With its new 36-foot model, the Swedish shipyard Linjett presents a boat that combines Scandinavian quality boatbuilding with timeless design. Our editorial team tested the boat in the archipelago, putting both its living comfort and sailing performance through their paces. The test reveals whether the boat really has what it takes to be a dream yacht.
Hanseatic cities on the Baltic Sea
A maritime route stretches from Lübeck to Tallinn, passing through seven historic trading cities that are particularly appealing to sailors. This article showcases the most beautiful Hanseatic cities that are well worth a visit. The editorial team also provides practical tips for visiting yachtsmen wishing to moor in these historic harbours.
The towns featured here combine history with modern moorings and offer sailors a blend of culture and maritime charm. Each has its own unique features and attractions. The route passes through various countries and showcases the diversity of the Baltic Sea. For sailors planning a longer cruise, this route offers numerous ports of call with good facilities.
Skippers Magazine: Drinking water and equipment
In this issue, Skippers Magazine focuses on drinking water treatment on board. The article explains how to prevent bacteria and germs from developing in tanks, canisters and pipes. It looks at various filters and chemical additives that help keep drinking water safe to drink for longer.
The editorial team presents various systems and explains how they work. The magazine also showcases new equipment: a VHF radio with AIS, a main switch for two battery banks, sailing shorts and a cleaning sponge for all decks. The galley section features a recipe for when you’re on the move, as well as useful kitchen utensils.
Preparing for a sailing trip: Route planning
The ‘On Board’ section focuses on route planning as the be-all and end-all of any sailing trip preparation. The article explains what is important when planning and which factors need to be taken into account. Harbour guides, sailing area guides and nautical charts are essential items for any sailing trip preparation.
The editorial team offers practical tips on how to prepare for longer sailing trips in a structured way. This covers choosing a route, estimating distances and taking weather conditions into account. The issue of alternative ports and contingency plans is also addressed.
Other topics in this issue
The 14/2026 issue of YACHT also features the following content:
- Panorama: Passat refit, murder trial following a boat collision, orca attacks off Gibraltar, VAT evidence, tugboat disaster
- Travel: Damp harbour redevelopment, Danish nautical chart app
- New boats: the Chianti 24 for waterway travellers, the Berckemeyer 53 DS for globetrotters
- Sport: SailGP in New York, ILCA-7 European Championships in Split, America’s Cup pre-regatta in Cagliari
- North Sea Week: Race analyses and results from Heligoland and around Skagen
- Essay: Marc Bielefeld on harbour pubs as endangered meeting places
- Malta: A guide to the Mediterranean island and its neighbouring island, Comino
- Column: Steffi von Wolff on conspiracy theories amongst skippers
- Long-distance sailing: Tips on stocking up on provisions for the Barfuß Route
- Sailing books: New releases for your summer cruise
- Ferrari Hypersail: First images of the extreme foiler for the Jules Verne record
- Regatta projects: Three examples of successful competitions on a small budget
- Yacht market: second-hand boats, wanted ads, brokers, insurance, training centres, charter
- A special boat: the Bavaria 26, customised into a family yacht
- Wake: How old boats are turned into furniture
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What do you think of the new YACHT? Let us know in the comments which articles you like best – and why. We look forward to your feedback.
Pascal Schürmann
Editor YACHT
