Baltic 4 Nations - Next edition sets sail July 2015

by Sailing Rallies on 14 Sep 2014 The Baltic 4 Nations combines a traditional sailing rally with a flotilla holiday, all in the comfort of your own boat.

A 370 mile, two week cruise, visiting some of the most beautiful locations in the southern Baltic. Hanseatic cities, quiet fishing harbours, bustling cities, and great beaches, with opportunities to sample local culture and cuisine as well as some great sailing!

The rally follows a tried and tested route (weather dependant) and yachts meet at seven marinas throughout the two weeks. You will be sailing with the experienced Sailing Rallies lead boat who know the area and what it has to offer. During the free-sail days you are encouraged to further explore, visiting different anchorages or marinas armed with information provided by the SRL team. Starting and finishing in Copenhagen, the rally is carefully planned to make the most of your holiday time.

There are no tides in the Baltic making for straight forward navigation and the longest leg is just over 70 miles – about the same distance as the south coast of the UK to northern France – meaning no overnight sailing is required. A variety of social events are laid on throughout the two weeks for all to enjoy; ranging from organised trips to sights of interest, and days exploring by bicycle, to group BBQs, traditional meals out and live music evenings.

As with all of our events, we welcome all kinds of sailors on the B4N – whoever you are, you will receive a high level of support from us and be made to feel part of the family from the moment you enter.

Dates: 25th July – 8th August 2015

The SRL team will be on hand in Copenhagen from 21st July to assist with local information, airport transfers and carry out safety briefings.

Route and Schedule

Day One | Start in Copenhagen: chance to explore this famous, cosmopolitan city. We meet in Svanemollen Marina; convenient and reasonably priced just 4km north of the city and less than 45 mins on public transport to the airport.

Day Two | Køge | 25 miles | a beautiful old Danish market town, well preserved and founded in 1288.

Day Three | Free-sail day

Day Four | Klintholm | 40 miles | anchor at the stunning Mons Klint before stopping Klintholm; a small traditional fishing village, which boasts a Spar, two sandy beaches, a small handful of restaurants and an antique shop!

Day Five | Free-sail day

Day Six | Stralsund | 45 miles| explore the beautiful Hiddensee and Greifswalder Bodden, and the delights of this Hanseatic city, also a UNESCO world heritage site.

Day Seven | Free-sail day

Day Eight | Swinoujscie | 55 miles | chance to visit a traditional Polish seaside town. Although just across the border Swinoujscie is a complete contrast to the other countries in the rally.

Day Nine | Free-sail day

Day 10 | Nexø | 75 miles| small Danish town on the island of Bornholm, which claims to have the highest number of sunshine hours in the whole of the Baltic. A great base to explore the rest of the island, either by bike, bus or boat.

Day 11 and 12 | Free-sail days

Day 13 | Malmö | 110 miles | Sweden’s third largest city and the most bustling place visited since Copenhagen. Venture into the city to explore and spend time people watching in one of the many street cafes.

Day 14 | Copenhagen | 15 miles| Arrive back in Copenhagen for farewell celebrations, before choosing to sail home, or continue exploring the Sailing Rallies