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(09.06)After a long shower and a brief outing - on the harbor's rental bike - to the local supermarket, we head out of the bay under engine power. Even out on the open water,...
Schröder´s Reise um den Bottnischen Meerbusen
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Published: 10.06.2026
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Bucht von Järnäsklubb → Norrbyskär
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Norrbyskär
Norrbyskär, Schweden
(10.06.) The weather report from yesterday evening forecasted for today: Rain until 11:00 AM, then winds from the south at 2-3, gusts at 4.
The weather report this morning states: Rain until 11:00 AM, then winds from the south at 4-5 increasing to 6, gusts at 7-8 (storm strength).
Thus, the plans for today are thrown out the window. With the wind, we cannot sail to Holmsund as planned.
As the wind comes from the open sea, it also brings decent waves, which is too dangerous for us.
Therefore, we need a harbor that is well protected from the south wind and can be reached as soon as possible. The choice falls on Norrbyskär, approximately 12 nautical miles away.
Unfortunately, the option to wait out this day in the bay of Järnäsklubb is not available, as this bay does not provide protection from wind and waves coming from the south.
Hence, we weigh anchor before the rain ends and leave the bay of Järnasklubb. Shortly after leaving the bay, the rain eases and the wind picks up. We only set half of the roller genoa and proceed at an average speed of 5 knots (nautical miles per hour) with a following wind towards Norrbyskär.
After about 3 hours, we reach the guest harbor and dock with the assistance of a Swedish sailor.
The island of Norrbyskär housed the largest sawmill in Europe during the 1920s. A museum tells the story, but unfortunately, it will not open until June 13. For more information about the sawmill, follow this link.
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