800+ ships, 10,000+ vessels, 24 countries, 2.3 million visitors, 5 days

Europe’s largest maritime festival is on again. It’s every five years, except the last one was cancelled during corona/covid. A massive fleet of tall ships, sailing boats and vessels of all shapes and sizes. This year is the 10th edition and coincides with Amsterdams 750th birthday! Comprising a sail-in parade, 5 days of activities and a sail-out parade.

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Reunions begin

Apart from the amazing scenery and interesting cultures we observe and enjoy on our Aussie Bruce Adventures, it is the special friendships we have made along the way that enrich our experiences.

Our first week in the Netherlands has been full of special reunions.

Leaving Bruce in Camping de Weidevogel in Boekel, we cycle into the small town of Erp.

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C’est magnifique!!

Our French adventure continues & we never know what tomorrow may bring!?….OOhh la la! C’est magnifique!……
We have found ourselves in this splendiferous, majestic, unrivalled swimming pool & in front of a charming chateau/fort no less!! I’m in heaven!
More of that later but first we head to Avignon…..

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