A sailing day on the IJsselmeer

Do you want to tie the knot on board? You can! The municipality of Waterland has designated the Catharina van Mijdrecht an official wedding location in the municipality of Waterland. A civil registrar will come on board for the ceremony surrounding the vow. This can actually take place on open water, but also in the shelter of the port of Monnickendam or, for example, on the picturesque Marken peninsula.
Wedding on the water in the romantic and intimate atmosphere of a traditional sailing ship

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Getting married on a sailing ship, an unforgettable experience

The romantic and intimate atmosphere of our authentic sailing ship will frame your unforgettable day, which is completely tailored to your wishes. There are many ways to give your wedding day a personal touch. The guests can toast the wedded couple with champagne, with skipper’s bitter, or any other drink you like. And of course, after cutting the cake, you can have a romantic sailing trip on the IJsselmeer
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A fresh breeze

Aboard the Catharina van Mijdrecht, you’ll feel like you’re in a different world. Once the sails are set, time is relative. Surrender to the elements, and the stresses of daily life melt away. This relaxing effect is why many choose a day trip sailing on the IJsselmeer when they need a break.
A day of sailing together brings a breath of fresh air to your relationships

Ready-to-go packages

Here you will find several sample ideas for a Wedding on the water. Our arrangements serve as examples and can be put together according to your wishes.
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well-organised

A well-organised Wedding on the water is very important. You may rest assured that your sailing trip with us will be taken care of to perfection. In addition to the action of sailing, there is always room for a relaxed conversation and a drink, on deck or in our cozy cabin

safety and certification

The Catharina van Mijdrecht meets all legal safety requirements, and her crew has trained at the Enkhuizen Nautical College.
You can come on board with peace of mind
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Sustainable company outing

Sustainability and corporate social responsibility are becoming increasingly important to modern businesses. This also applies to teambuilding activities and company outings.
A company outing sailing on the Catharina van Mijdrecht is an excellent choice for organizations looking for an original, sustainable, and responsible experience
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An Unforgettable experience

On board the Catharina van Mijdrecht, you are in the capable hands of a professional crew. Jos Rodewijk will be your skipper and take you safely from point A to point B. Danny Honig or Sandra Fox will be your hostess, and will ensure that all your culinary needs are taken care of. With their many years of experience they know how to make your wedding on the water an unforgettable experience.

Original Klipperaak

The Catharina van Mijdrecht was built in 1916, as one of the last sailing cargo ships. This beautiful and original Klipperaak (clipper-barge) began her second career as a passenger ship in the 1980s.

On board the Catharina van Mijdrecht, everything is about the experience for the guests. You can help sail the ship or even take the helm, all under expert guidance. Besides that, there will be plenty of time for convivial gatherings with food and drinks.

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Our traditional sailing ship is modern in terms of comfort, clean, spacious, warm, accessiblle, and has all the mod cons. The interior exudes an authentic atmosphere, with lots of lacquered wood and nautical details. There are plenty of seats and a spacious deck for sun lovers.

The sailing ship has a daytime capacity of 40 passengers, plus 18 berths in 8 rooms for overnight guests. Is your party bigger? No problem! We also sail in collaboration with other ships. After a well-spent day we can anchor together for a barbecue on board or for a sporting or cultural activity!