SeaNorway2020

SEA

N O R WAY

2020

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.

Photo: Jan-Henrik Pederstad

EXPERIENCE ­­ THE ­S PECTACULAR COAST ­O F NORWAY

CONTENT Sea 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 – Bodø 16 12 – voyage: Bodø – Bodø 17 13 – voyage: Bodø – Kristiansund 18 14 – voyage: Kristiansund – Bergen 19 15 – voyage: Bergen – 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

SEA NORWAY VOYAGE PLAN VOYAGE

DEPARTURE

DATE

ARRIVAL

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

Bodø

25. jul

12

Bodø

26. jul

Bodø

29. jul

13

Bodø

29. jul

Kristiansund

01. aug

14

Kristiansund

02. aug

Bergen

05. aug

15

Bergen

05. aug

Kristiansand

08. aug

« in some ports ­ we will arrive ­ a day before»

Harstad Reine Bodø

Sandnessjøen Brønnøysund

Harstad Kristiansund Ålesund

Reine Måløy

Bodø Bergen

North South New

Oslo Stavanger

Sandnessjøen Kristiansand

Brønnøysund 4

VOYAGE DESCRIPTION Practical information Price from: NOK 6600 Included during trips: Meals

Ocean Sailing

Not included: Flights and tranfers ­ from a­ nd to the ship. Drinks on board­ (available for local prices onboard), ­­­ Field Trips, ­Other personal expenses.

On 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.

The age limit is 15 years old (­ on departure date), and 8 years old when sailing with ­ parents.

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

Coastal Cruise On 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

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

Photo: Victoria-Nevland-Visit-Sørlandet

Kristiansand

Voyage 1

KRISTIANSAND

Costal Cruise DEPARTURE Oslo

June 17

18:00

ARRIVAL Kristiansand

June 20

10:00

Go on board Christian Radich and joing the ship 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.

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 a­ ge ­­ of tall ships. You can still see signs­of 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.

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KRISTIANSAND – STAVANGER Join this trip to experience sailing a tall ship in full sail and the uniqueness of life a­ t sea. ­ Get a taste of southern Norway’s natural marvels Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen) and Flørli Stairs.

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Photo: CH - visitnorway.com

Kristiansand

Front cover photo: Håvard Hanasand

Stavanger

Ocean Sailing S TAVA N G E R

DEPARTURE Kristiansand

June 21

10:00

ARRIVAL Stavanger

June 24

09:00

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.

We will take a stop in Lysefjorden, and you can take a hike to Preikestolen (The Pulpit Rock). Preikestolen (The Pulpit Rock) towers 604 metres above the Lysefjord and the ­ hike up is one of Norway’s most famous mountain hikes.

At the top you will get a great view ­out ­ of the Lysefjord and Preikestolen.

The final leg of the voyage takes us ­ to ­Stavanger.

You stay on board until t­ he next morning.

You can also choose to take a hike up the Flørli stairs. The stairs gave 4.444 steps and­ is one of the longest wooden staircases in the world. We have 20 seats for this trip.

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STAVANGER – BERGEN

Bergen

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 Rosendal and Odda.

Stavanger Photo: Runar Larsen

Voyage 3 Coastal Cruise DEPARTURE Stavanger

June 24

ARRIVAL Bergen

June 27

14:00 09:00

From Stavanger we sail northward along ­ the rugged Atlantic coast of western Norway, protected by its thousands ofa offshore ­islands. A tourist mecca for centuries, ­ the region features the most spectacular fjord and mountain scenery in Norway.

After one day, we make a stop in Rosendal, you can visit the Barony.

A bus will take you to Odda where you can join our guides on a fantastisc walk in the “Fairy Tale” – wood, this is not included ­ and mus be prebooked.

You can also walk around and get to know Odda. The ships will meet you in Odda and we prepare a special meal from the local ­ cuisine in the evening!

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The final leg of the voyage takes us to B ­ ergen for a half-day in Norway’s “second city”.

BERGEN – MÅLØY Join this trip to experience a coastal cruise that culminates in the coastal­village of Måløy.

Måløy

Photo: Bergen Reiselivslag / Robin Strand - visitBergen.com

Bergen

Voyage 4

BERGEN

Coastal Cruise DEPARTURE Bergen ARRIVAL Måløy

June 28

10:00

July 1

09:00

This stage takes you from Bergen, Norway’s “second city” and along the west coast to the fishing 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.

We go into quay after breakfast tuesday morning, enough time to explore the place.

You can join in on Coasteering or Yoga at the beautiful Refvik beach, these tours must be prebooked. Fishing is important in Måløy and we invite you to go fishing. Later that ­ day we plan to prepare the food together.

There are hiking trails from the City Center into the island and the quayside is lively in summer. Måløy has a Second World War history center and there is a fishing museum in town.

You stay on board until t­ he next morning.

The final leg of the voyage takes us northward to the peaceful town of Måløy.

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MÅLØY – ÅLESUND Join this trip to experience a coastal cruise with a stop in Skageflå if the weather is good.

Ålesund

Photo: olga.govorkoFoap/Visitnorway.com

Photo: Jan-Henrik Pederstad

Måløy

Voyage 5

ÅLESUND

Coastal Cruise

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DEPARTURE Måløy

Jul 01

16 :00

ARRIVAL Ålesund

Jul 04

10:00

This stage takes you from Måløy on the island of Vågsøy, northward along the spectacular coast of Sunnmøre to Ålesund.

If the weather is good we will take a stop ­ in Skageflå. Surrounded by a breathtaking Alpine landscape of sharp mountain peaks and glaciers,this magnificent fjord is an ­ ideal base for hiking. We will make a stop ­ at ­Skageflå and tend to those who want ­ to hike Skageflå-Holmlong.

It is a hike that takes a bout 4-6 hours.

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.

It is quite possibly one of the most scenic places you will ever visit. If you dont want to take the hike, you can stay on board and enjoy the beautiful nature. Information from here.

ÅLESUND – BRØNNØYSUND

Brønnøysund

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

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Photo: Samuel Taipale/visitnorway.com

Photo: Jan-Henrik Pederstad

Ålesund

Ocean Sailing

ÅLESUND

DEPARTURE Ålesund

Jul 05

10:00

ARRIVAL Brønnøysund

Jul 08

09:00

This stage takes you from Ålesund, northward to Brønnøysund, a town situated roughly half-way along Norway’s vast coastline, which is longer than the equator itself.

We sail northward towards the spectacular coast of Helgeland with its network of ­archipelagos consisting of more than­12,000 islands, rich birdlife and the legendary ­ Seven Sisters mountain range.

We are planning a stop at the small ­ Island Grip.

OncethiswasNorway`ssmallestmunicipality, now the island is summerrecidences. The builings are charming and colorful. Between the houses you may visit the over 500 years old stave Churh.

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.

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BRØNNØYSUND – BODØ

Bodø

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

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K J E R R I N G ØY

Ocean Sailing DEPARTURE Brønnøysund

Jul 08

ARRIVAL Bodø

Jul 11

Photo: Jan-Henrik Pederstad

Photo: Terje Rakke/Nordic life - Visitnorway.com

Brønnøysund

16:00 09:00

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.

If the weather is good, we will take a stop ­

by Svartisen.

You can explore Svartisen close-up by biking and hiking and even take a blue-ice trek on the glacier itself and through its mazes.

You can choose to attend the trip to Svartisen, or stay on board.

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The voyage ends at the Arctic city of ­ Bodø, gateway to Norway’s true north ­ and home ­to the world’s strongest ­ maelstrom Saltstraumen.

A perfect jumping-­off point for visiting ­ the majestic Lofoten ­Islands, Bodø ­is also close to some of N ­ orway’s most spectacular sights, such ­as the famous mountain of Torghatten ­with its central “peephole”.

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. Lofoten is known for nature attractions like the midnight sun and the northern lights.

Harstad

Bodø

Ocean Sailing DEPARTURE Bodø

Jul 12

10:00

ARRIVAL Harstad

Jul 15

09:00

Photo: Jan-Henrik Pederstad

Photo: Benjamin A. Ward / Visitnorway.com

Voyage 8 H A R S TA D

This stage takes you from the Arctic city of Bodø northward to Harstad on the tip of Norway’slargestisland,Hinnøya,thegateway to Lofoten and the Vesteraalen archipelago.

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 cultural ­events, especially during the summer when everything is fuelled by the midnight sun.

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HARSTAD – REINE

Harstad

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.

Reine

Photo: Thomas Rasmus Skaug / Visitnorway.com

Photo: Ernst Furuhatt

Voyage 9 Ocean Sailing

REINE

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DEPARTURE Harstad

Jul 15

ARRIVAL Reine

Jul 18

16:00 09:00

This stage takes you from Harstad, on the­ tip of Norway’s largest island, Hinnøya, to­ the breathtakingly beautiful village of Reine withitsfishermen’shutsdottingtheshoreline­ and surrounding granite peaks rising out ­of Reinefjorden.

And why not arrive a day before departure to explore Harstad. Known as the cultural capital of Northern Norway and a coastal gourmet city, Harstad bustles with restaurants, festivals and cultural events, especially during the ­ summer when everything is fuelled by the midnight sun.

It is also a perfect jumping-off point for ­ exploring the wonders of the spectacular ­ Lofoten islands, with their giant cod, jagged mountains, white sandy beaches and large artistic community attracted by the unique polar light and Midnight Sun.

REINE – SANDNESSJØEN

Reine

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

Photo: Ernst Furuhatt

Photo: Ernst Furuhatt

REINE

Sandnessjøen

Voyage 10 Ocean sailing DEPARTURE Reine

Jul 19

ARRIVAL Sandnessjøen

Jul 22

10:00 09:00

This stage takes you from Reine village, ­ located more than 100 kilometers above­ the Arctic Circle, to Sandnessjøen, gateway to the magnificent Helgeland coast.

If the weather is good, we will take stop ­

by Svartisen.

You can explore Svartisen close-up by biking and hiking and even take a blue-ice trek on the glacier itself and through its mazes.

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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SANDNESSJØEN – BODØ Join this ocean sailing to the charming city Bodø, and explore beautiful Lofoten with us.

Bodø

Photo: Thomas Rasmus Skaug / Visitnorway.com

Sandnessjøen

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LO F OT E N

Coastal Cruise

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DEPARTURE Sandnessjøen

Jul 22

16:00

ARRIVAL Bodø

Jul 25

09:00

From Sandnessjøen we will head ­north ­ and sail in “Vestfjorden” ­towards Lofoten.

Lofoten is so u ­ nique and there are so many­ pittoresque places, beautiful beaches and high mountains to see and visit.

May be we will make a short stop in popular Svolvær, the artic village in the center of Lofoten one of the days.The voyage ends at the Arctic city of Bodø, gateway to Norway’s true north and home to the world’s strongest maelstrom Saltstraumen.

A perfect jumping-off point for visiting ­ the ­majestic Lofoten Islands, Bodø is a­ lso close to some of Norway’s most spectacular sights, such as the famous mountain of Torghattenwith its central “peephole”.

BODØ – BODØ Join this trip to experience a coastal cruise along the stunning coastline of Lofoten. Lofoten is spectacular and one of the most visited places in Norway each summer. We will explore the hightlights, Vestfjorden, Trollfjorden, Nusfjord, maybe Værøy or fishing in the Moskenesstraum.

Where we go depends a little on the winds and weather, that is how it is to travel on a sailingship!

Bodø

Photo: Jan-Henrik Pederstad

Photo: Ernst Furuhatt

Voyage 12 Coastal Cruise DEPARTURE Bodø

Jul 26

14:00

ARRIVAL Bodø

Jul 29

09:00

S A K R I S ØY

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.

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BODØ – KRISTIANSUND

Bodø

Join this trip to experience a ocean sailing that take you from Bodø to Kristiansund, Norway’s ‘clipfish capital’ and a world hub for salted cod and bacalao. The coast of Helgeland is also one of the most visited places in summer time. The nature is breathtaking!

Photo: Sverre Hornevik

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Photo: Ernst Furuhatt

Kristiansund

Nytt bilde!

Ocean Sailing

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S TA M S U N D

DEPARTURE Bodø

Jul 29

ARRIVAL Kristiansund

Aug 01

KRISTIANSUND

14:00 10:00

On arrival day you can explore beautiful Kristiansund. In Kristiansund you can take the Sundbåten. Sundbåten can take you ­ on a round trip to the four Kristiansund “countries” in around 20 minutes.

The­island Grip is one of the most popular ­ attractions of Kristiansund. 14 km north of Kristiansund is the island that until 1964 ­ was the smallest municipality in Norway. ­ The island is currently without a permanent settlement, but the old buildings used as ­ recreational buildings. Join a 3-hour trip ­ to Grip.

FLÅM

Kristiansund

KRISTIANSUND – BERGEN Join our trip from Kristiansund, Norway’s‘clipfish capital’and a world hub for salted cod and b ­ acalao, and enjoy sailing towards Bergen, Norways secod largest city and a famous tourist-destination.

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Bergen

Ocean Sailing F I S K E TO R G E T

DEPARTURE Kristiansund

Aug 02

16:00

ARRIVAL Bergen

Aug 05

09:00

After departure, you can settle into ­ the unique rhythm of life at sea with your co-sailor colleagues, before getting the ­ unforgettable experience of tall ships in­ full sail competing in a short regatta.

If weather are winds are with us, we plan to make a stop at the “bird-island” Runde, where you find the widest range of seabird species in Scandinavia.

You can book a extra night before depature from Kristiansund.

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BERGEN – KRISTIANSAND

Bergen

­Join our voyage from beautiful Bergen, to the south of Norway and the city Kristiansand.

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Photo: Landskapsfotografene

Photo: Jan-Henrik Pederstad

Kristiansand

Ocean Sailing

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H AU G E S U N D

DEPARTURE Bergen

Aug 05

16:00

Join our trip from Bergen, and enjoy sailing towards Kristiansand

ARRIVAL Kristiansand

Aug 08

09:00

Bergen is Norway’s second largest city, famous among others for“Fiskebryggen”with local specialities.

After departure, you can settle into the unique rhythm of life at sea with your co-sailor colleagues, before getting the unforgettable experience of tall ships in full sail competing in a short regatta. From Bergen we head out in the North Sea, and sail along the southwestern coast of Norway, the two ships together.

CHRISTIAN RADICH 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 trainingshipwastotrainsailors. 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?

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Photo: Aleksander Pettersen

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Photo: Jan-Henrik Pederstad

Packing list

The shop on board

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:

In the small shop you can buy some ­ snacks, chocolate, soft drinks, toiletries­ and souvenirs.

• 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.

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 clothes It’s not possible to wash your clothes on board. If your­­voyage 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.

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

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.

Photo: Jan-Henrik Pederstad

LIFE ON BOARD

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 h ­ orizons and new adventures. ­­­ Welcome to an oceanic experience ­ of a lifetime!

No days will be the same. One could s­ ee 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 ­

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Photo: CH – Visitnorway.com

Photo: Thomas Rasmus Skaug / Visitnorway.com

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.

Unique historical attractions range from World Heritage sites to a Viking chieftain’s longhouse with its own banqueting hall and a17thcenturyManorHouseandRenaissance garden in a remote village.

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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 F OT R V I K I N G M U S E U M , LO F OT E N

Photo: Martin Håndlykken / Visitnorway.com

Photo: Magnus Skrede – visitBergen.com

F I R E W O R K S O V E R VÅ G E N , B E R G E N

S TAVA N G E R CO N S E R T H A L L

Photo: Ken A. Jenssen

Photo: CH – Visitnorway.com

LOCAL ­F ESTIVALS Why not supplement your voyage with ­ a few peculiarly Norwegian festivals.

F E S T I VA L , O S LO

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.

T H E O P E R A TO W N , K R I S T I A N S U N D

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Photo: Christian Roth Christensen /Visitnorway.com

Why not supplement your voyage with a­ few once-in-a-lifetime culinary experiences.

Norway’s cuisine is as diverse as its countryside. Our many ports of call, both coastal and deep inland, allow you to sample ­ a wide range of local specialties.

Photo: m_dickson/Foap/Visitnorway.com

LOCAL FOOD

LO C A L C H E E S E

S E A F O O D, T R O M S Ø

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.

Photo: merethe/Foap/Visitnorway.com

Photo: Christian Roth Christensen / Visitnorway.com

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LO C A L S AU S A G E

N O R W E G I A N S T R AW B E R R I E S A N D WA F F L E S

Photo: m_dickson/Foap/Visitnorway.com

Our stopovers sometimes coincide with local festivals, of which Norway has some unique examples with a culinary twist: try the outdoor opera called Donna Bacalao or eat your waythroughtheworld’sbiggestherringfeast.

CO F F E E A N D D E S E R T

Photo: CH - Visitnorway.com

Photo: Hildegunn Skage Teinum/Visit-Sørlandet

CITY LIFE SHOPPING IN KRISTIANSAND

Photo: Nancy Bundt - Visitnorway.com

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, withEurope’sbest-preservedwoodenhouse settlement and Norway’s best surfing, and Bergen, the west coast World Heritage site and international maritime hub.

TRADITIONAL JEWELRY

Photo: Martin Håndlykken / Visitnorway.com

Visit 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.

LU N C H I N B E R G E N

TRADITIONAL KNIT TING

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FAMILY FUN Why not supplement your voyagewithafewfunactivities 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.

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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. ­

Photo: Thomas Rasmus Skaug / Visitnorway.com

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.

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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.

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For the energetic and fearless, the thrills ­ include sea kayaking, white-water-rafting, glacier trekking, bungee jumping, dogsledding,bobsledding,skiingandsnowmobiling.

Photo: Runar Larsen

Photo: Runar Larsen

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HIKING 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.

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 beautifulvillagesandremotealpineplateaus, hiking can take you there.

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.

On our visits to the Lofoten archipelago, stop at the most beautiful village in Norway, Reine for a trek up to the breathtaking seascapes 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 footsteps 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.

If you travel through the city of Stavanger, don’t miss the hike up to Pulpit Rock, one ­ oftheworld’strulybreath-takingviewpoints.

From this panorama point, at 604 meters, you look down on the magnificent Lysefjord, withitsvagabond’scave,ancientfarms,wate­­r­ falls, idyllic islands and majestic landscape.

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.

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

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.

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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,fromBergen’sHanseaticMuseum, Lofoten’s Stockfish Museum and Norwegian Fishing Village Museum, to the Flåm Railway Museum and Oslo’s hyper-modern Munch Museum.

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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.

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KODE ART MUSEUM, BERGEN LO F OT R V I K I N G M U S E U M , LO F OT E N

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Photo. Ernst Furuhatt

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