Morgenster
Accommodation
- Number of guest berths: 24
- Number of bathrooms: 2x bathrooms (one female, one male)
- Cabin configuration: 4x twin cabins, 4x four berth cabins
- Smoking policy: TBC
Particulars
- Port of Registration: Holland
- Year built: 1919
- Length overall: 151' / 48 m
- Draft: 2.4m
- Sail Area: 600sq m
- Number of Sails: 11
- Rig: Square Brig
- Crew: 10
Life on board the tall ship Morgenster is perfect for those with a love of the sea, seeking an authentic tall ship sailing experience while exploring bucket-list destinations.
Over the years, Morgenster has become a firm favourite with sea-lovers, and she is perfect for those wanting an active sailing holiday while exploring bucket-list locations on a beautifully historic tall ship.
Getting Involved
You really don’t need any experience to sail with Morgenster, just a lust for adventure. Sailing alongside a seasoned crew of ten, the experience on board is truly unforgettable as guests immerse themselves in every aspect of life at sea. From standing watch and raising the sails as a team to taking the helm and mastering fundamental rope work, the crew is always ready to guide and teach guests the intricacies of sailing. Try your hand at climbing the mast or out on the bowsprit, spotting for dolphins!
Relaxation and Sleeping
Morgenster is a spacious boat both above and below decks. She has her “Riggers Bar” at deck level, serving drinks throughout the day, and a small deckhouse with two toilets to prevent you from going down below under sail. There is also another undercover area at deck level with bench seating—perfect for relaxing when under watch.
Below decks, Morgenster has four 2-berth twin cabins and four 4-berth cabins. All bedding and towels are included, and each cabin has a ventilation/heating system and a wash basin. All cabins share communal toilets and showers.
The saloon and dining area are wonderfully spacious, with plenty of seating for all guests, whether enjoying freshly cooked meals from the galley or sharing sea-faring stories after dinner. The ship’s captain is also a keen musician, so feel free to bring your guitar or chosen instrument! Pirate chests full of games and musical instruments, among which are a piano, a library, a projector, and a roll-up screen.
Eating aboard
Life on board is enriched by the delicious meals prepared by our dedicated professional chef. All food will be freshly prepared on board to the highest standards. You can look forward to continental breakfasts, freshly baked bread, and delightful lunches and dinners using locally sourced produce. We can accommodate all dietary requirements, ensuring you are well cared for after a day of sailing.
Captain Harry and his wife, Marianne, make an exceptional team. Morgenster, which translates to Morning Star, is the second sailing ship that Harry and Marianne have managed together over the span of many years. In 2008, the sea-faring Dutch couple dedicated substantial thought and attention to detail to converting Morgenster from a deep-sea fishing vessel hull to a finely tuned and graceful square-rigger.
Harry’s passion for music ensures that musical instruments and lively crew singing frequently enrich their voyages and time spent in port. Harry is well respected throughout the sail-training world and loves teaching sailing.
Harry rotates his Captain’s position with Jakob. Originally from Germany, Jakob has been sailing with Harry since the age of 22, when he started on Morgenster as a deckhand. He has since gone on to study at the marine school in Enkhuizen, going through his first mate and then Captain’s training in 2016.
