With so many navigable waters The Netherlands are well suited for dinghy cruising rallies.    There are many possible venues, for example:
  •  Heegermeer (Friesland)
  • Tjeukemeer (Friesland)
  • Sneekermeer (Friesland)
  • Lauwersmeer (Friesland/Groningen)
  • Beulakerwiede (Overijssel)
  • Markermeer or Gooimeer (North Holland)
  • Loosdrechtse Plassen (North Holland)
  • Randmeren (Flevoland)
  • Biesbosch (North Brabant)
  • Hollands Diep (Zuid Holland)
  • Grevelingen (Zeeland)

2022 Programme

Please note that all rallies are subject to change or cancellation in the light of inclement weather or Covid-19, so it is vital that you check in the Forum's     Netherlands    section     for last minute changes or important instructions relating to the rally. Contact details for the rally organisers can be found in the Forum or Journal.

​2-4 Sep     Raid Extreme
On 3 September 2022 we will again hold the 'Raid Extreme' on the Lauwersmeer, a former estuary in the north of the Netherlands.   This is a single day challenge for sailing, rowing and paddling boats. The total distance is around 40 miles. 

Starting at sunrise   you sail and row to reach as many checkpoints as you can.   Arrive on Friday, sail your guts out on Saturday, relax on Sunday.    
​8-11 Sep      Dorestad Raid
​Details to follow.