Helsinki is the second stop on the Asia Expedition
15 March 2022
In June, right in time for Midsummer, we are coming to Helsinki! Today we are excited to announce that Finland and Helsinki will be the second stop on the Asia Expedition 2022/2023. The ship will be in Helsinki 23–27 June 2022, and will be moored at Makasiini Quay, right at the heart of the city.
Photo: Sailing from Helsinki to Riga in 2013. Adrian Nordenborg.
Götheborg of Sweden has been in Helsinki twice before; in June 2008 and in July 2013.
“Heading to Asia via the Baltic Sea is not the obvious route, but when we extended the expedition from one to two years, we did that to meet the great interest that we saw during our expedition to Stockholm in 2021. We saw a lot of interest from Finland, and are happy to now be able to announce that we will return to Helsinki", said Kristoffer Bennis, Expedition Director at Götheborg of Sweden.
The ship will be moored at the heart of Helsinki, Makasiini Quay in South Harbour, right next to the Market Hall, and will be open to the public during its stay in Helsinki.
” The sailing ship Götheborg will be a welcome addition to Helsinki this summer, as tourist season begins in earnest in our maritime city”, said Nina Vesterinen, Tourism Director for the City of Helsinki. “ The ship’s theme for the year is sustainability, a matter of paramount importance in the tourism sector, and Helsinki is ambitiously setting out to be the world’s most sustainable tourism destination.”
Photo: Adam Lithner. Götheborg in Helsinki in 2008.
Photo: Adam Lithner. Götheborg in Helsinki in 2008.
Sail with us
As Helsinki is announced as the second stopover on the Asia Expedition, the possibility to apply to sail along as a deckhand on board on the second sailing leg is also opened up.
This leg of the expedition will be six days of sailing, and what six days it will be. The Baltic Sea in summer is magical! The sun hardly sets before it’s on the rise again, in colours so grand it’s breathtaking – a timeless experience that Northern seafarers share across the millenniums. As midsummer’s eve is getting closer, we will sail through the beautiful archipelago. Finally, we can spot Helsinki on the horizon and anchor up in time for the Finnish way of celebrating the holiday.
Photo: Sailing from Helsinki to Riga in 2013. Adrian Nordenborg.
Celebrate the flavors of the sea with us on the pier next to our ship!
The evening starts at 17:00 with an exclusive dinner featuring a delicious seafood platter. Please note that seafood packages are not available on-site, so reservations are recommended due to limited availability.
From 18:30, the event opens to the public. Enjoy live music, a vibrant atmosphere, and the chance to explore the ship with our sailors on board.
The festival offers:
🎵 Live music
🦞 Seafood and lighter food available throughout the evening
🚢 Opportunity to explore the ship
🍹 Bar
Ideal for colleagues, tourists, families, and culture enthusiasts looking to create lasting memories.
Reserve your spot today for an evening of great food, music, and maritime spirit.
Welcome aboard!
Price for Seafood Platter: 595 SEK, including entrance to the ship
Entrance to Seafood Festival only: 195 SEK
Adress Pir 4 Eriksberg, Gothenburg
Welcome to Ostindiefararen’s Megaloppis!
Got something at home you no longer need? Or maybe you're on the hunt for a great bargain? Join us for Ostindiefararen’s Megaloppis on August 16 – free entry!
We’re hosting a classic flea market on the pier next to Ostindiefararen. Private individuals buy and sell, the ship is open for visitors (free admission!), and our café will be serving coffee, treats, and light lunches. The ship’s gift shop will also be open.
🎟️ Reserve your free ticket right here on the page.
Everyone’s welcome!
Want to take part as a seller?
You can easily book your spot right here. We offer either a table or space to bring your own.
Set-up time is between 08:00–10:00. Please check in with staff and show your ticket when you arrive.
The market closes at 15:30.
Come and be part of the day!
Practical info & FAQ
🕙 Opening hours: 10:00–15:30
📍 Address: Pier 4, Eriksberg
🚚 For sellers: Please arrive early for setup.
🧥 Clothing racks: Allowed, but space is limited — we can’t guarantee room beyond your table area.
🔌 Electricity: Unfortunately, no power outlets are available at stalls.
🚗 Parking: No parking on-site. Closest option is at Deckshuset, Östra Eriksbergsgatan 77. Car drop-off on the pier is allowed for unloading.
🍰 Food & drinks: Available at our café.
🐶 Dogs: Allowed on the pier, but not onboard the ship.
🔥 Smoking/open flames: Strictly prohibited in the entire area.
Den 17 juli kör vi Zumba®️ på Ostindiefararen!
Vi har alltid dansat på skeppet, men nu är det dags att bjuda in Lena Hellmers Eberhard, som kommer att hålla i en dansklass ombord. Så här säger Lena om eventet:
"Zumba®️Fitness är en träningsform vilken kombinerar dans och träning med rytmer, från främst latinamerikansk musik som salsa, merengue, reggaeton och cumbia.
Det är en energifylld träning som är rolig och enkel eftersom den känns mer som en dansfest. Zumba®️ Fitness är utformad för att förbättra kondition, styrka och koordination, samtidigt som det ger glädje.
Zumba®️ Fitness är populärt över hela världen och kan anpassas för olika åldersgrupper och träningsnivåer.
Har du inte provat så kom till Ostindiefararen Götheborg på Eriksberg, pir 4 där du även kan känna historiens vingslag. Vi börjar kl 17!
Ta med dig vattenflaska och träningsskor och ditt hjärta så dansar vi tillsammans!
ALLA kan vara med!
Varmt välkomna"
