Coastal sailing trip – Galicia and the Rías Baixas

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Porto → A Coruña | Long-distance voyage 2027

With this trip we reach Galicia, one of the most attractive and lesser-known cruising areas in Europe. Deeply indented sea inlets, the so-called Rías, sheltered anchorages and small fishing villages characterise this Atlantic coast.

From Porto we sail northwards and discover a sailing area that is particularly popular with long-distance sailors. Depending on wind and weather, we'll stop at Baiona, explore the Rías Baixas or spend a night at anchor in a sheltered bay. Our destination is A Coruña with the famous Tower of Hercules, the oldest working lighthouse in the world.

What makes Galicia special is the combination of open Atlantic and sheltered waters. Longer sailing passages alternate with short legs, interesting harbour towns and peaceful evenings at anchor.

I'm particularly looking forward to this trip. For me, the Rías Baixas epitomise cruising away from the classic charter areas. Here I want to take the time with the crew not only to build up sea miles, but also to get to know the small harbours and bays.

Long Voyage, Not Charter

MAVERICK is on a continuous voyage from Gibraltar to Glückstadt. Each crew accompanies the boat on one leg and then hands it over to the next crew. We don't follow a rigid schedule, but take our bearings from wind, weather and the possibilities of the sailing area.

On board you're part of a small, active crew. You can participate in navigation, anchoring, harbour manoeuvres and passage planning and gain experience in tidal waters.

Who is this for?

Level 1 – Experienced crew. You have already gained sailing experience and can work confidently as a crew member. You do not yet need to handle navigation and harbour manoeuvres independently.

Good to know

The leg is planned for two weeks; participation for one week is possible by arrangement. The exact route depends on wind, weather and tides.