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From stern to bow: Our fleet

Right around the Baltic SeaDiscover Germany, Europe and Scandinavia Tips for a unique travel experience

All aboard: Freedom with FinnlinesMotorhome, motorbike, canoe – we have plenty of space

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Finnish ferries: Come on board and unwind.> Welcome on board! This is your First Officer speaking. 3

> Sauna, wind and water... ...the ingredients for a perfect day. 4

Freedom with Finnlines.> Adventure? Begins right outside your door. With your mobile home. And Finnlines. 22

> We Finnliners know: Loyalty should be rewarded. The Finnlines Star Club. 11

Ready for your trip with Finnlines.> Route map and harbours. 24> We Finnliners know: Information is everything. Book your trip. 25

Right around the Baltic.> We connect: Germany – Finland – Sweden. 12 > Experience Finland. - Visit our home: Welcome to Finland. 14 - Highlights of Helsinki. 15

> Experience Åland – and Sweden. - Via Åland to Sweden. 16 - Nine Swedish treats. 17

> Experience Germany. - City trips to Germany. 20

> ...from stern to bow: Our fleet. - Our Star Class. 8 - Our Hansa Class. 10 - Our Clipper Class. 10

Welcome on board!This is your First Officer speaking.On behalf of Finnlines and the entire team, welcome on board! Whether you're still planning your trip or you're already relaxing in your cabin, on deck or in the café, in the following pages we give you an impression of the comfort and relaxation you can expect from a Finnlines voyage. And we'd like to offer some inspiration as well, with tips and ideas for the fascinating destinations we offer.

All together, there are more than 800 people working on Finnlines ships. And together we ensure

that you get to your destination safely and comfortably. Each crew is made up of professional, highly experienced seafarers. As the First Officer, naturally I'm here on the bridge during docking and un- docking – together with the Cap-tain and, depending on the locati-on, a Navigator as well.

Duty Officers steer the ship when we're on the open seas. Our Chief Engineer is responsible for the en-gines, with support in the engine room from our ship's mechanics. The delicious buffet is the work of

our Head Chef and the kitchen staff. And if you fancy something light, our bar staff will be happy to offer you a typically Finnish snack or drink. We Finnliners are a very hos-pitable bunch so please get in touch with any questions or requests you may have – we're here to help!

Pihla Lehto is a First Officer at Finnlines. She's currently steering the Finnlady across the Baltic sea between Helsinki and Travemünde.

Aboutus

The Finnish ferry companySince 1947 Finnlines has been a specialist in sea transport from Finland,, throughout northern Europe and – since 2009 as a member of the Grimaldi Group – around the world. We've been operating many cargo ship routes for years, and our passenger routes offer a uniquely authentic experience on the Baltic Sea. We offer pure relaxation from start to finish. Currently Finnlines op-erates 21 modern ships under the Finnish and Swedish flags, of which nine are Ropax-ships.

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Sauna, wind and water: The ingredients for a perfect day.As soon your car is safely stowed away below deck and you've made your way to your cosy cabin, your time is your own. No traffic jams. No stress. Enjoy the wonderful peace and quiet and the scenery of the sea horizon. Travelling with Finnlines, you suddenly rediscover lost time. Time to watch the clouds and the seagulls go by. Time to enjoy a coffee or treat yourself to a Finnish cocktail. Time for reading, time for chatting, time for delicious food in the restaurant. And naturally time for the on-board sauna as well. Your holiday starts here. Our writer Sabrina Lettenmaier travelled from the German Baltic port of Travemünde to Helsinki on board the Finnlady. Her experience is typical of what you'll find on other Finnlines ships, too.

“Don't forget," says the man at the check-in counter in Travemünde as he ushers me on board, "as soon as you board the Finnlady, you're on Finnish time!" And there's no fas-ter way to get to Finland, I reflect, as the shuttle bus mounts the huge loading ramp – well, this is a roll-

on, roll-off ferry. The ship rocks ever so gently. It's as if the Lady were gently lulling her passengers to sleep as soon as they arrive. Though it's already gone midnight, I don't feel like sleeping just yet. And I'm not the only one. Newcomers stroll the gangways and take in the fresh

sea breeze up on deck, they watch, enthralled, as the last of the big trucks rolls on board. "Look, Dad," I hear an excited boy say to his father, "there's a little tractor loa-ding some of the freight onto the Finnlady. They just park the trai-lers... and go and get the next one.  

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driver with a laugh. "With Finnlines everything is safely stowed away. And the freight and car decks are closed during the crossing."

As the sun sets, I settle in with her-bal tea and a crime thriller in Café Verde. In the colder months this is the warm and convivial living room for passengers. In summer, of course, the sunny outer decks are popular, but large enough that they never feel crowded. Even in winter they're a great place to take the air provided you have a thick coat. Inside, Frank Sinatra is singing "Somewhere beyond the Sea" when the loudspeakers call us to dinner. There's quite a crowd. It seems I'm

"Wow, they're fast!" Other guests are treating themselves to a night-cap in the bar or scurrying to the heated sauna in their bathrobes. It's open until four o'clock in the morning. So this is the Finnish sauna mania I've heard so much

about. But at a certain point calm descends again. I decide not to close the curtains at my cabin window, which reaches almost to the floor. Shouldn't portholes be a lot smaller than this? As the Finnlady sets sail, it's a good feeling to know that the first thing I'll see when I wake up is the sea.

After a blissful lie-in the next morn-ing, I join the passengers gradually making their way to the generous brunch. I'm greeted by a cornuco-pia of classic jam rolls, Finnish fish paste, bacon and eggs with sweet cranberry mousse and much more, all designed to delight the German,

Finnish or Swedish palate. There's no pushing and shoving as I try a bit of this and a bit of that, happy to just stay put for a while, enjoying a complimentary glass of sparkling wine as I let my gaze drift off through the panoramic windows into the wide open skies, like many of the other guests. Because that's all there is on the agenda today: watching the waves, strolling the deck and feeling the wind in your face. The kind of perfect day I could get used to: less is more-ish.

If you've a thirst for diversion, head for the bar and chat to one of the numerous truck drivers on board. Over a Finnish cocktail (gin and

grapefruit in a generous ratio), the Knights of the Road spin tales of a

life on wheels, and tell of the tulips and fruit slumbering under colour-ful tarpaulins a few decks below. There's even an armoured car on board. "Now I can relax," says its

not the only one that, inspired by today's brunch, has acquired a tas-te for the on-board cuisine. I start with a draught beer before I feast my eyes on the buffet before me. A fine selection of fish, colourful salads, hearty meat dishes, a huge range of cheeses, ice-cream cake, chocolate mousse... Well, let's get stuck in. Later, I take the barman up on his suggestion and try a fresh "Minttu", the legendary Finnish mint liqueur. One last constitutio-nal walk on deck, then the cold wet gusts push me inside again and I head to bed. Tomorrow, Helsinki!

Take a journey and you'll have a tale to tell. Take a Finnlines voy-age and you'll have a unique, au-thentic travel experience. That's because our roll-on, roll-off ships don't just take passengers, they take a whole lot of cargo as well. In Vuosaari harbour in Helsinki alone, we handle about 10 mil-lion tons of cargo every year. And we load and unload in places nor-mally inaccessible to the traveller – right in the middle of the con-tainer terminal. There's so much to marvel at, activity right round the clock, everything in motion. A great contrast to the peace out at sea. We call it cool cargo!

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Plenty of fun: children can play, adults can stretch out on the large outer decks of our Star Class ships.

Plenty of room: spacious outside cabin

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1. Roll on, roll offCars, coaches, motorhomes, mo-torbikes, bicycles – and of course trucks laden with cargo that all roll on once we roll up the 115-m2 stern flap. A Star Class ship can be com-pletely unloaded and loaded in just 2-4 hours.

6. Full steam aheadThe propeller in the Star Class spins at 150 revolutions per minute, driv-en by four 13,940 HP engines. That means the ship can plough through the water at up to 25 knots (46 km/h).

7. Freight and parkingOn Finnlines Star Class, parking deck = cargo deck = 4216 m loading area for up to 9653 tons. That's why loading is so flexible. Everything is carefully stowed away here. For se-curity reasons these decks remain closed during the crossing.

2. Fresh air, free viewsOn two large sun decks there's no end of open space for staring out to sea and feeling the wind in your hair. Our deckchairs guarantee relaxation.

8. Sea dogs and catsOn Finnlines you don't have to lock beloved pets in transport boxes when you take them on holiday with you. We have room – dedicated cabins, in fact – and a special place for strolling on Deck 7. With its own dog toilet, naturally.

Star Class ships are used on the Travemünde-Helsinki (Finnmaid, Finnlady, Finnstar) and Travemünde-Malmö (Nordlink) routes.

From stern to bow...Like all our Finnlines vessels, our modern Star Class ships offer plenty of space: for unlimited luggage, for deep relaxation, for magnificent views, for inspiring conversations and for delicious food – in other words, for the real sea voyage feeling. On the Finnstar, Finnlady and Finnmaid you can find a small on-board library, for example, and all our Star Class ships have a playroom for the little ones... and so much more. Come and explore!

3. For the foodie From delicious Scandinavian snacks to a fine cup of coffee, draught beer or the typical Finnish liquorice liqueur "Salmiakki": all of that and a whole lot more awaits you in the café and in the bar on Deck 11. As the Finns say: Tervetuloa! – Wel come!

5. Food with a viewThe best seats on board are reser-ved just for you: right under the bridge, with spectacular views over the bow. The perfect atmosphere in which to enjoy our restaurant's specialities at breakfast, brunch or dinner.

10. Shop ahoy!Small but perfectly formed: in the shop you can find useful travel items, Scandinavian specialities, souvenirs for loved ones back home, Nordic design and the beloved Fin-nish liquorice.

11. Captain on the bridgeThe command centre of the Star Class is located on Deck 12, 32 m above the sea. From here the Cap-tain steers the ship through the Bal-tic Sea with his officers, aided by the latest navigational equipment.

9. Sweating on the high seasThe Finns rely on regular saunas to get our blood pumping. Naturally we have one on board, too. On Star Class vessels there are even sepa- rate saunas for ladies and gentle-men, in the Finnish tradition, com-plete with whirlpool and sea view.

4. Space to unwindYour own domain on the high seas! With various sizes and categories, our cabins offer top-class comfort and cosiness: from 10-m2 interior cabins to 38-m2 suites.

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We Finnliners know: Loyalty should be rewarded.Introducing our loyalty programme: the Finnlines Star Club. As a member you'll already be enjoying the benefits on your next trip with Finnlines, as well as having access to special offers several times a year.

Since 2014 Finnlines has been of-fering special incentives to loyal customers. Take advantage of our outstanding offers and register free for the Finnlines Star Club on finnlines.com

We'll send you email confirma- tion of your registration within two weeks. Your Star Club membership card will arrive by post within four weeks of online registration.

As soon as you've received your membership confirmation, you can enjoy Star Club Member benefits on all your Finnlines journeys. What's more, you'll receive exclusive speci-

al offers by email a few times a year.

Our Star Club loyalty programme, open to all guests 18 years and above, gives you exclusive benefits and selected special offers on board Finnlines ships, as well as discount- ed travel with Finnlines. It's simp-le: always mention your Star Club membership number when you book. Present your card at check-in and when making purchases on board.

> Join the Finnlines Star Club now!

Advantages of Star Club:

- Exclusive travel offers for Star Club members.

- Best-price guarantee on travel for members.

- Discounts on board in shops and bars.

- Members' newsletters a few times a year.

Further information:>www.finnlines.com/starclub

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...to the whole fleet:Your travel experience.Our passenger/cargo ships offer plenty of comfort and even more room. You don't have to leave anything behind. We can stow it all: dog, canoe and fishing rods, car and trailer, motorhome or motorcycle. And we'll make sure you feel right at home, throughout the whole Finnlines fleet.

On Hansa Class ships you can choo-se between 20-m2 outer cabins, smaller inner cabins and special ca-bins just for pet owners. Diversion and relaxation await on Deck 6, with

Clipper Class offers fun for passen-gers big and small. Near the restau-rant, pint-sized pirates will find a playroom complete with ball pool. When it comes to fine dining and drinking, our top tip is the extens-

a sauna, whirlpool and small splash pool complete with children's slide. Not to mention the bar: how about a sophisticated tipple on the spa- cious observation deck as you watch

ive buffet with its tempting Scan-dinavian delicacies. If you want to switch off in the typical Finnish manner, the Finnclipper, Finnfellow and Finneagle also have a sauna. For sleep and relaxation you can

the famous chalk cliffs of Møn pass by? You'll also find a shop, restaurant and games corner on board.

book an inner or outer cabin. Natu-rally there's our popular on-board shop as well – check with reception for opening hours – offering a great opportunity for the cheapest duty-free shopping in the archipelago!

Hansa Class includes the Finnpartner and Finntrader, which usually sail between Travemünde and Malmö along with the Nordlink.

Clipper Class consists of the Finnclipper, Finnfellow and Finneagle, which usually cover the route between Naantali (Finland) and Kapellskär (Sweden). Most journeys include a stop in the Åland Islands.

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Finnlines take you:Right around the Baltic.From Germany via Sweden to Finland or via Finland to Sweden... and back again? A Grand Tour of Europe with a Swedish stopover? A German adventure via Helsinki and the Åland Islands and back to Sweden? Wherever you start, wherever you end up, whichever way you draw up your holiday plans: only Finnlines connects the whole Baltic Sea.

There are those who enjoy planning trips more than travelling itself. Then there are others who prefer to leave things to the last minute, set-ting off in their car or motorhome and ending up wherever the road or sea takes them. We at Finnlines are the ideal travel companions in ei- ther case – with our three Baltic Sea routes we are the only shipping line to connect Germany with Sweden, Sweden with the Åland Islands and Finland, and Finland with Ger-many – and vice versa. That me-ans we can offer you a fascinating

Nordic round trip, for example, which you start in any of the three countries and extend as you wish: from Helsinki via Lapland and up to the North Cape, from Kapellskär to the great Swedish lakes, or from Tra-vemünde via Lübeck to Hamburg and the German autobahn network to the Alps and on to the south. Al-low us to tempt you with some ex-citing travel ideas over the next few pages. Wherever you're heading, welcome on board Finnlines!

# Station 1: Åland ahoy!Lunch at Smakbyn, the port restaurant on the small island of Sund. Award-winning chef Michael Björklund serves up typical Åland pancakes and distils his own liqueur.

> smakbyn.ax

# Station 2: Hallå Schweden! Don't forget your canoe. Depart-ing from Kapellskär you can discover the unique skerry coastal landscape and recharge your batteries on an isolated island – albeit equipped with a jetty. Of course, you can also take a ferry through the skerries.

> visitsweden.com

# Station 3: Form & functionIf you're looking for the ultimate in Scandinavian design, you're sure to find it in the Form/Design Center in Malmö.

> formdesigncenter.com

# Station 4: A meal fit for a captainIn 1535, captains from the Hanse-atic League bought this beautiful house in the old town of Lübeck, known as the Schiffergesellschaft. To this day you can enjoy tradi-tional local delicacies and drinks here, with all the nautical charm of the great trading boats of yesteryear.

> schiffergesellschaft.com

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Visit our home: Welcome to Finland!A holiday in Finland can be so many different things – a reindeer sleigh ride through a winter wonderland, a summer's dream under the midnight sun, a magical moment, a lifelong friendship... Here's a foretaste of what awaits you in Finland.

Tervetuloa! That's Finnish for "wel-come" – and we mean it, literally. The Finns may seem slightly re-served at first but the truth is that we're welcoming, friendly people. Come and visit, and get to know us and our beautiful country better.

Discover the wonderful natural landscapes of Finland, the end-less forests and countless lakes. It's here in the countryside that we like to spend our free time in summer, doing what we love best: swimming, fishing, canoeing, row-ing, sailing or just relaxing and

enjoying the heavenly long, sunny days.

Whatever you do, don't miss a vi-sit to a Finnish sauna. Nothing is better for discovering the true soul of Finland. Most Finns make their first trip to the sauna when they are just a few months old. in the past, many were even born there. A sauna in the company of Finns is perhaps the best way to make new friends. Indeed, it's the one place our natural reserve well and truly thaws. And a visit to the sauna in winter is an unmissable experi-

ence – including rolling around naked in the snow to cool off after-wards!

True, the Finnish winter is long and rather dark, especially in La-pland. But that's not all bad news. It's here in Lapland that you're most likely to see the amazing natural spectacle of the Northern Lights. Sometimes they only last a moment, but the memory will stay with you forever. Just like the rest of your holiday with us – whatever time of year you visit.

Aulanko National Park in Hämeenlinna

Highlights of Helsinki:A holiday for all the senses. A city break in Helsinki is a crash course in the Finnish lifestyle. In the capital you can experience in concentrated form many of the things that make the Finns different. You'll quickly notice that we have a well-developed feeling for the beautiful things in life. Here are some of the highlights to inspire you.

Eye-catching Finnish style in the design districtFinnish design is among the best in the world. So it's not surprising that Helsinki has its very own design district. Visit some of the countless boutiques and galleries to discover hidden treasure. Or even better, join the Design Walk tour that takes place every Friday at 3 p.m.> Sign up by email on happyguidehelsinki@gmail.com

Winter sport in the cityHelsinki has a unique attraction:

a 200-km cross-country ski track within the city. Skis can be rented from the Paloheinä leisure centre. Prefer skating? Then head for Sta-tion Square in the heart of Helsinki where you can rent skates and en-joy the wonderful city ice rink.

A feast for the paleteTo discover the very best in Finnish cuisine based on fresh, seasonal in-gredients, try the Helsinki Meal in the traditional Nokka restaurant. If the restaurant's full, don't worry: more than 20 different restaurants across the city offer this popular

set meal. It varies slightly from pla-ce to place, but it's just as delicious everywhere.> www.ravintolanokka.fi/en

Island life just a stone's throw awayLooking for some real peace and quiet? You don't have to look far in Helsinki. The city is surrounded by over 300 islands, most of them easy to reach. Hop on the ferry and a few minutes later you arrive on the beautiful sandy beaches of Pih-lajasaari, for instance – perfect for sunbathing or swimming.

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When the British talk about the Continent, they mean the rest of Eu-rope. When the people of Åland talk about the continent, they mean the 50-km long, 45-km main island Fas-ta Åland. Surrounded by more than 6,700 islands and archipelagos, Fas-ta Åland is itself is actually made up of many islands lying close to each other and connected by bridges.

So what's the best way to travel around this island world? By boat, of course – and by bike. The road net-work in Åland is highly developed and there are frequent ferry connec-tions between the islands, making it the perfect place for island hopping on a gentle bike tour or a trip by ra-cing bike. There are no steep climbs to worry about: Åland's highest hill, Orrdalslint in the north of Fasta Åland, is just 129 m high.

dwell on the islands, including deer, elk, scaup, fish-eagles... But Åland has more to offer than 'just' nature. You'll find culture too: culinary culture! Fried seaweed, dry-cured meats, blueberry beer - Åland cuisine combines traditional kitchen craft with a modern purist approach. Make sure you pack an appetite!

Halfway holiday highlight.En route from Naantali to Kapell-skär (Sweden), Finnlines offers a stopover in Långnäs on Åland.

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Thanks to the flat landscape, the horizon seems to stretch forever and the view of the countryside is breathtaking. The mild maritime climate and fertile soil provide per-

fect conditions for a wide variety of plants. In spring, the meadows typi-cal of Åland transform into a radiant sea of flowers. Many animals also

Åland is situated between Finland and Sweden.

We Finnliners like to travel: Via Åland to Sweden.It belongs to Finland but its inhabitants speak Swedish. The autonomous region of Åland is something dif-ferent – and that's what makes it so attractive. Its many special regulations are also good news for travellers: purchases are tax-free on ferries travelling to the islands.

Idyllic: Åland consists of over 6.700 isles.

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For gourmets: a smorgasbord at Ulriksdals Wärdshus Try out everything that Swedish cuisine has to offer at a legendary Swedish smorgasbord. We highly

recommend the traditional country guesthouse Ulriksdals Wärdshus, north of Stockholm, which offers a delicious buffet of hot and cold dis-hes of an exciting variety of types.> ulriksdalswardshus.se

Nine Swedish treats – Something for everyone.Sweden is not just beautiful, but also very varied. Here are nine of our favou r ite holiday highlights in Sweden, from Kapellskär to Malmö – some of them well known, some of them wait ing to be discovered. Nine Swedish treats, with something for everyone.

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2. For city slickers: Gamla Stan in Stockholm Stockholm is perfect for travellers that enjoy historical cities. Wan-der down the cobbled streets and alleyways, visit the royal palace or pop into some of the many en-ticing boutiques. The atmosphere is relaxed, laid-back even – Stock-holm is one of the few European capitals where hustle and bustle is an unknown concept. Take it easy! > www.visitstockholm.com

3. For nature lovers:the archipelagos on the east coast of SwedenA must for everyone visiting Swe-den. Sports enthusiasts can sail be-tween the romantic bays and enjoy a refreshing dip in the sea. Tradi-tionalists can take a gentle trip by steamship around the islands and enjoy the stunning panoramas.

4. For culture vultures: Drottningholm Palace Pay a royal visit to Drottningholm

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works by Rembrandt and Rubens. The surrounding sculpture park is also unforgettable – a chance to visit more than 40 extraordinary sculptures in the open air.> www.wanas.se

9. For amateur detectives: In the footsteps of Inspector Wal-landerThe attractive town of Ystad on the Swedish south coast has long been a place of pilgrimage for fans of cri-me writer Henning Mankell. Ystad is the home of Mankell's most famous creation, Inspector Wallander. Hone your detective skills at the various crime scenes, following in Inspector Wallander's footsteps.

> wallander.ystad.se/en

Palace, the home of the Swedish roy-al family. The glorious rococo palace with its baroque gardens is known as the "Swedish Versailles" – and

with good reason. The Palace Theat-re is one of the best-preserved baro-que buildings in Europe. Crown your holiday with a visit to the opera in the original historical setting.> www.kungahuset.se

5. For hikers: Holavedsleden hiking trailDiscover the southern Swedish countryside step-by-step. The 59 km Holavedsleden hiking trail runs from Tranås to Gränna across the region of Småland. There are three shelters along the way where you can stay the night. A highlight of the trail is the fantastic view across Lake Vättern from the Skogstornet lookout tower.> www.destinationjonkoping.se

6. For families: Astrid Lindgren's World in VimmerbyAt Astrid Lindgren's World you can meet Pippi Longstocking, Ronja, Karlsson and many others besides. A walk through the park takes you to the various locations that feature in the author's world-famous child-ren's stories – from Matt's Fort and Cherry Tree Valley to Noisy Village. You can also visit nearby Sevedstorp,

the three small farms that were the model for Lindgren's books about Bullerby. Today the village is an idyl-lic holiday attraction for young and old.

> www.alv.se/en> www.astridlindgrensnas.se

7. For animal lovers: Laganland Elk Park Elks are shy animals. The best way to see them up close is to visit Lag-anland Elk Park, located north of Ljungby in Småland. The show en-closures, photo towers and feeding opportunities guarantee a close en-counter with one of the "kings of the forest".

> www.moosepark.eu

8. For art connoisseurs: Wanås sculpture parkDo you prefer classical or modern art? Whatever your tastes, you'll love Wanås. The renowned art col-lection in Wanås Castle includes

Dark secrets hiding behind idyllic facades

Where Pippi, Emil and Mardie come alive

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Go north – all the way!The North Cape is not really the northernmost point of Europe – that title could be claimed by Knivskjellodden point, a little to the west, which actually extends a further 1.5 km out into the great expanse of the Arctic Sea. But the North Cape is not only much easier to pronounce, but also the northernmost point accessible by vehicle.

And getting there is probably the last great adventure in Europe. A trip of 1500 km from Helsinki, or more than 2300 km from Malmö – both easily reachable by Finnlines ferries from Travemünde, Germany – through some of the most magnificent and remote parts of Northern Europe.

The North Cape lies in Norway, but starting in Helsinki, your journey will take you through almost all of Finland, always heading due north. Leaving the hustle and bustle of Finland's capital behind (see pages 14-15) you will soon find yourself in Lakeland. Deep green forests, rolling hills and, of course, thousands of glittering lakes. They are among the clea nest in the world, so make

sure you go for a refreshing swim. Heading farther north, you will reach Lapland – Finland's true Arctic wilderness, home of the midnight sun. For up to 70 nights, day never ends, and the sun bathes the barren, beautiful landscape in its light all day and night. The perfect conditions to hike, fish or even play golf at 3 am.

Once you have crossed into Norway, and come to the literal end of the road, you have reached your destination: the North Cape. Up to 200,000 people visit this special place every year. But in the past, only a few people could afford the trip. People like the King of Siam (today's Thailand), who came in 1907 – and whose visit is commemorated with

through a Thai pavil ion in the visitor centre. Like the King, you will be standing on a cliff 300 m above the icy waters of the Arctic Sea, and truly feel like you have reached the end of the world.

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Five cities from the coast to the mountains: City trips to Germany.

1. HamburgOur first stop is the port city of Hamburg, Germany's gateway to the world. This is very much a city ruled by merchants. The glori-ous historical office buildings and merchants' houses are eloquent tes- timony to their business acumen. The Speicherstadt (warehouse dis-trict) is particularly worth a visit, with its network of water passa-ges. The historical complex forms part of the modern Hafen City,

Hamburg's newest district, where you can admire the latest symbol of the city: the spectacular Elbe Philharmonic Hall.

2. BerlinFrom the "far north" to the capital. The people of Hamburg are famous for their reserved nature; by con-trast, the Berliners are known for their bluntness. Berlin has a rough charm that is a magnet for creative artists from around the world. It's

also a city where you can experien-ce the twentieth century history on every corner.

Germany is one of Europe's strongest economies, has a varied history and is also quite good at football. But is that all it has to offer? It's high time to take a closer look at the country – stopping at five cities from the coast to the mountains.

The Brandenburg Gate is the sym-bol of German and European reuni-fication after many years of sepa-ration. Visit the East Side Gallery, where artists have transformed a 1.3 km long stretch of the Berlin Wall into an "art mile".

3. LeipzigBerlin is famous for its wall. But the movement that finally brought the Berlin Wall down started in Leipzig. In autumn 1989, hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets in Leipzig to call for free-dom and democracy, in the famous "Monday Demonstrations". Today, Leipzig is noted for its creative scene and richly varied cultural life. Its many museums and art collec-tions are evidence of a great tradi-tion in literature, printing and mu-sic. The world-famous choir of St. Thomas was founded as long ago as 1212 and can be heard three times a week in St. Thomas' church – the church where Bach worked.

4. CologneTalking of churches, Cologne is home to Germany's most famous religious building, the massive Co-logne Cathedral. This is one of the most beautiful gothic buildings in the world and an architectural highlight of any trip to Germany.

Perhaps the second-biggest attrac-tion in Cologne is its famous carni-val celebrations. Particularly in the week before Lent, the locals dress up in costumes and celebrate wildly in the street and the bars. But don't worry if you aren't visiting during carnival season: the people of Co-logne are known for being cheerful and friendly all year round.

5. MunichMunich, the capital of Bavaria, is also a place where sociability is the order of the day. While the people of Cologne are famous for being cheerful, the people of Mu-nich are better known for their love of comfort and cosiness. Join them for a stein of beer and a hearty snack of bread and cold

cuts in a traditional inn or one of the many beer gardens around the city. Perhaps the most tradi-tional inn is the Hofbräuhaus in the old town. But don't relax too much – there's lots to see in the city. An absolute highlight for anyone interested in technology is the Deutsches Museum (German Museum), the largest natural his-tory and technology museum in the world, with around 30,000 exhibits.

So many highlights in just five stops. And Germany has many other fascinating areas to visit be-sides. What are you waiting for?

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point of your adventure and back (eventually). What you do with your time here is entirely up to you.Up here in the North, we believe that nature belongs to everyone, and so everyone should be able to

enjoy it. In Finland and Sweden, we call it Everyman's Right. That means you can stop and pitch a tent, or park your camper, almost wherever you like. You can even pick to your heart's content the

berries and mushrooms growing in our forests. (Bonus tip: if you find cloudberries, the gold of Lapland's forests, you're in for a treat. They are sweet, tasty and full of vitamin C.) Just make sure you treat nature with the respect it deserves. Don't get to close to settled areas, and don't stay in one spot for too long.

But who wants to jump into the same lake twice anyway, when there are a few hundred thousand different ones to choose from? And they're not just for swimming, of course. They're also perfect for fishing or kayaking, for example. Prefer to stay on dry land? Go on one of countless hikes, ranging from easy few-hour strolls to challenging multi-day adventures. Ride the

near- endless bike trails. Or, if you're willing to brave the cold, come in winter and try hiking with snow-

shoes, skiing, dog sledding or even ice swimming and ice diving (Just don't forget to thaw your frozen bones in a sauna afterwards!). We have it all. The choice is yours.

And of course you need to choose what to bring with you. If you're hunting for the perfect bend on your motorbike, you probably want to bring your sense of adventure, and little else. If you're coming in a motorhome or caravan, on the other hand, the sky is the limit: bicycles, fishing tackle, canoes, ski gear, cameras, tripods and lenses for the perfect holiday picture, paddling pool, goldfish bowl... Think you might need it? Go on, pack it! Fill your vehicle to the brim! Because Finnlines gets you across the Baltic Sea – safely, hassle-free, and with everything you're packing. We're just happy to know that you have everything you need for your perfect holiday.

Speaking of the ways we aim to make every trip with us the best: on the routes from Germany to Sweden and from Sweden to the Åland Islands and Finland, Finnlines accepts vehicles up to 4.40 m high at no extra charge. Because sometimes, freedom can be measured... by the headroom, as well as by the bargain prices we offer all year round. Oh, and one more thing for travellers with motorhomes: you can plug it into the on-board power system, to keep your fridge running and your food and drinks cool. Once again at no extra cost, of course. (However, please note that we only have a limited number of plugs available.)

And while your vehicle is safely stowed on deck, you can enjoy the comfort that Finnlines is renowned for, as we get you to your destination – or the starting point of your Nordic adventure. So go on a grand tour with us – and explore the North!

There are many ways to explore everything the Nordic countries have to offer. But arguably the best is on your own four wheels (or two, or six). Finnlines will take you and your vehicle to the starting

Ultimate freedom: Exploring the North in your own vehicle.Everyone can go on holiday. But only in your own car (or mobile home, or on your motorbike), can you really make it your holiday. Where to go? How long to stay? When to move on? You decide.

Fly fishing amid natural beautyGot your fishing tackle with you? Then you can catch your own supper. You're never far from a lake (187,888 in Finland, 96,000 in Sweden), the 4,300-km long coastline or countless streams and rivers. In Finland and Sweden, we have thousands of kilometres of rivers, big and small, that are just perfect for fly fishing. Pike-perch prefer the south, while brown trout, bream, ide and asp are found right across both countries. Good fishing!

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# 01Booking and passport/identity card control at the check-inAt Finnlines we take the security of our passengers seriously. We will therefore verify the identity of all passengers at check-in. Please be prepared to show your passport/identity card. All passenger details in the booking must match your ID exactly. When providing information about your vehicle, please keep in mind any additional load that might af-fect its measurements.

# 02Check-inCheck-in times depend on your chosen route. You can find exact departure times on our website, or con tact our Customer Service.

# 03Travelling with petsYou and your pet are very welcome aboard! There is ample space for a stroll on deck during the trip, and of course a designated area for your pet to do its business. Please bear in mind that you must book a cabin when travelling with a pet, and that your pet will need its own ticket. All our vessels offer a limited num-ber of pet cabins (each suitable for up to two animals). Unfortunately, bars, restaurants, sauna, and other public areas of the ship are off-limits

to pets. Please also make sure you know about any pet-related restric-tions and regulations in your coun-try of destination before you bring your pet on board.

# 04InternetSatellite-operated wireless internet access is available on most of our ships. There are wifi areas on the following decks:Star Class ships (Nordlink, Finn-maid, Finnlady & Finnstar): Deck 11Hansa Class ships (Finnpartner & Finntrader): Deck 4 Clipper Class ships (only on Finnclip-per): Deck 7As the wifi is satellite-operated, we are unfortunately unable to guar- antee internet access.

# 05Means of payment on boardOn-board purchases are payable in cash or by card. On connections to and from Finland we accept pay-ment in euros only. On connections to and from Sweden we also accept Swedish crowns. The following cre-dit and debit cards also accepted: American Express, Diners Club, Eu-rocard, Maestro, MasterCard, V PAY, Visa, Visa Debit and Visa Electron. Currency exchange is not available on our vessels.

# 06Mobile phoneMobile phone connections on board are routed through a satellite connection, so additional roaming charges may apply. Please ask your mobile service provider for details. This service is provided either by WINS (on Finnlady, Finnmaid, Finnstar, & Nordlink) or by SKY- BRIDGE (Finnclipper, Finneagle, Finnfellow, Finnpartner & Finntrader).

# 07Onboard timeOn connections to and from Fin-land, on-board time will be Finnish time (CET +1). On connections be- tween Germany and Sweden, on-board time will be Central Europe-an time (CET). Departure and arrival times are always displayed in local time.

# 08Smoking on boardSmoking is prohibited on board the entire ship, except in designated smoking areas. This includes e-ciga-rettes.

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