from Sète via Gibraltar to Lisbon
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Highlights of the voyage
* Visit the harbour festival "Escale à Sète" Sète
* Cross the open Mediterranean aboard a historic tall ship
* Passage of Gibraltar
* Get hands-on with the sailing – from setting sails to helming
* Experience the charm of the French Mediterranean coast
Trip description:
We begin our journey in the lively harbour of Sète – the venue of the harbour festival "Escale à Sète".
Join the Santa Maria Manuela on a seven-day sailing voyage that takes you from the lively harbour of Sète – the venue of the harbour festival "Escale à Sète".
This route combines open-sea sailing with cultural discoveries, all aboard a historic Portuguese tall ship.
Sète is a port town on the French south coast, known for its close connection to the sea. A visit during "Escale à Sète" – the town's maritime festival – adds a special touch to the stay, as traditional boats, music and events celebrate the maritime heritage.
The town is built around canals, giving it a unique character and often drawing comparisons to a "mini Venice". Walking through the centre, visitors discover fish and seafood markets, cosy cafés and bridges connecting the different neighbourhoods.
Sète's connection to the Mediterranean is also reflected in the local cuisine. Oysters from the Étang de Thau, grilled fish and regional specialities such as "Tielle Sétoise" (a pie with octopus filling) are frequently found on menus.
The maritime festival brings together ships from around the world; along the harbour quays, music, exhibitions and crafts create a lively atmosphere and offer the opportunity to experience Sète's maritime culture first-hand.
The captain welcomes you "Welcome aboard the Santa Maria Manuela!"
Relaxed time in the evenings on board
Help the crew handle the sails, try your hand at the helm or simply relax on deck and watch the sea stretch to the horizon.
Participation is entirely voluntary, and our crew will be on hand to assist you at all times.
There are many opportunities to lend a hand. Help the crew set the sails, take the helm or keep watch on the horizon as the ship heads north-east. No sailing experience is required, and participation is always voluntary.
Between manoeuvres you can find a favourite spot on deck, browse a book or chat unhurriedly with other guests.
Away from everyday bustle there is time to notice the smaller things: the changing colours of the water, the sound of wind in the rigging and the first lights appearing along the coast.
Whether you want to get hands-on or prefer to relax and watch the activity – there's room on board for active learning as well as quiet moments of reflection.
After the passage of the Strait of Gibraltar, we set course for Lisbon, where our journey ends.
Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, is a city full of history and special character.
The winding, narrow lanes of the old town immediately draw you in, and with a bit of luck you'll hear the sound of fado drifting out from small taverns. The tiles – those colourful *azulejos* – tell stories from the past as they adorn walls and buildings.
Take the time to visit the Belém Tower and the Jerónimos Monastery. Both are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and are closely linked to Portugal's maritime history. When you stand before these structures and think of the Age of Discovery, you can almost feel the weight of the centuries.
Hungry? Pop into a local bakery and treat yourself to a *pastel de nata*.
Believe us: this is a delicacy you'll be thinking about long after you've left.
If time allows, walk up to the *Miradouro da Senhora do Monte*; from there you'll enjoy one of the finest views in the city. The rooftops, the River Tagus and the special play of light – the sight is simply breathtaking.
The blend of old and new makes Lisbon a place worth discovering. Stroll through the neighbourhoods, have a coffee and enjoy the sunshine.
weather conditions
On the voyage from Sète to Lisbon, late April typically brings mild spring days and cool nights.
Sunshine can be replaced by rain showers, and it can feel noticeably cooler on deck – particularly when crossing the Strait of Gibraltar and reaching the Atlantic.
Pack layers for time on deck, along with a warm fleece and a windproof and waterproof jacket.
Embrace the adventure of traditional seafaring and experience a very special sailing voyage aboard the "Santa Maria Manuela"!
And if you have any questions: we look forward to hearing from you 🙂
Your INMARIS Team
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