Muider Hardzeildagen 2026 — Sail Along Around Pampus and Muiderslot

Since 1977 the Muider Hardzeildagen have been the festive close of the Dutch sailing season for traditional ships. The event has seen legendary editions — in 1987 no fewer than 185 ships appeared on the start line — and lives on as a convivial race for charter ships, where the reunion atmosphere ashore is every bit as important as the battle on the water. On the last weekend of October, tjalken, botters, skûtsjes, clippers and other historic sailing ships gather in the harbour of Muiden for two days full of exciting races. The races of the Muider Hardzeildagen are sailed around the island of Pampus on the Markermeer and IJmeer. The setting is unique: on one side the historic fortress island of Pampus, on the other the imposing Muiderslot. Nowhere else in the Netherlands do you race with such a spectacular view. Aboard the clipper Johanna Engelina you experience the Muider Hardzeildagen as an active crew member. Together with skipper Laurens you sail in the races, helping to hoist the sails and trim the sheets. Sailing experience is not required — everyone is welcome on board, from beginners to experienced sailors. After the races on Saturday there is a big party with a prize-giving in the marquee by the harbour of Muiden. On Sunday the last races of the season are sailed, followed by the festive season finale. The Muider Hardzeildagen aboard the Johanna Engelina are fully catered: all meals, coffee, tea, soft drinks, beer and wine are included. Children up to and including 16 years sail along at a special rate. Close the sailing season in the finest way — aboard the Johanna Engelina at the Muider Hardzeildagen 2026!