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Our FIRST SAIL in the BALTIC SEA | Sailing Florence in the Baltic Ep.235
24 July 2026 · 32 min · 38K views · Danish waters
What this video covers
Sailing from Germany to Denmark, the 10-year circumnavigation vessel Florence transits the Kiel Canal and navigates 140 miles north to Copenhagen.▶ 1:20 The crew encounters easterly winds, necessitating a close reach and a sail reduction to a staysail for better tacking performance through the Danish islands.▶ 6:48 Upon arrival in Copenhagen, the vessel moors in the historic city centre, requiring navigation through a channel shared with commercial shipping due to recent land reclamation.▶ 12:42 The crew utilises a gimballed galley tray and bulkhead handholds to manage life on a lean during the upwind passage.▶ 6:09 Docking in the city centre involves locating a specific sticker-covered post for payment.▶ 15:45 The crew explores local landmarks, including the Church of Our Saviour and the canal network, while noting the prevalence of electric pleasure craft and the city's strict harbour regulations.▶ 19:04 The passage confirms that modern, updated charts are essential for navigating the significantly altered Copenhagen harbour entrance.▶ 12:42
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