France, Germany, the Netherlands, Peru, Spain, and Uruguay confirm participation
In 2025, the Netherlands will celebrate the 750th anniversary of its capital, the 50th anniversary of SAIL, and the 10th edition of SAIL Amsterdam, which first began in 1975. Thousands of ships, crew members, and visitors from around the world will gather to celebrate nautical history from Wednesday, August 20, to Sunday, August 25, 2025. During the last edition of SAIL in 2015, 2.3 million visitors attended, and a similar or even larger turnout is expected next year.
The kickoff of SAIL Amsterdam was celebrated at the historic Maritime Museum of the city, one year before the official start of the iconic five-day regatta, which will be held under the motto “United by Waves.”
The core of the SAIL Foundation—Mr. Arie Jan de Waard, President; Ms. Mitra van Raalten, Director General; and Mr. Robert Visser, Business Director—welcomed the guests. Among the attendees were Prince Maurits van Oranje, the Ambassador of Uruguay, H.E. Mr. Álvaro González Otero, the Consul General of Peru in Amsterdam, Mr. Sergio Ávila Traverso, and representatives of the main sponsors, including the Municipality of Amsterdam, the Port of Amsterdam, Heineken, Booking.com, Royal Netherlands Navy, The National Maritime Museum, ROC van Amsterdam & Flevoland, Inholland University of Applied Sciences, KPN, Heren2, Tommy Hilfiger and Sligro, among others. So far, The Peruvian B.A.P. Uniòn, the German Alexander Von Humboldt II, the French Belem, the Uruguayan Capitán Miranda, and the flagship, Clipper Stad Amsterdam, have confirmed their participation. In the coming days, organizers expect additional confirmations from Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico.
During the presentation, Director van Raalten invited the Ambassador of Uruguay to highlight the arrival of the V/E Capitán Miranda in August next year. Ambassador González Otero remarked: “I’m honoured to confirm today that Uruguay will be represented at Sail Amsterdam 2025 by our tall ship, V/E Capitán Miranda. This Uruguayan cherished vessel will join the impressive array of ships participating in the event, celebrating our maritime heritage and the spirit of international friendship. We look forward to showcasing our ship and sharing in the excitement of this remarkable event. Thank you very much for your kind invitation, and see you all at Sail Amsterdam!”
Uruguay’s Capitán Miranda Tall Ship visited the Netherlands last year during its XXXIII Annual Training Voyage and its participation in Sail Den Helder 2023.
The Chairman of SAIL, Arie Jan de Waard, declared: “SAIL Amsterdam 2025 will be the most special SAIL ever. Not only is it the 10th edition of SAIL-Amsterdam, but we are also celebrating 50 years of SAIL and the 750th anniversary of our beautiful city of Amsterdam. Together with our most committed partners, the SAIL family, the advisory committee, and the board of the SAIL Amsterdam Foundation, we have kicked off the preparations for SAIL Amsterdam 2025.”
He thanked all partners, sponsors, and students of the SAIL Academy who have already come on board in the run-up to SAIL 2025 or have been part of SAIL for several editions. SAIL Amsterdam has become the largest open-access event in the Netherlands. The organizers also promoted the new SAIL app, which allows visitors to purchase tickets, review the program, watch videos, and more.
Once the presentations concluded, all the authorities were invited to take a tour on special boats along the canals, where the various participating vessels will be arranged.
Sail Along!
Starting now, individual visitors can book their tickets for a boat tour at SAIL 2025. This is a chance to experience this unique anniversary edition from the water together with friends, family, and loved ones. Tickets can be booked via sail.nl. Step on board & make a wave!
The SAIL Amsterdam App
For the first time, SAIL is launching an o>icial event app, ‘Sail Amsterdam.’ Now available for download in all app stores. In the app, you can follow your favourite ships, view the event program, listen to the SAIL Playlist, and of course, purchase and store your sailing tickets in your wallet. Stay updated and sail always from the front row!
