Schleswig-Holstein hosts the sailing world
Kiel Week
It is the largest sailing event in the world and, with 3.5 million guests each year, the largest summer festival in northern Europe – Kiel Week.
Every year at the end of June, the world elite and amateur sailors put their skills to the test in sailing regattas and compete in exciting races.
You and your family can experience all this from close quarters. Embark on one of the famous traditional sailing boats and follow the competitions from the water.
The highlight of the Kiel Week is the parade of windjammers and traditional sailing boats, where more than 100 large sailing boats set off towards the outer fjord.
You can find more information here: www.kielerwoche.de
Sail Travemünde
Sail Travemünde is a popular get-together for traditional classic sailing ships from all over the Baltic Sea area. It is organised as part of the ‘Baltic Sail’ events.
At the centre of this sailing event in Travemünde are the lovingly maintained traditional sailing boats and replicas of historical models which sailing enthusiasts young and old are invited to board for open ship days or to join the crew on exciting sailing trips.
You can find more information at
www.sail-travemuende.de or by calling the hotline +49 (0) 451 - 8899 700.
Rolex Baltic Week
Travemünde will be the venue of the exclusive Rolex Baltic Week, playing host to sailors from over 20 countries who will be competing in the first Rolex Farr 40 European Championships in the north.
The chief attraction of this class is that the world-renowned Farr 40 yachts have to be sailed by their amateur owners. They may, however, recruit some professionals for the crew.
Every year, this opportunity attracts big names from the regatta scene. With a bit of luck, Frederik, Crown Prince of Denmark will be amongst those participating as the owner of the yacht ‘Nanoq’. By the way: as well as the European Championship Trophy, the overall winner will get their hands on a precious Rolex watch.
You can find more information at www.rolex-baltic-week.com
Travemünde Week
Travemünde Week is one of the world’s largest sailing events. Every year, Travemünde Week plays host to around one million visitors who come to experience a unique combination of international sailing competition and maritime festivities.
Travemünde Week is staying true to form in 2010 by hosting a colourful mix of four- and five-masted boats, junior dinghies, traditional classes and modern skiffs and catamarans.
Once again, for the 120th edition, the Lübeck Yacht Club has incorporated many competitions and ‘best-in-class’ prizes to guarantee excitement and top-class sailing.
You can find more information here: www.travemuender-woche.de.
