Galar cruise around Gdańsk

Enjoy an unforgettable, exhilarating cruise on the Motława River aboard a 12-seater replica of Poland’s Galar, an old-fashioned boat. Thanks to the small number of passengers, you’ll feel a sense of freedom you’ve never experienced before while sightseeing. See Gdańsk from the water – admire the city’s monuments, architecture and beauty in a whole new setting. We guarantee views you won’t see anywhere else!

The Galar is a small boat, which allows it to pass through places inaccessible to larger vessels. Becoming a passenger on board gives you the unique opportunity to enjoy a unique cruise around Gdańsk, learn about its history and see the city’s famous panorama from the deck of our Galar.

Cruise description

Cruise on an iconic ship | Gdansk

Climb aboard a replica of a Galarith-style riverboat and experience an unforgettable cruise on the Motława River! These ships experienced their heyday in the 18th century – at the time they were one of the main means of transporting timber and goods in Poland. In the old days, the galleys were crewed by 6 to 8 ferrymen who were responsible for floating the cargo on the river. It is worth noting that the ferry tradition is inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. So a cruise with our skipper is not only a way of spending leisure time, but also a way of returning to one’s roots and communing with traditions. History lovers are sure to be thrilled!

Cruise on the Motlawa River | Where do we start?

What is the route? Our cruise on the Motlawa River starts from the port of Galar, right next to the Gdansk shipyard. This place is steeped in incredible history, which influenced the destiny of not only our country, but of the entire European Union! It was the Gdansk shipyard that was at the centre of the workers’ strike in 1980, which ended with the signing of the August agreements. This event not only initiated the formation of free trade unions, but above all inspired many other European countries to fight for freedom and democracy.

Gdańsk cruise | Itinerary Route itinerary

Step aboard the galara, sit back and enjoy the delights of our first destination, the Old Town centre. From the boat you can see, among other things:

On the territory of Teutoon Palace,
The Long Wharf with the water gates leading into the city,
a famous wooden crane from the 15th century,
charming old town houses and their new surroundings.

Continue your journey admiring other monuments and new developments in Ołowianka and Spichrzów, two islands in the centre of Gdańsk. The first is located on the border of the Motława and Kiel Canal. It was created as a result of canal digging in 1576. At that time it was called Szafarnia – nowadays we can find a street called Ołowianka. Granary Island, on the other hand, is the more affluent area of Gdańsk, where we can admire exclusive yachts moored in the harbours. Sailing along the Motlawa River in a galley, we can also see a unique harbour crane – the largest in medieval Europe.

A cruise around Gdańsk is a unique and unrepeatable opportunity to see up close the specialised ships, historic buildings and quays of the Gdańsk port. The excursion ends in the same place where it started – in the Galari harbour near the Gdańsk shipyard. If you need to disembark a little closer to Gdańsk’s Old Town, just let the captain know – for one sincere smile, you’re sure to get a deal.

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Point of origin

Gdańsk cruise – location

Dokowa street 1/G, 80-863 Gdańsk
Our marina is located in the Imperial Dock (former shipyard area), look for the red containers with the Yard Cafe sign. The dock has maps and stumbling blocks with directions.
The entrance to the dock is at the Yard Cafe, where you can enjoy a delicious coffee, buy other drinks or snacks and admire the view of the shipyard from the terrace.

A parking charge of £3 per hour or £12 per 24 hours applies throughout Imperial Yard. You can pay directly at the car park or via the app. ePARK. If you have any questions about cruises in Gdansk, please contact [email protected].

Price includes

Boat trip around Gdańsk - Price list

Before your ferry trip to Gdansk, you can:

storyteller in Polish/English – for second language speakers, audioquide available
life jacket
blanket for colder days
umbrella in case of bad weather
the price includes accident insurance

Further information

What to take with you on a Motlawa river cruise?

If you are planning to take part in a galley cruise, don’t forget to dress for the current weather conditions. This way you will avoid the unpleasant feeling of cold or overheating and you will be able to fully enjoy the beautiful views offered by our open boat.

There’s no need to worry about food and drink on board the Galar – drinks, food and snacks can be purchased from Yard.Café in Gdansk’s Galar Harbour.

If you want to take your four-legged pet with you, no problem – we accept pets at no extra charge. Please note, however, that dogs require a muzzle and must be checked throughout the cruise. The pet owner or guardian is fully responsible for any damage caused by the pet on board.

Who do we dedicate our boat trips to? | Gdansk

Cruising in Gdansk waters is a great option for everyone – regardless of age, gender or interests. We offer sightseeing:

for adults seeking peace and relaxation,
for young people who want to spend time with friends,
for children who always dream of adventures on the water,
for families who want to spend time together,
for people with disabilities who want to enjoy a cruise,
for companies looking to organise an unforgettable event for their employees.

Our experienced captains and crew always ensure that all passengers feel safe and comfortable on board. The Galar is equipped with special facilities to enable people with disabilities to enjoy their cruise with ease.

If you’re looking for a place to go on a school trip, we’re the place to find interesting offers. Our cruises offer the chance to explore the history of Gdańsk from a water perspective, which is sure to appeal to all students.

We invite everyone to take advantage of our offer and experience unforgettable moments on the waters of Gdansk!

If you have any further questions about Motlawa cruises, please feel free to contact us: [email protected].

Cruise rules

DISCLOSURE
I. SCOPE AND CONTENTS OF THE REGULATIONS
1. These Regulations describe the procedures for the provision of services (cruises) by the Galar Gdański Foundation under the Galar Gdański trademark.
2. The registered address of the registered office of the Galar Gdański Foundation is: Al. Grunwaldzka 5, 80-236 Gdańsk, NIP: 9571101331, REGON: 369372856.
II. TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES
The provision of tourist cruise services in Gdańsk by Galar Gdańsk shall comply with all standards required by law, ensuring the safety of passengers and crew. The cruises are carried out in replicas of Galar’s type old wooden boats.
Rules for persons on board and refund/change of ticket:
1. A valid ticket is required to board the boat.
2. A maximum of 12 people may board the boat at any one time.
3. A maximum of 12 people may board the boat at any one time. The maximum number of persons allowed on board is 12.5. Maximum 12 persons may board at one time.Boarding must be done in a calm manner so as not to endanger yourself or other passengers.
4. After boarding, passengers are obliged to follow the instructions of the helmsman.
5. Persons under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicating substances are not allowed on board, even if they have made a reservation and paid for the ticket. The Master is the person who decides who may not be allowed on board due to the above condition.
6. In justified cases, the helmsmen shall have the right to refuse or remove from board any person who does not comply with the rules laid down in this Regulation, without refund of the ticket price.
7 Cruise passengers under 18 years of age must wear life jackets.
8. Schoolchildren and young people under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
9. Smoking and other intoxicating substances are prohibited on board.
10. Alcohol is only allowed on board with the consent of the helmsman.
11. Non-aggressive, calm pets are allowed on board. Dogs must be muzzled. The owner or keeper of the animal is fully responsible for any damage caused by the animal.
12. It is prohibited to throw garbage or other objects into the water.
13.It is strictly forbidden to: stand up, lean overboard, grab the side of the boat, catch a passing boat, change seats, change seats with other people while sailing and when passing other boats. 12.3.
When passing under bridges and footbridges, it is strictly forbidden to: stand up from your seat, lean overboard, raise your arms, grab the bridges, grab the side of the boat, change seats, change seats with other persons. If the water level is high, lower your head slightly when passing under the pedestrian bridges.
15. Do not take any bulky objects on board that may obstruct navigation.
16 The passenger or his/her guardian is liable for any damage caused by the passenger to the Gdansk Gallery or to third parties for reasons attributable to the passenger.
17. Galar Gdansk shall not be liable in the event of loss, loss, abandonment or theft of valuables during the cruise.
18. Gdansk Galar is not liable for damage or accidents caused by passengers who do not follow the rules of this regulation.
19. The boat has an open deck – it is advisable to prepare clothing for the weather.
Galar Gdansk is not responsible for any changes or inconveniences caused during the cruise for reasons beyond its control, e.g.: force majeure, unexpected weather event, etc.
21 Galar Gdansk reserves the right to change the itinerary of the cruise and the number and order of the sights/stops to be visited in the interests of weather conditions, fairway conditions and the safety of the crew, passengers and vessel.
(22) Galar Gdansk reserves the right to cancel the cruise in case of heavy rain or other conditions that prevent sailing. In such cases, the customer has the right to request a full refund or a change of the sailing date.
23. If the customer purchases a ticket via www.galar.org, he/she has the right to cancel, change the date or time of the trip up to 24 hours before the sailing time without giving any reason and without incurring any costs. In order to cancel or modify the booking, Galar Gdansk must be contacted by e-mail at [email protected] .
24. Any reservations or complaints concerning the service provided must be communicated by e-mail to: [email protected] . Complaints will be reviewed within 7 working days.
25. By participating in a cruise, passengers unconditionally accept the terms and conditions set out in these regulations.
26. Galar Gdansk uses a remote customer service for accepting reservations and dealing with complaints: e-mail: [email protected], tel. +48 500 609 999.
27. The Tourist Cruise Service is located at 1 Dokowa Street, 80-863 Gdańsk.
III. PRIVACY POLICY
1. The controller of personal data within the meaning of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 and the Personal Data Protection Act of 10 May 2018 (Journal of Laws of 2018, item 1000) is. Grunwaldzka 5, 80-236 Gdańsk, entered in the Register of Enterprises of the National Court Register, KRS: 0000716387, REGON: 369372856, NIP: 9571101331.
(2) Galar Gdański processes personal data requested in the booking form in order to provide electronic services, to conclude and execute sales contracts for products ordered by the customer.
3. The provision of personal data is voluntary, but at the same time necessary for the performance of the contract and for the execution of the purchases.
(4) We will keep your personal data until the expiry of the contract, but subject to the condition that they may be retained for the processing of complaints, statistical, marketing and billing purposes, if required or permitted by applicable law.
(5) The Administrator can be contacted at the following e-mail address: [email protected]. By contacting the Administrator, the customer may request access to his/her data in order to modify, correct, delete, transmit or object to further processing.
IV. FINAL PROVISIONS
1. The Administrator shall not be liable to the Customer for any actions of the payment and booking intermediary.
2. The Administrator reserves the right to place the Customer’s name on tickets sold for the purpose of control during the event and to eliminate the procedure for the purchase of tickets by the Customer for the purpose of their resale for profit.
3. Any attempt to purchase tickets for the purpose of resale for profit is a criminal offence (Article 133 of the Penal Code) and will be reported to the relevant law enforcement authorities. Tickets offered for resale at a profit may be invalidated. The operator reserves the right to refuse to reimburse the customer for tickets purchased for resale at a profit.
4. Galar Gdansk reserves the right to record the event and to record customers using digital equipment in order to record the cruise. By purchasing a ticket, the customer automatically agrees to the recording of his/her image.
5. Issues not covered by the rules are encouraged to be resolved amicably. All unresolved disputes will be settled by the General Courts of Galar Gdańsk.
The rules are valid from 01 May 2021.

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