Traditional sailing over Ascension: hands-on lemsteraak trip from Gaastmeer

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Traditional sailing over Ascension: hands-on lemsteraak trip from Gaastmeer

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Traditional sailing over Ascension: hands-on lemsteraak trip from Gaastmeer

Over the long Ascension weekend we charter a traditional flat-bottomed boat of the Lemsteraak type. Departure and destination is Gaastmeer. From there we take a direct course onto the IJsselmeer and – depending on wind and tide – the Dutch Wadden Sea.

The experience: The sporty side of tradition

A Lemsteraak is considered the royal class of flat-bottomed boats. It combines traditional construction with excellent, often surprisingly sporty sailing characteristics. This trip focuses on hands-on sailing. There are no winches at the push of a button – the large sail areas and leeboards are operated with real muscle power and teamwork.
A highlight in the Wadden Sea is the navigationally demanding "drying out" on a sandbank at falling tide, followed by a walk on the seabed until the flood tide lifts us again.
We cater entirely for ourselves over the holiday. We shop together and cook on board in the boat's cosy galley.

The challenge: Team spirit and commitment

As sailing is the focus of this trip, all crew members pitch in at every station.
• Requirements: You need no prior experience in flat-bottomed boat sailing. A thorough briefing on the boat's special characteristics takes place on board. What matters is enthusiasm for getting stuck in and physical commitment.
• Route: The wind and tides determine the exact course. Possible destinations are the Frisian seas, the historic harbour towns around the IJsselmeer or the West Frisian Islands.

The essentials at a glance:

• Boat type: Lemsteraak (flat-bottomed boat)
• Start & finish: Gaastmeer (Netherlands)
• Schedule: Independent arrival the evening before (Wednesday), departure Monday afternoon after mooring.
• Costs & logistics: For provisions, harbour fees and fuel, a shared virtual kitty (Tricount) will be set up (approx. €130–160).

A trip for anyone who wants to experience the traditional, authentic craft of sailing intensively, can do without luxury and wants to spend a long weekend actively on the water.

Would you like to set course on the Lemsteraak with us? Come aboard!

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