your fellow travellers. You will have spent some unforgettable days at sea. Our tip: round off your sailing trip with a visit to Amsterdam's film museum, which has the beautiful name “Eye”.
