Sail with Shtandart

Started November 25, 2023 37585 0 0

Welcome on board the frigate Shtandart! Here, you can really travel 300 years back in time and experience what it was like to be an 18th century sailor.

The frigate Shtandart is an exact copy of the ship built by Peter the Great in 1703 for the defence of St. Petersburg. The modern Shtandart, built in 1999, is an active sail training ship. Today, anyone can become a member of the friendly crew of the Shtandart, dive into living history, learn new skills, and test themselves in sea sailing conditions. Sailing on this historic wooden frigate is an exciting adventure, allowing you to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a bygone era, have new, unique experiences, and meet interesting, passionate people. Everyone on board becomes an active participant in the ship’s life and operation.

Choose your big adventure here!

La Rochelle – Les Sables d’Olonne – La Rochelle. 9.11-11.11 FULLY BOOKED
(to watch start of the Vendée Globe race)
We plan to attend the start of the Vendée Globe race. On November 9, we will pick you up from La Rochelle (boarding the ship by dinghy). Afterward, the Shtandart will sail to Les Sables d’Olonne, and we will return on November 11. We invite you to join us aboard the frigate Shtandart to watch one of the most challenging and famous regattas in the world.

Week sailing. 12.11-18.11

Straight after that, we plan to sail 12-18 November, without definite destination – wherever the wind takes us. Boarding on 11th November, during the day. Join our crew on the historic frigate Shtandart and immerse yourself in this unforgettable voyage. You’ll feel the power of the wind in the sails, the energy of the waves beneath the wooden hull, and the spirit of the 18th century guiding us through every moment. You will spend a week at sea in one of the most beautiful and challenging regions in during winter time. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or trying sea life for the first time, this journey offers new skills, challenges, and unforgettable memories. So welcome to join!

For a group of 4 or more people, the fee for organising a sailing is reduced by 10 percent. Please use the coupon code: group-10.
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Available packages

We are planning to watch the start of the Vendée Globe race. On November 9 at 11:00, we will sail from La Rochelle to Les Sables d'Olonne and return early in the morning on November 11. We invite you to join us aboard the frigate 'Shtandart' to witness one of the most challenging and renowned regattas in the world.

Dear friends, we are currently unable to provide you with a long-term sailing plan.

Replicas of historical ships have been included in the EU’s anti-Russian sanctions package [details here].

We have filed lawsuits to contest this decision, which appears to serve someone’s personal agenda rather than the intended purpose of the sanctions. Legal processes take time, and while the courts deliberate, the ship is forced to move from one anchorage to another.

This is why our planning horizon is limited to just a few days at a time.

Although we are unable to conduct our voyages as usual at the moment, if you would like to share in this challenging journey aboard, please send a volunteer application to voyage@shtandart.eu. Introduce yourself and explain why you wish to join us. You can learn more about our traditional volunteer program [here].

Check if you are ready for an adventure on the Shtandart!

Everything you need for a smooth sailing adventure is included:

Accommodations on the ship
Daily meals: breakfast, lunch, coffee break, and dinner
Sail training course on board the Shtandart
Life vest and safety equipment
Fuel, taxes, port fees and permits

Questions? Drop us a line at voyage@shtandart.eu and let’s set sail on an epic journey through time!