Brest – Hellevoetsluis
Step aboard for an adventurous sailing voyage from Brest to Hellevoetsluis! Discover the French, English, Belgian, and Dutch coasts under sail.
NUMBER OF NIGHTS
9
EMBAR
23-09-2026, 17:00
Brest, FRDISEMBAR
02-10-2026, 09:00
Hellevoetsluis, NLPrice from p.p.
€1665
Level
2
Voyage description
The ‘Oosterschelde’ will be waiting for you in the port of Brest. One of France’s most important maritime cities, Brest is renowned for its rich naval heritage and its impressive natural harbour. For centuries, the city has been a key centre for French seafaring and provides an excellent gateway to explore the beautiful coastline of Brittany. The captain and crew warmly welcome you on board and show you to your cabin. While the ship’s cook is hard at work in the galley, you receive a detailed safety briefing on deck. In the evening, the captain explains the plans for the sailing voyage to Hellevoetsluis.
We sail north along the beautiful, rugged coasts of Brittany and Normandy. You are part of the crew and take part in the watch system. You help hoist, trim, and take down the sails, learn to navigate, and take the helm. We also share tall tales on the aft deck—most of them true ;-). We are not in a hurry, so there is a good chance we will make a stop along the way in a French, English, or Belgian coastal town.
Before long, the Dutch coast appears on the horizon. Through the Slijkgat channel we sail to the lock at Stellendam. For the first time in almost eleven months, the ‘Oosterschelde’Â is back in Dutch waters. We enjoy a final afternoon of sailing on the Haringvliet before mooring in the harbour of the fortified town of Hellevoetsluis. Here, on 2 October, you say goodbye to the ship and crew after breakfast.
We would like the ‘Oosterschelde’ to be accessible to everyone, but making a sea voyage aboard a sailing ship can be challenging and you must be sufficiently fit and healthy to do so. We divide all trips into three levels with an icon of one, two or three waves. Not every level is suitable for everyone. The shipping company may contact you to discuss your participation. In an extreme case, the shipping company may advise against going on a particular trip. Are you unsure if a particular trip is suitable for you? Then contact our shipping office to discuss it.
Level 1 voyages are suitable for anyone with good mobility and health. Often these voyages are in sheltered areas or close to the coast. However, it is still a journey on a sailing ship, at sea and so you must weigh up for yourself whether you can cope.
Level 2 voyages are often heavier or further from home. You must be able to cope well under sometimes challenging conditions, but in case of need, the ship can be in a port within 24 – 48 hours. There is no age limit, but you may be asked to provide additional proof of fitness or health.
Level 3 voyages are only for the experienced and fit sea traveler. The weather can be challenging and there are no ports to call at, along the way. We are out of helicopter range and medical care  from shore is not available. Level 3 voyages are suitable for participants up to the age of 73. If you are 73 years of age or above, you are very welcome to join our Level 1 or Level 2 voyages. The shipping company may contact you to request additional proof of fitness or health.
Reservation
Brest- Hellevoetsluis
| Ship | Oosterschelde |
|---|---|
| PRICE P.P. 2-PERSON CABIN | €1890 |
| PRICE P.P. 4-PERSON CABIN | €1665 |
| NUMBER OF NIGHTS | 9 |
| EMBARKATION DATE | 23-09-2026 |
| EMBARKATION TIME | 17:00 |
| EMBARKATION PLACE | Brest, FR |
| DISEMBARKATION DATE | 02-10-2026 |
| DISEMBARKATION TIME | 09:00 |
| DISEMBARKATION PLACE | Hellevoetsluis, NL |
| Level | 2 |
