THE BALTIC SEA AND APPROACHES

This fully updated cruising guide offers sailing yachts a clear, practical overview of the Baltic Sea and its western approaches. Expertly revised by editor Andy Beharrell, much of the content has been rewritten since the previous edition, with refreshed photography and updated harbour plans throughout.

Bordered by nine diverse nations, the Baltic presents an extraordinary mix of cruising grounds, cultures and experiences, with thousands of harbours and countless anchorages to explore. This book highlights the places that matter most — valuable both when planning your voyage and when arriving on the dock. Each country is introduced with a helpful overview, followed by detailed harbour notes.

In areas where comprehensive local cruising guides already exist — notably Germany, Denmark, Sweden and Finland — a curated selection of key harbours is included. In regions where information is harder to find — Poland, Kaliningrad, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Russia — many smaller harbours are described in greater detail.

From peaceful anchorages and charming canals to lively marinas and striking cities, the Baltic offers rewarding cruising for those ready to discover it.