From Seville to Gran Canaria – a week of sailing pleasure and learning on board Sørlandet
Picture of the training ship Sørlandet taken from the sailing ship Eendracht when they were racing on their way to the Canary Islands

From Seville to Gran Canaria – a week of sailing pleasure and learning on board Sørlandet

What a week we've had! After departing Seville early on November 18th, we began our journey down the Guadalquivir River before heading towards the Atlantic.

🌬 From calm to storm: After a calm start with little wind, we finally got open sea conditions – and Sørlandet showed what she can do. We have seen double digit speeds and set a record with 223 nautical miles in 24 hours !

🤝 Meeting at sea: A highlight was when we caught up with the Dutch sailing ship Eendracht . Two proud sailing ships side by side – a magical moment for everyone on board.

📚 Learning and Discipline: Between watches and sailing, the students have worked on academic subjects and the Jungmann program. Life at sea is about more than sailing – it's about cooperation, responsibility, and community.

🍴 Friday tacos and good vibes: Even on the high seas, we keep to the traditions. Taco Friday tasted extra good with the wind at our backs and heading towards Las Palmas.

Arrival in Las Palmas: Sunday afternoon we dropped anchor outside the marina, ready for new experiences and the start of the ARC 2025 – a spectacular sight with hundreds of sailboats setting off on an Atlantic crossing.

This is more than a journey – it is an experience that shapes young people and keeps a 100-year-old tradition alive.

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