Many routes lead from the Kattegat to Eckernförde Bay. On this early summer sailing trip, the Baltic Sea becomes our "playground" of numerous possibilities. On our way south, we could choose to sail through the Öresund – with a stopover in Copenhagen and a trip past the chalk cliffs of the island of Møn on the itinerary. If we decide to pass through the Great Belt, we will enjoy long stretches under sail and plenty of time at sea. Here, too, shore leave, for example in the port city of Svendborg, provides variety. Or would you prefer a slower and more leisurely pace? Then the Little Belt with coastal towns such as Middelfart or Sønderborg would be the right choice. In any case, this voyage is characterised by a balanced ratio of sailing time at sea and sufficient time for varied port visits and shore excursions.

From the Kattegat to the Eckernförde Bay
Trip information
This is where you board
Gothenburg in the summer province of Bohuslän: the western Swedish archipelago is considered perhaps the most beautiful sea area in the Baltic Sea. The city centre of Sweden's second largest city is easy to explore on foot; numerous coffee houses invite you to linger and watch the world go by. For those interested in maritime history, it is also worth visiting the four-masted barque Viking, built in 1906; this largest windjammer built in Scandinavia is now a museum ship in the Lilla Bommen section of the harbour.
Incidentally, the hull of the Eye of the Wind lay in a shipyard in Gothenburg for a year from 1970 onwards. Some time later, work began here to convert it into the passenger ship it is today, thus giving the tall ship a "second life".
Voyage description
A detailed description of the trip will be available here shortly.
This is where you disembark
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.
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 departure: Take advantage of our favourable event offer "Rail & Sail".
Services included
• 7 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.
• We would be happy to arrange a reliable partner travel agency to help you plan your individual arrival and departure. Please contact us in good time if required.

