Loch Ness & Caledonian Canal
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Loch Ness & Caledonian Canal
Through Scotland's most beautiful waterway aboard a tall ship
Inverness, Loch Ness, Ben Nevis, the Sound of Mull … these names make anyone who knows Scotland go misty-eyed. Right across the legendary Scottish Highlands, the Eye of the Wind follows the course of the Caledonian Canal, which is regarded as one of the most beautiful waterways in the world. Between Inverness and Oban, our departure and destination ports, we can look forward to spectacular scenery, unique natural impressions and a passage through the longest staircase lock in Great Britain. Our crew is already full of anticipation for this special sailing trip, which, thanks to its route close to the coast, is particularly suitable for sailing beginners. Experienced sailors and Scotland enthusiasts, too, can expect unforgettable holiday experiences on this voyage.
The centre of Inverness marks the entrance to the Caledonian Canal. A stroll along the picturesque canal bank makes a lovely start to the sailing trip. Embarkation on board is at 7 pm. At the shared dinner in the cosy saloon that follows, you will get to know your fellow travellers and all the crew members. You will soon find your way around the deck planks of the Eye of the Wind and feel at home in your cabin.
The Caledonian Canal: 97 kilometres through the middle of Scotland
The passage of the Caledonian Canal is a leisurely affair, as the maximum permitted speed on the 97-kilometre waterway is 5 knots (approx. 9 km/h). On both sides of the canal, overwhelming natural impressions await us in the landscape of the Scottish Highlands. The canal transit is appealing because of the alternation between natural waters such as Loch Dochfour, the legendary Loch Ness and the 50-kilometre-long Loch Linnhe on the one hand, and technical structures and bridges on the other. The ship moves up and down through a total of 29 locks, so the canal passage is never boring. The spectacular highlight, shortly before the end of the crossing, is “Neptune’s Staircase” in the village of Banavie, the longest staircase lock in Great Britain. Eight consecutive lock chambers produce a total lift of 20 metres.
By the way … according to experts, an encounter with the legendary Loch Ness Monster is quite within the realms of possibility, because “Nessie” generally shows herself – if at all – only in the summer months whose names (in German) contain no “r”.
Scotland's west coast
With a loud creak, the lock gate at Corpach, over a hundred years old, opens at the western exit of the Caledonian Canal. After the endless rising and falling in the canal's locks, the ship is now back in its element. We glide leisurely past mountain ranges covered in dense greenery. On the southern shore of Loch Linnhe, Ben Nevis rises up, at 1,344 metres Scotland's highest mountain. Lush green, hilly headlands and ridges lie in the blue-grey water like giant, furry cuddly toys. Now and then a single farmhouse or a ruined castle appears, sometimes a few shaggy Galloway cattle or a flock of sheep. Otherwise, there is nothing but uninhabited nature.
At the end of Loch Linnhe, the Scottish west coast and its islands lie ahead of us, with such well-known names as Skye, Rhum and Mull. Here we decide whether the schedule and the wind allow a detour to the harbour town of Tobermory on the Isle of Mull, or whether we gradually head towards our destination port of Oban. Tobermory, at the very north of the Isle of Mull, is one of the most beautiful harbour towns in Scotland.
In the mild morning light, Oban seems peaceful and removed from the world. Now you say goodbye to the crew and your fellow travellers and leave the ship with a kitbag full of lasting memories. Unforgettable days off the Scottish coast and in the Caledonian Canal are now behind you.
Six good reasons to join this sailing trip
100 per cent Scotland: Caledonian Canal, Loch Ness, Inner Hebrides
A windjammer experience for newcomers: safe and comfortable sailing close to the coast
Attractive departure and destination ports in the heart of the Scottish Highlands
Active sailing operations on a 100-year-old windjammer – you can join in!
Excellent galley with delicious meals from morning to evening
Our friendly crew is familiar with this sailing area from previous sailing trips
Our friendly permanent crew know the route from previous trips and ensure a maritime feel-good atmosphere on board
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