't Breugeltje

The Lemsteraak is a fishing sailing vessel that originated around 1825 on the former Zuiderzee in the Northern Netherlands. This type of ship was mainly used to transport the captured herring to the local auction, but also to Antwerp and the larger ships even sailed to London.

''t Breugeltje' was built by the owner in 1997 to an original Gipon design. A composite construction method was chosen that makes the ship maintenance-friendly. Due to its high seaworthiness and excellent sailing characteristics, the ship is very popular in recreational boating. The combination of the traditional and the contemporary form a harmonious union that contributes to the preservation of the sailing heritage.