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Oosterschelde
The threemast topsail schooner Oosterschelde is the last remaining original Dutch threemaster. Bould in 1917 for international for sailing cargo on international waters en fully restored in 1992. With her imposing rigging, het length of 50 meters and her stylish interior, the Oosterschelde is an impressive apparation. The ships homeport is in Rotterdam, but sails everywhere were there is enough water.Capacity daytrips
Internal waters 120 persons International waters 36 persons Reception/party 120 persons Sit-down-dinner 55 persons Buffet 100 persons Voyages
Berths 24 2-person cabins 6 4-person cabins 3 Toilets 5 Showers 5 All cabins are comfortably furnished and equiped with floor heating and a washbasin with hot and cold running water. Each cabin has a hatch or window leading to the deck. De toilets and showers ar communal.
Technical information
Type Threemast topsail schooner Year of build 1917-1918 Restoration 1988-1992 Homeport Veerhaven, Rotterdam Length over all 50 m Width 7,5 m Depth 3,00 m Mastheight from the kiel 36 m Sail area 891 m2 Main engine 6 cylinder Deutz, 360 pk
Safety and classificationThe Oosterschelde sails under the Dutch flag and is equiped to sail worldwide. For this purpose the vessel holds all the safety certificates required by Dutch law and has the most modern naviagtion and communication equipment. The ship sails under the regulation of Register Holland. Maintanance and safety procedures are being conducted according to a ISM-code, approved by Bureau Veritas. The crew is qualified according to the STCW '95.
Virtual tour
Photo's of the Oosterschelde
Website of the Oosterschelde
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Helena
The twomasted Helena was build in 1875 for sailing on the rivers and is the oldest iron sailing rivership of the Neterlands. The ship is nicely curved with a high curved rear. The elaborate restoration was completed in 2003 and since then the Helena has been sailing daytrips in the waters surrounding Rotterdam. During your stay onboard you will experience sailing on the river as it was during the glory days.Capacity daytrips
Internal waters 48 persons Toilets 2 Technical information
Type Stevenaak Year of build 1875 Restauration 2003 Homeport Leuvehaven, Rotterdam Lengte over all 40 m Width 5,98 m Depth 0,90 m Mastheight from the kiel 21 m Sail area 400 m2 Main engine Deutz, 186 pk Virtual tour
Photo's of the Helena
Website of the Helena
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Europa
The Dutch sailtrainingvessel Europa was build in 1911. In 1994 it was renovated into a three-mast bark and now wonders the world seas.The atmosphere onboard breathes an adventurous maritime history. The traditional mahogany deckhouse, the teak decks and floors as the fine interior with authentic details from the beginning of the 20th century, give the ship the perfect ambiance for a wonderful voayge. The classic bunks are very comfortable. Above the deck three proud masts arise, of which two carry 6 yards. In a light breeze, a spectator could see the Europa sailing with 30 sails bellow, taking her towards the horizon. An image that is connected to the era of the great sailing vessels taking guests and goods all around the world.
Capacity
International waters 48 persons 2-person cabins 4 4-person cabins 4 6-person cabins 4 All cabins are provided with sanitary (shower and toilet)
Technical information
Type Bark Year of build 1911 Homeport Scheveningen Length over all 56 m Width 7,4 m Depth 3,90 m Mastheight from the kiel 33 m Sail area 1250 m2 Main engine Caterpillar, 2 x 365 pk Photo's of the bark Europa
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Antigua
The Antigua was build in 1957 in Thorne, Yorkshire, as a fishingvessel. With precision and a feeling for maritime details it was converted to a sailing vessel with all the modern comforts from 1993 to 1997. Sixteen 2-person cabins provide all possible comfort. The Antigua stands out with her beautiful lines and elegant interior that make as stay onboard a special maritime experience.Capacity
Daytrips 95 persons International waters 32 persons 2-person cabins 16 Toilets 2 extra toilets All cabins are provided with sanitary (shower and toilet)
Technical information
Type Barkentine Year of build 1957 Convertion 1993-1997 Homeport Netherlands Lengte over all 49,5 m Width 7,13 m Depth 3,30 m Mastheight from the kiel 31,5 m Sail area 750 m2 Main engine Cummins, 400 pk + bowthruster