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40º 43.224' N31º 25.926' WHappy DayCloudy night without any other boat traffic. Wind is slowing down almost 6 years  agoShow

39º 41.244' N31º 23.298' WHappy DayFast sailing towards Greenland ;-) Steep waves and 15kn of wind from the side. almost 6 years  agoShow

43º 6.432' N31º 18.792' WHappy DayStill zig-zaging against the wind and steep waves. Hard to get north - wind should change this evening... over 5 years  agoShow

41º 45.846' N31º 15.612' WHappy DayAlmost no wind and a lot of thick (visibility 50m) fog during the day. Had to use the engine for almost seven hours. Now fair winds and our American friend (sailing alone) is right beside us heading also to Ireland :-) almost 6 years  agoShow

39º 22.752' N31º 10.188' WHappy DayWaiting for wind to head to Ireland / Enjoying the islands of Flores and Corvo with their great hikes and dives almost 6 years  agoShow

39º 22.77' N31º 10.164' WHappy DayWith lot of luck got a place in the lovely harbour Vila das Lajes (by arrival 2 boats just left) more than 20 boats anchoring outside in the swell almost 6 years  agoShow

43º 21.948' N31º 0.462' WHappy DayFinally calmer weather after one more day against wind and 3m waves. Very slow progress towards north - at least overtook a nice turtle... over 5 years  agoShow

42º 26.148' N30º 46.38' WHappy DayWind is getting stronger up to 20kn after a quiet night with many dolphins swimming a long time beside the boat (you could hear them very well inside the boat :-) almost 6 years  agoShow

42º 58.08' N30º 34.116' WHappy DayRough day - tacking against 25kn of wind and steep 2m waves. over 5 years  agoShow

39º 12.216' N30º 21.564' WHappy DaySmooth sailing after a quiet night - except some other sailers on the same track in the opposite direction who might been sleeping... almost 6 years  agoShow

43º 20.652' N30º 12.45' WHappy DayBeautiful moon- and sunrise. Heading east, because the high pressure system is moving towards us. Hoping to avoid the windless middle. over 5 years  agoShow

44º 24.594' N28º 38.952' WHappy DayAfter 7 hours of no wind in the morning, wonderful sailing the rest of the day. Going along the edge of the middle of the high pressure system. over 5 years  agoShow

38º 31.986' N28º 37.494' WHappy DayArrived at Horta. Almost no berths available. almost 6 years  agoShow

43º 38.064' N28º 37.296' WHappy Day0 wind and flat sea over 5 years  agoShow

38º 42.276' N28º 30.846' WHappy DayFinally off to Flores. Trying to catch the wind along the shores of the islands. almost 6 years  agoShow

38º 36.438' N28º 24.486' WHappy DayUnderway to Horta - before the ARC from the Caribbeans arrives (with dozens of boats). almost 6 years  agoShow

38º 45.612' N28º 19.908' WHappy DayRounding the west-cape of Sao Jorge with it´s steep waves. Two hours left to Velas. almost 6 years  agoShow

38º 40.818' N28º 12.168' WHappy DayArrived in Vila das Velas - squeezed in a small berth in the last corner (reached it with a lot of help and land-lines). over 6 years  agoShow

38º 40.824' N28º 12.162' WHappy DayExploring and enjoying the island of Sao Jorge with a scooter / on hikes. Visited Mt. Pico on the neighborly island.over 6 years  agoShow

38º 40.806' N28º 12.15' WHappy DayArrived at Velas in the dark after zig zagging against the wind. Fortunately a friend awaited and helped us with the lines. almost 6 years  agoShow

38º 40.818' N28º 12.108' WHappy DayArrived at Velas and got the last berth - this year there are 3 times more boats here then usually. almost 6 years  agoShow

38º 40.818' N28º 12.102' WHappy DayBack in Velas :-) Problems with turning off the engine due to a missing connection between the magnetic switch and the injection pump. almost 6 years  agoShow

38º 37.842' N28º 10.152' WHappy DayLeaving Sao Jorge for Sao Miguelover 6 years  agoShow

39º 3.156' N27º 58.152' WHappy DaySailed from Velas (Sao Jorge) to Vila da Praia (Graciosa). Lost all fish but caught a Shearwater Cory. 2m waves and up to 25kn of wind. almost 6 years  agoShow

38º 32.592' N27º 57.888' WHappy Day4 hours to go - hope to arrive before dark. Groups of dolphins visiting every half hour :-)over 6 years  agoShow

39º 0.666' N27º 56.688' WHappy DaySmooth sailing from Graciosa to Sao Jorge after hiking the Caldeira Enxofre (highest peak). almost 6 years  agoShow

38º 28.638' N27º 48.084' WHappy DayGusty and rotating winds until now...over 6 years  agoShow

38º 30.204' N27º 43.842' WHappy Day30nm to to. Wind dropped to 12kn; Sailing with engine support. Lots of birds - still looking out for whales and dolphins...over 6 years  agoShow

38º 30.84' N27º 43.17' WHappy DayUnderway to Velas on Sao Jorge. No more wind. almost 6 years  agoShow

44º 25.002' N27º 38.166' WHappy DayHard night, because of fast shifting winds. Still no fish on board (lost 2). over 5 years  agoShow

38º 31.65' N27º 25.968' WHappy DaySmooth downwind sailing :-)over 6 years  agoShow

38º 16.218' N27º 15.27' WHappy DayUnderway over 6 years  agoShow

38º 39.156' N27º 12.948' WHappy DayArrived at Angra do Heroismo / almost hit a sperm-whale. almost 6 years  agoShow

38º 35.682' N27º 7.434' WHappy DayUnderway to Vila das Velas. Little wind but still bigger waves.over 6 years  agoShow

38º 43.83' N27º 3.45' WHappy DayArriving in Praia da Vitoria on Terceira. over 6 years  agoShow

38º 43.824' N27º 3.438' WHappy DayEnjoying the volcanic landscape of Terceira, fighting the rust and struggling with the outboard engine...over 6 years  agoShow

38º 43.818' N27º 3.438' WHappy DayPraparing for departure in the next days to Sao Jorge or Faial - unusal, but nice easterly winds.over 6 years  agoShow

44º 26.604' N26º 35.496' WHappy DayCalmer day, but still stampede against short waves. over 5 years  agoShow

37º 49.2' N26º 31.62' WHappy DayAlmost halfway to Terceira. Wind is calming down. almost 6 years  agoShow

38º 9.552' N26º 25.56' WHappy DayEasy night shifts with 4 crew members. Smooth sailing, 12kn of wind and no waves. Lost 3 fishes so far... over 6 years  agoShow

37º 49.944' N26º 7.206' WHappy DaySun, 20kn wind and 3m waves, bumpy sailing :-) 7h left to Ponta Delgadaover 6 years  agoShow

37º 44.418' N25º 54.978' WHappy DayDeep dark night, wind is dropping. Almost halfway. over 6 years  agoShow

37º 43.146' N25º 46.506' WHappy DayOff to Angra do Heroism, speeding with 6knots, wind from behind and almost no waves :-) almost 6 years  agoShow

37º 44.292' N25º 39.906' WHappy DayArriving at Ponta Delgada 12h for 59nm almost 6 years  agoShow

37º 44.292' N25º 39.87' WHappy DayArrived in Ponta Delgada, biggeste marina of the Azoresover 6 years  agoShow

37º 43.848' N25º 38.49' WHappy DayLeaving Ponta Delgada for Vila do Porto over 6 years  agoShow

37º 26.172' N25º 36.492' WHappy DayT'il 1500 under enginge. Now racing with 6kn towards the west tip of Sao Miguel :-) over 6 years  agoShow

37º 25.962' N25º 27.528' WHappy DayGreat sailing with 6 knots of speed and 1m of waves / caught a 10kg White Thuna :-) almost 6 years  agoShow

44º 32.094' N25º 27.384' WHappy DayWind finally shifted to west. Slow but smooth sailing towards Ireland :-) over 5 years  agoShow

37º 14.118' N25º 19.08' WHappy DayWind is coming and going all the time; engine on and off as well sails up and down... over 6 years  agoShow

36º 59.19' N25º 13.668' WHappy DayLeaving Santa Maria for Terceira. Rain, little wind, no waves. over 6 years  agoShow

36º 59.934' N25º 13.2' WHappy DayFinaly off to Ponto Delgada :-) almost 6 years  agoShow

36º 56.694' N25º 8.892' WHappy DayAzore official Check-In done :-) Getting to catch up on sleep...over 6 years  agoShow

36º 56.688' N25º 8.892' WHappy DayDiscovering the island, visiting a nice blues festival and keeping up with repairs every day. over 6 years  agoShow

36º 56.688' N25º 8.892' WHappy DayArrived in our winter stay on Santa Maria. Leaving the water in one week. over 6 years  agoShow

36º 56.73' N25º 8.802' WHappy DayGrounded :-)over 6 years  agoShow

36º 56.73' N25º 8.79' WHappy DayLeaving the boat behind for the winter...over 6 years  agoShow

36º 54.414' N25º 6.522' WHappy DayAlmost arrived, 1h to go :-) No more technical troubles, but lost all fishes today.over 6 years  agoShow

36º 41.436' N24º 51.78' WHappy DayEngine not running any more. Changing main diesel filter with handicap (1m waves and 45°C in engine room)over 6 years  agoShow

45º 18.348' N24º 45.198' WHappy DayBest day so far; Lot of sun, washing clothes, taking a shower and the best - sailing towards Irland (not Greenland or Spain any more). Getting ready for a predicted rough night with 30kn of wind. over 5 years  agoShow

36º 34.968' N24º 39.888' WHappy DayEngine isnt' running smoth any more, less and less power...over 6 years  agoShow

46º 9.066' N24º 24.642' WHappy DayRainy night with strong winds and heavy swell now. Rolling towards Ireland. over 5 years  agoShow

36º 17.94' N24º 9.06' WHappy DayWind is dropping, clear bright night with full moonover 6 years  agoShow

65º 35.892' N24º 0.222' WHappy DayHeading slowly south, along the amazing volcanic coast over 1 year  agoShow

36º 10.11' N23º 55.53' WHappy Day20h to go :-) and the ToDo List is still growing with repairs...over 6 years  agoShow

36º 2.838' N23º 42.528' WHappy Day87nm left :-) Calmer conditions, but slow progress.over 6 years  agoShow

64º 37.788' N23º 34.536' WHappy DayHeading into the night, still 8 hours to go and no wind over 1 year  agoShow

66º 7.788' N23º 31.404' WHappy DaySpending the last 4 sunny days in this remote fishing village over 1 year  agoShow

35º 52.482' N23º 24.252' WHappy DayAnother 75cm Goldmakrel on the hook and D caught B´s knee with the gaff... (just scratches)over 6 years  agoShow

46º 27.234' N23º 15.846' WHappy DayMostly no wind during the day, but uncomfortable swell. Diving to check propeller and rudder. over 5 years  agoShow

66º 4.23' N23º 7.482' WHappy DayNight sailing with blue sky and the sun always up. Unfortunately little wind but a lot of swell. over 1 year  agoShow

66º 4.164' N23º 7.068' WHappy DayBack to Isafjördur to wait out the stronger winds and get some diesel. Spending the days with hiking and soaking in the swimming pools... over 1 year  agoShow

46º 28.734' N22º 55.386' WHappy DayAre we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? over 5 years  agoShow

35º 36.132' N22º 55.188' WHappy DayFast sailing, wind from side 20kn, waves 2m. 140nm to Santa Maria.over 6 years  agoShow

66º 21.078' N22º 39.768' WHappy DayBack to the westfjord for anchoring and using the great weather for exploring the countryside over 1 year  agoShow

66º 21.054' N22º 39.732' WHappy DayJust moved around the corner to the next anchorage. Had to put out the anchor by hand, because the anchor windlass broke down... over 1 year  agoShow

46º 39.03' N22º 39.69' WHappy DayDrifting the whole day in the no-wind land. Spotting schools of moon-fishes sunbathing on the surface... over 5 years  agoShow

63º 59.886' N22º 32.772' WHappy DaySingle handed sailing to Keflavik - closer to the active volcano over 1 year  agoShow

46º 52.362' N22º 30.21' WHappy DaySunny morning and still waiting for wind. over 5 years  agoShow

66º 19.572' N22º 30.03' WHappy DayLovely anchorage, surrounded by steep mountains. Today we hiked up to 600m - still a lot of snow up there... over 1 year  agoShow

35º 16.8' N22º 22.02' WHappy Day170nm against wind and waves to go. Still running with engine and 3 sails hard on the wind.over 6 years  agoShow

64º 18.876' N22º 4.962' WHappy DayPlace for the next two weeks over 1 year  agoShow

34º 53.928' N22º 2.262' WHappy DayImpossible to head northwest.over 6 years  agoShow

35º 4.932' N21º 55.968' WHappy DayUnder engine against wind and waves to get nearer to the Azores.over 6 years  agoShow

34º 58.632' N21º 45.96' WHappy DayZigzag the whole night hard on the wind without gaining north.over 6 years  agoShow

34º 46.122' N21º 36.228' WHappy DaySunny evening, but wind is backing again - hard to head north.over 6 years  agoShow

47º 17.094' N21º 30.654' WHappy DayNice sailing today with a sunny sky. Finally a Tuna (Albacore) on the plate :-) over 5 years  agoShow

34º 39.168' N21º 19.92' WHappy Day12kn wind and 0,5 waves - nice calm sailing and lazzyyyy day (D almost vacuum cleaned the boat, because she feels kind of bored ;-)over 6 years  agoShow

63º 38.1' N21º 10.56' WHappy DayFast ride with the tide and 20kn of wind to the Vestmannaeyjar Islands over 1 year  agoShow

34º 23.22' N20º 54.942' WHappy DayTired after long night. Winds still changing between 10-20kn. Filling up the coffee machine with redbull... over 6 years  agoShow

34º 9.168' N20º 31.938' WHappy DayDark night. No other ships seen in 2 days.over 6 years  agoShow

63º 26.622' N20º 16.248' WHappy DayDifficult entry into the harbor on Heimaey around midnight - amazing light cliffs in the narrow entrance... over 1 year  agoShow

33º 58.812' N20º 12.042' WHappy DayFinally fishes jumped in our fridge, a goldmarkrele70cm and a skipjack50cm :-) Sunny and quiet late afternoon with only 12kn of wind. But next rain front is just arriving.over 6 years  agoShow

33º 49.578' N19º 42.768' WHappy DayRainy day with occasionally squalls -> adjusting sails all the time. Etmal only 88nm. Hash brown, eggs and beacon for breakfast :-)over 6 years  agoShow

33º 40.92' N19º 28.302' WHappy DayFinally wind from the right angle, making 4-5kn again :-) Cloudy sky and rain.over 6 years  agoShow

33º 32.778' N19º 14.868' WHappy DayBright moon, clear sky. Winds in- and decreasing all the time. Still no fish.over 6 years  agoShow

48º 17.826' N19º 2.976' WHappy DayThe only predictable thing, is the unpredictability (our weather ;-) Doing well - aprox. 400 miles to go. over 5 years  agoShow

66º 8.898' N18º 54.48' WHappy DayFast sailing with little waves along the edge of a low pressure system back to the main island of Iceland over 1 year  agoShow

33º 17.232' N18º 45.192' WHappy DayWind (17kn) and waves (1,5m) calmer. Seasickness over. Trying to head as much north as possible. Etmal only 89nm :-( over 6 years  agoShow

63º 19.896' N18º 25.944' WHappy DayUsing the engine on flat water and had great northern lights during the night over 1 year  agoShow

66º 32.28' N18º 1.02' WHappy DaySailing above the Arctic Circle and visiting the remote Island of Grimsey over 1 year  agoShow

32º 56.88' N17º 55.98' WHappy DayHard night, wind up to 35kn, speed only 3kn. D seasick. This morning better and calmer. over 6 years  agoShow

48º 26.712' N17º 28.242' WHappy DayIt's getting colder - taking out long underwear and heavy sailing clothes... over 5 years  agoShow

32º 41.658' N17º 15.618' WHappy DayRounding Maderia and getting hit by 25kn northerly winds and 2 m waves. Big school of dolphins visited during the afternoon. over 6 years  agoShow

32º 36.012' N17º 2.25' WHappy DaySmooth sailing, no waves, 12kn southerly winds :-) over 6 years  agoShow

48º 28.242' N16º 50.73' WHappy DayAgain no more wind and the forecast is quiet frustrating; 3 more days without wind... over 5 years  agoShow

32º 38.328' N16º 44.778' WHappy DayFinally leaving Madeira. Little wind, occasionally rain clouds with wind gusts. over 6 years  agoShow

32º 44.478' N16º 42.72' WHappy DayCleaning the underwater, propeller and fixing the loose(!) rudder in diving gear. Hoping to leave Wednesday.over 6 years  agoShow

32º 44.478' N16º 42.72' WHappy DayMissing the good weather window to the azores cause of a braken rig plate (forestay) - working hard all day...almost 7 years  agoShow

32º 44.478' N16º 42.72' WHappy DayArriving at Quinta do Lorde on Madeira after 7h sailing hard on the wind (25kn). Tired... almost 7 years  agoShow

32º 44.484' N16º 42.72' WHappy DayForestay repaired and learned how to rigg :-) Otherwise lot of snorkling in the near bays.over 6 years  agoShow

32º 33.474' N16º 36.036' WHappy DayLeaving the bay of Ihla Desertas due to strong down drafts, heading for Madeiraalmost 7 years  agoShow

32º 38.598' N16º 31.05' WHappy DaySmooth upwind sailing - islands in sightalmost 7 years  agoShow

32º 30.678' N16º 30.522' WHappy DayArriving at Ilha Deserta Grande, Enseada da Doca, with 35kn of wind gusts. Well protected. almost 7 years  agoShow

48º 21.636' N16º 30.156' WHappy DayDrifting the whole night without wind to south... Otherwise beautiful day. over 5 years  agoShow

48º 31.992' N16º 29.226' WHappy DayFinally a soft wind after 1,5 days without. Movie and popcorn night :-) over 5 years  agoShow

48º 24.672' N16º 19.686' WHappy DayDrifting the whole night without wind to south... Otherwise beautiful day. over 5 years  agoShow

33º 2.304' N16º 19.65' WHappy DayLeaving Porto Santo after 3 exfhausting days with boat workalmost 7 years  agoShow

33º 3.732' N16º 18.942' WHappy DayEnjoying the beautiful little island on a small scooter with a lot of hikes and snorkeling. almost 7 years  agoShow

33º 3.732' N16º 18.942' WHappy DayArrived in Porto Santo. Nice, quiet and small marina. almost 7 years  agoShow

33º 3.732' N16º 18.942' WHappy DayStill a lot of work on the boat to do and preparing for the Illha Desertas (next monday)almost 7 years  agoShow

33º 3.732' N16º 18.936' WHappy DayLot of painting and sewing work / servicing the winchesalmost 7 years  agoShow

33º 3.732' N16º 18.93' WHappy DayDiving in a war ship wreck. Tomorrow traveling to Madeira. almost 7 years  agoShow

33º 7.992' N16º 3.87' WHappy DayRain and no more wind. Island of Porto Santo in view. almost 7 years  agoShow

48º 23.682' N15º 57.036' WHappy DayGoing southeast to find the wind. Visited by a fin-whale and dolphins. over 5 years  agoShow

66º 27.486' N15º 56.514' WHappy DayRounding the dangerous cap Langanes during night. Just around the tip, our diesel filter blocked the engine... over 1 year  agoShow

33º 24.672' N15º 21.3' WHappy DayBeautiful clear night with half moon. 56nm left to Porto Santo :-) almost 7 years  agoShow

33º 31.62' N15º 3.288' WHappy Day70nm left to Porto Santo. almost 7 years  agoShow

48º 9.84' N15º 2.952' WHappy DayFinally good winds with up to 15kn :-) Heading east before the wind turns to head northeast. over 5 years  agoShow

33º 50.538' N14º 56.67' WHappy DayRunning on Redbull and ACDC ;-) almost 7 years  agoShow

33º 36.648' N14º 52.68' WHappy DaySunny and warm afternoon. Calm sailing with 20kn wind and waves from aft. almost 7 years  agoShow

64º 9.336' N14º 45.858' WHappy DayWind is picking up, sailing hard on the wind over 1 year  agoShow

34º 6.96' N14º 36.3' WHappy DayHard night with shifting winds. Lots of dolphins visiting :-) Etmal 125nm almost 7 years  agoShow

48º 20.934' N13º 58.536' WHappy DayAgain tacking against 20kn of wind and waves... Hard to get north. over 5 years  agoShow

65º 8.808' N13º 41.358' WHappy DayArriving after two days at Neskauptstadur, the place we visited by kayak eleven years ago almost 2 years  agoShow

65º 8.808' N13º 41.346' WHappy DayBack in Neskaupstadur - once around Iceland over 1 year  agoShow

34º 18.558' N13º 32.22' WHappy DaySmaller waves :-) and sunny weather - 160nm to go. almost 7 years  agoShow

65º 8.322' N13º 9.624' WHappy DayStrong winds from the side - sailing with up to 8 knots :-) over 1 year  agoShow

48º 29.94' N13º 5.64' WHappy DayRough night, steep 2m waves and against 25kn of wind. over 5 years  agoShow

48º 52.464' N12º 51.084' WHappy DayStill zig-zaging against the wind towards Irland. 240sm to go :-) over 5 years  agoShow

34º 28.35' N12º 48.462' WHappy DayWind and waves are calming down. Still no fish caught... almost 7 years  agoShow

34º 37.17' N12º 19.188' WHappy DayBergfest passed :-) Etmal 116nm, 240nm miles left to Madeira. Got used to little sleep an long nights. almost 7 years  agoShow

49º 12.138' N11º 57.51' WHappy DayAgain no more wind - beautiful day without swell :-) over 5 years  agoShow

49º 17.934' N11º 50.964' WHappy DayStill waiting for the westerly winds. Curious mink-whales around the boat. over 5 years  agoShow

49º 36.48' N11º 46.23' WHappy DayFor the first time the wind from a nice direction :-) 170 sm to go. over 5 years  agoShow

35º 6.582' N11º 29.628' WHappy DayEnjoying fast sailing around 6kn, 25kn wind and 2m waves. Fun but tiring. almost 7 years  agoShow

50º 21.144' N11º 12.024' WHappy DayFast sailing downwind with rolling waves. 110nm to Bere Island. over 5 years  agoShow

64º 5.502' N10º 58.644' WHappy DayWind turned and is coming from behind - rolling down the waves... over 1 year  agoShow

64º 5.502' N10º 58.644' WHappy DayWind turned and is coming from behind - rolling down the waves... over 1 year  agoShow

51º 14.454' N10º 45.336' WHappy DayHard night, had to steer by hand, because the autopilot could not handle the wind and waves... over 5 years  agoShow

64º 50.166' N10º 40.644' WHappy DayStill thick fog and less than 100 miles to go almost 2 years  agoShow

52º 6.078' N10º 29.904' WHappy DaySailing trough the Blasket Sound with the tiderace :-)almost 5 years  agoShow

35º 29.478' N10º 23.67' WHappy DaySunrise and still steep short waves. almost 7 years  agoShow

51º 55.572' N10º 16.986' WHappy DayFrom Bere Island to Valentia Island, by visiting the Bull and the Skelligs. All steering by hand, because the autopilot broke down two days ago. almost 5 years  agoShow

52º 8.256' N10º 16.632' WHappy DayA short trip with light wind to Dingle. Waiting for the electrician from Cork who will visit Dingle and check our old autopilot in three days. almost 5 years  agoShow

53º 36.702' N10º 12.72' WHappy DayLeaving he pier for the cargo ship and putting down anchor in strong northerly winds - still waiting for better conditions to head north almost 5 years  agoShow

53º 36.768' N10º 12.39' WHappy DayLight wind sailing around Sly Head to Inishbofin - the most beautiful and friendly island (according to Irish people) on Ireland. almost 5 years  agoShow

53º 24.648' N10º 6.738' WHappy DayAfter a long and hard day - all wet and cold - finally arrived in the anchorage of Bunwen. Spaghetti for midnight lunch :-)almost 5 years  agoShow

54º 14.586' N10º 4.8' WHappy DaySailed most of the way downwind from Inishbofin to the bay of Frenchport - now waiting until the next little storm has passed almost 5 years  agoShow

35º 43.758' N9º 59.658' WHappy DayDark night, plankton around, Etmal 107nm :-) almost 7 years  agoShow

53º 18.84' N9º 57.594' WHappy DayTacking against 25 knots of wind between islands and rocks almost 5 years  agoShow

54º 15.534' N9º 53.43' WHappy DayFast hop to the next bay (15miles in 2.5h :-) Now anchoring in a tidal stream with strong wind from behind... almost 5 years  agoShow

52º 16.242' N9º 51.756' WHappy DayArrived safely in the harbor of Fenit, before the storm with gale force arrived. Hard last 3 hours with tacking against 25 knots of wind. almost 5 years  agoShow

51º 38.064' N9º 49.602' WHappy DayArrived well in heavy rain in Ireland :-) After a 2h visit from the customs on the water under full speed. They did a very serious job... over 5 years  agoShow

51º 38.382' N9º 49.482' WHappy DayWithout wind but with 2 knots of tidal stream we arrived after six hours at Bere Island (the first place we arrived last year after the crossing :-) almost 5 years  agoShow

51º 28.248' N9º 43.518' WHappy DayRounding Mizen Head and stopping at the beautiful bay of Crookhaven - sunny and up to 25°C over 5 years  agoShow

51º 28.254' N9º 43.404' WHappy DayArrived at Crookhaven after four hours of great sailing - some tacking, but with the new sails much better angles almost 5 years  agoShow

53º 6.948' N9º 40.056' WHappy DayGreat fore wind sailing with 3m swell, which reflected on the cliffs in Gregory Sound between the islands Inishmore and Inishmaan and created a neat mess... almost 5 years  agoShow

36º 1.038' N9º 36.708' WHappy DayFast sailing, 30kn wind and short steep waves from the side. Are ok. almost 7 years  agoShow

64º 11.916' N9º 28.17' WHappy DaySailing the whole time trough dense fog and followed more than an hour by whales :-) over 1 year  agoShow

64º 11.916' N9º 28.17' WHappy DaySailing the whole time trough dense fog and followed more than an hour by whales :-) over 1 year  agoShow

51º 28.704' N9º 23.958' WHappy DayWaiting for more stable weather to go for Kinsale. over 5 years  agoShow

51º 28.932' N9º 22.818' WHappy DayPassing Fastnet Rock and reaching Baltimor. Light winds and sunny sky. over 5 years  agoShow

51º 29.13' N9º 22.674' WHappy DayOn the water since yesterday. Today down the river Ilen to Balitmore. Windy and sunny day :-) almost 5 years  agoShow

51º 32.106' N9º 19.182' WHappy DayReached the boatyard near Skibbereen - the place to leave the boat for the winter over 5 years  agoShow

51º 32.088' N9º 19.164' WHappy DayOn land again - until next April...over 5 years  agoShow

63º 10.224' N9º 6.33' WHappy DayMotorsailing downwind with weaker winds over 1 year  agoShow

36º 36.6' N8º 40.848' WHappy DayA lot of big ships around, 20kn wind, 3m waves almost 7 years  agoShow

54º 37.542' N8º 37.806' WHappy DayOn the water again - this time with Anne and Jorge (Danielle´s parents). Fast sailing through rain and fog. over 4 years  agoShow

51º 42.126' N8º 31.032' WHappy DayFast sailing (9 knots surfing :-) with the current and 3m waves from Baltimore to Kinsale over 5 years  agoShow

54º 59.592' N8º 29.478' WHappy DayPassing the impressive capes of Malin Beg and Glen Head. Half of the day tacking against - afterwards nice half-wind sailing. Arriving at Aran Island after 57nm. over 4 years  agoShow

54º 16.548' N8º 28.746' WHappy DayLong day downwind sailing with several squalls. Made it up the narrow channel to the center of Sligo just in time with the tide. almost 5 years  agoShow

37º 5.058' N8º 16.002' WHappy DayArriving in Albufeira almost 7 years  agoShow

55º 15.792' N8º 13.572' WHappy DayWaiting for better winds and enjoying the remote Tory Island. Very friendly and helpful inhabitants. over 4 years  agoShow

36º 58.5' N8º 12.132' WHappy DayHeading for Porto Santo, many fishing vessels around almost 7 years  agoShow

37º 4.578' N8º 7.242' WHappy DayStill waiting for the northerly Portuguese trade winds (start aprox. monday evening) almost 7 years  agoShow

37º 4.578' N8º 7.242' WHappy DayArriving in Vilamoura almost 7 years  agoShow

36º 53.34' N8º 3.108' WHappy DaySailing Butterfly :-) almost 7 years  agoShow

36º 50.43' N7º 55.482' WHappy Day20nm left to todays destination Albufeira almost 7 years  agoShow

37º 0.03' N7º 50.202' WHappy DayWaiting for the northerly Portuguese trade winds to sail to Madeira next week almost 7 years  agoShow

37º 0.03' N7º 50.16' WHappy DayAnchor at Culatra (Faro) almost 7 years  agoShow

55º 14.982' N7º 46.914' WHappy DayAfter the cold front of the low pressure system finally passed, we were able to head further east. Hoping to reach tomorrow Northern Ireland. over 4 years  agoShow

62º 39.384' N7º 37.32' WHappy DayStill half a day to the Faroe Islands over 1 year  agoShow

36º 37.482' N7º 32.73' WHappy DaySunrise - calm sailing with 20kn aft - hard night, lost navigation lights for 1/2h (short circuit, smoldering cable) almost 7 years  agoShow

63º 2.142' N7º 25.068' WHappy DayDownwind sailing against swell - rolling from starbort to port... almost 2 years  agoShow

36º 16.998' N7º 7.608' WHappy DayMidnight shift, dark night - waiting for easterly winds. almost 7 years  agoShow

36º 11.142' N6º 55.182' WHappy DaySunset and calm weather almost 7 years  agoShow

61º 28.338' N6º 48.66' WHappy DayNice run with the tide trough the islands and all the way down to Vagur, where we have been warmly welcomed by people we met last time over 1 year  agoShow

61º 28.344' N6º 48.648' WHappy Day32h from Shetland to Faroe Islands - strong winds, big swell, strong currents, thick fog, it was not borring... almost 2 years  agoShow

36º 6.54' N6º 41.472' WHappy DayNortherly winds 20kn, steep short waves, feeding the atlantic fishes almost 7 years  agoShow

62º 13.824' N6º 35.682' WHappy DayUsing the better weather (still with winds up to 35kn) to visit the next Faroe Island. Unfortunately there are still no good winds to reach Iceland. almost 2 years  agoShow

55º 17.514' N6º 11.622' WHappy DayLot of fun by sailing with the tide (11kn over ground) - and last four hours against the tide. Now secure in the harbor of Rathlin Island. over 4 years  agoShow

55º 37.65' N6º 11.298' WHappy DayAfter getting up at 3 a.m. we already reached Port Ellen on Islay in Scottland with it´s 9 whisky distilleries. over 4 years  agoShow

55º 58.128' N5º 58.584' WHappy DayAfter nine hard hours finally arrived at the lonely Loch Tarbert (no mobile signal :-) Had to go trough the Sound of Islay with the tide (3kn) against the wind... over 4 years  agoShow

36º 7.602' N5º 57.3' WHappy DayLeaving Barbate for the Algarve almost 7 years  agoShow

36º 11.04' N5º 55.968' WHappy DayArriving in Barbate almost 7 years  agoShow

36º 4.29' N5º 50.922' WHappy DaySpanish warship excercising in the entrance of Barbate. We have to wait 2h. almost 7 years  agoShow

56º 24.552' N5º 44.532' WHappy DayUp with the tide towards Fort William - almost no wind in the sheltered fjords. Now exploring the remote Loch Spelve and hoping to get fresh mussels from the farm over 4 years  agoShow

56º 23.034' N5º 42.744' WHappy DayMoved just around the corner to a trailhead for a hike over 4 years  agoShow

35º 59.802' N5º 39.39' WHappy Day40kn wind aft, 2m waves, Tarifa passed almost 7 years  agoShow

36º 0.708' N5º 33.162' WHappy Day30kn wind, 1m wave, Tarifa almost passed almost 7 years  agoShow

56º 36.774' N5º 31.098' WHappy DayWith the tide on a flat sea all the way under engine to the stunning Loch a Choire - with its famous boat-house restaurant :-) over 4 years  agoShow

61º 2.982' N5º 24.864' WHappy DayMotorsailing with weak winds, almost no waves over 1 year  agoShow

36º 9.468' N5º 21.408' WHappy DayWaiting for the Levante almost 7 years  agoShow

36º 9.468' N5º 21.408' WHappy DayArriving La Linea de la Concepcion almost 7 years  agoShow

36º 8.952' N5º 21.222' WHappy DayArriving in Gibraltar almost 7 years  agoShow

36º 7.602' N5º 14.31' WHappy DayCurrent 3kn almost 7 years  agoShow

56º 49.812' N5º 7.374' WHappy DayTrough the tide race by Corran and several thunderstorms with heavy rain up to Fort William. Now preparing to enter the Caledonian Canal tomorrow over 4 years  agoShow

56º 54.882' N4º 59.43' WHappy DayIt took us almost six hours trough the 12 locks (including the Neptune´s Staircase) up from the sea to the lovely Loch Lochy over 4 years  agoShow

36º 14.358' N4º 54.162' WHappy DayLots of dolphins almost 7 years  agoShow

57º 1.464' N4º 49.62' WHappy DayStopped the attempt to tack against the wind over Loch Lochy on the third tack. Now getting ready for a hike on the surrounding peaks. over 4 years  agoShow

57º 8.646' N4º 41.184' WHappy DayCrossing Loch Oich and now ready to go down five locks to Loch Ness tomorrow. over 4 years  agoShow

36º 20.202' N4º 26.442' WHappy DaySailing almost 7 years  agoShow

57º 25.944' N4º 18.258' WHappy DaySailed against the wind across Loch Ness - tacking 34 times :-) Regatta against a British and a German boat... over 4 years  agoShow

57º 29.118' N4º 14.916' WHappy DayLast leg to the sea locks. Starting to look around for a place for the winter and traveling to Ireland to get the car. over 4 years  agoShow

57º 29.604' N4º 14.082' WHappy DayBack on land for the winter. Cleaning some days and afterwards heading home. over 4 years  agoShow

57º 29.592' N4º 14.046' WHappy DayEnd of saison, cleaning up everything, lifting out the boat and heading home...over 1 year  agoShow

57º 29.67' N4º 14.04' WHappy DayShort leg to Inverness marina, where we are going to put the boat on land next week. Started cleaning and stowing away. over 4 years  agoShow

57º 29.664' N4º 14.028' WHappy DayFinally back on the water :-) over 3 years  agoShow

36º 24.06' N4º 9.762' WHappy DayLittle trafic almost 7 years  agoShow

36º 27.498' N3º 53.382' WHappy DayAlmost full moon almost 7 years  agoShow

60º 29.442' N3º 51.75' WHappy DayWind picked up - nice sailing towards Fair Isle over 1 year  agoShow

36º 32.922' N3º 25.062' WHappy DayBeautiful weather almost 7 years  agoShow

36º 37.842' N3º 5.142' WHappy DayNo wind, no waves almost 7 years  agoShow

58º 26.376' N3º 5.064' WHappy DayTacking down to Wick and been pushed in all direction by the tide streams... over 1 year  agoShow

58º 26.394' N3º 5.064' WHappy DayArriving after 15 hours of cruising over 3 years  agoShow

58º 26.376' N3º 5.01' WHappy DayFirst day on the water from Inverness to Weck. Calm and nice sailing. Getting ready to head to Fair Isel, where the puffins are breeding... 11 months  agoShow

59º 19.386' N2º 58.584' WHappy DayShort hop to Pierowall on Westray. Staying in the protected harbor until the storm passed. over 3 years  agoShow

58º 59.238' N2º 57.522' WHappy DayArriving exhausted after a fast and very rough crossing to the Orkney Islands. Tide Race in the entrance to Stronsay Firth (tide against 20kn wind) over 3 years  agoShow

58º 59.274' N2º 57.48' WHappy DayFast run (up to 10kn) with the tide into the middle of the Orkney Islands over 1 year  agoShow

59º 11.262' N2º 47.694' WHappy DayAgreable cruise between the Orkney Islands. Currents up to 4kn over 3 years  agoShow

36º 41.772' N2º 47.418' WHappy DayJust started :-) almost 7 years  agoShow

59º 16.524' N2º 5.76' WHappy DayFast sailing with 30kn of wind towards Orkney :-) over 1 year  agoShow

59º 32.292' N1º 36.21' WHappy DayRough but fast sailing to Fair Isle. Arrived just after sunset. over 3 years  agoShow

59º 32.298' N1º 36.21' WHappy Day22h sail from Wick to lovely Fair Isle. Nice sailing during the day. Wind picket up to 30kn at midnigth and against the tide. Strenous night. Now exploring the breeding colonies of the funny puffins...11 months  agoShow

59º 32.298' N1º 36.198' WHappy DayBack on the lovely Fair Isle - alone in the harbour over 1 year  agoShow

60º 8.022' N1º 17.088' WHappy DayGoing to a sheltered place in Scalloway to wait until the upcoming bad weather passes. almost 2 years  agoShow

59º 59.412' N1º 16.386' WHappy DayStoping in an anchorage on the way around Sumburgh head with its notorious tide races. Waiting for the best moment. almost 2 years  agoShow

60º 9.276' N1º 8.466' WHappy DayIn the begining a fast crossing, followed by nice, calm downwind sailing to Shetland. Not waiting for the custom for the clearing. almost 2 years  agoShow

60º 9.246' N1º 8.448' WHappy DayHeading to Lerwick instaed of Bergen due to weak windsover 3 years  agoShow

59º 11.256' N1º 39.306' EHappy DayHeading with strong, but very steady winds toward Norway, After one day more than half of the way left behind...10 months  agoShow

60º 11.586' N1º 41.49' EHappy DayAlmost midway to Norway. Steep and short waves due to currents against waves over 3 years  agoShow

55º 9.696' N4º 24.288' EHappy DaySailing across the Northsea for already 48h. Crossing Danish waters, Netherland waters and soon in german waters... Just turned around for Helgoland 140nm to go... 10 months  agoShow

56º 25.5' N4º 42.504' EHappy DayFast sailing with 20kn of wind. Heading for the middle of the northsea to avoid the stronger winds10 months  agoShow

60º 46.95' N4º 42.702' EHappy DaySailing to one of the most westerly islands of Norway and getting ready for the crossing to Shetland (hopefully tomorrow). almost 2 years  agoShow

60º 30.834' N4º 54.966' EHappy DayPicking up new oil-filters and sailing up the fjords and trough Bergen with the current. almost 2 years  agoShow

60º 58.77' N5º 4.614' EHappy DayBeautiful, by islands protected sailing and up the wonderful fjords to a small village. almost 2 years  agoShow

60º 11.106' N5º 9.108' EHappy Day200 miles in 35 hours :-) from Shetland Islands to Norway over 3 years  agoShow

60º 15.378' N5º 14.256' EHappy DayEngine-day to get as near as possible to Bergen, to pick up the new oil filters tomorrow. almost 2 years  agoShow

60º 32.4' N5º 14.52' EHappy DayHeading to Knarvik for a visit in the hospital (injured hand during fishing). Everything ok. almost 2 years  agoShow

59º 8.946' N5º 15.492' EHappy DayGoing to the old town of Skudeneshavn after the tide "should" have changed. over 3 years  agoShow

59º 24.828' N5º 15.924' EHappy DayEngine only to the city of Haugesund - against 2knots of current in Karmsund over 3 years  agoShow

59º 38.808' N5º 23.82' EHappy DayMotoring with only little sailing to the next anchorage. over 3 years  agoShow

59º 46.722' N5º 30.132' EHappy DayLong down-wind sailing day to the town of Leirvik with a lot of rain. almost 2 years  agoShow

59º 50.094' N5º 35.826' EHappy DayLovely sailing between islands an fjords. Sunny day with light winds. over 3 years  agoShow

58º 18.762' N5º 42.714' EHappy DayRolling on steep waves and with 25knots of wind from the back towards south. over 3 years  agoShow

59º 52.248' N5º 45.576' EHappy DayShort leg to the harbor of Husens - a nice little village. Cleaning and washing clothes and preparing a hike up to the snow. over 3 years  agoShow

59º 0.42' N5º 46.17' EHappy DayLovely spot along the way to Lysefjord. Today all the time under engine (not enough wind). almost 2 years  agoShow

58º 54.342' N6º 5.892' EHappy DayCrused slowly out of the Lysefjord with some fishing on the way. The weather still doesn't look good to cross to Shetland in the next days. almost 2 years  agoShow

59º 0.87' N6º 25.53' EHappy DayFlorli, a lovely spot in the Lysefjord. Walked up the 4'444 wooden steps up to the snow. almost 2 years  agoShow

58º 14.058' N6º 31.86' EHappy DayArriving after 47 hours and 270nm at the lovely cove of Kirkehamn. There are many fortresses from the WWII in the hils, which we want to explore in the next days...10 months  agoShow

58º 13.944' N6º 32.058' EHappy DayIn a nice sheltered bay, after a hard day and night sailing around 20-25kn of wind. Entering and finding a place at midnight was not easy... almost 2 years  agoShow

57º 9.936' N6º 57.336' EHappy DayAlmost reached Norwegian water. Wind getting stronger and waves growing... almost 2 years  agoShow

55º 29.784' N7º 8.04' EHappy DayOn the way to Norway. Nice sailing and already in Danish waters. almost 2 years  agoShow

57º 59.994' N7º 21.12' EHappy DayArriving in a small secluded anchorage after a heavy night with 15 feet steep waves and 30knots of wind over 3 years  agoShow

58º 1.476' N7º 27.156' EHappy DayShort hop to the harbor of Mandal for some work and minor repairs next week. over 3 years  agoShow

58º 0.918' N7º 43.866' EHappy DayShort trip from Mandal to a small anchorage at Udvar Cove over 3 years  agoShow

54º 10.59' N7º 53.736' EHappy DayBack on Helgoland and preparing for the crossing to Norway. almost 2 years  agoShow

54º 10.584' N7º 53.766' EHappy DaySmooth sailing from Wilhelmshaven to Helgoland. Almost no ship traffic. almost 2 years  agoShow

54º 10.578' N7º 53.772' EHappy DayAfter more than 360nm and 64 hours finally arrived on Helgoland. Getting 550l of Diesel (CHF 1,18/l :-)10 months  agoShow

54º 10.572' N7º 53.784' EHappy Day"Vacation trip" to Helgoland, before finishing this years season and heading back to the shipyard in Wilhelmshavenalmost 3 years  agoShow

58º 8.544' N8º 0.186' EHappy DayBoring on anchorage with bad weather - moved to the harbour of Kristiansand over 3 years  agoShow

58º 4.47' N8º 0.582' EHappy DayTacking against the wind trough the skerries to Flekkeroya over 3 years  agoShow

53º 30.756' N8º 5.754' EHappy DayArrived at this years goal after a fast crossing with strong wind and tides from Helgoland. Will be back in August to take the boat on land and change the engine...almost 3 years  agoShow

53º 30.876' N8º 9.072' EHappy DayArriving at Wilhelmshaven. Outside the locks, to discuss the work-projects with the local shipyardalmost 3 years  agoShow

53º 30.864' N8º 9.078' EHappy DayFinally leaving the inner bay/canal of Wilhelmshaven and back on the north sea. almost 2 years  agoShow

58º 12.438' N8º 20.292' EHappy DayHeading via Blindleia route eastwards toward Lilesand. over 3 years  agoShow

53º 52.53' N8º 42.354' EHappy DayDownwind sailing from Helgoland and up the Elbe with the tide to Cuxhaven. almost 2 years  agoShow

53º 52.476' N8º 42.396' EHappy DayA short hop with the tide from Helgoland to Cuxhaven10 months  agoShow

53º 52.446' N8º 42.396' EHappy DayUmplaned stop in Cuxhaven due to the earlier turning of the flood...almost 3 years  agoShow

58º 28.008' N8º 53.568' EHappy DayShort stop for preparing the crossing to Denmark and to repair a burst fresh water pipe. over 3 years  agoShow

53º 47.112' N9º 24.978' EHappy DaySecond leg on the NOK, heading up the Elbe and into the harbor of Glückstadt - meeting friends form the Heimkehr from the last season :-) almost 3 years  agoShow

53º 47.124' N9º 24.978' EHappy DaySailing up the river to Glückstadt with almost 10kn of speed10 months  agoShow

53º 47.13' N9º 25.434' EHappy DayArrived at Glückstadt for a second time - where we will leave our boat for the next months...10 months  agoShow

54º 10.914' N9º 26.388' EHappy DayA small detour into the north-baltic-sea canal to check the engine and propeller...10 months  agoShow

54º 19.728' N9º 42.954' EHappy DayOn the North-East-Sea Channel, stop for the night almost 3 years  agoShow

55º 29.472' N9º 43.71' EHappy DayAgain downwind sailing and through the Snaevringen to Middelfart over 3 years  agoShow

54º 54.498' N9º 47.1' EHappy DayHeading toward Germany, with a night in Sonderborg almost 3 years  agoShow

54º 56.598' N9º 52.236' EHappy DayBeautiful sailing with strong winds and no waves - arrived at our winter place over 3 years  agoShow

54º 56.526' N9º 52.26' EHappy DayFinally back on the water :-) almost 3 years  agoShow

55º 37.908' N10º 10.152' EHappy DayAgain downwind sailing on a sunny day - to the anchorage west of Aebelo over 3 years  agoShow

55º 56.922' N10º 27.18' EHappy DaySlow downwind sailing to the lovely island of Tuno. Lots of cargo and ferries crossing our path. over 3 years  agoShow

57º 50.268' N10º 31.512' EHappy DayRolling downwind towards Denmark over 3 years  agoShow

57º 17.772' N10º 55.386' EHappy DayArriving after 20h on the Danish island Laeso. Nice and smooth sailing after rounding Skagen over 3 years  agoShow

56º 42.9' N11º 30.762' EHappy Day40° on the wind the whole day - fast sailing to Anholt island over 3 years  agoShow


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