History

Industrial herritage sails as classical luxurious cruise ship

Build in 1930 by shipyard Boot in Leiden, Netherlands and named 'de Adelaar' (Eagle)

It was one of the first freight ships with a build-in engine, the model name is 'luxe motor'. The ship has been sold a few times and changed names several times as well. The last years as a freighter it sailed with the name 'Frisica 2'.

The main transported cargo was sand & stones through the Netherlands & Germany.

 

A new future for this ship was designed in 2001 when the previous owners Henk & Jantien bought the freighter and coverted it into cruise ship Merlijn the magic of water. One of the most successful Bike & barge ships was born, many satisfied customers can confirm!

Amsterdam

April 01 - 07 / 2023
The Merlijn is owned and operated by Coan and Christina . They both take great pride of the vessel and making their guests feel comfortable and well fed. The crew of 3 and cycling guide are very pleasant and helpful The vessel, accommodation and bikes are very well maintained compared to other bike/barge tours that are owned by larger companies that simple hire captains and crew