SEA

2020NORWAY

Join us onboard Christian Radich, Wylde Swan

or Gulden Leeuw for exhilaration and relaxation,

exploration and adventure!

Sea Norway is a stage-by-stage, tall ship voyage along the Norwegian coast between Oslo in the south and Lofoten in the north. You are welcome to join us for one or more of our unique three-day stages, either northbound or southbound.

During each leg of the voyage, we promise you intimate contact with both the ocean and a crew from around the world, as well as a chance to race against other tall ships in a mini-regatta and an extraordinary experience of slow-life, oceanic vistas and coastal beauty.

EXPERIENCE THE SPECTACULAR COAST OF NORWAY

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CONTENTSea Norway Voyage plan 4

Voyage description and practical information 5

1 – voyage: Oslo – Kristiansand 6

2 – voyage: Kristiansand – Stavanger 7

3 – voyage: Stavanger – Bergen 8

4 – voyage: Bergen – Måløy 9

5 – voyage: Måløy – Ålesund 10

6 – voyage: Ålesund – Brønnøysund 11

7 – voyage: Brønnøysund – Bodø 12

8 – voyage: Bodø – Harstad 13

9 – voyage: Harstad – Reine 14

10 – voyage: Reine – Sandnessjøen 15

11 – voyage: Sandnessjøen – Kristiansund 16

12 – voyage: Kristiansund – Florø 17

13 – voyage: Florø – Flåm 18

14 – voyage: Flåm – Haugesund 19

15 – voyage: Haugesund – Kristiansand 20

16 – voyage: Kristiansand – IJmuiden 21

Christian Radich 22

Gulden Leeuw 23

Wylde Swan 24

Life on board 31

Cultural Experiences 32

Local Festivals 33

Local Food 34

City Life 35

Family Fun 36

Hiking 37

Local Heritages 38

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VOYAGE DEPARTURE DATE ARRIVAL« in some ports we will arrive a day before»

DATE

1 Oslo 17. jun Kristiansand 20. jun

2 Kristiansand 21. jun Stavanger 24. jun

3 Stavanger 24. jun Bergen 27. jun

4 Bergen 28. jun Måløy 01. jul

5 Måløy 01. jul Ålesund 04. jul

6 Ålesund 05. jul Brønnøysund 08. jul

7 Brønnøysund 08. jul Bodø 1 1. jul

8 Bodø 12. jul Harstad 15. jul

9 Harstad 15. jul Reine 18. jul

10 Reine 19. jul Sandnessjøen 22. jul

11 Sandnessjøen 22. jul Kristiansund 25. jul

12 Kristiansund 26. jul Florø 29. jul

13 Florø 29. jul Flåm 02. aug

14 Flåm 02. aug Haugesund 05. aug

15 Haugesund 05. aug Kristiansand 08. aug

16 Kristiansand 08. aug IJmuiden 1 1. aug

North

South

Ijmuiden, NL

Bodø

Kristiansand

Bergen

Haugesund

Stavanger

Oslo

Florø

Måløy

Kristiansund

Sandnessjøen

Harstad

Ålesund

Brønnøysund

Reine

Flåm

SEA NORWAY VOYAGE PLAN

VOYAGE DESCRIPTION

Practical informationPrice from: NOK 6600

Included during trips: Meals

Not included: Flights and tranfers

from and to the ship. Drinks on board

(available for local prices onboard),

Field Trips, Other personal expenses.

Sea Norway is raised and owned

by The Christian Radich Foundation

Adress

Akershustranda 9, Skur 32,

0150 Oslo, Norway

+47 22 47 82 70

Seanorway@radich.no

www.seanorway.info

Ocean SailingOn these stages, you get a real taste of the uniqueness of life aboard

a tall ship on the open ocean and the unforgettable experience of

taking the helm to steer hundreds of tons of majestic sailing ship.

RegattaOn these stages, you live aboard a tall ship at sea and get

the unforgettable experience of racing at full sail against

our sister ships.

Coastal CruiseOn these stages, you get the unforgettable experience

of living aboard a towering beauty of a tall ship while

enjoying the spectacularly wild scenery of Norway’s

coasts and the sublime splendor of its fjords.

Photo: Jan-Henrik Pederstad

OSLO – KRISTIANSANDEnjoy the feeling when the ship leaves Norway`s bustling capital.

This stage takes you from Oslo, Norway’s

bustling capital, along the coast to

Kristiansand on the southern tip of Norway,

with a stopover in Arendal along the way.

We sail onward to the coastal town of

Arendal, a famous harbour during the

age of tall ships. You can still see signs

of its heyday in the late nineteenth

century when Arendal was home

to many wealthy shipowners.

The final leg of the voyage takes us to Norway’s

southernmost city of Kristiansand, with its

charming old town of small wooden houses,

popular wildlife, amusement parks and

surrounding archipelago dotted with idyllic

islets and sheltered coves.

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DEPARTURE Oslo June 17 18:00

ARRIVAL Kristiansand June 20 10:00

Regatta

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This stage takes you from Kristiansand on

the southern tip of Norway, and westward

along the 'Norwegian Riviera' to Stavanger,

gateway to the magnificent Lysefjord and

home to Pulpit Rock, one of the world’s

truly breath-taking viewpoints.

KRISTIANSAND – STAVANGERJoin this trip to experience sailing a tall ship in full sail and the uniqueness of life at sea. Get a taste of southern Norway’s natural marvels Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen) and Lysefjorden.

We sail onward to Lysefjord, with its

vagabond’s cave, ancient farms, waterfalls,

idyllic islands and majestic landscape, where

you can choose to ascend the spectacular

Pulpit Rock 604 metres above.

The final leg of the voyage takes us to

Stavanger, considered Europe’s oil and

energy capital.

You stay on board until the next morning.

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DEPARTURE Kristiansand June 21 10:00

ARRIVAL Stavanger June 23 20:00

Ocean Sailing

Kristiansand

Stavanger

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STAVANGER – BERGEN

From Stavanger we sail northward along

the rugged Atlantic coast of western Norway,

protected by its thousands of offshore

islands. A tourist mecca for centuries,

the region features the most spectacular

fjord and mountain scenery in Norway.

Enjoy this trip to experience a coastal cruise that includes a half-day in Bergen and stopovers to see some of western Norway’s natural marvels, such as Hardangerfjord and the glaciers of Folgefonna National Park.

After departure, you can settle into the

unique rhythm of life at sea with your

co -sailor colleagues.

The final leg of the voyage takes us to Bergen

for a half-day in Norway’s “second city”.

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DEPARTURE Stavanger June 24 14:00

ARRIVAL Bergen June 27 09:00

Coastal Cruise

Bergen

Stavanger

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BERGEN – MÅLØY

This stage takes you from Bergen, Norway’s

“second city” and along the west coast to

the fishing village of Målø.

Join this trip to experience a ocean sailing that culminates in the coastal village of Måløy.

After departure, we sail through a series

of immaculate archipelagos while you settle

into the unique rhythm of life at sea with

your co-sailor colleagues.

The final leg of the voyage takes us north-

ward to the peaceful town of Måløy on the

island of Vågsøy. Norway’s most important

fishing port, Måløy is surrounded by light-

houses, has a beautiful silver sand beach

and is close to the famous Kannesteinen

rock, molded by the sea into a spectacular

mushroom-like shape.

You stay on board until the next morning.

Voyage 4

DEPARTURE Bergen June 28 10:00

ARRIVAL Måløy June 30 10:00

Ocean sailing

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The final leg of the voyage takes us to

Ålesund, “adventure capital of the fjords”.

This coastal pearl located on a cluster

of islands is famed for its Art Nouveau

architecture resplendent with turrets, spires

and beautiful ornamentation. It is also an

excellent starting point for excursions to

some of Norway’s most spectacular sights.

MÅLØY –ÅLESUND

This stage takes you from Måløy on the island

of Vågsøy, northward along the spectacular

coast of Sunnmøre to Ålesund.

Join this trip to experience a coastal cruise that culminates in the Art Nouveau town of Ålesund.

Å L E S U N D

Voyage 5

DEPARTURE Måløy Jul 01 16:00

ARRIVAL Ålesund Jul 04 10:00

Coastal Cruise

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DEPARTURE Ålesund Jul 05 09:00

ARRIVAL Brønnøysund Jul 08 09:00

Ocean Sailing

Ålesund

Brønnøysund

Ålesund

Brønnøysund ÅLESUND – BRØNNØYSUND

This stage takes you from Ålesund,

northward to Brønnøysund, a town situated

roughly half-way along Norway’s vast coast-

line, which is longer than the equator itself.

We sail northward towards the spectacular

coast of Helgeland with its network of

archipelagos consisting of more than 12,000

islands, rich birdlife and the legendary Seven

Sisters mountain range.

The voyage ends at Brønnøysund, a lively

coastal town steeped in history and

surrounded by thousands of islands.

It is also close to some of Norway’s most

spectacular sights, such as the Torghatten

mountain with its famous central peephole.

Join this trip to experience ocean sailing and the uniqueness of life at sea. Be charmed by the coastal town of Brønnøysund and the spectacular Helgeland coastline.

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BRØNNØYSUND – BODØ

This stage takes you from Brønnøysund –

half-way point along Norway’s vast coastline

– and beyond the Arctic Circle to Bodø,

gateway to the true north.

Join this trip to experience a ocean sailing that culminates in the Arctic city of Bodø.

The voyage ends at the Arctic city of

Bodø, gateway to Norway's true north

and home to the world’s strongest

maelstrom Saltstraumen.

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DEPARTURE Brønnøysund Jul 08 16:00

ARRIVAL Bodø Jul 11 09:00

Ocean Sailing

Brønnøysund

Bodø

A perfect jumping- off point for visiting

the majestic Lofoten Islands, Bodø is also

close to some of Norway’s most spectacular

sights, such as the famous mountain of

Torghatten with its central “peephole”.

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This stage takes you from the Arctic city of

Bodø northward to Harstad on the tip of

Norway’s largest island, Hinnøya, the gateway

to Lofoten and the Vesteraalen archipelago.

BODØ – HARSTAD Join this trip to experience a ocean sailing that includes a stopover at the enchanting Trollfjord and culminates in Harstad, gateway to Vesterålen and Lofoten. Arrive a day early to explore the gateway city to the true north, Bodø.

After the exhilaration of tall ship racing,

we navigate into the very heart of Lofoten.

From Trollfjord we weave through the world's

northernmost inhabited archipelago of

Vesteraalen to end our voyage at Harstad.

Known as the cultural capital of Northern

Norway and a coastal gourmet city, Harstad

bustles with restaurants, festivals and cultur-

al events, especially during the summer

when everything is fuelled by the midnight

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DEPARTURE Bodø Jul 12 10:00

ARRIVAL Harstad Jul 15 09:00

Ocean Sailing

Harstad

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HARSTAD – REINE

This stage takes you from Harstad, on the tip

of Norway’s largest island, Hinnøya, to the

breathtakingly beautiful village of Reine with

its fishermen’s huts dotting the shoreline

and surrounding granite peaks rising out

of Reinefjorden.

Join this trip to experience a ocean sailing through the seas around the spectacular Lofoten archipelago. From our point of departure some 170 kilometres above the Arctic Circle we head south to the breathtakingly beautiful village of Reine.

After departure, you can settle into the

unique rhythm of life at sea with your

co-sailor colleagues, as we cruise through

the seas around the world's northernmost

inhabited archipelago.

The voyage ends at Reine, a picturesque

fishing village on the island of Moskenesøya.

Situated on the E10, the scenic route across

Lofoten and surrounded by a breathtaking

backdrop of granite peaks, Reine is reputed

to be the most beautiful village in Norway.

Voyage 9

DEPARTURE Harstad Jul 15 16:00

ARRIVAL Reine Jul 18 09:00

Ocean Sailing

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Join this trip to experience a ocean sailing that culminates in Sandnessjøen.

REINE – SANDNESSJØEN

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DEPARTURE Reine Jul 19 10:00

ARRIVAL Sandnessjøen Jul 22 09:00

Ocean sailing

This stage takes you from Reine village,

located more than 100 kilometers above

the Arctic Circle, to Sandnessjøen, gateway

to the magnificent Helgeland coast.

The voyage ends at the coastal town of

Sandnessjøen on the island of Alsta, just

west of the imposing Seven Sisters mountain

range. This majestic chain of craggy peaks

rising to 1,000 metres above the shoreline

has been the regular hiking ground of Her

Majesty Queen Sonja of Norway.

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Voyage 11

DEPARTURE Sandnessjøen Jul 22 16:00

ARRIVAL Kristiansund Jul 25 09:00

This stage takes you from Sandnessjøen, on

the island of Alsta, to Kristiansund, Norway’s

‘clipfish capital’ and a world hub for salted

cod and bacalao.

After departure, we sail southward along the

spectacular coast of Helgeland as you settle

into the unique rhythm of life at sea with your

co-sailor colleagues. On day two you can

enjoy the unforgettable experience of being

aboard.

The voyage ends at the “polychrome” city of

Kristiansund with its distinctive architecture,

narrow streets and the enormous crystal-like

structure of ‘Norway’s boldest modern

church’.

SANDNESSJØEN – KRISTIANSUNDJoin this trip to experience racing a tall ship in full sail and the uniqueness of life at sea. Be charmed by the picturesque, “polychrome” city of Kristiansund.

Ocean Sailing

Spread across a cluster of islands connected

by the famous Sundbåten ferry –the world's

oldest public transport service in uninter-

rupted use – this charming community hosts

a regular program of unique festivals, from

the Tahiti Festival to an annual outdoor op-

era performance called Donna Bacalao.

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KRISTIANSUND – FLORØJoin this trip to experience a ocean sailing along the stunning coastline of Sogn and Fjordane that culminates in the picturesque town of Florø.

This stage takes you from Kristiansund,

a lively festival city and world hub for

salted cod and bacalao, to Florø,

Norway's westernmost town.

After departure, we sail southward along

the stunning coastline of Sogn and Fjordane

as you settle into the unique rhythm of life

at sea with your co-sailor colleagues.

The voyage ends at the picturesque town of

Florø. Steeped in history and surrounded by

a series of pristine archipelagos, this charming

community provides a taste of authentic

coastal life. Florø is located close to Norway's

famous western fjords, with their spectacular

mountains and glaciers.

Voyage 12

DEPARTURE Kristiansund Jul 26 14:00

ARRIVAL Florø Jul 29 09:00

Ocean Sailng

Kristiansund

Florø

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FLORØ – FLÅM Join this trip to experience a coastal cruise that take you from the open ocean at Norway’s western tip to Flåm, at the heart of fjord Norway.

This stage takes you from Florø, Norway's

westernmost town, to Flåm, at the head

of the magnificent Aurlandsfjord.

At its head sits our destination, the charming

village of Flåm, in a truly spectacular setting

surrounded by steep mountains, thundering

waterfalls and narrow valleys.

It is the perfect base for a 20-kilometre

ride on the stunning Flåmsbane mountain

railway, which winds past deep ravines

and panoramic views up to a station on the

Hardangervidda plateau. In Flåm you can

also enjoy unique local cuisine, such as

pizza made with ale bread base, cheese

from nearby mountain goats and locally

made aquavit sausage.

The voyage ends next morning.

Voyage 13

DEPARTURE Florø Jul 29 16:00

ARRIVAL Flom Aug 01 16:00

Coastal Cruise

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This stage takes you from Flåm through

the magnificent Aurlandsfjord, Sognefjord

and Hardangerfjord and south along the

Atlantic coast of western Norway to

Haugesund, “homeland of the Viking kings”.

After departure, you settle into the unique

rhythm of life onboard with your co-sailor

colleagues.

FLÅM – HAUGESUNDJoin this trip to experience a coastal cruise that takes you through the heart of Fjord Norway to Haugesund, “homeland of the Viking kings”.

The final leg of the voyage takes us to the

lively town of Haugesund, flanked by the

Folgefonna glacier in the north and the

mountain formation of Preikestolen in

the south.

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DEPARTURE Flåm Aug 02 16:00

ARRIVAL Haugesund Aug 05 09:00

Coastal Cruise F L Å M

Flåm

Haugesund

Haugesund is widely known as “homeland

of the Viking kings” as it was base for

Harald the Fairhaired who united Norway

into a single kingdom a thousand years ago.

The city is also known for its Jazzfestival.

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HAUGESUND – KRISTIANSAND

This stage takes you southward from

Haugesund.

After departure, you can settle into the

unique rhythm of life at sea with your

co- sailor colleagues.

Time for the unforgettable experience of

being aboard a tall ship in full sail as we com-

pete in a short regatta with our sister ships.

On the way to Kristiansand on the southern tip of Norway you get a taste of southern Norway’s natural marvels Pulpit Rock and Lysefjord.

After the exhilaration of tall ship racing,

the final leg of the voyage takes us along

the 'Norwegian Riviera' to the southern

tip of Norway, where we drop anchor in

Kristiansand, with its idyllic archipelago and

beaches, charming whitewashed old town,

and famed wildlife and amusement parks.

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DEPARTURE Haugesund Aug 05 16:00

ARRIVAL Kristiansand Aug 08 09:00

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DEPARTURE Kristiansand Aug 08 16:00

ARRIVALIjmuiden Aug 11 18:00

KRISTIANSAND – IJMUIDEN

This stage takes you from Kristiansand

on the southern tip of Norway some

408 nautical miles south, before ending

in Ijmuiden, gateway to Amsterdam.

Join this trip to experience being aboard a tall ship in full sail on the open ocean. On the way to Ijmuiden on this extended voyage, you get a real taste of the uniqueness of life at sea.

After departure from Kristiansand, we

leave behind the 'Norwegian Riviera' with

it’s networks of bays and skerries and allow

you to settle into the unique rhythm of life

at sea with your co-sailor colleagues.

We sail onward through the Skagerrak strait,

passing the Jutland peninsula of Denmark

and heading south along the beautiful west

coast of Denmark with its countless bays

and inlets.

After the exhilaration of tall ship racing, the

voyage continues into the North Sea and

along the northern coast of the Netherlands,

dotted with long sandy beaches and dunes,

before we drop anchor in Ijmuiden harbor.

Ijmuiden is the largest fishing port in the

Netherlands and the maritime gateway to

Amsterdam, via the North Sea Canal with its

gigantic sealocks. IJmuiden beach is one of

the broadest in the Netherlands and perfect

for wind- and kitesurfing.

Besides the many attractions of Amsterdam,

North Holland is famed for its cheese

markets, windmills, beautiful beaches

and attractive dune landscapes.

Ocean Sailing

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Christian Radich was built by Framnæs

Mech. Yard in 1937. She was built as a sail

training ship: the orlops (dormitories)

had capacity for berthing 80-90 students

(maximum 80 today after renovation), a

large galley for learning to cook, carpentry

training, and earlier there was also a machine

shop on board (where the galley is now) for

the training of engineers. The purpose of the

training ship was to train sailors. Sailing- ships

were the usual vessels around the turn of

the century and that is why the sailing ships

continued as a school ship later on.

Not many can measure themselves against

her, neither in size, beauty nor qualities.

To participate on a voyage aboard the

“Christian Radich” is an adventure as well

as an opportunity to learn something about

the life on board a sailing ship. – And who

knows, maybe an opportunity to learn

something about yourself too?

CHRISTIAN RADICH

GULDEN LEEUW (Golden Lion) is a large, sturdy tall ship

that reminds us of the thirties and has the deck layout of

a classic yacht. A ship with a rich history. In 1937, the ship

was built as a research vessel for the Danish government.

After many wanderings, the current owners gave her a new

life as three-master topsail schooner. Its multifunctional

quality is now the primary feature of the ship. We sail all

over the world with a passion for sail training, corporate

hospitality and education. Our vision for all three purposes

is that the ship contributes to a journey that is more than

the sum of its parts.

Here, on the Gulden Leeuw, we want to offer our guests an

experience. Making it possible to experience the emotion

of being out at sea on a magnificent tall ship for a day or

night. To be overwhelmed by the vastness of the ship, the

sensation of sailing and our marvellous service- oriented

crew. But also to create the feeling that people can

feel at home. Finding the perfect balance between

these aspects is our main goal.

GULDEN LEEUW

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Wylde Swan is ideally suited for the

Scandinavian seas and fjords. She started

her working life in 1920 as a herring hunter

to bring fresh fish from the North Atlantic

to Norway and Denmark. Between 2007

and 2010, the sleek ship with the beautiful

lines was converted into the spectacular

schooner that the Wylde Swan is today.

WYLDE SWANEach and every guest that gets to know

Wylde Swan falls in love with her.

The spectacular sailing capacities and

the spacious decks and interior makes

the Wylde Swan the perfect ship for

a short of longer trip in the beautiful

Norwegian waters.

On board you can choose to mingle

with the other guests and build

valuable relationships. You can

also find privacy on deck to enjoy

the magnificent views or retreat to

the privacy of your bunk to rest or

read a book.

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The shop on board In the small shop you can buy some

snacks, chocolate, soft drinks, toiletries

and souvenirs.

Mobile phone and power The mobile phone has no coverage when

we are in open sea. Should a situation

require contact with people ashore,

the ship and the office will assists you.

Power supply on board is 220 VAC.

Washing clothesIt’s not possible to wash your clothes on

board. If your voyage are longer than one

week, you may contact the sergeant in

order to use the ships washing machine.

The ships have limited space for luggage.

A bag which takes 120 litres is what you

can bring onboard on the voyage. If you

have heavy luggage, we will transport

this for this for you for an additional cost.

You can book luggage transport online.

Packing list

Most important is that you bring some

warm clothes, clothes that are water- and

windproof, and good shoes. Even if you sail

in summer, it can be cold at sea, especially

on a night watch. We recommend that you

bring with you:

• Passport

• Sleeping bag, not too warm

• Warm and waterproof clothing

• Cap

• Gloves

• Toiletries

• Suntan lotion

• Sunglasses

• Shoes with rubber soles, or rubber boots

• Towel

• Personal medicines

• Mobil charger

• Small backpack if going ashore

• Choose clothes that may take stains

• Pack in a soft bag without wheels.

The bag shall be stored into your locker,

which takes 120 liters.

• A part of the locker can be locked with

a small padlock that you bring with you

or purchase on board.

Welcome to a voyage of discovery aboard

our three ships, Christian Radich, Wylde

Swan and Gulden Leeuw, three of the last

great “windjammers” of the last century

still in active service.

Join us for a Sea Norway voyage and we

promise you intimate contact with the

ocean and a crew of co-sailors from around

the world, a chance to race against other tall

ships in a mini-regatta and an extraordinary

experience of slow-life, oceanic beauty and

endlessly changing scenery.

During your time aboard, not only can you

experience steering, climbing aloft, setting

the sails and living on a towering beauty of

a tall ship, you can do it while enjoying the

spectacularly wild scenery of Norway’s

rugged coasts and the sublime splendor

of its fjords.

No days will be the same. One could see you

setting & trimming sails, steering, navigating

and learning the ways of the open sea; the

next you might spend enjoying the fjords

with the sun in your face, swaying in

a hammock with a good book, taking photos

or discussing the ways of the world with

your fellow adventurers over a cup of coffee.

As a trainee, you may find yourself taking

the helm at night, watching dolphins play

in the bow waves and whales pass by, while

the others sleep and the only sound is the

wind in the sails. On a regatta stage you may

experience the magic of team spirit, as the

crew fight to squeeze the last bit of speed

out of the ship and still have time to have

fun. And you will remember falling asleep

as moonlight and phosphorescence flash

in a dark sea, listening to the endless sound

of breaking bow waves.

Join Sea Norway and every day will bring

new beginnings, new sights and sounds,

new horizons and new adventures.

Welcome to an oceanic experience

of a lifetime!

LIFE ON BOARDHave you ever dreamed about the thrill of taking the helm and steering hundreds of tons of majestic sailing ship across the ocean?

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Unique historical attractions range from

World Heritage sites to a Viking chieftain’s

longhouse with its own banqueting hall and

a 17th century Manor House and Renaissance

garden in a remote village.

CULTURAL EXPERIENCES Why not supplement your voyage with unique cultural experiences. Our ports of call make it easy for you to get some authentic Norwegian cultural experiences.

Sample the local cuisine, whether you prefer

western Norwegian delicacies like smoked

ribs and lamb's or famous seafood specialties

like salted cod and bacalao or unique dishes

from inland villages, such as pizza made with

ale bread base, cheese from mountain goats

and aquavit embellished sausage.LO FOT R V I K I N G M U S E U M , LO FOT E N

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LOCAL FESTIVALS

Why not supplement your voyage with

a few peculiarly Norwegian festivals.

Our stopovers sometimes coincide with

local festivals, of which Norway has some

unique examples: there’s the Tahiti Festival,

an outdoor opera called Donna Bacalao

and the world’s biggest herring feast.

Local communities may also organise

weekend “welcome festivals” when our

flotilla of tall ships and heritage craft arrive. F E ST I VA L , O S LO

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LOCAL FOODWhy not supplement your voyage with a

few once-in-a-lifetime culinary experiences.

Norway’s cuisine is as diverse as its country-

side. Our many ports of call, both coastal

and deep inland, allow you to sample

a wide range of local specialties.

Try western Norwegian delicacies like

smoked ribs and lamb’s head, famous

coastal seafood dishes like salted cod

and bacalao, or uniquely local recipes

from inland villages, such as pizza made

with ale bread base, cheese from mountain

goats and aquavit embellished sausage.

Our stopovers sometimes coincide with local

festivals, of which Norway has some unique

examples with a culinary twist: try the out-

door opera called Donna Bacalao or eat your

way through the world’s biggest herring feast.

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CITY LIFEVisit some of Norway’s most enticing coastal

cities and towns. Norway’s coastal cities and

towns are dotted along the second longest

coastline of any country in the world.

From the east, around the southern tip and

westwards to the high North, the contrasts

are extreme. The southernmost city of

Kristiansand has idyllic beaches, a charming

whitewashed old town and famous wildlife

and amusement parks. Bodø, located north

of the Arctic Circle, is home to the "midnight

sun", eagle and whale safaris and the world’s

strongest maelstrom.

Other captivating coastal stopovers include

the cosmopolitan oil capital of Stavanger,

with Europe’s best-preserved wooden house

settlement and Norway’s best surfing, and

Bergen, the west coast World Heritage site

and international maritime hub.LU N C H I N B E RG E N

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Why not supplement your voyage with a few fun activities for the whole family.

Norway can be a fun place for the whole

family, young and old alike. Not only will

you find family-friendly hotels, restaurants

and attractions.

FAMILY FUN

For the energetic and fearless, the thrills

include sea kayaking, white-water-rafting,

glacier trekking, bungee jumping, dogsled-

ding, bobsledding, skiing and snowmobiling.

Gentler family options include safaris to seek

out whales, eagles or wild reindeer, boat trips

on magnificent fjords, interactive museums,

water and wildlife parks and Viking-themed

activities.

A unique Norwegian experience for the

whole family is the Climate Park, with

Norway`s coolest classroom set 50 meters

into the ice and an ice tunnel below the

highest mountain north of the Alps.

Norwegians are also avid festival-goers,

so look out for the many music and culture

festivals and the more unique varieties,

such as the Tahiti Festival, an outdoor opera

called Donna Bacalao or the world’s biggest

herring feast.

In a country that claims, “there is no such

thing as bad weather – only bad clothing”

indoor options can be a good fallback.

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Why not supplement your voyage with a few once-in-a-lifetime hiking adventures. Norway, with its amazingly varied terrain, wide-open spaces and interconnected network of trails and cabins, is an Eldorado for hikers and nature lovers.

HIKING

Regardless of whether you prefer to visit

World Heritage sites and iconic attractions,

such as the panoramic Pulpit Rock or the

world’s strongest maelstrom Saltstraumen,

or rather want to discover breathtakingly

beautiful villages and remote alpine plateaus,

hiking can take you there.

On our visits to the Lofoten archipelago,

stop at the most beautiful village in Norway,

Reine for a trek up to the breathtaking sea-

scapes from Reinebringen mountain or hike

along a seascape of little fishing villages

stacked up one after the other like a string

of pearls. If you want to follow in the foot-

steps of Norway’s Queen Sonja, our stop at

Sandnessjøen brings you close to her favorite

hiking destination, the craggy peaks of the

Seven Sisters mountain range.

Inland from Bergen or Haugesund, you can

wander for days across the alpine plateau

of the Hardangervidda National Park. With

nearly 30 public cabins and endless trails to

hike, it’s home to a large herd of wild reindeer

and close to the Folgefonna glacier.

If you travel through the city of Stavanger,

don’t miss the hike up to Pulpit Rock, one

of the world’s truly breath-taking viewpoints.

From this panorama point, at 604 meters,

you look down on the magnificent Lysefjord,

with its vagabond’s cave, ancient farms, wate r-

falls, idyllic islands and majestic landscape.

Many of the best outdoor destinations are

within easy reach of our ports of call and

you will find a wide selection of hiking and

exploring excursions suitable for all ages

and levels of mobility.

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Norway’s rich history and cultural heritage

can be seen in its ancient stave churches,

unique museums, traditional cuisine and

thriving folklore and artistic traditions.

Many of the country’s World Heritage sites

are in easy reach of our ports of call, from

the Arctic islands of Vega and Bergen's

wooden Hanseatic quayside to the medieval

Stave Church at Urnes in Sognefjord.

Norway is also renowned for its maritime

heritage, from fishing and shipping to oil

and gas. You can see evidence of this all

along our route, from traditional fishing

ports like Måløy and the ‘clipfish capital’

of Kristiansund founded on bacalao,

to the futuristic Norwegian Petroleum

Museum in Stavanger.

Other attractions you can discover along the

way include a Viking chieftain’s longhouse

with its own banqueting hall, a 17th century

Manor House and Renaissance garden in a

remote coastal village, and the fairy-tale-like

Art Nouveau architecture of Ålesund.

Once ashore, you’ll discover a plethora of

museums, from Bergen’s Hanseatic Museum,

Lofoten’s Stockfish Museum and Norwegian

Fishing Village Museum, to the Flåm Railway

Museum and Oslo’s hyper-modern Munch

Museum.

LOCAL HERITAGES Why not complement your voyage by exploring Norway’s unique heritage.

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ST I F T E L S E N C H R I ST I A N RA D I C H

Akershusstranda 9, Skur 32 0150 Oslo, Norway

Phone: +47 22 47 82 70Phone Morten Torp: +47 994 28 430

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