Foreningen Neptun Expands Its Sail Training Fleet with Historic Schooner Venus
Hobro, Denmark — 28. Oktober 2025
Foreningen Neptun is proud to announce a major milestone: the acquisition of the historic tall ship Schooner Venus. This marks a significant expansion of the nonprofit’s mission to preserve maritime heritage and offer adventurous sail training experiences to the public.
Soon laid up in Hobro for winter preparations, Venus will sail to Marstal next season forming a growing fleet dedicated to Danish seamanship and cultural traditions.
“With Venus, we are opening the world of traditional sailing to even more people,” says Anders Bischoff, Chairman of Foreningen Neptun. “While Neptun crosses oceans and explores the world’s most remote islands, Venus will stay closer to home — offering unforgettable 1–2 week voyages around the Baltic Sea, Scandinavia, and the British Isles.”
A New Chapter in Northern European Sail Training
Schooner Venus will operate as a dedicated sail training vessel for members of Foreningen Neptun, creating hands-on opportunities to learn seamanship, teamwork, and navigation aboard a traditional sailing ship. Shorter voyages and accessible travel distances mean more people — especially youth and newcomers — can take part.
The organization expects Venus to arrive in her new homeport of Marstal in the upcoming sailing season, where she will contribute to local maritime life and strengthen Marstal’s long heritage as a seafaring town.
Historic Vessel – Modern Purpose
Built in 1900 as a sail cargo vessel with a length of 35 meters, Venus embodies the classic lines and rugged capability of Northern European working sail. She is well-suited for both sheltered waters and offshore passages — an ideal platform for practical seamanship and cultural outreach.
Join the Adventure
Membership in Foreningen Neptun is open to anyone who wishes to support and participate in traditional sailing. Members will have the opportunity to join voyages aboard both Venus and Neptun as the fleet grows and new programs are launched.
www.foreningenneptun.dk
About Foreningen Neptun
Foreningen Neptun is a nonprofit maritime organization based in Marstal, Denmark. Its mission is to bring maritime heritage to life through hands-on sailing aboard historic tall ships. The organization operates Brigantine Neptun and Schooner Venus, offering sail training voyages across the world’s oceans and throughout Northern Europe.
Media Contact
Foreningen Neptun
Att: Anders Bischoff, Chairman
📩 info@schoonervenus.com
📞 (+45) 6047 0301
🌐 www.schoonervenus.com
📍 Marstal, Ærø, Denmark
