Category: HRC news

Dear HRC friends! On 20 & 21 June 2026, HRC-Zuid is organising a fun weekend in Sint-Annaland. Everyone will sail there in their own boat. The harbour master will reserve berths for us and ensure we get a nice spot together in the marina. On Saturday at 4.30 pm, we’ll meet on the quay in […]

Last year, we held a photo competition for HRC members. It yielded a large number of lovely photos, so we thought it would be a good idea to organise it again this year. Just like last year, the idea is to submit your best photo, which features your beautiful Hallberg-Rassy or is linked to it […]

On Thursday 16 April, we were guests at the Royal Water Sports Association of Loosdrecht (KWVL) for the Annual General Meeting. The KWVL has become a familiar venue within the HRC, as we have been there several times. The first time was back in 2018 when we held our first Captains’ Dinner there, with special […]

Out onto the Wadden Sea together. With a fine fleet of boats, a great programme and a destination that never fails to captivate. This is the sort of weekend you simply won’t want to miss. A lovely sailing trip across the Wadden Sea to Vlieland, combined with a well-organised programme on shore. Over the Whitsun […]

A sea-rescue training course had been on our wish list for a while. When the Hallberg-Rassy Connectie organised one on 8 March, we didn’t hesitate for a second: we signed up straight away – there was room for 30 brave souls. We set off from the Voorkempen area of Antwerp towards Rotterdam, driving through thick […]

Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on 16 April 2026, this time at the Royal Water Sports Association Loosdrecht (KWVL) clubhouse at Oud Loosdrechtsedijk 153 in Loosdrecht. Prior to the AGM, there will be an opportunity to enjoy an aperitif and a two-course dinner, with doors opening at 6 p.m. Choice of two-course […]

The “WinterWierenWandeling” had been planned for 22 February on the HRC events calendar for quite some time, organised by southern commissioner Bernard Stockman. The intention was to walk along the low-water zone with guides and see, smell and taste various types of seaweed. Unfortunately, stormy winds and heavy rain disrupted the programme somewhat. The water […]

As I write this, the weather is sunny and around 5 degrees above zero. That was very different on 11 January; the night before, it had frozen to around 10 degrees below zero and black ice and snow were forecast for later that day. To get to the WV de Nieuwe Meer brasserie, you have […]

This year, 2026, marks the fifth HR SOLOTOUR This time, the destination is Dover in the UK – Saturday 30 May 2026 The HR Solo is primarily intended for HRC members who sail solo from their home port to the destination, which in 2026 will be Dover. Participants can do this together or individually, at […]

Dear HRC members, We wish you all a very happy 2026. Next Sunday, 11 January, we will be holding our HRC New Year’s reception in Aalsmeer. Register today. SIGN-UP HERE Registration closes tomorrow. We look forward to seeing you there. Marga Schrijvershof Secretaris, Hallberg-Rassy Connectie

Dear members of the Hallberg-Rassy Connectie, The year 2025 is almost over. We can look back on a wonderful year for the Connectie, with many events and gatherings. We started with the New Year’s reception at KR&ZV De Maas, where we once held our founding meeting, followed by the JALV in Scheveningen and, most recently, […]

As promised in the report of the General Meeting/Captains’ Dinner, you, and especially those who were not present at the Captains’ Dinner, are still owed the results of the HRC Photo Competition 2025. A total of 43 photos were submitted by 11 participants. This means that most participants submitted more than one photo. We had […]

Beste zeilvrienden, Zoals op de HRC-website reeds aangekondigd, willen we op vrijdag 12 december aanstaande opnieuw met alle Vlaamse leden van de Hallberg-Rassy Connectie en de leden die hun boot in Vlaanderen of Zuid-Nederland hebben liggen in Gent vanaf 18u00 bijeenkomen in het restaurant Patyntje, Gordunakaai 91 te 9000 Gent www.patyntje.be. Er is aan het […]

On Sunday 11 January, we will be hosting our New Year’s reception at Watersportvereniging Nieuwe Meer in Aalsmeer. We will be holding our gathering at Brasserie Nieuwe Meer. This is a great opportunity to network, get to know each other and/or strengthen existing ties. On behalf of De Connectie, we are pleased to offer you […]

Last Saturday, the General Meeting was held. This time, we were guests at the clubhouse of the Royal Dutch Sailing and Rowing Association in Muiden. There was a large turnout with 52 ships and almost 100 people for the Captains’ Dinner, which is the maximum capacity of the clubhouse, so it was full to capacity. […]

Are you curious about the wonderful world of wild seaweed? Then join us on the introductory excursion “WierenWandeling” (Seaweed Walk). At low tide, Ellen and Guido will show you what seaweed is, what types there are, and how and where they live. Not only will you learn about seaweed, but you can also taste it. […]

Dear sailing friends, We are about to experience something special again! On Sunday 8 March 2026, we will be diving into the Get Wet Maritiem training centre for an inspiring indoor maritime training course. Why? We all sail on the sea or other large bodies of water – and of course we hope never to […]

Dear Hallberg-Rassy friends, It’s that time of year again: the annual Captains’ Dinner is coming up! This year, we will be guests of the Royal Dutch Sailing & Rowing Club in Muiden on Saturday, 15 November 2025. Location: Westzeedijk 7, 1398 BB Muiden Programme: The Society will welcome members from 3.30 p.m. with coffee and […]

Under the inspiring leadership of Robert Doffegnies (HR Ocean Five) and Jaap Hoogland (HR Noarderling), a particularly enjoyable programme was put together for this HRC Event, where we were guests of Watersport Vereniging Yerseke. The weather forecast for Saturday predicted showers, possibly with thunderstorms, and because it was still summer on the Friday before, Marga […]

As I write this report, a week has already passed and wind and rain are lashing our harbour in Almere. It was no different last week in Enkhuizen. As a result, most participants travelled by car. And that’s fine, because the Buyshaven has excellent parking facilities. Nevertheless, three boats did sail to Enkhuizen. The crews […]