Maløy waved a sad goodbye to The Tall Ships’ Races fleet today as they departed on their cruise in company to Bergen, ending four days that the town will never forget. Sorlandet was the first ship to slip from her berth and lead the fleet down the fjord before turning and coming back past the town in full sail. With the sun shining and most of the vessels setting at least some sail, the watching public were treated to a spectacular view.

As the parade of sail got going and the vessels made their return journey back past Maløy, the harbour in front of the town was filled witih the sight of ships, with the smaller Class C and D vessels making up a colourful scene.

Photo: Sorlandet leads the parade of sail out of Maløy.

The fleet are now free to cruise in company in the non-competitive phase of the race series. A number of small ports around the fjords have invited the ships to visit and the crews and trainees on board are sure to be rewarded with some amazing sights as they sail past the beautiful scenery and have a chance to visit some lovely small towns.

The fleet are due to arrive in Bergen on 9 August for the start of the four day festivities, during which they will prepare for the second race of the series to Den Helder in the Netherlands.

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