Would you like to finally fulfil your dream of sailing on a windjammer? Are you still unsure whether you can really handle the gentle rocking of the waves? – This five-day trip is an excellent way to get a taste of traditional sailing! During the days on board, you will enjoy the comfort and excellent cuisine, experience authentic traditional seamanship and discover how it feels to go ashore in the evening after a day at sea. We will sail largely within sight of the mainland. From our berth in Eckernförde city harbour, we will sail along the Schleswig-Holstein Baltic Sea coast and into the Schlei fjord with opportunities to go ashore in the beautiful harbour towns of Maasholm or Kappeln. At this time of year, fresh early summer air is guaranteed here in the western Baltic Sea. The destination of this sailing trip is the Tiessenkai in Kiel-Holtenau, located on the western shore of the Kiel Fjord.

Kiel Bight and the Baltic Sea fjord Schlei
Trip information
This is where you board
Eckernförde is idyllically situated on the Baltic Sea coast of Schleswig-Holstein. In the town harbour, you can take a stroll along the inviting harbour promenade, which is a popular attraction for guests and locals alike. The fine sandy, four-kilometre-long beach with its colourful beach chairs is only a few minutes' walk away.
Make the most of your stay by taking a leisurely stroll through the shopping streets in the immediate vicinity of the harbour area. The historic old town invites you to wander around its lovingly restored half-timbered houses, small boutiques and winding alleys. Particularly worth seeing is the 13th-century St. Nicolai Church, whose tower offers a wonderful view of the city and the sea.
Voyage description
A detailed description of the trip will be available here shortly.
This is where you disembark
In Holtenau, on the western shore of the Kiel Fjord, the Tiessenkai complex is a maritime attraction and focal point. Here you have the opportunity to watch the varied comings and goings in front of the locks of the Kiel Canal. From small sports yachts to ocean giants, watercraft of all types and sizes pass by us during the day on the world's busiest artificial waterway. On a walk to the small Holtenau lighthouse, you can soak up the nostalgic harbour atmosphere – old cargo sailors and schooners are often moored here at the quay.
Make the most of your stay by exploring the Kiel Fjord, spending a day at Falckenstein beach or taking a trip into the world of sailing at the Olympic harbour in Schilksee or the marina in Strande.
Notes on the itinerary
The route described here may change at short notice due to prevailing wind and weather conditions. The ship's command will decide on stopovers and the course of the voyage, taking your wishes into account whenever possible. This way, you will experience the trip as a pleasant mix of adventure and comfort, participation and enjoyment.
Our tip for a comfortable arrival and departure: Take advantage of our favourable event offer "Rail & Sail".
Services included
• 5 nights on the traditional sailing ship Eye of the Wind.
• Accommodation in a comfortable double cabin (single cabin at extra cost, if available).
• Full board (incl. all meals; water / coffee / tea).
• Saloon with TV / DVD player and extensive on-board library.
• Hot and cold running water, shower and toilet in each cabin, bed linen, towels and air conditioning.
Services not included
• Arrival and departure, shore excursions, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
• For the individual planning of your arrival and departure, we will be happy to arrange a reliable partner travel agency for you, please contact us in good time if required.

