Yesterday Götheborg left Pir 4 at Eriksberg and headed for the shipyard Gotenius at Ringön, where she will be during the next three to four weeks. On her way to the shipyard, Götheborg also passed under the new bridge in Gothenburg, Hisingsbron, for the very first time!
There will be a lot of work done at the shipyard to prepare the ship for the Asia Expedition 2022/2023. The purpose of the shipyard visit is to do all the work that needs to be done on the hull and rudder underneath the waterline. The ship will be washed and painted, and one of the main jobs is to caulk and pitch the hull, to seal it. Maintenance of the under water over board vents will also be carried out, as well as maintenance of the rudder, where work is being done on the gudgeon and pintle.
Caulking and pitching the hull is a big undertaking. As built in the 18th century, the hull on Götheborg has a protective layer of sacrificial planking, outside the outer hull planking. The sacrificial planking is made of fir tree and much thinner than the thick oak hull planking. Between the hull planking and sacrificial planking there is a layer of "tar felt" to protect from shipworms. In the 18th century, cowhides were used for this. To caulk and pitch the hull planking, both the sacrificial planking and the tar felt has to be removed, and then put back again, which is time consuming work.
Welcome to explore the roots of tea and the organic evolution of tea drinking over thousands of years. We will taste 12 classic varieties of tea, including white, green, oolong, black, and post-fermented (Pu-erh) teas. We will also learn how to prepare Pu-erh tea cakes using a traditional Chinese tea set with a Gaiwan.
Vier Brillen Live Aboard the East Indiaman Götheborg! Experience Hisingen’s national orchestra at Pier Four, Eriksberg. Enjoy an evening filled with witty songs, sea shanties, sing-alongs, and a fantastic atmosphere. Food and drinks will be available for purchase on site. The perfect late-summer evening for families, friends, and everyone who loves live music in a unique historic setting. For larger group bookings, please email bokning@gotheborg.se Doors open at 5:00 PM. Arrive early to secure the best seats, as seating is on a first-come, first-served basis and no seat reservations are available in advance. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!
We are excited to announce our upcoming flea market weekends, where we invite you to reserve your own space and sell your items on site. Do you have things stored away in the attic, wardrobe, or kitchen cupboards? Secure your spot and sell with us! Free admission for all visitors.