Sailing in the Wadden Sea

Sailing trips are something truly special. With wind and salt on your skin and a feeling of boundless freedom! A bit like a modern-day explorer discovering seas and new territories... Experience pure nature up close aboard the luxuriously equipped sailing ship Simmer fan Fryslân, with its elements of water, wind, and sun. The open waters of the northern IJsselmeer and the unique West Frisian Wadden Sea, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and biosphere reserve, promise an unforgettable journey.

Self-guided tour. Embarkation from 16 pm at the charming town center and train station of the historic port town of Enkhuizen. The skipper and crew will introduce themselves and, over an aperitif, share interesting facts about the trip, the ship, the cycling tours, and inform you about the onboard safety procedures. You will have time to explore the beautiful old town. In the "Golden" 17th century, Enkhuizen was one of the world's leading trading cities, the home port of a vast merchant and fishing fleet, and known as the "Herring City." Dinner and first night on board in the port of Enkhuizen.

After breakfast, your first bike tour begins. You'll cycle along the IJsselmeer to the old harbor town of Medemblik. Afterwards, you'll continue by ship to Den Oever at the Afsluitdijk, the dam that separates the IJsselmeer and the Wadden Sea. You'll pass through the lock in the dam and – weather permitting – the ship will sail across the Wadden Sea to the island of Texel.

The island of Texel is known for its diverse landscapes and picturesque villages. Enjoy a circular cycling tour on Texel, the largest of the Dutch North Sea islands. Tip: The well-signposted Thijsseroute (40 km) leads you through charming villages, beautiful landscapes, and to the North Sea. Along the way, you can visit the Eco Mare seal sanctuary and a small brewery at the harbor in Oudeschild.

Today the sails are set. Your destination is the island of Terschelling, located further east. You'll cross the Wadden Sea with its many sandbanks, where you might spot seals. A hearty lunch will be served during the sailing trip instead of dinner. Weather permitting, you'll dine on deck. The exact route and duration of the journey depend on the tidal currents and wind. You'll arrive in Terschelling during the afternoon. The charming villages on this narrow, approximately 30-kilometer-long island have retained much of their old-world charm. Dinner will not be served on board tonight, giving you the opportunity to explore the harbor of this beautiful island with its many inviting restaurants and pubs.

Yesterday you spent most of your time sailing; today it's back on the bike. Terschelling has a lot to offer: nature and culture, 70 km of cycle paths, and four charming villages. West-Terschelling is the island's largest town, with numerous shops and pubs. The island's landmark, the 400-year-old Brandaris lighthouse, can be seen from afar. Also worth visiting is the De Boschplaat nature reserve, characterized by moors, salt marshes, beaches, and dunes. With a bit of luck, you'll see plenty of ducks, stilts, and large colonies of spoonbills and great black-backed gulls. In the late afternoon, the ship sets sail again for Harlingen, the most important port on the Frisian mainland.

The bike tour starts after breakfast in Harlingen. Passing through Franeker, home to the famous planetarium by Eise Eisinga, the route continues by bike through the beautiful, expansive Frisian countryside dotted with small villages, all the way to Makkum on the eastern shore of the IJsselmeer. If you opt for the longer route, you will also visit Bolsward, one of the eleven Frisian cities.

From Makkum, the cycle route continues to Stavoren. The shorter route leads through the old trading town of Hindeloopen, famous for its paintings. Hindeloopen is also home to the first Frisian ice skating museum. The longer route follows several lakes of the Frisian Lake District, revealing a completely different landscape. At the end of the day, the boat departs from Stavoren back to Enkhuizen.

After breakfast, disembarkation by 09:30 am and individual journey home.

7 nights in outside cabins in the booked cabin category
Full board: 7 breakfasts; 5 packed lunches; 1 lunch on board; 6 three-course meals on board (1 dinner in Terschelling not included)
Coffee and tea on board
welcome drink
Use of bed linen and towels
Daily cabin cleaning
Daily program briefings by the crew
Use of a waterproof pannier bag
Biodegradable water bottle
WiFi
1x per cabin only German travel documents, GPS tracks
Our services are communicated in German and English.
Not included in the tour price are tourist tax, city tax or cultural tax (amounting to €2,00 - €3,00 per person/night, payable locally), as well as drinks, rental bicycle or e-bike, rental helmets, personal insurance, tips (at your discretion), entrance fees and excursions, ferry fees, transfers to/from the ferry terminal, parking fees, and one dinner in Terschelling.

Basic price in € per person

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2 bed cabin	main deck

Rental bikes

7-speed unisex rental bike with pannier
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	91,00 €

Electric rental bike (limited number)
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	252,00 €

Additional Services

Limitation of Liability Rental E-Bike
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	28,00 €

Limitation of liability for rental bikes
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	14,00 €

Parking for own bicycles
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	14,00 €

parking space for your own e-bike
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	28,00 €

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Reisecode: WAT 06

Sailing in the Wadden Sea

Duration: 8 days
Overnight stays: 7 nights
Overnight stays: about 219 km

Arrivals on Saturdays weekly between 11.05. and 21.09.26

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Attention: This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

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Doreen Geissler

Phone: 03831 30676-0 Mon–Fri 8am–17pm
E-mail: info@mecklenburger-radtour.de

Train: to/from Enkhuizen train station

Parking: free parking spaces in Enkhuizen (no guarantee)

General tip for traveling by car

A comprehensive overview of parking lots can be conveniently viewed on the external website www.parkopedia.de.

Simmer fan Fryslân
The Simmer fan Fryslân is an impressive three-masted galleass with a rich history. Originally built in 1932 as a sailing cargo ship, she was lovingly converted into a comfortable and characterful passenger vessel in 2003. Below deck, you'll find twelve spacious twin cabins (11–13 m²), each with two single beds (which can usually be joined to form a double bed) and an en-suite bathroom with shower, toilet, and sink – everything you need for a relaxing stay.
On the main deck, the atmospheric restaurant with its well-stocked, nautical-themed bar invites you to linger and enjoy each other's company. A second lounge in the deckhouse is ideal for relaxing with a book or a drink. Out on the aft deck, spacious seating areas have been created where you can enjoy the fresh air and magnificent views. Come aboard this charming ship and experience an unforgettable journey where history and comfort blend beautifully.

Technical information

Length: 44,35 m
Width: 7 m
Sail area: 740m²
Cabins: 12
Guests: 24 – 28 (max.)
Crew: 4

Program and information subject to changes in the meantime, including for meteorological and nautical reasons!

The distance to be covered is primarily dependent on the weather and the tides and is determined from day to day. Route changes or a change in the order of the individual stages are therefore always reserved. The skipper and his crew discuss the possibilities with the guests on a daily basis and will do everything to offer you a varied mix of culture and nature. Let yourself be surprised! Several sections of the route are covered by sailing ship.

This trip can also be booked with the ships Wapen fan Fryslan (see WAT 02) & Leafde fan Fryslan (see WAT 03) & Mare fan Fryslan (WAT 01).

The routes are almost always flat, you cycle almost exclusively on cycle paths along the canals and rarely on side roads with little traffic. It may have to be expected with more or less wind.

General information

Not included in the price: Cultural development tax, bed tax, arrival and departure, transfers, excursions, entrance and sightseeing fees, city maps, ferry fees, insurance, tips and personal expenses.
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Maps presented are for illustrative purposes only and do not reflect geographical reality.