Successful 34th Hanse Sail with strong presence of the Bundeswehr

Bundeswehr inspires at Hanse Sail 2025 with action at the base and open ship on the frigate "Nordrhein-Westfalen".

The 34th edition of the Hanse Sail took place from 7 to 10 August 2025 and attracted around 17,500 visitors to the quayside of the naval base on Hohe Düne in perfect summer weather. The major maritime event once again offered a mixture of a traditional sailing show, maritime experiences and a broad presentation of the Bundeswehr. The army, air force and navy were satisfied with the response and the intensive dialogue with the public throughout the event. However, the corvette "Emden" was presented to the public for the first time with a shipyard flag.

In addition to the forces of the German Armed Forces, numerous authorities from the so-called blue light faction were also represented. The police, fire brigade, technical relief organisation and other emergency organisations provided information about their tasks and deployment options. The naval aviators made a particularly impressive presentation together with the paratroopers from Seedorf and the Hamburg police. At the Hohe Düne naval base, they demonstrated their skills in a dynamic interplay with the harbour tug Langeness. The demonstration gave the audience a vivid picture of co-operation and precision on the water and in the air.

Meanwhile, many visitors took the opportunity to talk to soldiers at the Hohe Düne base and enjoy a traditional scooped meal from the field kitchen. The relaxed atmosphere made the area a popular meeting place for interested parties.

On the other side of the Warnow, at the passenger quay in Warnemünde, the frigate Nordrhein-Westfalen opened its decks at the Open Ship. The crew were on hand to answer guests' questions and provide an overview of the technology, equipment and mission profiles. For many visitors, it was a rare opportunity to experience a modern warship up close and get an idea of the diverse tasks of the German Navy.

With a successful mix of information, action and personal exchange, the Hanse Sail 2025 once again underlined its importance as a showcase for maritime diversity and as a platform for encounters between the Bundeswehr, operational organisations and the public.