Morgenster Back in Den Helder – Maintenance Is Started
After months of sailing under sun-drenched skies from Cape Verde to the Azores, the Tall Ship Morgenster is now safely moored in her home port of Den Helder and we’ve wasted no time diving into her much-needed annual maintenance. With a full sailing season just around the corner, including the spectacular SAIL Amsterdam 2025, the crew is rolling up their sleeves and getting straight to work.
A Fresh Bottom and a Clean Conscience
First up on the job list: a trip to dry dock for a thorough check-up below the waterline. Morgenster’s hull has been scrubbed, inspected, and treated with a brand-new coat of eco-friendly antifouling paint, ensuring smooth sailing and a clean environmental slate. Marine life may love our ship’s charm, but we prefer to glide through the water, not carry a coral garden on the keel.
With that complete, she’s now safely tied up in Den Helder’s historic naval dockyard—and looking more like her regal self every day.
Booms Away – With Zero Emissions!
This week marked a special moment in the schedule as we began the remov
al of the steel booms from the masts A task that’s as impressive to watch as it is essential. But we didn’t just go big, we went green. Using a fully electric, zero-emission crane, we carefully lifted the booms from their rigging for inspection and servicing.
Yes, we like our technology low-tech when it comes to sails, but when it comes to reducing our footprint during shipyard work, we’re charting a clean course forward. It’s all part of our mission to keep the Morgenster not just beautiful, but future-ready.
A Season Full of Sail Awaits
With the first voyages of the 2025 season kicking off in May, we’re on a tight but exciting schedule. From coastal adventures to international events like SAIL Amsterdam 2025, this summer promises sailing, exploration, and unforgettable memories and we can’t wait to welcome you aboard.
So if you are ready to hoist sails on your next voyage, now’s the perfect time to your bunk booked. The Morgenster is in port, but not for long.
Ready for your next sailing adventure?
Check our voyage calendar and reserve your berth for an unforgettable experience at sea!