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Sailing Squib - We'll take care of the rest on the way - Lowland Danube /16
February 5, 2026 · 19 min · 2K views · Danule River, Lom, Bulgaria
Squib sails past Nikopol cliffs on green Danube water
What this video covers
A cruising couple navigates the Danube River in Bulgaria, transiting between river kilometer 782 and 750.1:02 The crew anchors in shallow side channels, often finding depths of 1.1 to 1.5 meters near sandbanks.1:14 Navigation requires constant vigilance due to shifting channels, submerged obstacles, and low-sun conditions that obscure navigation buoys.5:47 During the transit, the electric outboard motor suffers a mechanical failure, losing its propeller after striking submerged debris.0:08 The crew performs routine maintenance while underway, including securing loose interior panels and installing edge trim on storage compartments.7:07 Near the town of Nikopol, the vessel encounters commercial traffic, including a paddle steamer and a Ukrainian push-tow, necessitating careful maneuvering in narrow sections of the fairway.15:42 The crew utilizes the Schengen agreement to bypass formal customs procedures by flying the Bulgarian courtesy flag.1:24 They prioritize anchorages in side arms that offer protection from wind and current, despite the challenge of identifying navigable depths in silted areas.17:38
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