Dates: 5 July – July 18, 2025, 13 days
Price: 2 240 EUR
Nautical Miles: 1100 NM
Skipper: Svante Jacobsson, mobile +46 72 565 81 01
First mate: Johan Axelsson, mobile +46 70 958 3584
Start: Lagos, Portugal
End: Cowes, UK
This leg combines both coastal and bluewater sailing. We will sail along the entire Portuguese coast, round Finisterre, make a stop in La Coruña, and then cross the Bay of Biscay to the small archipelago of the Isles of Scilly before finally reaching the sailing town of Cowes.
We will gather on Celeste on July 5. We start to get to know each other, plan the provisioning, and enjoy a nice dinner ashore in the evening.
On July 6, we will finalize the provisioning and, after a safety briefing, set sail from Lagos.
Our journey will take us past the southwesternmost point of continental Europe as we head north. Along the way to La Coruña in northern Spain, we will make a few stops, potentially in Nazaré, Porto, Baiona, and Illa de Monteagudo. The exact route will be planned together, always considering the weather conditions.
Upon arrival in La Coruña, we will prepare for the renowned Bay of Biscay crossing. After exploring the city, we will set sail for the Isles of Scilly, located southwest of the English coast.
The Isles of Scilly are a hidden paradise in this part of Europe, offering a perfect stopover for a day of exploration.
From there, we will continue to the sailing hub of Cowes, where preparations for the prestigious Fastnet Race will be in full swing. You may even catch a glimpse of some incredible 100-foot-plus superyachts.
Preliminary Itinerary
5 July – Crew arrival & provisioning
6 July – Final provisioning, safety briefing & departure
6–9 July – Cruising along the coasts of Portugal & Spain
9–10 July – Stop in La Coruña
11–13 July – Bay of Biscay crossing
13–14 July – Exploring the Isles of Scilly
15–16 July – Sailing to Cowes
17–18 July – Arrival in Cowes
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Important Travel Information for the UK
Please note that if you are travelling to the United Kingdom, you must apply for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) before departure.
The ETA is an electronic travel permit required for nationals of certain countries, including Sweden, when entering the UK. The application is quick and easy and must be completed online through the official UK government website.
👉 Apply for your ETA here:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta
We strongly recommend applying well in advance of your departure, as a valid ETA is required in order to board your flight to the UK.
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