The ship De Hoop is a former sailing cargo liner from 1915. Originally transported coals, sand and gravel. Nowadays it has arranged as sailing steamer. To this end the cargo space have been converted to luxuriously accommodation. The ship offers place up to 36 persons during day excursions and for trips with a overnight stay (e.g. like a midweek or a weekend the capacity 20 persons. The home port is Goes and the Channel the Zeeuwse stream. Daytrips with this sailing steamer is pre-eminently suitable for: companies, teambuilding, business relations, friends, knowledge, clubs and family celebrations.

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Dimensions De Hoop
length: 26,00 m
width: 5,40 m
draught: 1,17 m
sail surface: 240 m² 

Your captain
Nico

History 
The captain Lambertus Cornelis Maasbach let build in 1915, iron shelf press ship De Hoop its youngest son Gradus Theodorus at the yard  ''Boot te Vrijenban '' at the city of Delft. The ship was built according to a construction drawing from 1892.  Over the years this design has been used as a base for similar vessels. On 7 October 1915 the ship was left at water.

Up to 1937 the ship has sailed on the large rivers. Transporting mainly coals from Germany ruhrgebied to the Netherlands. Afterwards mainly transport of gravel and sand from the gravel breaches at Limburg to the edge cities. After 1977 the ship has been converted for the IJsselmeer and the Wadden. Also trips to the Baltic Sea have been made. The current owner obtained the ship in 1992.  In the past 10 years  “De Hoop” has continuously improved and has been adapted to the current requirements of the charter standards. Several improvements that have been made: a new head engine (John Deere 135 p.k.), new generatorset 15. k.v.a. Lister, new captain house, new sword, sail quadrants and new sails.

Interior
In the former cargo space of De Hoop a sociable day stay, one kitchen and 7 huts for overnight stay. The day stay has been largely set up, with comfortable furniture. In addition there are books, board games and a radio/cd-speler. The kitchen is completely equipped with a 6-flame stove, microwave oven, 2 refrigerators and a freezer. Furthermore all utilities are present, to prepare a huge delicious meal for large groups.

 
4 double cabins
3 four person cabins
2 restrooms
1 shower

Each hut is equipped with central heating with a large wash-hand basin, sufficient bright spots, and ventilation.
The beds (length 2m) are standard provided with sheets as comfortable as a hotel. Blankets and towels can be rented at request. Furthermore there are two toilets and one shower present.

Some ideas
The ship is both for day excursions as it is for overnight stay, which makes it suitable for the following trips.


Day excursions
Departure port is in principle “de Houtkade” at “Goes”. Over authentic canals and the lock (Goese Sas), we arrive at the Oosterschelde (belongs to a national park), which is a unique sailing area, where tide and wind are still in control. Depending on of the tide and wind we might visit a number of monumental places. If appreciated with guide. For example Yerseke, known by its mussel/oyster culture (visit oyster wells, only possible at request). Tholen, old stronghold city at the border of sea country and Brabant. Of course it is also possible to relax and enjoy the sailing scenery. At deck comfortable seating and for the sun lovers plenty of space to lie down and get some tan!

Overnight trips
From the central lain Goes (by public transport easily to reach) there are options, depending on of the number of days. For example a visit to the delta works, where a permanent exhibition about  the flood barrier can be found Also tours in this rural  this area is a option.

Technical data 
Engine: John Deere 135 PK
Generator: 15 k.v.a. Lister

For additional information or booking inquiries click “i” 

All prices are including 6% VAT, storm/cancellation insurance, harbour fees, and tourist taxes!