Milemaker Kiel – Brest

Ten nights of mile-making from Kiel to Brest: through the Kiel Canal, across the North Sea past the Wadden Islands, through the Channel and along the Breton coast. A real long-distance voyage on board the classic barque Artemis, with a chance of a stop in the Channel Islands.

THE TRIP AT A GLANCE

Route: Kiel – Kiel Canal – North Sea – English Channel – Breton coast – Brest
Departure: Monday 28 June 2027, 17:00, Kiel, Germany
Arrival: Thursday 8 July 2027, 09:00, Brest, France
Duration: 10 nights
Ship: Artemis, three-masted barque from 1926

Prices per person

Twin cabin: € 1,550

Lowest price from € 1,550 per person.

FROM THE BALTIC TO THE ATLANTIC

There are plenty of sea miles ahead on this voyage. The Artemis sails from the Baltic through the Kiel Canal into the North Sea and then heads west, past the Wadden Islands and the Dutch coast, into the Channel.

The voyage is generously planned, which leaves some flexibility along the way. If wind and weather cooperate, the ship may call at the Channel Islands, Cherbourg or Douarnenez towards the end before reaching Brest.

THE ROUTE

Kiel and the Kiel Canal

You board in Kiel. The Kiel Canal, one of the busiest artificial waterways in the world, takes the ship right across Schleswig-Holstein to the North Sea.

Past the Wadden and the Dutch coast

On the North Sea the Artemis sails west past the German and Dutch Wadden Islands and the Dutch coast.

The English Channel

Between England and France tides and currents play a big role. With luck there is a stop in the Channel Islands or Cherbourg.

Brittany and Brest

Along the rocky Breton coast the ship sails to Brest, perhaps via Douarnenez. You disembark after breakfast.

EXTRA INFORMATION

LIFE ON BOARD

The Artemis is a three-masted barque from 1926, with her full rig of square sails one of the classics among Dutch tall ships. You sleep in twin cabins and meals are provided on board. You are always welcome to help on deck: hoisting, bracing and steering under the guidance of the permanent crew. On this milemaker the ship also sails through the night, and you can take part in the watches.

WHO IS THIS VOYAGE FOR

For those who love sailing long distances and spending days at sea. No sailing experience is needed, just a taste for adventure.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Kiel is easy to reach by train via Hamburg; from Brest the TGV runs to Paris.
• Bring warm and waterproof clothing, even in summer.
• Travel insurance covering medical costs and repatriation is required; cancellation insurance is recommended.
• Travel to the port of departure and home from the port of arrival is not included.
• Ideally arrive a day before departure: the ship cannot wait for late arrivals.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I need sailing experience?

No. The crew teaches you everything you need.

Do we stop along the way?

There is room for a stop in the Channel Islands, Cherbourg or Douarnenez if wind and weather cooperate.

How do I get home from Brest?

By TGV to Paris in about four hours, and on to Brussels or Amsterdam.

How do I book this trip?

Send us a request through the booking form on this page. Together we will check availability, your choice of cabin and the next steps.

The trip description and route are indicative. The programme depends on weather, wind and sea conditions; the captain has the final say on the route and ports.

All services that make up your trip are provided by independent suppliers. When you book, you enter into a contract directly with the supplier, the ship, under the booking conditions of that ship. As an agent, our service consists of promoting the trips offered by the supplier and acting as a facilitator in obtaining a booking agreement between the customer and the supplier. In doing so, we are always at your disposal with our experience and service.

The triple masted barque Artemis is a beautiful example of maritime tradition. The ship was built in Norway in 1926 as a whaler. She then served as a freighter transporting goods between Asia and South-America. Since 2001 the Artemis returned to sail in european waters, honouring the great maritime tradition of the Netherlands.