boat hire in Amsterdam · V D Stadt — 41 Norman (2001)

We sail according to customer wishes and good seamanship. This could be a fully arranged romantic trip, accommodation for walkers, sailing lessons or navigation lessons. Book an introductory meeting so that we can discuss your wishes. Sailing ship Swaene was launched in 2001 and is a Dutch design by Van de Stadt Design. The type is a Norman 41. It is a very robust and stable aluminum ship with a lifting keel with bulb!; The heavy bulb keel makes sailing very comfortable and the lifting keel allows you to anchor or sail in shallow waters. You can sit outside in the spacious sheltered cockpit. Thanks to the deck saloon, you can also choose to enjoy the view inside when it is raining or cold. Sustainability: We sail under sail as much as possible. For light weather when there is little wind, we also have large sails on board so that we can continue sailing even when there is little wind. When the engine has to be turned on, we use environmentally friendly GTL or HVO instead of as fuel if possible. The diesel heater has been replaced by a gas heater and we heat electrically in the port. Roland is the owner of the ship Swaene and also the instructor. In his younger years he served in the merchant navy as a marine engineer. There he obtained his Major Commercial Shipping Diplomas. Roland has experience on oceans and riparian waters and is used to sailing on oceans with a catamaran and 40+ cabin sailing boats, even in less favorable conditions. Roland's passion; Introducing people to sailing. Whether this is on the ship Swaene or on the owner's own ship. I am happy to help with winter and summer preparation and provide sailing instructions at all levels. The starting point is that owners get to know their ship better and therefore enjoy their ship more. Please note that for multi-day tours, more than 4 adults and/or more than 2 children must be agreed upon