The Convoy's Route

The Convoy's Route

During World War II, thousands of men, women, and children perished due to enemy actions, both at sea and on land. Several Norwegian vessels played a significant role in the Allied resistance against the Nazis during the war. Norwegian civilian and military ships were a crucial part of many operations and initiatives throughout the conflict and their contributions are described as the most important Norwegian efforts towards the Allied victory.

Six of the Norwegian vessels that served during World War II have been restored and will arrive in Lerwick, Shetland, by 8 May 2025, as a tribute to the shared wartime history of Norway and the United Kingdom and to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe.

These historic vessels will sail from Bergen in early May 2025, with a celebration in Lerwick, Shetland, on 8 May 2025. During the visit, the vessels will offer a range of attractions for visitors. The ships will be open to the public with free entry at the various ports, providing a unique opportunity to explore the vessels and experience exhibitions, guided tours, films and lectures.

A map showing the Convoy's Route

Sailing Plans

These are the sailing plans for the six boats. Please note they may be subject to change due to weather conditions or other unforseen circumstanses.

D/S Hestmanden

ETA	PORT	ETD
n/a	Kristiansand	28 April
29 April	Bergen	4 May
6 May	Lerwick	11 May
12 May	Stromness	15 May
16 May	Kirkwall	18 May
19 May	Aberdeen	24 May
25 May	Edinburgh	30 May
31 May	Newcastle	05 June
8 June	Kristiansand	n/a
Visitor Information – Ports of Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Newcastle D/S Hestmanden will be open to visitors daily during her stay in each port, except on arrival and departure days. Opening hours are from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with free admission. Aberdeen: Berthed at Jamieson’s Quay Edinburgh: Berthed in Leith, right next to the Royal Yacht Britannia Newcastle: Berthed at Spiller’s Wharf Welcome aboard!

M/K Heland

ETA	PORT	ETD
n/a	Ålesund	28 April
30 April	Tælavåg	1 May
1 May	Bergen	4 May
6 May	Lerwick	10 May
10 May	Lunna/Voe	11 May
11 May	Balta Sound	12 May
13 May	Lerwick	14 May
14 May	Scalloway	18 May
19 May	Ålesund	n/a

M/K Andholmen

ETA	PORT	ETD
n/a	Stavanger	30 April
1 May	Bergen	4 May
6 May	Lerwick	9 May
9 May	Lunna/Voe	12 May
12 May	Scalloway	13 May
15 May	Kirkwall	18 May
20 May	Stavanger	n/a

M/K Erkna

ETA	PORT	ETD
n/a	Moss	28 April
1 May	Bergen	4 May
6 May	Lerwick	09 May
10 May	Moss	n/a

M/B Arnefjord

ETA	PORT	ETD
n/a	Erfjord	28 April
1 May	Bergen	4 May
6 May	Lerwick	10 May
10 May	Scalloway/Foula	12 May
13 May	Arnafjord	n/a